Articles written during February 2024
Ride report: Sunday 25 February – Harrier jump jets at Charlwood
A different kind of ride after a lack of MTBs in working order forced a rethink – and a trip to Charlwood to see Harrier jump jets.
Wiggle and Chain Reaction are done
This is a bitter blow. Wiggle and Chain Reaction appear to have run their course.
Ride report: Sunday 18 February – hardtail heaven
Well, where to start with today? Umm… my crankarm fell off…?!
The history of the A24 Mickleham Bypass in Surrey
Today it’s time for a history lesson. Let me take you back all the way to 1937 and a newly built Mickleham Bypass
Ride report: Sunday 11 February – the wrong sort of keto diet
A long ride with 11 riders covering 32 miles or so. With mud, but no large sticks were harmed today.
Focus VAM² SL 9.0 e-mountain bike is just 16.7kg
That’s right. An e-MTB weighing not far off a regular MTB – which has got to be a good thing.
Bird Aether 9 review
My Bird Aether 9 has over 2,500 miles on it – time for a long-term review.
Ride report: Sunday 4 February – The meetings, the missings and the mechanicals
The Moles reach the limit of their mechanical skills against a stubborn Maxle that refuses to shift
What to expect from a broken pelvis: Part 5 – long-term outcomes
With a positive attitude and hard work, it is possible to be active after a broken pelvis.
What to expect from a broken pelvis: Part 4 – rehabilitation
10 years ago Lloyd broke his pelvis. After getting out of hospital, Lloyd’s recovery begins.