PBP Story #20: Mark lives in Seattle and has completed an incredible 86 grand randonnees. He’s also served as Head of Randonneurs USA, Head of Seattle International Randonneurs and the President of Les Randonneurs Mondiaux. Hear how Mark approaches both fast and slow PBPs…
Paris Brest Paris: PBP Stories and Tips
Join Peter Curley (PBP ’19, ’23) as he interviews the riders who have completed (and DNF’ed!) Paris Brest Paris, the most famous (and oldest) endurance ride in the world. Learn firsthand what to expect and how to give yourself the best chance of a successful PBP.
Paris Brest is a long-distance cycling event with a rich history. Established in 1891 as a professional race, it has evolved into the premier amateur endurance cycling event. Every four years, thousands of cyclists from around the world, attempt to finish PBP’s grueling 1,200-kilometer (745-mile) route, within the 90 hour time limit.
10 PBP Stats (2023)
Participants = 6431
Finish rate = 76%
Average age = 51
Oldest female & male = 69 & 79
Youngest female & male = 17 & 17
Female participation = 7.24%
French participation = 29.03%
Charly Miller (56:40) = 12
Adrian Hands (88:55) = 62
Club with most riders = San Francisco Randonneurs
5 Comments
Great video with the legend Mark Thomas!
Enjoyed this one. Great conversation
Really nice interview Mark. Well done throughout. I admire your attitude. Best of luck always..
Mark thank you. Every advices were important but the third was best. Any rando should be enjoyable.
Thank you, Mark, break free, get a bike and cycle the world. cu in Dalkeith!?
Keep healthy, enjoy cycling and belgian beer!
"Sometimes you don't need a plan. You just need big balls." (Tom Boonen)