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They Told Him He Was Too Old. At 66, He Set a World Record | Joe Barr

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Ageless Athlete — How to Stay Strong, Curious & Capable for Life
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Jul 29, 2026
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Summary

At 66, Joe Barr set out to ride the full length of Route 66 and attempt something no one had officially documented before. The ride demanded far more than fitness. It tested sleep, judgment, preparation, teamwork, and Joe’s ability to keep moving when every part of him wanted to stop. Joe has spent a lifetime in cycling. He represented Ireland at two Commonwealth Games, raced professionally, completed Race Across America, and later built a second career in ultra-distance racing after being to...