Happy #DoughnutDay ! I once ate 54 doughnuts during a 36 mile bike race

On September 7, 2015 I won the Lehigh Wheelman Association's Donut Derby bicycle race, a 36 mile ride w/2 donut stops at mile 12 and 24 where competitors eat donuts. Each donut eaten=3min time credit. I ate 54, for a 'donut adjusted time' of -35 minutes (my unadjusted time was 2hr 7min). Both new course records. The previous champ held the title for the last 6 consecutive years. This is my GoPro POV video, raw and unedited. 

Jump to Donut stop #1: 36:50
Jump to Donut stop #2: 1:20:00

 

My gear in this video:

  • GoPro: http://amzn.to/2npRE5M
  • GoPro headstrap: http://amzn.to/2n6ZYd8
  • OtterBox for my iPhone: http://amzn.to/2mpv6Rw
  • Tifosi slip wrap sunglasses: http://amzn.to/2nl6Rbk
  • Kask Protone helmet: http://amzn.to/2mX8R8Y
  • Shimano TR60 triathlon cycling shoes: http://amzn.to/2mpxbgx
  • PowerTap P1 Meter pedals: http://amzn.to/2nqcCBC
  • Garmin Forerunner 920XT watch: http://amzn.to/2mGMimu

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I just won the 'Donut King' title at the San Luis Obispo Tour de Donut and it was epic!

Jake Pickett on right (Overall Champ) and me (Donut King)

Jake Pickett on right (Overall Champ) and me (Donut King)

The San Luis Obispo Tour de Donut is an amazing race. Definitely the most difficult of all the Tour de Donuts. This 2 stage race is really unique. In Stage 1, the whole pack of cyclists ride 15 miles together, making 3 stops to eat donuts for time credits. The time credit given per donut eaten is only 15 seconds (vs 3 or 5 min for other Tour de Donuts). Then Stage 2 is a time trial up Perfumo Canyon Road. It's a very steep (6% avg grade) 3 mile climb.

I won the "Donut King" title for most donuts consumed (22) and Jake Pickett won the Overall title by making it to the top of the road first. He's a beast! This race will test you to the limits and the folks who put it on are really into it.  Check out slotourdedonut.com for more info!

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I rode my bike for 20 miles from Manhattan out to City Island and it was amazing!

95% of the trip was on dedicated bike path

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NYC has really stepped up their bike paths in recent years

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It's pretty amazing that City Island is part of NYC!  

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If you ever go to City Island, eat at Sammy's. Split an entree because their serving sizes are HUGE! 

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I just won the Sweet Corn Eating Championship and set a new world record of 47 corn on the cob in 12 minutes!

I ate thiiiiis much corn (47) in 12min at the Sweet Corn Eating Championship in West Palm Beach, Florida to claim my 2nd Major League Eating Championship. A new world record! 

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I'm doing the Mini Mighty Man sprint triathlon

I'm going to do the Mini Mighty Man sprint/pool triathlon on April 17th in East Meadow, NY (Kong Island). I did it last year and loved it. It's a really short and quick race that you can do in under an hour. It's great for seasoned athletes to warm up for the start of the tri season, but also a safe and easy option for beginners in the area who want to try out the sport. Check it out: http://eventpowerli.com/mini-mighty-man-pool-triathlon/

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Training for next Tour de Donut!

I'm training for the San Luis Obispo Tour de Donut (http://www.slotourdedonut.com) bicycle race happening on May 21. These are the kinds of races that I do well in. Stage 1 is a 15 mile tour with 3 donut stops where riders eat all the donuts they can in 10 minutes at each stop. Each donut eaten earns riders a 15 second time credit for Stage 2 of the race. Stage 2 is a very tough 3 mile 5.5% time trial where riders race up Prefumo Canyon Road. The rider with the most donut eaten from Stage 1 goes first. 

So I'm spending the next few weeks focusing on climbing. I did over 1000ft of climbing today on Zwift. 

I'm about 2/3 of way to completing the @gozwift Ride California challenge.

I'm about 2/3 of way to completing the @gozwift Ride California challenge.

I also have many outdoor training on big hills planned over the next few weeks!

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I'm addicted to Zwift

I've ridden 866km on my bike trainer in just over a month. Zwift has completely transformed my bike training sessions. The miles go by quickly. My training is harder and smarter, focusing on power output vs speed and I'm already seeing improvement.

Here's my progress over the past 30+ days

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Toight I rode a 20km session for 40 minutes

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I rode 232 miles in 1 week on Zwift

Today I rode for a short session on 20 minutes, to save my legs for 2 long weekend workouts.

Today I rode for a short session on 20 minutes, to save my legs for 2 long weekend workouts.

I did go strong for a short stretch to secure 2 achievements. One was the "Circuit Breaker" which I got for hitting 700 watts...briefly  

I did go strong for a short stretch to secure 2 achievements. One was the "Circuit Breaker" which I got for hitting 700 watts...briefly  

And the other achievement I got was called "Jelly" for holding over 500 watts for 10 seconds 

And the other achievement I got was called "Jelly" for holding over 500 watts for 10 seconds 

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Big night on Zwift! 225 miles in 6 days + more

Another 25 miles on the bike tonight

Another 25 miles on the bike tonight

I rode the UCI championship course (Virginia) for the first time. The course is available 2-3 days/week on Zwift. 

I rode the UCI championship course (Virginia) for the first time. The course is available 2-3 days/week on Zwift. 

I made it to level 11, which unlocked the Zwift Digital Camo kit. These jerseys, but I prefer the all-black century jersey which unlocks after riding 100 miles in 1 session. 

I made it to level 11, which unlocked the Zwift Digital Camo kit. These jerseys, but I prefer the all-black century jersey which unlocks after riding 100 miles in 1 session. 

I also earned 2 achievements: "Sprinter Apprentice" and "Lit" for hitting 500 watts and 600 watts respectively

I also earned 2 achievements: "Sprinter Apprentice" and "Lit" for hitting 500 watts and 600 watts respectively

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Just released: my 2016 competition calendar!

I'm really excited to start the 2016 season! I've posted confirmed competition dates to my calendar, and will be adding more as I book them.

This year includes lots of Tour de Donuts in the US where I'll be defending my titles, ultra-distance bicycle races, marathons, eating contests, and an Ironman.

My big goal this year is to qualify for 3200 mile Race Across America (RAAM) bicycle race in 2017 as a solo rider. I'll do that by completing the 400 mile RAAM Texas Challenge in March and the 860 mile Race Across the West (RAW) in June.

I hope to see you out there on the courses this season!

Here are my next five events

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