A chip off the old block – a night ride to Brighton

Shortly after my PBP ride, my daughter Abi sent me a message that took me by surprise a bit...
"Mum, I think I'd like to ride LEL in 2021"
My response, "Blimey,  you don't do things by halves, do you?  Have you any idea how hard that is?" I was so proud, and then promptly set about sending her advice about all the things she would need to consider, and ways to build up her mileage and progress to the really long miles. This 'advice' was mostly unwelcome, but that's what mums do, and it's certainly what I do.

Car(e) free holidays – To Holland by bike – Navigating by Numbers (part2)

The first proper day of our Dutch adventure was a food tour in Amsterdam. We had booked this in advance and was to be a 4 hour walking tour to include food and drinks at various locations, along with a potted history of each type of typically Dutch food. As a surprise, our guide had... Continue Reading →

Car(e) free holidays – To Holland by bike (part 1)

My husband and I have been taking holidays by bike for years. There are pro’s and cons though. Luggage restrictions You can’t take much luggage, so it forces you to really think hard about what to pack. At some point on the trip you will have to transport it all. You don’t want to take... Continue Reading →

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