Matthew Lefthand Shatters American 24-Hour Cycling Record with 612.38 Miles at Bike Sebring. Sebring, Florida – February 15, 2026

In a remarkable display of endurance and speed, ultra-cyclist Matthew Lefthand has set a new course record in the 24-hour non-drafting bicycle event, covering an impressive 612.38 miles during the Bike Sebring race in Sebring, Florida. He is the first American to exceed 600 miles in a 24-hour TT format event and only the second person in the world to do so. In 2025, Lefthand set the course record at 576 miles on a standard TT road bike. For the 2026 competition, he switched to a Cruzbike V20c, a cutting-edge front-wheel-drive recumbent bicycle designed for optimal aerodynamics and ergonomic comfort. Lefthand averaged 25.51 mph over the grueling 24-hour period. The Bike Sebring 24-hour non-drafting event is held on a 3.67 mile loop course. No aerodynamic assistance from other cyclists is allowed. Lefthand's performance highlights his strategic pacing, nutritional discipline, and mental fortitude amid Florida's variable weather conditions. “The Cruzbike V20c's innovative design played a key role in maintaining that consistent speed without the pain and fatigue of a typical upright bike," said Lefthand.

Lefthand's performances place him among the elite in the sport, though it falls short of the world record of 637.66 miles held by Austria's Christoph Strasser set on a closed-road loop at Zeltweg Air Base, Austria. 

Bike Sebring, an annual ultra-cycling classic and qualifier for events like the Race Across America (RAAM), attracts top endurance athletes from around the world. Lefthand's feat adds to the event's legacy as a proving ground for record-breaking performances.For media inquiries, high-resolution photos, or interview requests, please contact:
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