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

NPR | By Fio Geiran,

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Published June 12, 2026 at 2:12 PM MDT

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.