COVER STORY
Magor Marsh
& Summerleaze
Exploring the Gwent Levels: Part 2
Tucked along the shore of the Severn Estuary lay a string of unique nature reserves. Interconnected by flat, quiet lanes, this area is perfect for a casual day of cycling. Join me as I visit Magor Marsh on a Spring adventure along the Gwent Levels... ► Read more
FEATURES
NEW!
May 27, 2024
It had been a few years since my last visit to Maerdy, so it seemd like a good time to check out the progress of the regeneration projects along NCN Route 881... ► Read more
UPDATED!
June 28, 2018
I wanted to do something big and I got it! Check out my day of riding across the so-called Welsh Alps... ► Read more
UPDATED!
June 17, 2017
On my longest single-day ride to date was awesome; I left at 5am and finally returned home at midnight... ► Read more
DEPARTMENTS
Routes to Ride
Checkout the latest route added to my ongoing project to document every cycle route of the National Cycle Network in South East Wales... ► View: NCN Route 469
📔 Editor's Letter - May 2026
Take a few moments to read a brief overview of what I've been up to and what's been going on behind the scenes. This is also my place to say thank you for taking time to visit my little blog... ► Read more
GALLERY
I've been photographing this castle from afar for over 15 years. Finally in 2024, I made a proper visit to explore this spectacular beauty up close... ► View: Raglan Castle
Sexy Bike Alert!
Yes, you can buy this bike frame in 2026 and the price is shocking. I'm taking a break from my "Dream Bike Buid" to showcase this neo-vintage beauty... ► View: The Light Blue
ON THE WEB
Josh & Sarah Ride - Episode three takes our intrepid travelers through the mountains of Bosnia on their way to Montenegro. There's more gorgeous cinematography and engaging story-telling, of course. This couple never disappoints and I'm always excited to see their latest video. ► Watch video
Park Tool - For 2026, I decided to learn how to build my own wheels. There are plenty of videos to watch, but I started with this one and I think it's a great beginning. It's not terribly long, but it provides a good overview from which you can explore the details more in-depth. ► Watch video
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February 2026
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