A group of green laners, rough stuffers and folk of a relaxed persuasion based in Manchester
Its no secret that both Paul and I have developed a real enthusiasm for the writings of Mr Charles Chadwick, I still find the early writings of the then seventeen year old Charlie hard to believe, the fact that it started almost a century ago only adding to the sense of amazement. Todays ride was …
A month or so ago I stumbled upon a genuine pot of gold! I didn't follow a rainbow, nor did I have to journey (Indiana Jones style) to any far flung exotic location. Charlie Chadwick is a name I was already vaguely familiar with. As a member of the 'Rough Stuff Fellowship' I was aware …
From one of our New Zealand correspondents. The theme for a weekend Ride & Catch-up with friends newly ensconced to the West coast of the South Island. Alarm set at 4 am Saturday morning, bikes and gear packed Friday night. A quick meal of oats/porridge a fruity blend number for breakfast. Another quick look at the forecast, still giving a …
A gift, a jewel, each visit delights anew Leading nowhere, yet everywhere Known and loved by chosen few. She is our nirvana, our sleeping queen, A royal flush in our hands As beautiful as mountains high or coastal golden sands. A strain of pure gold at Cheshire's core She's a super charged tonic, that's for …
I’m an academic (Leverhulme Early Career Research Fellow) working on antiquarian forgery. As with any academic, work may seem easy, particularly given I don’t have a teaching workload, though it never leaves you alone: there is always the next book and essay/article to write; volume of collected essays to edit; conference paper to propose and/or …
It’s on loose terms that I can claim to be a pro cyclist but being paid to ride your bicycle is none the less a privilege I have been lucky enough to relish once a week for several sunny months. I jumped at the chance to lead a ride from work and each and every time I …
