Monthly Archives: June 2010

Mont Ventoux – tres bien

The short version – I joined a great group of guys on their annual cycle event. We are all 50 something (except Ian but you’d never believe it). I’ve known Paul, Warren and Mark for at least 25 years.  Max … Continue reading

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Fathers Day weekend

One day off mid-summers day and the sun finally comes out in the afternoon.  It’s been freezing this weekend.  Just 4 short rides.  After golf on Saturday morning I rode over to Dad.  A quick visit before Father’s day is so much more … Continue reading

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June 13th 2010 – Old Bull, Young Bull

You may or may not have heard the story, but once upon a time a farmer left the gate open between the field with the cows in and the field with the bulls in.  The young bull spots this and … Continue reading

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June 12th 2010 – Hot Colin rocks – my new bike is on the rocks

I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, I hate Hot Colin, … Continue reading

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May 29th-31st 2010 – 100 Miles A Day For 3 Days

The plan went a little awry but I managed to cover 270 miles over the Bank Holiday weekend with 2 punctures, a burst tyre and a broken spoke, and that was just the Jews. Even the gentile got 2 punctures. I was as sore as sore can be on Tuesday but much better prepared for my Land’s End John O’Groats (LEJO’G) jaunt. Continue reading

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