These days I don’t actually get in to the office all that often, so I really need to make a conscious effort in the act of remembering what to bring with me on the cycle commute. It used to be second nature and I would gather all my things with barely a thought given. Now…
Most of my regular followers probably have a good idea how awesome I think cycle commuting is. One of the great things I’ve found by doing this blog is meeting fellow commuters from across the globe who share my viewpoint. Not only are they an encouragement, they also provide amazing insight and social interaction. It’s…
Does anyone feel a bit down through January? It can be a hard month for people, cyclists and non-cyclists alike. The short hours of daylight, the low temperature and the miserable weather (wind/rain/snow) all add up. Holidays are over and the excitement of Christmas and New Year is but a memory. Not to mention the…
Bike Commute Savings: As well as giving me enjoyment and keeping me fit, the cycle commute also helps to save me money over the long term. For the previous year I have kept track of all my spending on the bikes and bike related purchases. If you have seen my How Much? page you will…
Commutes complete!… At least for this year… As ever, the year of 2019 has absolutely flown in. I think it’s a sign of growing old when each passing year seems to accelerate even quicker than the previous one. However, it’s still great to stop and take stock of what has been achieved. When I started…
New Discoveries (Garmin Incident Detection) I love discovering new things and this is equally true to my time on the bike. Whether that is new roads to ride, new gear to wear, new food to eat or anything else. Recently I discovered a new feature on my bike’s Garmin GPS device. My wife also discovered…