A few weeks ago, I talked about my New Years Resolutions. Apparently, most people fail theirs within the first 2 weeks of January, and I have to admit, that does sound likely to be true. A few days ago, I was definitely questioning myself on some of the goals I set myself. In fact, I... Continue Reading →
On the first day of the new year, and keeping up with traditions of New Years Resolutions, Josh (my brother-in-law) and I headed over to the local woods/trails that afternoon. It was reasonably busy with walkers and dogs, so some care was needed navigating around them before we got to the start of the bike... Continue Reading →
So, it's a new year, which usually means New Years Resolutions. I've certainly been thinking and listed a few cycling related ones in my latest blog post. Check them out.
Recipie for a perfect ride: Clear blue skies SunshineNo wind, maybe a slight breezeQuiet roadsA bikeOh, and maybe a 3 day weekend I'm sure there are a few other things, but I can't think of them right now. This bank holiday weekend has been a good one, despite being in lockdown. As I mentioned in... Continue Reading →
OK, so I'm a bit late to the party... and when I say party, I mean sitting at home either at a computer or in front of the TV. Luckily we are still allowed to venture outside for some daily exercise which, thankfully, includes cycling. I'll be honest. I haven't really taken advantage of this... Continue Reading →
It was a very quick ride and unfortunately, I don't mean fast. We were out for around 50 minutes in total once we'd parked up and sorted the bikes out. It was a spontaneously planned ride, I received a message from my brother in law late on Friday evening, saying that he was planning on... Continue Reading →
Ok, so I'm a little bit late, but never the less, Happy New Year everyone! Hopefully, you've all had an excellent Christmas and celebrated the beginning of a new decade in style. Let me begin by apologising as it's certainly been a while since I last posted and there are several reasons for this. Some... Continue Reading →
It really is getting cold now! I know for a fact that I've not been on my bike as much as I should have. Come to think of it, it's been a couple of weeks since I was last perched on a saddle and even then, it was on the rollers. Now that we're well... Continue Reading →
Sometimes they can be really tough, but they can also be the most rewarding. I'm sure that I'm not the only one who sometimes struggles to get out of bed early in the morning. There are just some days where my eyelids are far too heavy to even consider opening, never mind getting out on... Continue Reading →
I can't believe it! I started this blog just over a year ago and it's still here, still going strong and I'm still loving it. There have been a few times where my enthusiasm may have dropped slightly, but it hasn't failed completely and now I'm writing my 100th blog post. I feel very proud to... Continue Reading →
So, you've just completed a big ride, let's say over 100 miles. You're over the moon but you're exhausted. What do you do to recover from those miles and make sure you're not hurting for the next couple of weeks? Recovery Shake The first thing I tend to do, once I've caught my breath, is... Continue Reading →
As promised, I have shaved my legs! For those of you who don't know, when I was raising money for a charity called Debra, I'd set myself a target of £500 and I may have said that, if I managed to hit it, I would shave my legs in an attempt to look like a... Continue Reading →
This is what it's all been about for the last 10 months. All of the training, all of the time spent on the bike(s). It all boils down to one ride. Sounds dramatic... I can almost hear the trailer music playing. The morning of the ride we woke relatively early. With the hotel we were... Continue Reading →
I can't believe I've done it! My main event/ride of 2019, it has been my focus for the last 10 months or so. As most of you know, last weekend, I took part in a cycling event up in Yorkshire, starting in Thirsk and winding its way through the Yorkshire Dales. I am so pleased... Continue Reading →
It really isn't long now until my main ride of the year. 4 days to be exact. I'm feeling pretty happy about it, don't get me wrong I still have worries about not finishing or struggling half way round and not enjoying it. But I can't let those thoughts get the better of me now.... Continue Reading →
Who doesn't love riding in the bright sunshine and the warmer temperatures? I know I do. Any excuse to get out on the bike in shorts and a jersey and I'm there. In fact, I used to say hotter the better until I went out for a 70 odd mile ride in 30 °C heat.... Continue Reading →
As most of you know, I'm due to take part in an event called Ride Yorkshire. It'll take me a total of 102 miles and 5,500 ft of climbing around the glorious Yorkshire countryside. I'm actually really looking forward to it, I'm sure that'll change once I embark up the first of many hills. Still never... Continue Reading →
The first ride of any new bike is always a wonderful occasion. I was extremely excited to get out on my new S-Works Tarmac, although I was also a little apprehensive. I was a bit worried that I wouldn't be able to tell the difference between my old Tarmac and my shiny new one. Still,... Continue Reading →
When you've fallen out of love with riding your bike for whatever reason and you just can't bring yourself to swing your leg over and push down on the pedal. This has happened to me on a number of occasions. About 4 weeks ago I stopped riding and hadn't even pulled a bike out of... Continue Reading →
My last post was about building up my new S-Works frame. I mention that I love building my own bikes, it makes them just that little bit more special and gives them a more personal touch. All of my bikes have their intricate details that I love and I think that's what makes them feel... Continue Reading →
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