Epic Ride across Himalaya in 38 hrs

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Young Austrian extreme cyclist Jacob Zurl (26) just crossed the Himalaya on his bike, riding over the highest motorable passes of the world.

Stats:
Distance: 517 km / 321 mi
Ascent: 13500 m / 44,000 ft
Duration 38hrs 41mins

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Here’s the video shot in preparation for this project:
http://vimeo.com/102487024

website: www.jacobzurl.at

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Holy F***, that kid has guts.
I travelled the Himalayas years ago and it is tough! Bad food, bad water, altitude sickness, wicked drivers, terrible roads, … hope he has a good support team.
On a lighter note, the trekking, Nepalis , and scenery were PHENOMENAL!