February is home to the famous “The Slovakia Experiment”, this year my first long distance gravel race. I reflect on what it means to follow the planned route and develop new long-distance racing tactics.
Hands on – Shimano SPD-SL pedal service
The first post in my new series - how to service a Shimano pedal for a road bike. Enjoy a smoother ride and save some money!
Seeking purity
The last decade in cycling has seen an explosion of technology, but how much of this is really necessary for most cyclists?
Garmin Varia RTL515 – a review
Not all bike lights are created equal. Read about one that can warn you about danger coming from behind.
Love your local climb
You don't need to go to the mountains for an epic ride. Look for the hidden diamonds in the rough nearby.
Winter tour to Bratislava
Blessed with wonderful weather in January, I cycled between two European capitals and back in a day. Join me on my mini-adventure.
An end to bike theft?
Having a bicycle stolen can be devastating, and yet afterwards not much can be done. Could this be changing?
Recycle your cycle: a gravel biking story
Every year a new range of bikes are released. Instead of spending lots of money though, have you thought about giving your old bike a new lease on life?
POC Ventral Spin – a review
My favourite helmet - so much so that I bought it three times in two years.
BMB22 Epilogue
It was a journey of a lifetime. Some thoughts on how I changed over that amazing week, and how I managed with post-race blues.
BMB22 Day 6 – Greudnitz to Berlin
The last day and my triumphal arrival into Berlin. But it can't be that easy, can it?
BMB22 Day 5 – Eibenstock to Greudnitz
Day 5 of BMB, with a huge solo effort through the hills to Dresden and along the flats along the Elbe river.