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 # Posted: 19 Aug 2008 11:01 - Edited by: Roger888


Did anyone see the first part of Mark Beaumont's cycle journey round the world. Continues on BBC1 today, tomorrow and Thursday.

One ethical dilemma he faces was whether to continue his challenge or keep to his vegetarian diet (the diet went). Would you get so committed to an adventure that you would change your behaviour?
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 # Posted: 22 Aug 2008 17:08


I enjoyed watching this adventure (you can still see it on BBC iplayer). I am sure lots of detail was left out.

Don't think I will be challenging for his world record.
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 # Posted: 22 Aug 2008 23:58


Totally agree it was an excellent programme and a fantastic achievement. I couldn't believe it when he got knocked off his bike in Louisiana and then got mugged later the same day
Well done Mark Beaumont
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 # Posted: 19 Oct 2008 22:19


Quoting: Kriz
Well done Mark Beaumont

Mark has been awarded Young Alumnus of the Year by Glasgow University. I shall be attending the dinner where he receives his presentation at the beginning of December. Sadly, I don't think he'll be wearing his lycra cycling shorts


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