With regard to Len Vreeland’s 1981 record attempt ride across America some people may note his ride in 15 days to be nowhere close to current records in the single digits. Here is what I would say to anyone that entertains that thought:
How ‘bout when you turn 52 years of age, go out to Santa Monica with a bare bones budget, no smart phone, no Google maps or other internet, along with your “super-dooper look-out Harry here I come” bike of any kind, and attempt a ride to NYC. If you can do it in less than 15 days, come back and we’ll talk again!