Author: yeewon

I’m quite used to cycling being dominated by men. I’m the only woman in the group I cycle with on Sundays and…

CTC Winged WheelThis is a particularly fine example of the CTC ‘Winged Wheels’ that can still be found on buildings around the…

I’ve been reading about how Shimano’s 10-speed MTB rear derailleurs are not compatible with their 10-speed (STI) road shifters. This affects those…

A year ago I got on Brown Bike, fell off the other side, and broke my hip. Since then BB has been…

Another helmet theme … The magpie is a most illustrious birdDwells in the diamond treeOne brought sorrow, one brought joy,Sorrow and joy…

On the last day of August I fell off my bike. Again. A graphic I never ended up using in the promotional…

We are cyclists who ride bicycles for pleasure and utility. We blog on a variety of cycling topics from day rides and…

An unexpected family issue needed my urgent attention in Stevenage. I could have gone by taxi, train, car or any number of…

Stephen Roche from Dublin was outrageously talented as a cyclist. As a young 18yr old in the Irish Milk Race, he was…

Just got back from the first Sky Ride Hull (not to be confused with one of those Big Skies Bike Rides) so a…

Roundabouts, cycle lanes and shared space Highway design is increasingly sensitive to all users – not just motorists. Many planners are cutting…

Further to bicycle gear ratio analysis… Aide memoire diagrams for which derailleur limit screw does what on which mech on which of our bikes….