I’ve written quite a few articles on how to encourage cycling. Generally, these are suggestions for other people to do something. I ride my bicycle and sometimes pontificate in a cafe. But, I’m not the one to change the world, not even the small world of UK transport policy. But, if other people want to […]
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Amsterdam White Bicycle Scheme
In the 1960s, Amsterdam had much lower cycle rates. To try and reduce pollution and congestion in the city centre, one anarchist group launched a scheme to promote mass bicycle use. It involved giving out free white bicycles and leaving them unlocked in strategic locations around Amsterdam. Unfortunately, the scheme was not a success, some […]
Challenge A Friend to Commute by Bike
Very interesting video (at bottom of post) where a long term driver is challenged to swap his car for a bike and try a week of commuting by bicycle. It is a very good advert for the advantages of cycling to work. He comes across as a typical motorist who is honest about his experience […]
Beating the Traffic in Indonesia
If you think it’s difficult cycling through British cities, look at this video from Indonesia. Six lanes of traffic bumper to bumper – but it hasn’t stopped some locals taking to their bikes in a bid to beat the traffic. The traffic problem is so acute in Indonesia that a group of commuters started a […]
Cycling Weekly Interview
A few weeks ago, I was interviewed by Cycling Weekly. This is a copy of the interview. If you click on image you will get a bigger version. It was interesting being interviewed. It’s not all exactly my words, but the spirit of interview was good. Reproduced permission: Cycling Weekly I am a vegetarian or […]
An Easy Ride Becomes A Hard Ride
What happens when two groups of male cyclists out for an ‘easy’ winter training ride meet on the road? Somehow, the pace starts to get lifted and before you know it your level 1 base training is becoming a nice little paceline with intervals thrown in. I was happily plodding along the country lanes, when […]
Pushing the Limits
Some of my good friends run a specialist running shop in London ‘Run and Become‘. (A very good place to get a pair of running shoes if you like a bit of running). They run a few ‘inspirational’ evenings to give informal workshops on running, fitness and related topics. They have invited me to go […]
Recent Cycling Photos
~ Some recent cycling photos Taking it easy on the way to work. ~ Orange Fixed ~ Waiting for lights to change in the sun ~ Coat without arms a la Sherlock Holmes Poppy appeal ~ It’s social waiting at lights. ~ Three in a row Nice hat. nice boots. Related Commuting photos Oxford
Review of Racing Season
Despite a late start due to knee injury, 2011 was been a very good season with 20 wins out of 31 races. New PB’s personal bests: 10 miles 20.09 to 20.07 – only minor improvement. I didn’t ride any really fast 10s when my form (and position) were great. 25 miles 52.47 to 49.33 – […]
The End of A Transport Paradise
Commuting to work is always a little stressful. Coming down Iffley road, you have buses and vans squeezing past with, at times, a few inches to spare. Then you have Magdalen roundabout to negotiate. Five different exits, vehicles flying around – you need your wits about you. Then there’s High Street and a combination of […]
Cycle Training for Long Distances
Tips for Training for Longer Distances Build up at a steady rate. If you are used to doing 100 miles a week, you could try increase your weekly total by 10-20% a week. Don’t feel obliged to do same mileage every week. It is good to have an easier week once a month. Make sure […]
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results from today
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Cycling uphill
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Cat & Fiddle hill climb 2013
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3 days rest works quite well
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Cycling in Oxford Photos
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Classic Time Trial Photos
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Best Puncture Proof Tyres
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Hill Climbs
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Cycling Rates by Country
- Why Would You Want an Electric Bike?: […] according to Cycling Info bike usage in ...
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Lars: I don't see how forcing cars to spend more time i...
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Carlo: There is a messenger bag that's also a pannier ba...
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Graham Wilkinson: Thanks for the article. I have cycled for many...
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Laura: Agreed: slow down! Having fallen off my bike sever...
