Russ Mantle has met many challenges on the road, including jealous bystanders who have repeatedly tried to topple him from his bike.
"Drunk before you're thirshty," he advises.
Russ spent many years on the run, easily evading the plod.
Forensic accountants detected possible 'corrections', but gave him the benefit of the doubt.
Installing a new toe clip sent by
the pope, one of many celebrity well-wishers.
Asked how much he thinks he should be paid for his accomplishment, he chooses a nice round number.