Dallas Allison, a Campbell River paramedic, is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the longest stand-up paddleboard trip in 24 hours, while raising money for a charity helping veterans and first responders.
Allison, an experienced kayaker, became enthralled by paddleboarding after trying it for the first time two years ago.
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On Aug. 25, starting at 2 p.m, Allison will be attempting to break the record of 193.8 kilometres paddled over a day. His attempt, to be performed on Mohun Lake, is the culmination of a journey of preparation and learning, as documented on his Facebook page, 91裸聊视频楽tory of an Underdog.91裸聊视频�
Allison picked this name because the record was set by Bart de Zwart, a world-renowned Dutch paddleboarder who is also known as 91裸聊视频淢r. Endurance.91裸聊视频�
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The attempt will be a personal test of will, but also a chance for Allison to raise funds for the Honour House Society, a charity providing military, veterans and first responders a 91裸聊视频榟ome away from home91裸聊视频� while receiving medical treatment and care in the Metro Vancouver area.
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For the attempt, Allison has set a goal of 210 kilometres for ideal conditions. But to break the record, he will need to maintain an average speed of about 8.1 kilometres per hour.
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Allison91裸聊视频檚 preparation for the attempt extends beyond the paddleboard. He trains three to five hours per day doing yoga, stretching and balancing exercises and also cross-trains with running, slacklining, swimming and other activities.
On the paddleboard, Allison has been completing either six- or 12-hour long endurance sessions.
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The attempt will be a grueling physical challenge for Allison.
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To be able to push through this physical hardship, Allison has been focusing on mental preparation.
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To break the record, Allison will need to record a video of himself, his GPS and a clock at the same time, so his attempt can be verified.
Allison is also looking for more volunteers to help document his attempt. Those interested in volunteering may contact gibson3@ualberta.ca. Observers are being asked to follow all BC parks regulations, and the event command post will be set up in Sit 24 of Pacific Yew Recreation Site.
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