Professional mountain biker attempts new world record in Winnipeg [Video]

A newly minted Winnipegger is hoping a world record attempt will help bring awareness for the need for more pump track facilities in the city.

Jason Connor is a professional downhill mountain biker who moved to Winnipeg two years ago. He quickly became integrated in the city’s biking community and has been working to have more facilities available for kids to practice and get into the sport of biking.

In an effort to raise awareness, Connor attempted a world record on a pump track in Sage Creek – travelling the furthest distance on the track without pedalling or stopping.

It was actually a battle with himself, as he set the previous record four years ago in New Zealand, travelling 25 kilometres.

Jason Connor riding his bike at the Sage Creek pump track while he attempted to break a world record on Oct. 13, 2024. (Seth Franklin)

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