The strategy of any ultra-marathoner is to balance input with output. There comes a point where rest is the key to completing the task. So Arvid will sleep for an hour.

Arvid is struggling with sleep deprivation and is taking a one-hour nap. Hopefully that will give him the energy to get back to moving!

Our friends from Calgary made it from Calgary to Winnipeg in 47.5 hours! See the article here: http://chvnradio.com/chvn-news-2/blogs/1289-the-purposeful-pursuit#

Arvid has passed through Regina and is fighting through fatigue and sleep deprivation. In order to deal with it, he has had two short naps already this morning. He is beginning to deal with some slight fluid retention. Looking forward…

Some have asked what Arvid takes to help with the physical stress a activity like this. Basically he controls food intake until his system adjusts to the heavy caloric and metabolic demands made on him. He introduces food slowly into…

Music is a big motivator as he cranks out the kilometres. We made major repair on the lid of his mini radio.

Just want to thank those who support us with text messages. Truth is we are are not as tech savvy as required . We had a long night coming into Medicine Hat with a big push to arrive. Wind has…

Sunny small breeze from west favourable day for riding

It is tradition to read your posts to Arvid , as time permits, while he rides.  We sensed the presence of our redeemer, healer and protector. ​

Just had some time to catch up on some posts. Coming into Calgary we received a very kind and enthusiastic welcome by founding board member and supporter of MCF Canada, Maureen Kehler!  

Arvid told us two hours ago that, “Black Angus flee in his presence.” True story, we just witnessed this phenomena!

We had a good day minus the two flat tires and strong winds and rain squalls east of Calgary.

Grandparents and grandchildren must all wear sunscreen before going outside to play!

We made up Kicking Horse last night. Had coffee at the 5 star roadway Canmore. Look out Saskatchewan here he comes!