Junior Oamaru wheelman Mitch Fox has become the youngest holder of the national men's open penny-farthing championships title.
On Saturday he competed in the 17th National Penny and Veteran Cycle Event.
Oamaru Ordinary Cycle Club captain David Wilson said Mitch headed off a highly competitive field.
"He demonstrated committment and tenacity as he pushed his big wheel at breakneck speed to take the event," he said.
"Never before in the history of New Zealand has such a young rider held this highly sought-after prize."
Waitaki Mayor Alex Familton congratulated Mitch following the formal presentation on Saturday afternoon.
"It is a great honour for Oamaru to now hold this prestigeous title, being the host town of the event since 1994, and having one of the youngest members of the Oamaru Ordinary Cycle Club showing so much potential is a double priviledge," Mr Wilson said.
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