The Radavist

On the morning of May 26th, Ultra-Endurance cyclist Lael Wilcox left Chicago to embark on a journey like no other – a ride around the world. Chas from Zipp caught up with Lael in New Mexico, on day 102 of what would be a world record-breaking trip around the globe, to check in on the final leg of her journey. On the evening of September 11th, Lael made it back to Chicago after 108 days 12 hours and 12 minutes of pedaling the planet.

We hope you’re following Lael Wilcox’s Guinness Around the World Record attempt via her podcast, “Lael Rides Around the World” and tracker. Today, Cari, Miguel, John, and a group of Santa Feans met up with Lael to welcome her to town as she embarks on the final leg of her ride. Read on for John’s quick update…

124 days or less, that’s what it’ll take for Vedangi‬ to break the Women’s around-the-world cycling record. This 25-year-old adventure lover is no stranger to big bikepacking challenges but this could be her toughest ride yet.

Vedangi’s trip will be at least 29,000km and she’ll tackle every one of these KM’s unsupported. This is not just a World Record attempt. This means more to Vedgani, it’s about inspiring others and breaking down barriers. Starting India. Vedangi’s Indian passport makes travel extremely complex. For this reason, the route will never be the most direct or the fastest.

For Vedangi, this only adds to the adventure. To read more about the record and follow her journey, roll on over to Tailfin’s blog.