Cycling around the world for Sea Shepherd and marine life

On February 18th, 2012, Jason Woodhouse, along with nine other cyclists, embarked on what has been called “arguably the longest, toughest, adventure race in the world.” The event known as the Global Bicycle Race will cover 18,000 miles and cross every line of longitude on the planet. The goal is not only to win but also to claim the ultimate prize of a new Guinness World Record for fastest circumnavigation by bicycle. Jason suffered some discouraging setbacks, which forced him to return home for repairs shortly after the race began. He is now back on the road with an intense determination to win.

“I’ve spent time with Sea Shepherd volunteers as well as it’s founder Captain Paul Watson and I truly believe that there is no greater force on this Earth committed to protecting ocean wildlife,” says Woodhouse. “I hope that my daring 2012 record bid will give me the opportunity to share with my followers the many benefits of cycling, the natural beauty of world travel, and to raise awareness of the incredible work of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society.”

The 24-year-old British racer left London with a goal of riding 130 miles a day and travelling 18,000 miles across the globe. “My project is extremely eco-conscious, Jason says. “I am riding a recycled bicycle and all of my international flights will be carbon offset. I intend to promote cycling to those that follow my adventure as an important form of sustainable transport that as residents of this planet we should all strive to use for journeys of less than five miles, in doing so protecting the delicate eco-system in which we have made our homes.”

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Cycling around the world for Sea Shepherd