I've completed the 30 Days of Biking challenge by cycling every day in April. Yay! I cycled between 2 and 39 miles every day and covered 205 miles for the month. These aren't huge distances compared … [Read more...]
Cycling on country lanes near Horsham
April 9, 2013 by 4 Comments
I went out cycling on Saturday as part of my 30 Days of Biking for April. It wasn't a particularly long cycle ride but I really enjoyed the trip. The route was on country lanes north of Horsham and … [Read more...]
30 Days of Biking
April 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I've signed up for 30 Days of Biking - which means that I need to cycle every day in April! I'm hopeful that I'll be able to complete a month's worth of cycling although my resolve may be tested if we … [Read more...]
New Bontrager handlebar grips
March 17, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I've had the same handlebar grips on my Specialized Rockhopper mountain bike since I bought it in 2009. They've gradually become more and more worn and the rubber has started to perish. They're … [Read more...]
I have a clean bike waiting for me
February 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I've not done many cycle rides this year so far. No excuses but it was bloody cold and grey today and I didn't venture out. Somehow, winter cycling is always better when it's a bright, sunny blue sky … [Read more...]
Cycling resolutions for 2013
January 16, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I started my cycling for 2013 with a short 9 mile cycle ride last weekend near Horsham. It was a bit tougher than I expected but I did have a break from cycling over Christmas so that's probably … [Read more...]
What a shame, Instamapper is closing
December 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
It's a real shame that InstaMapper is closing in December. If you don't know, the service allows you to send GPS beacons and track your location. I've used it on many cycle rides and it's normally … [Read more...]
Cycling on a cold day
November 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Yesterday was bright and cold so I went out for a cycle ride south of Horsham to Partridge Green. It's one of my regular routes so I know it well and I enjoyed the ride. I've just joined Audioboo … [Read more...]
Winter cycling, just keep it going
October 30, 2012 by 1 Comment
I was invited on a longish cycle ride last weekend but didn't really feel up for it. Partly because the day was cold and somewhat windy and also because I felt like having a relaxed day at home. My … [Read more...]
Cycle Ride in the New Forest
October 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Last weekend, a few friends and I cycled a 72 mile circular route in the New Forest. It was a glorious sunny Autumn day and here's my description of the trip. Start and Finish: Lyndhurst On-road … [Read more...]