Today 2008 RAAM finisher, Ryan Correy, is starting his attempt to break the Guinness World Record for continuous indoor spinning. He had planned to start Monday but postponed it a couple days because of being sick.
Good Luck to Ryan! I like doing long rides outside but the longest I’ve ridden inside is 7 hours and that was more than enough.
There is a camera set up and you can see it online. He is also planning to post some updates on twitter.
Here’s a short interview with him about the attempt.
UltraRob: What motivated you to attempt the record?
Ryan: I’m always looking for ways to turn my passion for cycling into my purpose in life. After finishing the Race Across America in 2008, I came across a news piece on George Hood and his bid to reclaim his spinning world record.
The parameters of the attempt are very similar in a lot of respects, minus the fact that you’re not going anywhere, at about the same speed.
Ultimately, what led me to me to this point is that I believe that I can do it, simple enough.
UltraRob:What are the rules for an official Guinness World Record attempt?
Ryan: The rules for the record attempt are:
- Must cover (not maintain) 12 mph
- Only allowed 5 minutes off the bike for every hour on. This time can be saved for longer breaks.
- Must be completed on a spin bike, not a regular bike on rollers
- 2 witnesses have to be present at all times as well as a 24 hour camera
- The resistance can be whatever I want, but of course, this can present certain challenges
UltraRob: What’s the current record?
Ryan: The current record is 200 hours by Frank Trtschka of Germany. George Hood, a previous record holder from the U.S. will probably be making another attempt after me.
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“Previous record is 200 hours!” Wow. Insane! Go, Ryan!
Wow… Why would anyone want to set or break that record? I hate cycling indoors.
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