Octogenarian Odyssey: Cyclist, 83, Starts Cross-Canada Tour in B.C.
Fletcher will document the ride through photos, video and social media while aiming to encourage seniors to stay active and keep exploring.
- On June 12, 83-year-old Robert Fletcher launches an 8,600-kilometre bicycle journey across Canada, starting from the iconic pier in White Rock.
- Inspired by a TV series featuring Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman, Fletcher has cycled more than 50,000 kilometres since turning 80, exploring four continents including Europe and Australia.
- Wife Gloria manages accommodation and travel logistics, while his step-daughter drives the support vehicle; Fletcher uses a pedal-assisted Bulls Bike for the tour.
- Fletcher aims to promote active living for seniors, saying, "I want to promote active living and seniors," while exploring the country.
- Before starting his Canadian journey on June 12, Fletcher will stop in Langley on June 11; his route covers all 10 provinces, with his 84th birthday arriving in August while cycling through Quebec.
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Octogenarian Odyssey: Cyclist, 83, starts cross-Canada tour in B.C. - Creston Valley Advance
An 83-year-old is kicking off an 8,600-kilometre bicycle journey across Canada June 12 from White Rock’s iconic pier. Robert Fletcher, who turns 84 in August — when he’ll be in Quebec, according to his route — has cycled more than 50,000 kilometres since he turned 80, exploring several continents including North America, South America, Europe and Australia. Dubbed the Octogenarian Odyssey, Fletcher will also document his journey through photos, …
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Octogenarian Odyssey: Cyclist, 83, starts cross-Canada tour in B.C.
An 83-year-old is kicking off an 8,600-kilometre bicycle journey across Canada June 12 from B.C. iconic pier in White Rock. Robert Fletcher, who turns 84 in August — when he’ll be in Quebec, according to his route — has cycled more than 50,000 kilometres since he turned 80, exploring several continents including North America, South America, Europe and Australia. Dubbed the Octogenarian Odyssey, Fletcher will also document his journey through ph…
Octogenarian Odyssey: Cyclist, 83, starts cross-Canada tour in B.C. - Fort St. James Caledonia Courier
An 83-year-old is kicking off an 8,600-kilometre bicycle journey across Canada June 12 from White Rock’s iconic pier. Robert Fletcher, who turns 84 in August — when he’ll be in Quebec, according to his route — has cycled more than 50,000 kilometres since he turned 80, exploring several continents including North America, South America, Europe and Australia. Dubbed the Octogenarian Odyssey, Fletcher will also document his journey through photos, …
Octogenaria Odyssey: Cyclist, 83, starts cross-Canada tour in B.C. - Vanderhoof Omineca Express
An 83-year-old is kicking off an 8,600-kilometre bicycle journey across Canada June 12 from White Rock’s iconic pier. Robert Fletcher, who turns 84 in August — when he’ll be in Quebec, according to his route — has cycled more than 50,000 kilometres since he turned 80, exploring several continents including North America, South America, Europe and Australia. Dubbed the Octogenarian Odyssey, Fletcher will also document his journey through photos, …
The Free Press
Octogenaria Odyssey: Cyclist, 83, starts cross-Canada tour in B.C.
An 83-year-old is kicking off an 8,600-kilometre bicycle journey across Canada June 12 from White Rock’s iconic pier. Robert Fletcher, who turns 84 in August — when he’ll be in Quebec, according to his route — has cycled more than 50,000 kilometres since he turned 80, exploring several continents including North America, South America, Europe and Australia. Dubbed the Octogenarian Odyssey, Fletcher will also document his journey through photos, …
Octogenaria Odyssey: Cyclist, 83, starts cross-Canada tour in White Rock
An 83-year-old is kicking off an 8,600-kilometre bicycle journey across Canada June 12 from White Rock’s iconic pier. Robert Fletcher, who turns 84 in August — when he’ll be in Quebec, according to his route — has cycled more than 50,000 kilometres since he turned 80, exploring several continents including North America, South America, Europe and Australia. Dubbed the Octogenarian Odyssey, Fletcher will also document his journey through photos, …
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