Chasing the first world record in 2012

In 2012, Kristina and Nicolas embarked on an ambitious adventure that would take them from Rio de Janeiro to Casablanca, Paris to Athens, Tehran, and beyond. Chasing the first female Guinness World Record. Currently reliving the experience.

29025

To Cycle in a Easterly Direction

27

Countries

1

Relationship test

Stories from the road, 2012 edition.

Brazil

Scenery was lush. People were amazing. Seems the beach is about the only place to camp!

West Africa

After headwinds and running out of water in Senegal, Mauritania dished out some unexpected new challenges

Europe

Coming soon.

Central Asia

Coming soon.

Getting to the start line, 2012 edition.

The Route

What exactly is required to hit the world record and where will our route take us

The Bike

Building a bike to meet the demands of the terrain and the lack of support

The Gear

Our packing list as we embark on 10 months living on a bicycle

The Logistics

Transfer, visas, vaccinations, emergencies, tracking – it's a big operation

2012 EXPEDITION PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY

MAJOR SPONSORS

CHARITY PARTNER

PARTNERS

World By Cycle acknowledges the First Nations Peoples on all Country we travel and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.