Took part in the Velo Birmingham and Midlands, doing so again as an official Domestique helping other riders with mechanical and other problems out on the 100 mile course. The weather was awesome, at least once we had warmed up, and the spring flowers in full bloom, especially the bluebells. We do live in a […]
Month: May 2019
Not as fit as I was?
Next weekend will be the second running of Vélo Birmingham, though its been renamed Vélo Birmingham & Midlands as we now get sent to Coventry! Last time out in 2017 I rode as a Domestique and will be doing so again. That doesn’t mean I’m carrying lots of water filled bidons, rather along with others […]
Decisions Decisions
Andrew Sykes in his book Crossing Europe on a bike called Reggie (great read btw) talked of all the procrastinating before his first big tour. Reading his other books I feel he likes to continue with it too, especially when given the choice of more than one path to ride ahead. Perhaps all cyclists are […]