Tommy Godwin | Long Distance Legend
Tommy Godwin | Long Distance Legend
Tommy Godwin rode further in one year than anyone else in history. He is still the 'Year Record' holder
and the record will remain his in perpetuity.
Tommy rode a steel framed bike with only four gears. Although Tommy had access to some of the best bikes of the time,
these would pale in comparison with modern machines.
The 1930's was a golden age of endurance cycling. Although Tommy would ultimately take the 'Year Record' crown,
many brave and strong riders also aimed for cycling glory.
Not only did Tommy smash the 'Year Record', but he would also go on to be the fastest to 100,000 miles.
Where did he ride to on all of those long days in the saddle?
The very best of luck to Steve Abraham who is attempting to beat Tommy’s record in 2015.
Steve is starting his epic ride on the 1st January 2015 with hugely ambitious schedules that will exceed 80,000 + miles.
Of course even with a successful ride, Steve will not be entered into the Guinness book of records but this is of no matter.
Caps will most certainly be doffed by the entire cycling world if he manages to beat Tommy’s punishing 205 mile a day average.
Gut instinct tells me that Steve will fall short, but I wish him every luck and good will; Forza Steve!
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