Episode 061: The 1903 Tour De France… On A Brompton

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Gareth Dent has a long-term relationship with small-wheeled bicycles. Growing up in Stevenage in the late 1960s he made the most of the townโ€™s futuristic network of cycle routes on his 14โ€ Moulton Mini. 40 years later he rekindled his love for small wheels during an organised folding bike challenge from London to Paris, in the process meeting a group of like-minded enthusiasts. It was with these new friends that , several years later, he started to cycle the route of the 1903 Tour de France, in stages, over 4 years.ย The interview was recorded in Halifaxโ€™s covered market where we also bumped into Tony, the West Yorkshire townโ€™s own proponent of small-wheeled cycling. He had much to sayโ€ฆ

Le Grand Tour: The Film – Coming Soon…

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Although during the trip I posted short daily videos recounting the tale of my cycle around Europe this summer, the main reason for filming what I did was to make a film about the cycle from the Hook of Holland to the Hook of Holland. It’s quite a daunting task editing 2,500 videos into one film of about an hour but over the next few weeks that’s the plan. To whet your appetite, I have started by creating an into. You can watch it below.

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Make Your Next Cycling Trip The Best Ever

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Are you planning a cycling trip that you’re sure will be phenomenal? A cycling trip through Europe can be one of the most incredible experiences of your life. However, if you don’t plan properly, you may find that discomfort, anxiety, or missed opportunities get in the way of the trip of your dreams. Here are a few things to consider to set yourself up for an incredible cycling trip.

The Brompton Folding Bicycle: A Factory Visit, Again

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Yesterday I had the pleasure of recording a chat with Gareth Dent for the next episode of The Cycling Europe Podcast. It will be episode 061 and published on Friday 28th October. Gareth is a folding bicycle fan. Here’s the blurb: “Gareth Dent has a long-term relationship with small-wheeled bicycles. Growing up in Stevenage in the late 1960s he made the most of the townโ€™s futuristic network of cycle routes on his 14โ€ Moulton Mini. 40 years later he rekindled his love for small wheels during an organised folding bike challenge from London to Paris, in the process meeting a group of like-minded enthusiasts. It was with these new friends that , several years later, he started to cycle the route of the 1903 Tour de France, in stages, over 4 years.”

4 Of The Best And Most Picturesque Cycling Routes In Belfast

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Whilst Belfast may not be renowned for its cyclists, donโ€™tdoubt that the Northern-Irish capital has its fair share of quaint and charming cycle trails paired with incredible views. In recent years, the city has witnessed an increase in its popularity for cycling, thanks to improvements made tocycling routes. Now, travellers are eager to visit the area, with green spaces covering the city and the iconic Lagan River passing over scenic hotspots. Cyclists are spoilt here in Belfast, with a plethora of different trails scattered over the city. This is why we have decided to make a list of ourfavourite routes located here in Belfast.

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4 Tips To Keep Your Bike Safe While Traveling

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Whether youโ€™re cycling through a new city or planning a cycling trip to Spain, you want to make sure that your bike stays safe for the entire trip. There would be nothing worse than beginning a fun excursion, only to turn around and find that your only means of transportation is missing! Moreover, if youโ€™re a cycling enthusiast, losing a bike is a lot more than losing a way to get from point A to point B; it also means losing a major investment in your favorite hobby.

The Cycling Europe Podcast: Episode 060 – Cycling The Route of โ€˜The Wheels Of Chanceโ€™ By H.G. Wells

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Tristam Newey is a science-fiction writer from Southampton who loves all things sea, air, space.. and cycling. Inspired by H.G.Wellsโ€™ 1896 comic novelย The Wheels of Chance, in July 2022 Tristam set off to retrace the journey of the bookโ€™s main protagonist, Mr. Hoopdriver โ€“ a frustrated draperโ€™s assistant from Putney โ€“ from London to the south coast of England (and halfway back). As he travelled, he rediscovered the places that H.G. Wells wrote about and recreated the sketches that appeared in the original book. In the words of H.G. Wells himself, โ€œWhoop for freedom and adventure!โ€,

Episode 060: Cycling The Route of ‘The Wheels Of Chance’ By H.G. Wells

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Tristam Newey is a science-fiction writer from Southampton who loves all things sea, air, space.. and cycling. Inspired by H.G.Wells’ 1896 comic novel The Wheels of Chance, in July 2022 Tristam set off to retrace the journey of the book’s main protagonist, Mr. Hoopdriver – a frustrated draper’s assistant from Putney – from London to the south coast of England (and halfway back). As he travelled, he rediscovered the places that H.G. Wells wrote about and recreated the sketches that appeared in the original book. In the words of H.G. Wells himself, “Whoop for freedom and adventure!”,