The Pyeongchang winter Olympics has wind, snow and ice. Why then are the 2018 Yorkshire Reliability rides not part of the South Korean games? Each year and across eight consecutive Sundays, cyclists in Yorkshire gather to batter the legs and stamina in a series of events that really test the clothing and not the rider…. Read more »
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Spokesman’s Guide to the top 4 Winter cycling routes in the Yorkshire Dales
It’s safe to say that Autumn is officially underway and Winter is just around the corner. Colder days and longer nights can sometimes make cycling that less bit appealing. But don’t get off that bike just yet! Winter cycling usually means muddy, slippery, technical and incredibly challenging courses. But these can also be the most… Read more »
Train like a professional!
Sometimes it’s very difficult to be consistent when cycling; family life and busy work schedules are always going to pose as obstacles. So how do we find a way to mimic the professional cycling lifestyle, without it interfering with our personal lives? Watching your favourite cyclist fly down the ‘Tour De France route’ can often… Read more »
Interview with Journalist Trevor Ward – Part 2
Journalist Trevor Ward writes about cycling for a living and appears to have the dream job. From riding Ventoux for Cyclist magazine to reporting closer to home for The Guardian, he’s a man for all weathers. Spokesman caught up with him at home in Scotland. 5. Which trips stand out as being the most memorable?… Read more »
Interview with Journalist Trevor Ward – Part 1
Journalist Trevor Ward writes about cycling for a living and appears to have the dream job. From riding Ventoux for Cyclist magazine to reporting closer to home for The Guardian, he’s a man for all weathers. Spokesman caught up with him at home in Scotland. What came first, the cycling or the journalism? Cycling. The… Read more »
Long Haul Road Cycling – How To Conserve Your Energy
The most successful road cyclists are incredibly skilled when it comes to conserving their energy. Whether it’s riding mastering a riding position or wearing the correct clothing, they know that every calorie counts. When it comes to cycling, it’s all about burning slowly and efficiently using your energy throughout the ride so that you can… Read more »
The Spokesman Guide to The 2 Most Popular Disciplines
The Spokesman Guide to The 2 Most Popular Cycling Disciplines As you progress into the cycling world, it’ll become evident to you that there are many disciplines to this sport – and they’re all incredibly unique. Yes, of course, every discipline involved you jumping in the saddle and pushing your pedals in a circular motion,… Read more »
Here Are The Top 5 Pieces of Kit That Every Beginner Will Need
Are you joining the cycling world? Here are the top 5 pieces of kit that every beginner will need: The benefits of cycling are never-ending, from the cycle commute to work, to the adventure trail trekking weekends. The freedom it gives you and the release of happy endorphins are endless, but there is… Read more »