Rob Britton of Easton Overland Sets new FKT on the BC Epic 1000
Rob Britton of Easton Overland Sets new FKT on the BC Epic 1000
June 14th, 2022, former pro cyclist and Easton Overland athlete Rob Britton (@rob_britton) set off on an individual time trial on the 1,000-kilometre BC Epic 1000 route from Merritt to Fernie, British Columbia.
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With his eyes set on a new fastest known time, Rob completed the challenging route faster than anyone before him, including Tom Hainisch’s blazing-fast 2019 record. Rob’s final time was 2 days, 9 hours, and 24 minutes, a full 7 hours faster than Tom’s record. While the infamous Gray Creek pass was impassable, the alternate route was both longer and had more elevation gain, making Rob’s achievement that much more impressive.
"I don’t think there are many people who could have pulled off such performance in those conditions, but the part that made me so proud as a friend was afterwards when, in casual conversation, it came up that getting the FKT was incredible but wasn’t the best part. Rob was able to truly test his limits and to lose himself in the pursuit of an adventure. He left the outside world behind for two days and was present and tuned in to his body and mind (for better or for worse) as he traveled through some of the most amazing landscapes Canada has to offer. The fact that he found the greatest satisfaction in the ride itself and the adversity and challenge he overcame has seriously inspired me to find ways where I can challenge and push myself like that too… though perhaps on on a smaller and less wild level.” – Nic Hamilton, Rob’s friend and journalist
Rob has raised more than $5,000 for the WIRTH Counselling fund and has a goal of reaching $7,500. You can make a donation and learn more about his fundraising efforts here: GoFundMe
- EC90 AX Wheels and Schwalbe G-One R tires
- EC90 SL Crankset
- EC90 AX Handlebars + EC Microfiber bartape
- EC90 SL ISA Seatpost
- FOX 32 Taper Cast fork
- Shimano GRX 1x paired to a Classified internal hub
- Ceramic Speed Jockey Wheels and Bottom Bracket
- Apidura Bikepacking bags
- Arundel Bottle Cage
Rob's apparel is from Castelli's Unlimited collection and you can find his hats here.
June 14th, 2022, former pro cyclist and Easton Overland athlete Rob Britton (@rob_britton) set off on an individual time trial on the 1,000-kilometre BC Epic 1000 route from Merritt to Fernie, British Columbia.
Watch the story:
With his eyes set on a new fastest known time, Rob completed the challenging route faster than anyone before him, including Tom Hainisch’s blazing-fast 2019 record. Rob’s final time was 2 days, 9 hours, and 24 minutes, a full 7 hours faster than Tom’s record. While the infamous Gray Creek pass was impassable, the alternate route was both longer and had more elevation gain, making Rob’s achievement that much more impressive.
"I don’t think there are many people who could have pulled off such performance in those conditions, but the part that made me so proud as a friend was afterwards when, in casual conversation, it came up that getting the FKT was incredible but wasn’t the best part. Rob was able to truly test his limits and to lose himself in the pursuit of an adventure. He left the outside world behind for two days and was present and tuned in to his body and mind (for better or for worse) as he traveled through some of the most amazing landscapes Canada has to offer. The fact that he found the greatest satisfaction in the ride itself and the adversity and challenge he overcame has seriously inspired me to find ways where I can challenge and push myself like that too… though perhaps on on a smaller and less wild level.” – Nic Hamilton, Rob’s friend and journalist
Rob has raised more than $5,000 for the WIRTH Counselling fund and has a goal of reaching $7,500. You can make a donation and learn more about his fundraising efforts here: GoFundMe
- EC90 AX Wheels and Schwalbe G-One R tires
- EC90 SL Crankset
- EC90 AX Handlebars + EC Microfiber bartape
- EC90 SL ISA Seatpost
- FOX 32 Taper Cast fork
- Shimano GRX 1x paired to a Classified internal hub
- Ceramic Speed Jockey Wheels and Bottom Bracket
- Apidura Bikepacking bags
- Arundel Bottle Cage
Rob's apparel is from Castelli's Unlimited collection and you can find his hats here.