Tag: london baroudeurs

  • Miguel ‘Migas’

    Miguel ‘Migas’

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    Miguel aka ‘Migas’ is a Baroudeur and a proud Spaniard. Check out what he thinks about cycling and the LBCC. Vamos, brother!

  • France 2019 – Part 1

    France 2019 – Part 1

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    France 2019 – Returning to the country that inspired to chase mountains, ride bikes and raise a glass to cycling. Check out Part 1.

  • Jeroen ‘Neo’

    Jeroen ‘Neo’

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    Jeroen aka ‘Ronin’ is a Baroudeur and a proud Belgian. Check out what he thinks about cycling and the LBCC. Aller, brother!

  • Den Store Styrkeprøven – The Great Trial of Strength

    Den Store Styrkeprøven – The Great Trial of Strength

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    Den Store Styrkeprøven 2019 – The Great Trial of Strength. Trondheim to Oslo, Norway. Baroudeurs go on tour in Norway!

  • 100% S2

    100% S2

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    100% S2 Reveiw. Are they as good as the orignal Speedcrafts?

  • Sam – ‘Ronin’

    Sam – ‘Ronin’

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    Sam aka ‘Ronin’ is a Baroudeur and a proud Texan family man. Check out what he thinks about cycling and the LBCC. Zanshin, brother!

  • Leverage

    Leverage

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    More often than not, we take what we’re given. Take for instance, tyre levers; we’re told how important they are, but how often do we take a moment to check if they’re the right tools for the job?

  • Mark – ‘Obi-Wan’

    Mark – ‘Obi-Wan’

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    Cycling name? Obi-Wan. Skywalker probably rides a carbon frame but everyone knows Obi-wan rides steel! Why do you ride your bike? I really respect and love several things about cycling:1) I am definitely addicted to the endorphins but it’s more than that.2) Bikes are the last holdout in mechanical transportation that is truly efficient. Not…

  • Speedrocker

    Speedrocker

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    Speedrocker – a possible solution for those who want to ride where they want without a soggy bottom.

  • 2019 Calendar

    2019 Calendar

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    It’s fun. It’s cool. And it’s live. Club events listings are up on the website now. Keep up to date with the latest rides, celebrations and adventures at: http://baroudeurs.cc/events/ What’s New? A comprehensive line-up of events include: ITT inter-club race | Saturday 30 March Beast of Box (BoB) recce | Saturday 30 March (after ITT)…

  • Dark Nights Viewing – Sven Nys

    Dark Nights Viewing – Sven Nys

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    Over the spring season, we will be posting a series of programs and events that aim to keep people inspired to ride. First up is a story of meteoric success matched with spiralling demands. It’s muddy; it’s fast; it’s cyclo-cross. There has been a single force of nature in the world of cyclo-cross this past…

  • London Women’s Racing

    London Women’s Racing

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    London Women’s Racing at LMNH 2018 – discussing the opportunities for women racing in 2019 and beyond.

  • Don’t call it a comeback

    Don’t call it a comeback

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    Simon aka Van der Vader – racing to the line at Hillingdon Don’t call it a comeback – What happens when you’re having an incredible year and suddenly you’re in a crash?  We talk with Baroudeur, Simon ‘Van der Vader’ about training, the fall and coming back in style. Race Results: RideLondon 100 – 7th…

  • PURSU | An interview with Sanjay Soni

    PURSU | An interview with Sanjay Soni

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    Refuel the natural way – B’s at the Red Bull race On an early autumn day the Baroudeurs meet up with Sanjay Soni to discuss the origins of PURSU – a no-nonsense nutritional selection of bars that naturally fuel active people.  We also make time to discuss where he hopes to take the company.  We…

  • Karolis ‘Orca’

    Karolis ‘Orca’

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    space Cycling name? Orca. Why do you ride your bike? I enjoy it.  I cycle to work and even on holiday I try to cycle.   I enjoy the freedom. SPACE Favourite place to ride? I haven’t been to many European places yet, yet Mallorca stands out for me.  Pollenca to the lighthouse at Formentor is…

  • Pedal-Me Crowd Fund

    Pedal-Me Crowd Fund

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    Pedal-Me believes there is a better way for people, services and goods to get from A-to-B.  We are happy to announce that Pedal-Me is crowd funding in order to expand thanks to extraordinary demand. We’re also chuffed that co-founder of Pedal Me, Rob, is also a London Baroudeur.  Naturally, we support and wish the Pedal-Me…

  • Mk2 Full Carbon Custom Shoe

    Mk2 Full Carbon Custom Shoe

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    Introducing Jack Lee’s Mk2 fully custom shoe, but is it still better than the rest?  It started with a rant I’m annoyed.  You see I can get a custom bike-fit.  I can even get custom threads and look good riding into the sunset.  But I can’t get shoes that fit me. But there are plenty of…

  • Urban Hill Climb 2018

    Urban Hill Climb 2018

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    ‘Pain’ is just a French word for ‘Bread’.  More please. Thank you A big thank you to all the partners, children, families and friends who came to cheer at the Urban Hill Climb 2018.  It wouldn’t have happened without you.  Thank you. The Quick and the Brave – Povilas, 1min 47 – Hernan, 1 min 53…

  • Tobias ‘Spiderman’

    Tobias ‘Spiderman’

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    Smiles for miles Cycling name? Spiderman. Why do you ride your bike? What started out to be hobby, with an occasional solo ride here and there, is now something that I miss if I’m not riding more than once a week.  It’s not just getting from A to B, but seeing and enjoying everything in…

  • One Hell of a Ride – Ride100

    One Hell of a Ride – Ride100

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    The Prudential Ride 100.  There is no other closed-road event like it. Many Baroudeurs and their families have celebrated cycling in the fun and accessible  ‘Free Cycle’ ride in central London.  Followed by the excitement of watching the world’s best pro-cyclists race in the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey Classic. For those out there with the mind and…

  • Hirzl Grippp Tour SF – long term review

    Hirzl Grippp Tour SF – long term review

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    Getting a good Grippp Gloves, like helmets aren’t for everyone.  Many people like nothing better than the uninterrupted connection with the bike and cockpit; experiencing each bump, every smooth mile of freshly laid tarmac and a cool breeze on the knuckles.  I know, I like this too. Of course, there are times when gloves are…