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The art of travel

Thunderstorms. Great banks of rain-heavy clouds rolling in over the hills and through the valleys in the early evening. Erasing the blue skies and the heat of the afternoon. A welcome reprieve; crackling lightning; echoing thunder. Tired legs from a morning ride, resting up as the weather unfolds. Like clockwork. Right on time. Memories. Gasping …

August 11, 2010 – 7:19 pm | By Guy WR | Posted in Posts | Tagged , , | Comments (2)

Bikes, books, and…

Having just watched the highlights of Ivan Basso’s win on the Zoncolan at the Giro on Gazetta TV, eschewing the early start that full coverage of the stage would have required, it is hard to remember a time when pro cycling coverage was not immediately accessible in all its live action, full-colour glory. The expectations …

May 24, 2010 – 7:22 pm | By Guy WR | Posted in Posts | Tagged , , , | Comments (0)

Reflections and memories

Winter is a pensive time for cycling fans. We have no longer our own exploits or the daring deeds of the professional peloton to sustain our enthusiasm; thoughts inevitably slip to plans for next year – usually inflated by bravado – as well to quiet contemplation, perhaps assisted by a glass of the appropriate festive …

December 13, 2009 – 2:04 pm | By Guy WR | Posted in Posts | Tagged | Comments (1)

Thanks for your patience

Yahoo has resolved the technical troubles I was having with Le Grimpeur and the site is now, as you – dear reader – can see, back online. Thanks for your patience and I will have new posts shortly, including the answers to last month’s quiz. In the interim, don’t forget to check out some of …

September 11, 2008 – 2:50 pm | By Guy WR | Posted in Posts | Comments (0)