Recently, I received three new Torq recovery products. I’ve been using them for past couple of weeks. Torq Recovery Torq Recovery Plus. A hot cocoa drink – which is designed for more intense training sessions – designed to be taken twice a day. TORQ Energy Natural Organic – higher in carbohydrates. Based on a flavourless […]
Tune Saddles
In search for the lightest hill climb bike, I’ve been spending silly money on silly saddles. I’ve ended up with an 85 gram (actual saddle) which is surprisingly comfortable, given it is the width of a wafer thin mint (just one more wafer thin mint, Sir? (1) I started off buying a Tune Concorde saddle. […]
Winter Cycling Clothes
Recently a reader asked for any tips on good value winter cycle clothing. Over the years I’ve tested and used a huge variety of winter clothes. These are some of the best options for staying relatively dry and warm in winter, without breaking the bank. I’ve never been inspired to spend a lot on winter […]
Genesis Equilibrium Review
Review of Genesis Equilibrium 20. Reynolds 725 steel frame with carbon fork and Shimano 105. Looks stunning – does it ride as well as it looks?
You’ve gone too far this time, Sir!
You’ve gone too far this time, Sir! – A cycle ride to the heart of India by Danny Bent As well as a love of cycling, I’ve always had a love of India. But, those two never seem to be natural partners. I have many goals, achievements and targets in the world of cycling, but […]
9 Bar Energy Bar Review
9 Bar is a mixed seed energy bar free from wheat, dairy and gluten. I was glad to get some samples through the post. I munch through hundreds of energy bars every year and spend a fortune in the process. I received six bars of different varieties (original, flax, pumpkin, organic, peanut and nutty) I […]
Trek 7.1 FX Hybrid Bike Review
Trek 7.1 FX is one of Trek’s best selling models. For £350- £375, you get a lot of features for your money which will appeal to a broad spectrum of commuting cyclists. It’s not surprising why it is so popular. For most commuters and newbie cyclists sticking to roads, this bike does pretty much everything […]
Knog Party Frank Lock Review
Knog are newcomers to the lock market. The’ve tried to be innovative in coming up with bright bendy locks. It certainly looks different to your average lock. The Knog Party Frank lock is a lightweight (250grams), low security lock – Knog rate it 3/10 for security. The Cable Diameter 12mm, The Steel Cable Diameter inside […]
Dahon Vitesse Review
My search for a suitable foldup bicycle took me to try a Dahon Vitesse at a local shop Warland cycles on Botley Road. The first advantage of a Dahon Vitesse is that it is relatively cheap – only £400-430. This makes it half the price of the cheapest Brompton foldup. For a relative occassional […]
Best Cycling Waterproof Jackets
Over the years, I have tried innumerable combinations of waterproofing in the hope of finding that perfect rain jacket. I have found that the perfect jacket doesn’t really exist. The best jacket really depends on the purpose of what kind of cycling you have done. I’m always tempted by cheap, light, easy to pack, ‘waterproof […]
Electra Amsterdam Review
The Electra Amsterdam – A distinctive Dutch style cruiser bike – designed for comfort rather than speed. Electra is an American company, and they have tried hard to make a very competitive kind of ‘Dutch Style’ cruiser bike. The result is a classic steel frame bike in the distinctive relaxed riding style, but combined with […]
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