Life In The Saddle

This year has been a constant and unrelenting state of 'flow' — jumping between work projects and personal adventures; meeting amazing new people and exploring spectacular places. I started 2019 with very few aims or objectives on the bike; but finished it with more memorable moments than I can count. This blog post is a look back at the last twelve months — 12 photos to commemorate another momentous year in the saddle. Year End Statistics Numbers are not everything, but they tell a story. Below are my figures for 2019, as well as the split of bike types ridden.  My personal record broken this year was for elevation gained – 452,269 metres. The equivalent of climbing to the top of Mount Everest from sea level 51 times. Dedication to my  #insearchofup motto. Distance 25,540 kilometres (15,870 miles) Time 1095 hours 40 minutes Elevation Gain 452,269 metres (1,483,822 feet) 2019 Bike Distances 18,441 km – Gravel/CX Bikes (3T Exploro / Kona P. J...

Another year comes to a close — months of memories and miles found. I began the year with very few objectives, ideas or motivations; but finished with a ride log that surpasses any of my expectations. Here is a look back at the last twelve months — 12 photos to commemorate another great year in the saddle. Year End Statistics Numbers are certainly not everything, but they can tell a story. Below are my figures for 2018, as well as a break-down of the bike types ridden.  My personal record broken this year was for elevation gained – 400,000 metres is the equivalent of climbing to the top of Mount Everest from sea level, more than 45 times — dedication to the #insearchofup motto. Distance 25,185 kilometres (15,649 miles) Time 1039 hours 55 minutes Elevation Gain 403,693 metres (1,324,452 feet) 2018 Bike Distances 9448 km – Gravel/CX Bikes (3T Exploro / Kona P. Jake) 9070 km – Road Bikes (Neil Pryde Bura SL & others) 3870 km – Touring Bikes (Kona ...

Last weekend, I was fortunate enough to get to ride in the fields and valleys around Copenhagen; with the friendly team from GripGrab . I thought I'd share a few of the stunning photos from the short spin; taken by the very talented GripGrab Media Crew... Early morning - Preparing to ride Spring was showing its true colours in Denmark Knuckling down Rolling Great roads, and great company I'm impressed with the Castelli Perfetto jersey, and the GripGrab Light Arm Warmers My ride was the Eastway Zener D2 - a superb capable bike Tree-lined roads, and sunshine Out onto the open plains A few sign sprints to loosen the legs before the GripGrab H12 MTB Race Spring colours Rolling roads Arriving back at base camp All smiles, after a great ride! The first proper springtime ride; always puts a smile on riders' faces GripGrab Easy Rider Mitts - one of my favourites Check the metric...

Sunshine, gales and lots of hill climbing featured on today's ride. A chance for a few photos, too. This is the latest kit from Primal Europe , which I have been testing for the last few weeks. It includes the HiVis Rain Cape, Onyx Wind Vest and Onyx Bib Knickers, as well as the Primal HiVis Fusion Jacket . The Primal HiVis Rain Cape has been invaluable with the frequent squalls A shadow! That means sunshine! I am impressed by the features and quality of this latest Primal Wear kit Fluorescent visibility Warm enough for three quarters, just. The Kask Infinity featured in my ' Top Winter Cycling Kit for 2016 ' post I have become a fan of the HiVis pink bar tape. I was dubious at first. Crosswinds! A great day in the saddle. #HappyTrails #NeverLoseYourGrip