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Betsy Welch
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What was the length of Morton's ride?
Morton rode 2,670 miles down the Tour Divide route.
Morton rode 3,000 miles down the Tour Divide route.
What date did Morton start his ride?
Morton started his ride on August 29.
Morton started his ride on September 1.
How long did it take Morton to complete the route?
It took Morton 10 days to complete the route.
It took Morton 12 days, 12 hours, and 21 minutes.
What was unique about Morton's attempt?
Morton imposed a rule to get 12 hours of sleep every 48 hours.
Morton did not stop to sleep during his attempt.
What does Morton's record prove?
It shows the benefits of resting during ultra endurance feats.
It shows sleep deprivation is key to setting records.
Read the article:
Lachlan Morton completes Tour Divide route in 12 days, 12 hours, and 21 minutes