PBP Story #36: This week we have Eric Norris who lives in Carmichael, California. Many people know him from his very popular PBP tip videos on YouTube. Eric has 3 PBPs, one DNF and in 2023 he chose to volunteer rather than ride. He also has approx. 200 doubles centuries to his name, including 37 Davis Doubles. Finally, Eric also had a very well known Campy components fan site in the early days of the Internet and it’s why many still referred to him as CampyOnlyGuy.
Eric’s Links
www.campyonly.com
https://youtu.be/Debd3vMYH7o?si=wvsLGPtd7bzZuzIj (Why I’m Riding Shorter…)
https://youtu.be/nVXplyCNrtk?si=oGowejluvVXIKkgC (Where did “CampyOnlyGuy” Come From?
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
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Great video thanks