Tag: training ride

London to Southend Bike Ride 2026 – Nineteen Years On

Posted on by Tony in Cycling, London to Southend, My Blog, Training Log

Today’s ride was the London to Southend Bike Ride.  An event that holds a special place for me as it was the ride that inspired me to start So Tyred nineteen years ago. It’s hard to believe how quickly the years have passed, but it’s still one of the highlights of my cycling calendar. This … Continue reading London to Southend Bike Ride 2026 – Nineteen Years On →

Finally… back in the saddle for real

Posted on by Tony in Cycling, My Blog

After several false starts and delays caused by snow and ice, I finally got out on my bike today for my first decent ride of the year – a healthy 26 miles although my  average speed was pants. It was very windy out there too, with an 18 mph headwind blowing along the seafront.  But … Continue reading Finally… back in the saddle for real →