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Halfbike is going well

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After a slightly hesitant start, I am pleased to report that my fun on the Halfbike is going well.  I have used it quite a few times locally and have been a tad more adventurous in going a little further. … Continue reading

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Halfbike first impressions

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One of the joys of blogging is having contact from people, often from all around the world. Having blogged about the Halfbike back in 2015, I was delighted when the manufacturers recently got in touch with me, asking if I … Continue reading

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My review of 2018

Here’s hoping it’s not too late to post my review 2018, there’s no denying it has been an extraordinary year with many unexpected events and blessings. Alas it has been a year almost devoid of cycling.  As I’m always looking … Continue reading

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Bean Bag coffee review

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I picked these up in Waitrose before our Scottish holiday as I was unsure what the coffee “facilities” might be.  They’re not at all bad, so here’s the review. Making a coffee with these coffee bags is pretty much the … Continue reading

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Sainsbury’s & Waitrose Decaf Coffee

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Still on the hunt for the perfect decaffeinated, time to compare a couple of supermarket coffees against each other.  These two aren’t bad but there are differences between them. Getting in touch with Customer Service…. With both Sainsbury’s and Waitrose, … Continue reading

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Aldi winter cycling 2016

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It’s that time of year: Aldi have released their range of Aldi winter cycling 2016 gear.  It is also a time when savvy cyclists stock up on clothing, maintenance supplies and the like.  Perhaps even the nearest-and-dearest will be getting … Continue reading

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Lands’ End performance clothing

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In our house we have been fans of Lands’ End clothing since the late twentieth century.  We generally buy polo shirts, formal shirts and jeans from Lands’ End as they are brilliant quality, fair prices and unbeatable customer service.  They … Continue reading

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Redber decaf coffee review

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  Ordering some Redber coffee from Amazon had me quite excited.  I can tell you my excitement went into orbit when the 500g package arrived! You see, this decaf lark is all very well but I have been missing out … Continue reading

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Charge Plug 4 review

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Here’s a quick desk top review of the Charge Plug 4.  I often find myself liking slightly quirky bicycles which are a little different to the mainstream. This one happens to be a very useable and good looking bike at … Continue reading

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Vertix Velo review

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From time to time I get to review something really new and I get pretty excited about these things!  So therefore I have been looking forward to publishing my Vertix Velo review for a little while now and I am … Continue reading

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Aldi winter cycling range 2015

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I have just received a selection of the Aldi winter cycling range, for reviewing ahead of the launch on Thursday 24th September.  As usual it will appear in the Aldi shops for a limited time and selling will almost certainly … Continue reading

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dhb Women’s Professional ASV Bib Shorts

Again I am thankful to Wiggle for giving me the opportunity to test out some of the current dhb clothing.  Overall it’s proving to be lovely kit, especially the upmarket ASV Pro range.  Here my friend Angela tests out the … Continue reading

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Review – dhb women’s Aeron pro jersey

For my latest review of the 2015 dhb range, I have asked my friend Angela to try out a couple of items from the women’s range.   In a few day’s time I’ll publish the view of the matching bib … Continue reading

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Review – dhb ASV Professional Bib Shorts

Ever wondered whether upmarket cycle clothing is a rip off or actually worth spending the extra on?  Ever wondered what’s the point of having those bib shorts, with the straps that go up and over your shoulders?  Well here’s an … Continue reading

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