Further Lostways: An Ultra Cycling Documentary in Devon + Cornwall (Video)

Earlier this month, the inaugural Further Lostways ultra-cycling event saw nearly 50 riders tackle a demanding 750-kilometer mixed-terrain route across Devon and Cornwall. Starting from Dartmoor, participants navigated the rugged South West English landscape to the very tip of Cornwall and back. Among the finishers was Josh Reid, who has since released a compelling 17-minute documentary capturing the essence and challenges of the ride, now available via Bikepacking.com.

This event, while not a traditional UCI-sanctioned race, taps directly into the burgeoning interest in self-supported, ultra-distance bikepacking. Its mixed-terrain format reflects a broader shift in cycling culture towards adventure and endurance over pure speed, attracting a different, yet equally dedicated, breed of athlete. Reid’s video, documenting the physical and mental toll of such an undertaking, serves as both a testament to the riders' fortitude and a potent marketing tool for future editions of this increasingly popular niche.

Another 750 kilometers, another video. It seems the only thing more prolific than new ultra-endurance events is the content documenting them, ensuring the armchair adventurer never runs out of inspiration.