If you’re new to road cycling and looking to take part in your first organised ride you may have come across a number of terms such as sportives, audaxes and ultra bike-packing but what do they mean, what is the difference between them and which is best for novices?   Here I give the lowdown […]

A 2015 study undertaken by the European Cycling Federation saw the UK ranked as only the 18th most cycling-friendly country in Europe. And while there is still a gargantuan amount to do for the UK to be challenging the likes of Denmark or The Netherlands for their biking crown, it appears that steps are being […]

For many amateur cyclists L’Etape du Tour is the highlight of the season when it comes to their exploits on a bike. Over 2,000 riders head across the channel every year to get a small taste of what the pros experience in their quest for the famous yellow jersey.   However when it comes to […]

Heading away on a dedicated cycling holiday is often the highlight of the year for many cyclists. The opportunity to get out on your bike and explore a location that you may not have been before, tackling new climbs and checking out fresh routes is second to none.   But before you head away on […]

An emerging sport that combines mountain biking with lightweight camping, bikepacking has exploded in popularity over the years, with its irresistible mixture of long-distance cycling and countryside exploration attracting devotees from all corners of the globe.   If you’re thinking of taking the plunge and going on a bikepacking trip, you need to be prepared. […]

Bradley Wiggins did it in 2011, Tony Martin did it in 2015, while last year it was Geraint Thomas’ turn. The connection between the three cyclists? Their Tour de France campaign that year was cut short by a broken collarbone.   While road rash, saddle sores and other minor injuries and ailments will have blighted […]

While many will settle for watching Chris Froome and co battle it out for the Yellow Jersey from home, nothing quite beats watching Le Tour de France in person.   With the Grand Depart less than a month away on July 7th, time is running out to plan a last minute trip across the channel […]

Each year I like to try a new sporting challenge, usually for charity. In 2015 I was part of the ‘One Day Ahead’ team which cycled the entire route of the Tour de France one day ahead of the professionals for Cure Leukaemia and last year I rode the infamous Mont Ventoux three times in […]

With the arrival of the first Classics of the season, the cycling fraternity are well-catered for when it comes to spring excitement. And as the likes of Sagan, Froome and Kittel prepare for another long, hard campaign, it’s an opportunity for those who prefer a more leisurely pace to plan their rides for the year. […]

Very few things in life can compare to the immaculate crunch of bike tyres rolling through tightly-packed snow or the brisk winter air rushing past your cheeks during an early morning ride. On the other hand, being soggy and fighting hypothermia just to get in a little exercise doesn’t appeal to every cyclist out there. […]