Another 100k – 65miles to Newbury and back

With 9 weeks to go, I’m starting to feel like I should be ramping up the training and now getting slightly nervous. On the same day as the London to Brighton Bike Ride managed to get in a loop to Newbury and Highclere. These mileages are ok but I really do need to get into […]

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Generic Cycle Training Guide

Here is a useful guide on training for a generic cycle riding. It includes information on nutrition and stretches that you should do. Action Medical: Generic Cycling Training Guide by darrentipton

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Long Distance Cycle Training Guide

Here is a useful guide on training for a long distance ride. It includes information on nutrition and stretches that you should do. Action Medical: Long Distance Bike Training Guide by darrentipton

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The Bike

The bike that will be used for the JoGLE is a Specialized Tricross 2012 with a number of modifications. This is the closest that Specialized do to a tourer. It’s a road bike but also has rack mountings and enough clearance for mud guards. After purchasing this bike I also found that @Specialized_Guy was using […]

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