Tag: Biking

To Andy…….

~ The Cyclopath ~ 1 Comment

and anyone who lives with Parkinson's and is interested in cycling. I am grateful for the many messages received from people with Parkinson's who continue to cycle and a few from those who have been inspired by our Cycle Across America adventure to get back on their bikes following a diagnosis of Parkinson's. Norway Cycling … Continue reading To Andy…….

Cycling America – Day 14

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Dayton to Lewiston 70 miles / 2795 ft climb Another early start, a long, potentially tough day ahead. Starting well, this morning saw me cover my fastest 20km ever! We followed the I12 for most of the day. Busy at times but with a fair tail wind, today’s climbs didn’t seem too bad. Without doubt … Continue reading Cycling America – Day 14

Cycle Across America – Day 9/10

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Biggs Junction to Umatilla 86.4 Miles / 2,340 Ft climb An early(ish) start on a blazing hot day. On the road by 7.30am for a very ambitious 90 miles. This was not by choice but because we could not find any accommodation to break the long distances. Maryhill’s answer to Stonehenge Some challenging road surfaces … Continue reading Cycle Across America – Day 9/10

Cycle Across America – Day 5

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Portland to Cascade Locks 31 miles / feet climb Knowing that we only had 30 miles to do today, we made another slow start. This is becoming a habit but this first week was planned to familiarise ourselves with cycling on the right side of the road, the road markings, junctions and highways. It was … Continue reading Cycle Across America – Day 5

Weight Management

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I have, over the years made many, quite often expensive decisions related to cycling on the basis that the lighter the load, the easier it is for me. The lighter the bike, the quicker I will cover the required distance and the less exhausted I will be at the end of each ride. A simple … Continue reading Weight Management

Not Today!

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It is almost a year since I wrote (Clipless Pedalling) about having to stop clipping into my pedals when cycling. I remember feeling a sense of taking a backward step when it happened. Something I didn't want to do but at the time, I felt that I had little choice. My right foot would hover … Continue reading Not Today!