Hunter cyclist to ride 12,000 km across country for charity

Robert Sheridan has lived an athletic life, playing rugby league, competing in triathlons and completing treks including Everest Base Camp. Picture by Max Mason-Hubers

ROBERT Sheridan is a man on a mission.

The Maryville cyclist and teacher, 68, has set himself a goal of riding around 10,000 kilometres every year for the past five years, but has set his sights even higher this year. He is preparing to cycle about 12,000 kilometres around the country, mostly solo and unsupported.