Womens bicycle

Womens bicycle

Choosing the right bicycle can make or break enjoying cycling. I have detailed some suggestions in this article but of course everyone is different, has different motivations and differing levels of experience. Regardless of whether you are experienced or not, the most important thing to take into account is the...Read more
FeiyuTech WG2X wearable Gimbal review

FeiyuTech WG2X wearable Gimbal review

Conveying the sense of speed on a bike is best done with video. As you may have seen in previous articles, I have done this using an iPhone held in my hand. It’s a bit risky cycling single handed, especially down an alpine pass. Whilst the footage is okay, I...Read more
What is a gravel bike good for?

What is a gravel bike good for?

Gravel bikes are trending. When I first heard people talking about gravel bikes I imagined some kind of track with deep gravel that you grinded your way through, a bit like riding on the beach. I have since learnt that gravel riding can cover a lot of different surfaces. There...Read more
Best removable mudguards for road bike

Best removable mudguards for road bike

Wet and rainy weather should not put you off riding your bike. Many road bikes, especially racing bikes and gravel bikes, do not come with mudguards. It spoils the looks, adds to the weight of the bike, and is less aerodynamic. But I can assure that dry legs and even...Read more
Best gravel bike tyres review

Best gravel bike tyres review

I used to think that tyres are mostly all the same quality. How wrong could I be! After three months of usage, I compare the state of two different types of gravel bike tyres, one cheap, one expensive at double the price. I am shocked to see the difference. A...Read more

Strava vs Komoot – which app do I need?

In simple terms, Strava is an app that records your sporting activity and displays analysis of your performance. The analysis breaks down your activity into segments which can be a section of road or a famous climb. Segments allow Strava to compare your performance against yourself and against the community....Read more
A really good handlebar bike bag

A really good handlebar bike bag

I know. To look really awesome on your racing bike you are supposed to stuff a few minimal things in your jersey back pockets. It maintains the sleek look. But what if you are climbing up a mountain and actually need a change of clothes at the top? What if...Read more
What is the best bike carrier for a car?

What is the best bike carrier for a car?

I once bought a bike carrier that was on offer in the supermarket and it cost next to nothing. It took me about two hours to put together and required me to use a large torque wrench to tighten it on the tow bar. Then it needed a strap to...Read more
What bib tights for Spring or Fall cycling?

What bib tights for Spring or Fall cycling?

It’s that time of year again. The fall is coming. I know this because the grapes on our vine are starting to turn a dark purple. It’s mid September. The leaves are still green but you can see they are starting to turn. The sunlight is soft. This is the...Read more