Archive: 2016 - 2020
Between 2016 and 2020 I made a total of 541 rides. I don't write about every ride; however, I do write about the special ones. You'll find 57 of those rides listed here alphabetically.
June 08, 2020
Alley Cats
Follow me as "stay local" by exploring the less-traveled back lanes of our village... ► Read more
April 15, 2018
Barry's Island Blast
After two freezing months, the weather was supposed to be nice. I dashed for the coast... ► Read more
September 27, 2020
BIG! Caerphilly Ramble
Surprising discoveries cycling a route in the opposite direction... ► Read more
August 25, 2016
Blaengarw &
Nant-y-moel Tour
Part two of my weekend exploring the Rhondda Valleys... ► Read more
February 18, 2017
Brecon & Beyond
The morning looked dire, but in Wales - if anything; the weather is damn changable.... ► Read more
October 21, 2018
Caradoc's Bridge
& Valley Ride
A group ride over Bedlinog Commons and Parc Cwm Darren... ► Read more
July 05, 2018
Cardiff & Monmouth Epic
A Record Ride: Training for my longest ride of the year... ► Read more
July 14, 2018
Castle Nos & Aberdare
Following NCN Route 881 up the Rhondda Fach Valley to Maerdy.... ► Read more
March 13, 2020
Clydach Gorge Classic
From the historical to the breath-taking - this route has it all... ► Read more
May 13, 2017
Cordell Country Heritage Ride II
A great route, a great group of friends, add some great weather... ► Read more
March 23, 2017
Daffodils & Disasters
Including: Manmoel, Quoits Wood, and Sirhowy Country Park... ► Read more
May 30, 2019
Dislocated Finger Event
A lovely morning limping home after 15 minutes... ► Read more
August 5, 2018
Forest of Dean Epic
My photography fails to present this long ride adequately. It was awesome!.. ► Read more
May 31, 2016
Gospel Pass Epic
Few rides deserve to be called epic. Most agree that the Gospel Pass is one of those rides.... ► Read more
August 23, 2018
Gospel Pass Epic II
Climbing the highest paved road in Wales is a "must-do" challenge for many cyclists... ► Read more
March 26, 2020
Goytre & Bettws Newydd Loop
This lovely ride combines the Wye Valley and the M&B Canal... ► Read more
August 29, 2017
Grosmont & Garway Ramble
Plans changed when the weather changed, but it was adventurous... ► Read more
April 23, 2018
Grosmont & Skinfrith Epic
This one became one of my all-time biggest climbs.... ► Read more
May 20, 2020
Ground Zero
The lockdown required everyone to stay close to home. Fortunately, I've much to explore... ► Read more
October 28, 2017
Grywne Fawr Reservoir
It was daybreak when we met in Pontypool to begin our adventure... ► Read more
June 17, 2017
Hay-on-Wye & Hereford Epic
My longest single-day ride to date; 134.9 miles, 5am to midnight... ► Read more
September 3, 2018
Hirwaun & Brecon Loop
After a summer of sun, I went for an adventure in the rain... ► Read more
April 19,2017
Legendary Neath Explore
An epic day of exploring the Neath River from Port Talbot and back... ► Read more
April 06, 2019
Llangattack & Abergavenny
Wide vistas, high ridges, and intimate details on the M&B Canal... ► Read more
September 07, 2020
Llangattack Escarpment
Grey & gloomy, but soon the sky cleared and the day warmed... ► Read more
November 5, 2018
Llangattack & Fall Colours
A late start on a quiet seasonal wander around the Blorenge... ► Read more
August 16, 2018
Llangorse Lake Classic
A silver coin between the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains... ► Read more
August 10, 2017
Llangynidr & Sugarloaf Classic
One of my main cycling routes is also one of my favourites... ► Read more
May 05, 2016
Llangynidr & the Vale of Usk
A great ride through the Brecon Beacons and the Vale of Usk... ► Read more
October 10, 2017
The Lonely Shepherd
Part 3 of my "Bike & Ride" trilogy continues high above Llangattock.... ► Read more
March 16, 2017
Mad Explore & Discovery
My plan was to simply explore an alternate route to Brecon... ► Read more
August 20, 2016
Maerdy & Treherbert Tour
Part 1 explores the little Rhondda Fach Valley.... ► Read more
March 24, 2019
Magor & Seawall Explore
Exploring the Gwent Levels for my laziest ride of the year!... ► Read more
August 23, 2020
Magor & Wentwood Epic
Diverstiy from the Gwent Levels to Wentwood Forest... ► Read more
November 22, 2017
Monmouth & Chepstow Classic
My first century and has become my "go to" 'hundred-miler... ► Read more
October 25, 2018
Monmouth & Chepstow Fall Classic
Relaxing last 100 mile ride of the year... ► Read more
March 21, 2019
Morlais Castle Explore
I found some interesting details whilst visiting these ruins... ► Read more
February 17, 2018
Nantymoel & Bassaleg Super 8
Includes climbing the Bwlch. However; getting to the start... ► Read more
September 13, 2018
NCN Route 47 & Resolven Epic
A setback became a test of endurance and an adventure of a lifetime... ► Read more
June 05, 2016
Neath Valley & Rhigos Mountain
With only a map and a rough idea, this ride became a classic... ► Read more
August 05, 2020
Newport & Cardiff Loop
My ride down to Newport, then around our nations capital... ► Read more
May 28, 2018
Ogmore-by-the-Sea Odyssey
I had my first glimpse of this place under a full-moon... ► Read more
May 29, 2017
Parkinson's UK
& NGS Cycle Tour
We set off on a cycle tour of six unique gardens across Glamorgan... ► Read more
August 15, 2017
Pontypool Folly
& Roman Road
We went to this famous landmark and looked for the roman road... ► Read more
August 22, 2017
The Punchbowl
Ivor's suggestion for our latest "Bike & Hike" adventure did not disappoint... ► Read more
July 19, 2020
Remembering
55 for 55
My 55 day/3k mile cycling event for Parkinson's UK...
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March 30, 2020
Rhymney & Fochriw Loop
Above Rhymney and Darran valleys lie two hidden gems... ► Read more
July 2, 2018
Rhymney Meadows & Michaelston
This lovely route showcases what the brochures miss... ► Read more
June 21, 2017
Ride to the Sun
Dean lead while Gwen, Vimal, and I followed; this summer solstice was beautiful... ► Read more
September 12, 2020
Senghenydd & Bassaleg Loop
I reflect back on little climb up a local mountain and into Afan Valley... ► Read more
July 1, 2018
Taff Trail: Part 1
This was my start, but eventually, I will cover all of the Taff Trail from Brecon to Cardiff Bay... ► Read more
May 10, 2020
Three Little Climbs
Finding new adventures in small packages as I roam around Sirhowy Valley... ► Read more
September 15, 2020
Three Valleys Bimble
An interesting adventure weaving up and down the local valleys... ► Read more
November 01, 2017
To the Top of Manmoel
I made another Bike & Hike" ride on a lovely sunny day... ► Read more
June 28, 2018
Twin Peaks: The Bwlch & Rhigos
Check out my day of riding across the Welsh Alps... ► Read more
October 23, 2018
Wentwood Rewind
Fabulous weather, a new route, capped off with lunch and a pint by the river.... ► Read more
March 25, 2017
The Winding House
Seeing the wheel in operation was impressive and we shared a lovely ride... ► Read more
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