PBP Story #18: Mary and Ed live in Washington D.C. and have completed PBP on their tandem in 2011, 2019 & 2023.( Ed also has 3 PBPs by himself in 1999, 2003 & 2007.) Mary is responsible for creating Coffeeneuring which is a popular end of season challenge involving bikes and coffee shop visits.
Learn from Mary and Ed on what it is like to ride Paris Brest on a tandem. They’ll also offer us 6 tips for a successful PBP.
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
(To share your story email petercurley@gmail.com.)