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Gravelrider
Ivar Slik
Get to know Ivar
After a career as a professional road cyclist, Ivar Slik is now fully focused on gravel racing. In this discipline, known for its rough terrains and long distances, Ivar feels right at home. His biggest achievement came in 2022 when he became the first non-American to win the prestigious Unbound Gravel, setting a record time of 9 hours and 22 minutes.
Infocard
- Name
- Ivar Slik
- Sport
- Gravelrider
- Date of Birth
- 27-05-1993
- Favourite Virtuoos product
- Magnesium Gold
- What are you most proud of?
- Winning the biggest gravel race, UNBOUND Gravel, in 2022 as the first non-American.
- Favourite dish
- Pasta with salmon, vegetables, pine nuts, and herb-flavoured cream cheese.
For Ivar, gravel racing is about more than just competition. “What I love about gravel racing is that you get to go to places in nature where you normally wouldn’t go. You leave the beaten path,” he says.
The high-quality products from Virtuoos help me stay fit and healthy, allowing me to get the best out of myself and pursue my goals throughout the season.
Statistics
24%
Health
28%
Sports nutrition
35%
Performance
32%
Recovery
In 2024, Ivar faced a major setback when he was involved in a serious accident during a training session in the United States. After an intensive recovery, he made a determined comeback to the gravel peloton, aiming to match his 2022 performance. His perseverance and passion make him a true ambassador for the sport!