Tag: Essex-cycling

A Summer Solstice Ride to Leigh and Barling

Posted on by Tony in Blog, Cycling, Ride & Run Log

Having been up at 4:00am to watch the solstice sunrise, and with temperatures forecast to reach 26°C (79°F), I decided that a long ride probably wasn't the wisest choice. Instead, I opted for a shorter loop taking in Leigh-on-Sea and Barling. The Southend Triathlon was also taking place that morning, with the route passing right … Continue reading A Summer Solstice Ride to Leigh and Barling →

Ride out to Owl Hill team rooms

Posted on by Tony in Blog, Cycling, Events Diary, Ride & Run Log

The weather last week had been pretty miserable. Still, with a more promising forecast today, I decided it was time for a longer ride. The plan was to head over to the Owl Hill Tea Room in Terling. My bike had recently developed an annoying creak from the bottom bracket area. The local bike shop … Continue reading Ride out to Owl Hill team rooms →