Colourbolt & The Four Best Things From The NEC Cycle Show
Forget about Trek and the BMX brands, the real treats to be found from the NEC Cycle Show were the smaller, innovative companies such as Colourbolt
Chess On Wheels: Why Cavendish Didn’t Win The Olympic Road Race
If you’re still struggling to understand why Team GB’s Mark Cavendish went from favourite to 29th place, then read this essential guide to the the ins and outs of cycling…
On Me Bike With Paul Heaton: Pedals, Pumps And Piss Ups
One rainy day jaunt with Beautiful South and Housemartins singer Paul Heaton resulted in sore legs, steep hills, and re-shooting an iconic Bob Dylan image. How he does a whole tour of it, I’ll never know…
Tour De France Day 14: Mickey Mouse and Mankinis
Gendarmes, French wi-fi, Mickey Mouse and mankinis… you’ve got to love the Tour de France haven’t you? Although the Beast and I had some slight problems…
Tour De France Day 4: Belgian Pile-Ups And Gun Toting Skinheads
The Beast and I encountered traffic jams, coppers everywhere and locals carrying arms. It’s only Day Four and its already getting a bit fear and loathing…
Tour De France Day 1: Borderline Psychopaths And Captain America
My plan to watch the Tour De France start to finish en route began in a grotty Calais hotel with the sound of drunken Englishmen wailing outside the window…surely the only way is up?
A Tribute To Cyclist Wouter Waylandt
A moving tribute to the young Belgian cyclist who died during the Giro d’Italia this month.
It’s Definitely Not About The Bike: Lance Armstrong, Tyler Hamilton And The Fresh Doping Claims
Despite his claims to be ‘the most tested athlete ever’ the net is closing on Lance Armstrong as an ex-teammate blows the whistle on the use of EPO. This fascinating article will make uncomfortable reading for the seven-time winner and his fans…