CYCLING FRANCE : DONE RIGHT SINCE 2008
🚴♂️ Paris-Roubaix Challenge: Cobbles, Gravel & Epic Rides I’ve been riding the Paris-Roubaix cobbles since 2013—on everything from carbon race bikes to gravel rigs. This time? I’m rebuilding my trusty 2014 hardtail into a cobble-proof monster for the Paris-Roubaix 2025 Hell of the North Challenge… using budget AliExpress cycling components like Sensah. Will it survive? Will I survive? Will I even build it…
Pedal with Purpose: Conquer the Alps for Croí This August! 🚴♀️❤️⛰ Get ready for the cycling adventure of a lifetime in the heart of the French Alps this August — and do it all while supporting Croí’s lifesaving work! From Thursday, August 21st to Tuesday, August 26th, 2025, the Alpine Cycling Challenge offers you the…
Gearing Up for Paris-Roubaix: My Cobble-Crushing AliExpress Bike Build The 2025 Paris-Roubaix is just around the corner, and while the pros will be battling it out on their €10,000 superbikes, I’m taking a slightly different approach this year. Instead of splashing out on the latest carbon wonder-machine, I’ve decided to resurrect my old 2015 carbon hardtail mountain bike and…
TWO CHANCES TO WIN ONE OF MY EXCLUSIVE CYCLING PRINTS On the 1st April I am giving away one of my exclusive cycling prints .Wow ! What do I need to do ? You simply need to watch the final installment of my Origine Trail video where I had to take a drill to the…
Two of the most legendary climbs in cycling. One unforgettable journey. Imagine pedaling up the 21 hairpin bends of Alpe d’Huez, where cycling history is written with every turn. Picture yourself conquering Mont Ventoux, the towering Giant of Provence, its barren summit a true test of endurance and willpower. This tour isn’t just a ride—it’s…
Well, here we are, already deep into the year, and I’m finally getting around to writing my first blog post. One of my New Year’s resolutions was to post a blog once a month but I failed that one in January. But hey, life gets busy, right? At least I’ve managed to keep one resolution…
Join me on a breathtaking ride up the Col d’Albanne, a lesser-known yet stunning climb in the heart of the Maurienne Valley. Nestled between the legendary Col du Galibier and Col du Télégraphe, this hidden gem offers spectacular views, peaceful roads, and a unique challenge for cycling enthusiasts. Discover what makes the Maurienne Valley a…
If you are looking for a Tour de France gift for a cycling obsessed relative or friend our products make the perfect Christmas gift for cyclists. Alternatively if you want a map to remember your own cycling holidays or to plan your own route with, we probably have a map or design for you. We…
Alpe d’Huez – the name alone stirs excitement and respect among cyclists worldwide. Dubbed ‘the Dutch Mountain’ by Tour de France fans, this legendary climb is a proving ground that has witnessed the grit and determination of champions like Bernard Hinault and Marco Pantani
