Charles Terront

Charles Terront was the first major French cycling star. He won sprint, middle distance and endurance events in Europe and the United States. In September 1891 he won the first ParisBrestParis cycle race, which at 1,196 kilometres was more than double the length of any previous event. He rode a Humber bicycle fitted with prototype removable pneumatic tyres made by Michelin.

Terront was born in SaintOuen, SeineSaintDenis. He took up cycle racing in 1876 along with his brother Jules. Charles excelled at both endurance and speed events, and also won many events on a tandem with his brother Jules. He won 54 major solo events over his 15year career, including being Champion of France twice and Champion of Great Britain twice.

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