Cyclist Rod Evans congratulated on breaking record

24/5/94

Transport Minister Eric Charlton today congratulated cyclist Rod Evans on his record-breaking ride over the weekend, describing the feat as inspirational.

"To set a world record in ultra-marathon cycle endurance racing is a remarkable achievement, but to break five existing world records is almost unbelievable," Mr Charlton said.

"The courage and dedication Rod's effort must have taken is outstanding and a fine example to all."

Rod Evans is manager of Bikewest, the Department of Transport agency responsible for implementing cyling policy.

"In his capacity as Bikewest manager, I have always been impressed by Rod's determination to achieve and he is to be congratulated on his efforts in the pursuit of excellence,"

Mr Charlton said.

"Of course, I am also proud that these records were set in Western Australia and that Rod Evans' name has been broadcast to the world.

"For a country with a small population, Australia has a long and proud record in terms of human achievements, inventiveness and creativity and Rod's success is a further acknowledgment of that."

Rod Evans now holds world cycling records in the 100 mile, 200 mile, 12 hour, 24 hour and 1,000 kilometre endurance events.

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