All The Detail
The Trike
A modified I.C.E. Sprint X will be used. Get ready to nerd out as I am a cycling gearhead. I make no apologies for the detail to come ;)
Clothing & Camping Gear
Cycling long distances is highly demanding, making clothing choice crucial. Apparel needs to be high-quality and kept to a minimum, as everything must be carried on the trike.
Dominic will mostly be camping. As an experienced backpacker with 32 years of living with MS, he knows exactly what he needs, where he can save weight, and which comforts are non-negotiable.
The Video Gear
As the creator of a YouTube channel and a strong believer in interactivity and accessibility, Dominic will carry a range of equipment to film, engage with his audience, edit, and post content. Additionally, his wife is very keen to follow his progress – and to make sure he isn’t eaten by bears.
Read more about the tech involved here
Navigation & Monitoring
Riding 8,000 km is no mean feat. Given Canada’s vast size, accurate route planning is essential. Additionally, Dominic’s neurologist is confident he can complete the journey, but insists he carefully monitor his energy output.
This is how Dominic will stay on track and monitor his output
Diet
The body is like an engine – it needs fuelling. For someone with MS, the body can be even more demanding. Numerous experts have contributed valuable advice and support to help meet these specific needs.
Learn about the optimum fuelling for training and the epic ride
Training
Riding across Canada started as a casual remark, but now the enormity of the task is clear. With four to five months remaining, Dom is training hard. Many people are offering advice, input, and support to help him prepare.
We need your consent to load the translations
We use a third-party service to translate the website content that may collect data about your activity. Please review the details in the privacy policy and accept the service to view the translations.