It was tough going for Paddy Doyle who reached his 708th career physical fitness challenge over Rowington village footpaths and the Grand Union Canal tow path.
Finishing in a time of 1 hr 34 min 08 sec , covering a distance of 22.5km on a chrome frame mountain bike carrying a 28lb back pack.
"The low technical route was hard going as I was getting over two torn calf muscles plus this time the rules stipulated that I had to lift the mountain bike over all gates and obstacles," he said. "However I feel very strong and cannot wait until my next challenge."
