An exciting New Forest cycling initiative has recently started with the aim of getting more people onto two wheels. The New Forest Bike Project is a community social enterprise started by Louis Bonney who has identified a need to help local people get out on bicycles safely and easily.There are many people who would like to experience the joys of cycling in the New Forest, … [Read more...]
Garmin ride with the pros
This Friday (4th September) is your chance to 'ride with the pros' from the Cannondale-Garmin cycling team. The ride is 47 miles around the New Forest and this year the event has a new charity emphasis and will be raising money for Action Medical Research. … [Read more...]
Paul Klamper Disc Caliper
These look fantastic. … [Read more...]
Boris bikes and the New Forest
The New Forest was on course to become the first rural location to run a bike hire scheme. However, in August the New Forest National Park Authority members voted not to go through with the scheme. The plan was to operate up to 250 self service style hire bikes located at 20 docking stations around the forest. Despite the high profile backing of Sir Chris Hoy, it was deemed … [Read more...]
The Tour de France explained
Updated for the 2015 edition 2015 marks the 102nd edition of the Tour de France. So we thought it might be helpful to update our guide to this great sporting event! Introduction The Tour de France is the oldest and most prestigious cycling stage race in the World. The first Tour de France took place in 1903 with the goal of promoting sales of the magazine L’Auto. The Tour de … [Read more...]