“Zznnn zznnn” went my phone. It was a message on Instagram, from a very proud father, eager to let me know about the epic adventure his son was on. For most of this year, George Harrison (not that one) had been cycling around New Zealand. Only, rather than bi-cycling, George was uni-cycling.
On the 18th July, George rocked up at the Wind Wand in New Plymouth, having spent 169 days spinning (you can't freewheel on a unicycle) his gear around the country and raising vital funds for New Zealand Down Syndrome Association while he went.
This is most definitely an adventure close to my heart, so I seized the opportunity to chat with George last Friday. We spoke about his transition back to stationary life, what inspired this adventure and, of course, the trip itself.
Watch the video above to find out more about George's incredible unicycle journey.
George is keeping his Just Giving open for a while longer, if you’d like to donate and you can find out more about his journey on his Insta: @george.harrrison - with three Rs.
