Bike talk
So unfit
Mountain biking needs more than just leg strength. Upper body conditioning is the key to enjoying ride after ride.
Ding Dong!!
The benefits of using a bicycle bell when you’re riding off road.
Bike shop on BBC2
If you ran a bike shop what could you do to get the most out of it. They’re the hubs of our sport after all.
Milestone
Christmas looms, so wish lists form. But first, Happy Birthday Dave!!
ATC5K helmet cam review – Chainbreaker
Some thoughts on getting the best from the Oregon Scientific ATC5K camera and some initial footage too.
Mindless ramblings whilst lunching at my desk
The problem with a black keyboard, such as the one I am pounding away on now, is you really can’t hide just how unhygienic it is to eat your sandwich whilst typing.
Snappy title required or perhaps “Can’t Speak French”
Just so there is no confusion this is just my thoughts on last night’s ride. I am suffering from (among other things) a touch of writers block, so calling on one of the more bizarre conversations from last night I have opted to give this post the name of a Girl’s Aloud song. If you’re wondering why, it’s Lee’s fault. […]
SRAM X0 catastrophic failure
A stray branch thoroughly breaks Matt’s SRAM X0 rear mech and leaves him with an expensive repait bill. Maybe X9 would be a better bet?
Storm damage
Strike two and more problems with the Specialized Storm Control tyre. More a problem with conditions than the tyre though?
Gloom and doom
What does the credit crunch mean for us mountain bikers over the next couple of years?
Exposure MaXx-D on order
Matt puts his money where his mouth is with the Exposure MaXx-D (for Daddy). The only problem is the waiting list.
Tyres for wet chalk and clay
Trying to decide new tyres between the Bontrager Mud X, Maxxis Minion and Continental Rubber Queen.