Author Archives: doug

Cycling or running?

Posted on 27 September, 2014 by doug

“Is cycling 150 miles harder than running a marathon?” This was the question posed to me by a couple of people recently.  It intrigued me how this same question, using almost words was put to me within the space of … Continue reading →

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Aldi Pro Cycling trousers review 2014

Posted on 21 September, 2014 by doug

Following on from my recent and advance review of Aldi’s pro winter cycling clothing range, here’s a little review of the Aldi Pro cycling trousers being released on 25th September.  It might be worth you taking a look at the … Continue reading →

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Emily’s tea shop, Whitwell Hertfordshire

Posted on 21 September, 2014 by doug

A while ago I came across another cafe which has some popularity with some cyclists.  After all, for decades a nice tea shop with scrummy cakes has been tempting me while out cycling.  On this point I remember some nice … Continue reading →

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Cycle things to do in London?

Posted on 16 September, 2014 by doug

I mentioned in the previous blog post I am looking out for something cycle related things to do in London soon.  Early in October I will be at a meeting in central London with time either side to amuse myself … Continue reading →

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Are these cycling withdrawal systems?

Posted on 15 September, 2014 by doug

We’ve had a busy weekend and I’ve not cycled at all, so this is now seven full days without cycling and this is bad news for me.  Can’t see me cycling to work this week either as I’m needing my … Continue reading →

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Cycling with Dee!

Posted on 14 September, 2014 by doug

There are some Great Rides rides that are destined to stick in my mind for a long time.  For this year I have three so far.  Two of these I have blogged about already: my 137 mile ride from Bedfordshire … Continue reading →

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Aldi winter cycling clothing 2014 review

Posted on 13 September, 2014 by doug

I have been fortunate in being able to take an advance look at Aldi’s 2014 winter cycling clothing range for review which is in the shops from 25th September.  For cyclists already “in the know” Aldi’s cycle clothing is regarded … Continue reading →

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At least cycling into work was great….

Posted on 9 September, 2014 by doug

Yesterday did not go to plan.  At least cycling into work yesterday was great, simply great.  Cycling home was nice too.  Here’s why…. It was one of those lovely cool, sunny, slightly misty mornings.  Cool enough for an extra layer … Continue reading →

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Cycling, food and me 4

Posted on 2 September, 2014 by doug

Cycling, food and me 4 is all about having a good variety and maybe taking a few chances to try something new. While I often like the idea of new foods, or newish combinations coming from our kitchen, this does … Continue reading →

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Cycling, food and me 3

Posted on 31 August, 2014 by doug

More tips for me from the nutritionist in helping me fine tune a healthy diet.  I think this is worth listing as it does focus a little more on what I actually need, as a kind of easily digestible aide … Continue reading →

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Cycling, food and me 2

Posted on 30 August, 2014 by doug

Next up in this mini series of Cycling, food and me is all about keeping my ticker in good shape.  This is quite a handy thing to do as statistically I have a 5% chance of having a heart attack … Continue reading →

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Cycling, food and me 1

Posted on 25 August, 2014 by doug

This is a mini-series coming up now – cycling, food and me.  You might have seen I recently went to a nutritionist where said I want to live for another 50 years – this would be taking me to well … Continue reading →

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Church picnic 2014

Posted on 24 August, 2014 by doug

Our church recently had another Church Picnic and amazingly it didn’t rain!  This is turning out to be a light-hearted joke going around as during the morning service the rain was beating against the windows and we were all feeling … Continue reading →

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Fat Lad at the Back – desktop review

Posted on 20 August, 2014 by doug

Did you see the recent appearance of Fat Lad at the Back on BBC2’s Dragon’s Den?  I spotted it and watched with eagerness and couldn’t resist having a look at this brand. While some cyclists are fortunate enough to be … Continue reading →

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