• It came to a quick end.
    9 Sep 2026

    Less than a mile into the first ride of the 2026 Great Cycle Challenge I had a serious accident. I was taken by ambulance to a trauma center. The injuries to my head, face, neck. arms and leg have ended my participation this year. However, I will still keep up my fundraising to help find better treatments for childhood cancers. Thank you for your support for all the kids like Niko who have either lost or are fighting for their lives because current treatments are not enough.

    It came to a quick end.
    Posted 17 hours ago
  • He will be in my rear pocket
    24 Jul 2026

    I carry an item that connects me with the child I am riding for on all of my rides. For Niko, I will have the Viking's mascot with me. It is my way of having his spirit accompany me as we pedal together to reach this year's 750 mile goal. In the video, my own Eagle Scout medal is pinned to Viking mascot.

    Posted 48 days ago
  • Minnesota Viking fan
    2 Jul 2026

    Niko was a huge Minnesota Vikings fan. You may have noticed the Viking blanket on his hospital bed. Niko had the opportunity to attend a Viking's game in person this past January. The Vikings beat Green Bay that day, winning 16-3. Sadly, a few months later Niko lost his battle with cancer.

    Minnesota Viking fan
    Posted 70 days ago
  • Eagle Scout
    2 Jul 2026

    Here is Niko in his Boy Scout uniform, prior to earning his Eagle Scout award and before treatments took his hair. On his sash he has 35 merit badges. Only 21 are required for Eagle. He was such an over achiever!

    Eagle Scout
    Posted 70 days ago