Alex McCormack, a 28-year-old ultra-endurance cyclist from North Yorkshire, England, has recently set a new world record by cycling 3,826.47 kilometers in seven days along the Moselle River in Germany. (bikeradar.com) This achievement surpasses the previous record of 3,813.81 kilometers set by Arvis Sprude in 2024. (media-centre.canyon.com)
McCormack’s record-breaking ride was completed on a custom Canyon Speedmax CFR, a time trial bike equipped with a high-stack aero front end, integrated hydration system, and a top tube bag. (bikeradar.com) Throughout the seven-day effort, he averaged 18.5 hours per day in the saddle, battling unseasonably cold, rainy, and snowy weather conditions. His support crew ensured he consumed an estimated 14,000 calories daily to sustain his performance. (media-centre.canyon.com)
Prior to this record, McCormack had an impressive track record in ultra-endurance cycling, including victories at the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race, the 2025 Hellenic Mountain Race, and the 2024 Highland Trail 550. (media-centre.canyon.com) He also set a Double Everesting World Record in 2025, climbing 17,732 meters in just under 21 hours. (bikeradar.com)
Looking ahead, McCormack is preparing for the Triple Crown of U.S. ultra-distance races: the Tour Divide, Colorado Trail Race, and Arizona Trail Race. (media-centre.canyon.com) The 2026 Tour Divide, a 2,745-mile race from Banff, Canada, to Antelope Wells, New Mexico, is expected to be highly competitive, featuring seasoned veterans and promising newcomers. (bikepacking.com)
For more insights into McCormack’s journey and ultra-endurance cycling, you can listen to his recent appearance on the “King of the Ride” podcast, where he discusses his experiences and motivations.
Highlights:
- Brit sets new world record by cycling 3,826km in 7 days – “He had absolutely nothing left, he was empty” | BikeRadar, Published on Wednesday, April 01
- CANYON ATHLETE ALEX MCCORMACK SETS NEW BENCHMARK IN CYCLING WITH INCREDIBLE 7-DAY WORLD RECORD | Canyon Newsroom, Published on Wednesday, April 01
- Alex McCormack – Seven days. 3,826.47 km. | CANYON US, Published on Sunday, April 19