Joe Barr Route 66 Film Project

Exploring Human Possibility through Film + Show: Beyond 66

At 66 years old, ultra-endurance athlete, Joe Barr, attempted to set a Guinness World Record on the centennial year of Route 66, revealing that the greatest test is not always the road itself, but the reasons we choose to ride it.

Filmed Record Attempt June 2 - 12, 2026 ✨​🎥

Follow along as we share behind the scenes footage of the most iconic stops & vistas along Route 66, and real-time stories about what it takes to not only capture such a magnificent feat, but to accomplish it. 

Have a favorite stop or story from Route 66? We want to hear it. Reach out at joebarrfilmproject@gmail.com and subscribe to follow the ride.

MEET THE FILM TEAM

Patrick O'Connor | Executive Producer & Co-Director
Leslie Eades | Co-Director & Impact Strategist
Matt Wagner | Co-Director & Design Specialist