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Irish ultra-cyclist Joe Barr nears the end of a 2,000-mile trek along Route 66

NPR | By Fio Geiran,

Tinbete Ermyas

Published June 12, 2026 at 3:12 PM CDT

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Irish ultra-cyclist Joe Barr is riding the entirety of Route 66 by bike, in honor of the highway's centennial. He's expected to complete his journey Friday.

Irish ultra-cyclist Joe Barr nears the end of a 2,000-mile trek along Route 66

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