Definitely a Bullitt

by simonnurse

Mystery solved. It is a Bullitt. I thought so. Walking back through Cardiff City Centre lunchtime I spotted Ben the owner of ‘Big Blue Bike’ couriers disappearing past the library, leaving his steed… Read More →

The perfect commuter?

by simonnurse

…..for me at least. The Schindelhauer has the perfect blend of great looks, low maintenance and nippyness to appeal. I’d like to add some mudguards so that I don’t get completed pasted with… Read More →

Almost there……..

by simonnurse

Almost there……..very excited…….our first cycleshow. Drop by for a chat about bike security, bike shelters, bike..err…..stuff….and…..err…….BIKES! Anything cycling really. Courtesy of my swollen eye, I won’t be there now (can’t scare the punters… Read More →

The Three Peaks cyclo-cross

by simonnurse

Well I’m back from the Three Peaks, ecstatic, enthused, knackered and with a bruised and infected eyeball (which may or may not be down to Yorkshire grit).  Every year I make the pilgrimage… Read More →

One beautiful book

by simonnurse

Once I’ve gathered my thoughts, unlocked my cramped digits and put my teeth back in, I’ll turn my fingers to writing an article about this year’s three peaks cyclo-cross – the most fun… Read More →

Gone Peak’ing

by simonnurse

I’m away from my desk at the moment, if you’d like to leave a name and number, I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. Have a great race 3-peaks fellow… Read More →

Penny for your thoughts

by simonnurse

The Penny Farthing is back in production. Not sure whether to laugh or cry. The iconic bike of the Victorian era is big, bold and beautiful, but watch anyone ride one (let alone… Read More →

Cycle and the city

by simonnurse

So what makes a city bike friendly? Warm, dry weather? Laid back motor drivers? Ample bike parking? Space? Availability of uber strong coffee? Maybe. Possibly. Perhaps. It all rather depends….. Copenhagenize consulting have… Read More →

Bike polo at the Bristol Bicycle festival

by simonnurse

I think I’m going to make today ‘gratuitous video day’, by posting a second piece of VT in less than 4 hours. If a picture paints a thousand words…..and a HD video contains… Read More →

Cycle show video

by simonnurse

I’ve strayed across this lovely little bit of video that whets the appetite nicely for next week’s bike show. Note lots of jumping BMXs and children with more bike handling skills in their… Read More →