April 2015, the sun shines and it’s time to get on the bike. A plan is taken off the shelf, … Continue reading Scotland – Coast to Coast (half) Day 1

A 12 mile circular walk taking in Beacon Hill, Knighton. This hill marks the start of the Trans Cambrian Mountain … Continue reading Return to Beacon Hill

First night out in a tent. I woke at first light (6.30) quickly got moving before the predicted heat. The … Continue reading If you go down to the woods today…….

i have had to wait several days before writing this post – a combination of circumstances has resulted in my … Continue reading All the best plans of mice and men

In the days leading up to the grand departure Ellie and I have been paying our respects to the National … Continue reading Calm before the storm

So, we make it to Manchester aerodrome where we handed the precious cargo over – unfortunately it didn’t quite fit … Continue reading I’m a livin in a box

Well, we’ve had a few dry runs with the emphasis on buggering about with a perfectly good bike – but … Continue reading So, how is progress…. 

I have been encouraged to document my Great Divide trip which includes ‘preparation’ and bits on climbing, work, dog and … Continue reading I thought i’d better do a blog!