Episode 70: Jack Ultra Cyclist Thompson — Riding massive distances to highlight mental health matters - a podcast by Ted King

Jack Thompson rides more in a week than most cyclists will do in a year. In fact, with the nickname "Ultra Cyclist", Jack holds the Guinness Book of World Records title of most distanced ridden in one week at 3500km!
 
That's just the tip of the iceberg for Jack. Another unfathomable feat is that he's done three KOMs in three consecutive days in three different countries or the Taiwan KOM Challenge, four consecutive times in a row. 
 
But Jack is far more than just an ultra distance bike rider. His battle with mental health issues has sent him to a drug addiction and rehab and it has forced him onto his bike. Jack is chock full of stories and this conversation helps get the notion across that #itsoknottobeok.
 
Follow Jack on instagram at www.instagram.com/jackultracyclist
 
And be sure to check out his recent video documenting his Guinness record setting ride.

 

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