Cycling in Paris 2009

By on July 2, 2009 in cycling

Here a man is pedalling a free bike hire bike by Velib (well, free for first 30 mins). They were quite common in Paris and seem to indicate a fairly successful bike hire scheme. Cycling through Bastille, there is a very good ice cream shop near here. A woman weaving her way through stationary traffic. […]

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Cycling Forums

By on June 30, 2009 in cycling

I don’t know how the older generation of cyclists managed without being able to visit cycling forums to gain all the latest news, endless discussion, criticism et.c. They probably spent more time training… There was a time when I spent quite a bit of time reading and posting on a few cycling forums. But, when […]

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Cycling Across Water – Yvon le Caer

By on June 29, 2009 in cycling

An interesting site by Yvon Le Caer. In his earlier days Yvon Le Caer raced on the continent as a pro. Later he retired to America and took up the challenge of cycling on water. One challenge he successfully completed was to cycle across the English Channel from Cherbourg To Poole (75 miles as crow […]

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Bike Racks and Bike Parking Photos

Bike Racks and Bike Parking Photos

By on June 27, 2009 in bikes

A model bike rack at Leeds Central train station. Bikes are highly visible and close to the train terminal. This helps protect against theft. The bikes are covered from the rain and although it is well used, there is space for more bikes. The U frames also enable you to lock the bike frame. The […]

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Recovering From A Long Ride

Recovering From A Long Ride

By on June 26, 2009 in training

A slow recovery ride After a 50 mile TT on Saturday my legs have felt heavy this week. Usually after a long ride I like to go out the next day to spin the legs. Light exercise is one of the best ways to aid recovery and avoid getting too stiff. Because I was staying […]

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Car Free City – Vauban

Car Free City – Vauban

By on June 26, 2009 in commuting

photo by RIghtee No, it’s not some belated April Fools joke. A town in Germany has actually made the leap to being a car free town, where cyclists and pedestrians have the right of way. Vehicles are only allowed in to make deliveries at certain times of the day. image by Carnotzet In Vauban, a […]

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Good Value Energy Gels and Bars

Good Value Energy Gels and Bars

By on June 25, 2009 in cycling

A freebie at the National 50. Kind of makes it all worth while really…. At the National 50, each rider got a free box of ZipVit energy bars, vitamins and water bottle. If you want a box for just £3.95 P&P. You can order it here It includes Energy drink * 2 Energy Gel with […]

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Town Centre Racing – Tour Series 2009

Town Centre Racing – Tour Series 2009

By on June 24, 2009 in cycling

My sister, Lynne, is not a cyclist, but she is a great photographer (as well as being a best selling author of The sociology of work – well best selling in the niche market of the sociology of work…) I’ve been told it’s a good read Anyway, my sister went to see a city centre […]

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Classic Cycling Photos part 2

By on June 23, 2009 in timetrials

Last year I published some classic time trial photos, by Bernard Thompson which were very popular. So this year I’ve found another 30 to publish. The legendary Beryl Burton O.B.E at the start of a 24 hour time trial. Ray Booty was the first man inside 4 hours for the 100 mile time trial. He […]

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National 50 Mile TT Championship 2009

By on June 22, 2009 in tejvan, timetrials

Last Saturday was the national 50 mile Time Trial Championship organised by Warrington Road Club. It is my first 50 mile time trial for 3 years. Roadworks forced a last minute course change, so we were racing on single carriageway circuit. I noticed quite a few of those signs saying ’5 killed in the last […]

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Charity Cycle Ride – London to Paris

Charity Cycle Ride – London to Paris

By on June 20, 2009 in cycling

Near Britwell Hell, Stadhampton. I love these photos. Simon and his wife are raising money for Action Medical Research, a  charity that funds pioneering medical research. You can find out more about their ride and how to sponsor them by visiting their site I Need a lift.co.uk. They will be riding from London to Paris […]

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