I used a SRAM RED eTAP road groupset with rim-brakes for about eight months and about 4600km. Here are my thoughts. Setup Setting up a…
Do cyclists have a “death wish”?
This is the first time I’ve heard it put in such emotive terms, but I know others who are nervous of cycling, especially on the…
1×11 Gearing stuck in largest cog
I’ve had an issue recently when riding my otherwise good 1×11 Shimano 105 setup. I was tending to get stuck in the lowest gear, the…
Road Bike Gearing – 1×11
When my rear dérailleur failed during PBP reducing me to two gears, I admit that my first reaction was to direct some harsh words at…
Paris Brest Paris 2019 Photos
For those with the stamina, see also my lengthy report of Paris Brest Paris 2019.
Paris Brest Paris 2019
It wasn’t the first time I’d gone to Paris with the intention of riding the world’s oldest and most famous randonee. I set off in…
Paris-Brest-Paris pace plan
In order to be more organised and hopefully more successful in my upcoming PBP attempt, I’ve created a planning spreadsheet giving me a better idea…
Paris-Brest-Paris training plan
For my planned PBP ride next year, one thing that I need to get right is making sure I’m fit enough. None of what follows…
Paris-Brest-Paris planning
I’m hoping to enter PBP shortly and, having failed to complete it in 2015, I’m keen to do everything to ensure I get to Brest…
Infinity L2 Bike Seat trial
I’ve tried a number of different saddles some with cut outs, some without. I’m now pretty happy with my usual seat, a Charge Spoon. Happy…