As we enter the dark season in Western Canada, I’ve got a group of athletes guaranteed to motivate and inspire you to do something EPIC.
The guy on the left is Craig Premack. In addition to being an accomplished musician and producer, he’s an exceptional athlete who is only getting better. He set a personal best Ironman a few weeks back at the age of 66!
The guy in the middle is one of the world’s original ultra triathlon athletes. Nick Mallett is a tireless mental health advocate and is currently riding around a big chunk of Australia to raise funds for the Blue Tree Project.
The guy on the right is now enjoying all of the joys of fatherhood and living in the Kootenays. Svein Tuft also used to be a Tour De France guy and was second at the 2008 World Time Trial Championships.
What unites these guys is their passion for long-distance cycling—and we mean long: hundreds of kilometres at a time.
So why spend countless hours on a bike, through rain, darkness, and blistering sun? We’ve got the answer to that—and much more.
Naturally, there are benefits to long-distance cycling; the fitness gains are pretty obvious, but Craig, Nick, and Svein also explain how those rides (mainly solo) give them special powers in everyday life. Some great storytelling and insights by a trio of inspirational dudes make for a great listen while you are on the trainer, trail, or in the car. Press play for one hour of inspiration.
You can help out Nick and the cause by following the link on the Blue Tree.
And if you are looking to try some gravel adventures, Svein is your go-to-guy in the Kootenays. Ride with a legend and kick start a new lust for life!
