Most of you will have the same thoughts on e-bikes that I did. They are heavy, unattractive and not for the true cyclist, who rides to feel fit and free. But sure, they can…
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I have always loved mountains more than beaches. If the two can be combined: great! But if I have to choose, I prefer the mountains. Before I discovered cycling, we spend most of our…
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My last post (on hibernating or not) was posted long enough ago you’d think I decided to tuck myself away for the winter. But in fact, that couldn’t be further from the truth. This…
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Outside is currently cold, wet and dirty. Already there are icy patches on the road and the salt applied to keep you from slipping is a bike killer. To be honest, this is enough…
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We were getting ready to hop on our bikes, when my cycling buddy grabbed a roll of wine gums from his pocket and started pressing the gummies to his frame, one by one, making…
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I started cycling without tracking my ride. I just wanted to be outside on my bike and cycle to places I’d never been before. Then I found out about the Strava phone app and…
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In my last post I wrote about how to prepare for a big ride. My brief research into the subject led to 6 tips to get your mental situation in the right state for…
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Etxeondo invited Soigneur Cycling Journal to join their Grand Fondo event in Basque Country this Saturday. I have never been there and was curious to find out about the region that has brought forth so many cycling…
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Inspired by this week’s weather I gathered a few great tips for when you go riding in the rain. Because sometimes you have no choice but to go riding in less favourable weather. And…
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You might think that writing a post about drink bottles (or bidons) is a waste of time. I think you’re wrong. And it’s only a short one anyway. Consider this: You shell out hundreds…