How does Arvid get from Vancouver to Halifax beyond the copious amounts of sweat and determination? Support crew. (Photo note: Crew talks through who’s going where, when…) Since Winnipeg Arvid has been physically an emotionally supported by a team of…
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Help me do it!
(A message dictated to the support crew by Arvid early this morning) Good morning! It is a gorgeous morning to be alive. As I put on my jersey this morning I was struck by the images I saw – Charles…
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Back On The Road!
Arvid has been back on the road for about two hours. He’s back! Victor Sent from my iPhone
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Update
Arvid has been fighting swelling of his legs due to water retention since crossing the Saskatchewan & manitoba border. He’s fought hard to keep up his speed. This afternoon it has become clear that the situation was getting worse. He…
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Mental math
We are giving Arvid math problems on the road while biking. He’s been 100% correct on the following problems, 23 X 23 48 X 39 2312 km in 120 hours, calculate average speed Victor Sent from my iPhone
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PM crew
Great work Henry B, Stephen and Ruth on those long shifts during the hardest phase of the day for Arvid. Hopefully, they’re getting some well deserved sleep right now. Special thanks to Henry who is leaving us today and join…
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Is there room for Arvid part 2
So, the AM crew found the back of the Van like this at 4am. Seriously? Not only is there no room for Arvid, where is Arvid??? I Victor Sent from my iPhone
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Arvid’s Diet
Someone was curious about what Arvid eats on the road besides MacDonalds and Tim Hortons. Each ride is different but the van is always stocked with the following. Red Bull- or hairy cow as Arvid calls it Mint Areo bars…
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A special Sign
This is the sign we found at the side of the road. Art and Anne left it for Arvid. We taped it to the back of the RV 🙂
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Espanola
We’re not sure what they make here, but it looks important. We stopped in Espanola for a BigMac for Arvid and some food for the crew and saw it on the way into town. I wonder if our world will…
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Crew dynamics
It’s always interesting going on a road trip like this. Arvid’s body is definitely going through its issues with fluid retention, fatigue and pain. The crew is experiencing sympathy issues due to poor diet, irregular schedules and less sleep. Josh…
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