Category Archives: cycling

Autumn cycle ride in the Cotswolds

Posted on 2 November, 2011 by doug

I have been looking forward to today’s ride for several weeks; always nice to have something like this in my diary, an excellent anti-stress measure.  Meeting up in Burford with my good friend Wallie, in the middle of the Cotswold … Continue reading →

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How often, how far, how fast?

Posted on 22 October, 2011 by doug

How often should I cycle?  How far do I need to cycle to stay fit?  How fast should I cycle?  All good questions for anyone taking up cycling but today’s question is how often should I cycle [to stay fit]? … Continue reading →

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More cool images from London Skyride 2011

Posted on 1 October, 2011 by doug

Just clicking through my camera and I came across this year’s London Skyride and a couple of other images.  Once again please allow me to applaud the concept of turning the streets over to bicycles, albeit for just one day … Continue reading →

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Cycling and running in the mist

Posted on 29 August, 2011 by doug

Early morning mist in August Have you noticed we’ve been having some very beautiful early morning mists lately?  I think this has happened in many parts of England.  I just wanted to highlight these mornings as being ideal for getting … Continue reading →

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Cycling over Kirkstone Pass

Posted on 26 August, 2011 by doug

Looking north, towards Ullswater For some time I had been looking forward to a really nice long bike ride while we were in Cumbria last week and I was not disappointed. As luck would have it, with my family I … Continue reading →

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Early morning inspirational cycle ride

Posted on 21 August, 2011 by doug

Near Dufton, Cumbria Last week we were in Cumbria for a weeks holiday along with some friends, Paul & Steph and their kids.  Needless to say I took my bike and running shoes for some early morning inspiration.  We stayed … Continue reading →

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Tired legs + good conditions = new PB!

Posted on 5 August, 2011 by doug

Another great ride to work today and memorable by beating my personal best (PB) by 2 minutes!  I did the journey in 43 minutes and I thought that was a great start to the day. Rolling back a couple of … Continue reading →

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My cycling in the rain guide

Posted on 4 August, 2011 by doug

Yet again I had the opportunity of cycling to work today – in the rain!  That seemed a nice idea after yesterday’s oppressive heat; today things were cooler and fresh as I set off on my 13 mile ride. What started … Continue reading →

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Cycling in harmony with your body

Posted on 2 August, 2011 by doug

Once more I cycled to work, had cramp in my right foot yet AGAIN (see previous post) and missed a new PB by just a few seconds – soon I will arrive in under 46 minutes.  It felt good and I was … Continue reading →

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Sunday; a day of rest

Posted on 31 July, 2011 by doug

Sunday, today, a day of rest for me. My normal routine is NO work and to reflect on God, what we can learn today, reflect on blessings and take part in things at church.  A nice opportunity to catch up … Continue reading →

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Cycling in the summer

Posted on 11 July, 2011 by doug

Since I have been cycling over the last couple of years, I’ve come to appreciate the different seasons we have here in England even more.  I plan to do a blog post on each season but only when the season … Continue reading →

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Cycling at night

Posted on 25 June, 2011 by doug

Just as everyone was going to bed last night, my friend Wallie and I were unloading our bikes, ready for a ride through the night around the Salisbury Plain area.  Most people think I’m mad for doing this kind of … Continue reading →

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Cycling in the Cotswolds

Posted on 27 May, 2011 by doug

Yesterday my friend Wallie and I had another great ride in the Cotswold Hills.  For us it’s a brilliant place to meet up (equidistant from our homes). Any rumours about us being like a pair of grumpy old men is … Continue reading →

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Is cycling addictive?

Posted on 8 May, 2011 by doug

You might have seen my recent post considering whether running is addictive.  I concluded that it was and now I find myself wondering if cycling, also, is addictive.  Could I be addicted to both? This last week I have had the opportunity … Continue reading →

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