One thing I really loved about the Yorkshire cycling scene was the number of ‘cycling cafes’. My introduction to cycling came through Otley CC. The club was based on the old traditional style British club run; cycling all day Sunday from 9am to 5pm, with 2-3 cafe stops. These days I don’t seem to have [...]

Interesting blog here, Family on a bike One families adventures on a Land’s End to John o Groats adventure Two adults, three young children, two tandems, two trailers and at least a thousand miles of continuous, unsupported riding. Oh and just seven weeks before the kids had to be back at school. Some said it [...]

Cycling in Mallorca Mallorca is the largest island of Spain. It is located in the Mediterranean Sea and part of the Balearic Islands (Catalan: Illes Balears, Spanish: Islas Baleares). Like the other Balearic Islands it is noted for its good climate and is a popular tourist destination, throughout the year. It is particularly popular with [...]

The Yorkshire dales provides a great environment for cycling holidays. The scenery is beautiful and there are several cafes which specifically welcome cyclists. There are some stiff climbs throughout the regions, so to get the most out of cycling in the Yorkshire Dales, it is advisable to have a good gear selection or be very [...]

Go on any British club run in winter, and it won’t take long before the conversation inevitably turns to complaints about the British weather, and British motorists. Even the best laid winter training plans can go astray when the winter weather gives us many excuses to stay indoors and avoid getting wet and cold. Taking [...]

The lake district is a great place to travel for a cycling holiday, especially if you are not daunted by the odd very steep hill. These are some of the highlights of cycling in the lake district. Kirkstone pass. There are 2 ways to cycle up the Kirkstone pass. the First way (easy) is a [...]