A group of green laners, rough stuffers and folk of a relaxed persuasion based in Manchester
Sitting at the new GUTM headquarters just off the trail, the surprising things you overhear from passing cyclists (with a nod to Dave Gorman) All random, separate, sentences overheard and joined together whilst sitting reading my book... This way Willow come on mate there's a river to cross and it leads you back to barnes lane …
It's hard to believe it's almost 2 years since Steve, Will and I headed over to Anglesey for our, now legendary, late Summer overnighter (see post - Holy Grail) A trip that will forever be remembered for many standout moments, chief amongst them being that it was the inspiration for the name of this humble club …
I’ve been here in New Zealand for almost a week now, done lots of touristy things, drank some beer and been out for four rides, all with no ill effect, to say I’m relieved is quite an understatement. First ride out was on Saturday morning, early Saturday morning, like 5am early, obviously jet lagged I decided to go out for half …
I’m flying to the other side of the world in a few days, going for a long ride along the length of New Zealand with friends from that country, I cannot wait to get started, its a place I’ve only known for a few years but I feel at home there. However my real home …
January, riding around Auckland with Antoine, an internet friend who turned out to be a real good fella, showing me around his home town, cooking dinner, providing beer, perfect start to my trip to New Zealand. February, first ride after getting ill, a gentle spin along the bottom of the north island, happy to be …
And definitely not his last! Tuesday 12th Sept, in pictures... Splendid 🙂 Pictures - Graham Ashton
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 …
From one of our New Zealand correspondents. Friday's end of work meeting was over a little later than usual. The 20 minute drive from the Waihopai Valley back into town gives me a chance to digest a little of the days happenings and unwind with the radio playing a piece of Faure and Bartok finshing …
After Sundays washout the sun decided to make an appearance on Monday so a quick change of plans and I was out and riding, coffee and stove stashed in the Carradice, camera charged, legs warming up. Figuring that the trans pennine trail would be wet and muddy after yesterday's rain I headed out along the …
A Solstice SO24 Ride Fail Report Steve’s suggestion of a solstice ride was a perfect opportunity to step up and contribute with some route planning and detailing. I had previous with the Roaches, having taken nine fellows out there to celebrate my 55th birthday a couple of years back. It had to be the perfect …
Grass up the middle CC 