AfterShokz Areopex – Review
I first became aware of AfterShokz when I saw them being sold at the London Bike Show just over three years ago. I was sceptical as to whether the sound quality of wireless bone conduction headphones would be any good. I am one of those people who like good quality sound when playing music, regardless… Continue reading AfterShokz Areopex – Review →
Cyclist and Horse Riders – great advice for both
The following was published by the British Hose Society at https://www.bhs.org.uk/advice-and-information/common-incidents/cycles We are both vulnerable – Let’s work together Equestrians and cyclists are both vulnerable road users. We both share similar risks when riding on the road, and we need access to more safe off-road riding. Cyclists and horse riders have a statutory right to ride… Continue reading Cyclist and Horse Riders – great advice for both →
Virtual -v- Real World Cycling
During the COVID-19 lock-down, I have aimed to do as much as my training indoors as possible. I have a smart trainer for cycling and a treadmill for running. I have used various apps for both with my current favourites being Zwift for running and Bkool, the same brand as my trainer, for cycling. Zwift… Continue reading Virtual -v- Real World Cycling →
Cycling-themed movie playlist
Here is an interesting playlist from Cycling UK. As they say: Whether you’re self-isolating, in quarantine, social-distancing, or just looking for a movie-marathon, grab the popcorn and get comfy, there’s something here for everyone. Here is a link to their list: Get your cycling fix(ie) with our suggested playlist of cycling-themed films IMO, there are… Continue reading Cycling-themed movie playlist →
Back on the road to fitness week 3
Tempo to Sprints So the challenge here is to complete 4 short, high-intensity intervals of increasing power, after first opening with a steady 15min Tempo effort. By working aerobically in the early 15min effort you will be improving the ability to deliver oxygen to the working muscles and preserve your carbohydrate stores for the finishing… Continue reading Back on the road to fitness week 3 →
Back on the road to fitness – now includes running
And another first yesterday. I wanted to start cross-training and start running again. Not that I am an accomplished runner by any means. Although I did manage to complete the couch to 5ktraining plan a couple of years ago. I have also have had a treadmill for about a year which has been neglected. So… Continue reading Back on the road to fitness – now includes running →
The joy of cycling part 2
I’ve blogged before about forgetting about all the trappings that we love to surround ourselves with and just getting out on the bike and riding for the sheer joy of it. Today was one of those days. I had planned a ride out on the road bike but, because of strong winds, decided on an… Continue reading The joy of cycling part 2 →
Lorries face London ban ‘to protect cyclists’
The headline for this article on the BBC news website is not quite correct as “The mayor’s office said that over the past two years HGVs were involved in 23% of pedestrian fatalities and 58% of cyclist deaths in London, despite accounting for just 4% of the miles driven in the city.” It is very… Continue reading Lorries face London ban ‘to protect cyclists’ →
The toughest ride I’ve ever done
Today I did the toughest ride that I have ever done. It was tougher than the first sponsored ride that I did which knocked me for six. It was tougher than my 100 miles to nowhere ride. And this one was less than 40 miles. It was the London to Southend off road. This route… Continue reading The toughest ride I’ve ever done →
A simple question
So, what do you think the courts would give you if you were guilty of causing death by dangerous driving? Before you answer, consider what that means. You have caused the death of another person because of the way they drove their car. It was their fault that the other person is dead. You killed… Continue reading A simple question →
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