This road is part of a cycle network. It links upto a cycle path which cuts across some fields into city centre. Unfortunately, the road is narrow with all the parked cars. You can see how the council have tried widening the road by making cars park within certain lines on the road and pavement. […]

You can’t beat a poncho for keeping you dry, not so manoeuvrable though. Heavy Duty Rain Gear – waterproof trousers and jacket and also stand out in the dark weather. Interesting to note how cyclists in dark clothes can soon blend into the road when its dark and raining. This was last Tuesday, and with […]

We’ve had a period of good weather, but, still managed to have a race cancelled due to rain last Saturday. It can be dangerous with spray from cars making it more difficult to see cyclists. The previous week, I won a 25 mile TT organised by Middlesex RC on the old Aldermarston Course in a […]

I don’t think the Brompton was invented for racing, but, it doesn’t stop the Brompton World championships from taking place. Almost as soon as bikes were invented, people were racing Penny Farthing around country parks, much to the bemusement of many (and fury of motorists who had to stick to 7mph speed limits). There is […]