A trained graphic designer, I am not. But I do enjoy tinkering with various online graphic design tools to try to make nice images and banners to make the blog look pretty for you. I just started using a new one that's so fantastic, I thought I'd share the love and try to send a few more people their way. Maybe you'll love it too. … [Read more...]
Which map should I get for my Garmin Edge 800/810/1000? (Reader’s Questions)
This is a question I get asked all the time, and like so many things in life, the answer is "it depends". Here's some options to help you work out which one will suit you best. … [Read more...]
Garmin Edge 820: Pre-order now!
Garmin are undoubtedly the leading manufacturers of bicycle GPS devices, and they're just about to release a new model, the Edge 820. Pre-order yours now. … [Read more...]
Pavlok – a shocking Strava add on
Pavlok is a wearable device that you can use to help cut bad habits or create new desirable habits. But you can also link it to Strava, via IFTTT, which means you can take Strava to a new competitive level with your friends. … [Read more...]
Withings Smart Body Analyser (WS50) digital wifi scales – measure your body fat!
An introduction to the Withings smart body analyser (and unboxing video). … [Read more...]
The great Chain Reaction Garmin giveaway – why haven’t you entered yet?
This giveaway will appeal to 99% of my readers, I just know it. How would you like to win a shed load of Garmin gadgets, absolutely free? … [Read more...]
Relive.cc – Strava add-on makes movies of your rides.
The Strava API is a wonderful thing, and there are some very clever people out there doing cool things with it. Relive.cc is no exception! … [Read more...]
How to improve your cycling power to weight ratio (without the boring equations) and climb hills like a beast!
This post could change your cycling forever. Everybody knows that in order to climb hills effectively on your bike you need a good power to weight ratio. Most blog posts on this topic will then continue to bore you to death with lots of fancy equations. It's actually much simpler than that. … [Read more...]
How to transfer a GPX file to a Garmin Edge 25 (Reader’s Questions)
Reader Julia asks how to transfer a GPX file to her Garmin Edge 25. The simple answer is you need to convert it first! … [Read more...]
Campagnolo Zonda wheelset review and best prices
Here's my Campagnolo Zonda Wheelset review. Campy Zondas are one of the most popular wheelset upgrades to replace the stock wheels on your bike. Read my review AND find the best prices! … [Read more...]