CREE lights reviewed – XML T6 and SolarStorm XML U2
We’ve just taken delivery of two sets of Cree LED lights to get us out training over the winter. The first thing to note is...
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First impressions – Cree XML trail lights
These lights should make winter training a breeze… with good depth and, for the Skyray, amazing spread. The picture here gives an indication of the...
BBB Bar-ends – Review
I’m a fidget-ter… I’m sure that’s the right word… I like to fidget on my bike, move around to get myself comfortable, and the Giant...
Finish Line Wet lube – Review
I’m not sure quite how it happened, by the workshop here at Mombee is overrun with these little green bottles. It’s not a bad thing...
Bath Two Tunnels – Family ride
The Two Tunnels circuit is a fantastic for any families – you can easily adapt the length, it’s pretty much off-road all the way and...
Digital SLRs thoughts
I have recently upgraded from a Canon 350D (that we still use) to a Canon 50D. The 350D was a great entry level digital SLR...
Clothing thoughts
I have a mixture of on and off-road kit – it all gets well-used and I know what works well, and what doesn’t. I’ve found...
Giro Xar – 2013
This Giro helmet is a truly wonderful piece of kit. It’s not cheap, but it fits perfectly and has proved it’s worth in a very...
Apps for cyclists – Thoughts
I use two apps for the bulk of my training: o – Polar Smart meter – which connects a heart monitor, via bluetooth, to my...
Head cams and Camcorders thoughts
Despite continued pressure from the kids, I use a Contour Roam HD, rather than a GoPro… although I suspect that we’ll need to head into...