Mike Hall (cyclist)

Mike Hall (1981 – 2017) was a British endurance cyclist, race organiser, and founder of the Transcontinental Race. He was a prominent figure in the ultra-distance cycling community, known for his self-supported, single-stage races across continents.

Hall's cycling career began with Audax riding and time trialling. He quickly progressed to longer and more challenging events. In 2011, he won the World Cycle Race, a circumnavigation of the globe, in a record time of 91 days.

In 2013, he founded the Transcontinental Race (TCR), an unsupported, single-stage race across Europe. The TCR quickly gained popularity, attracting cyclists from around the world to test their physical and mental limits. Hall also organised the TransAm Bike Race, a similar event traversing the United States.

Hall was known for his philosophy of self-reliance and minimizing support. His races were designed to challenge participants to navigate, maintain their equipment, and manage their own resources independently. He emphasized the importance of personal responsibility and the spirit of adventure.

Mike Hall tragically died on March 31, 2017, while competing in the inaugural Indian Pacific Wheel Race across Australia, after being struck by a car. His death prompted significant discussion regarding cyclist safety and race organisation in ultra-distance cycling events.

Hall's legacy continues through the Transcontinental Race, which remains a significant event in the ultra-distance cycling calendar. His contributions to the sport are remembered for their emphasis on self-sufficiency, adventure, and pushing the boundaries of human endurance.