Route: The Short, Sharp Shock

Sometimes you need to get out for a training ride, but you don't have a lot of time. It could be at the end of the working day, or you could be fitting rides in between family or work commitments. This route has a few slightly unpleasant junctions to navigate, which is why we can't... Continue Reading →

Epic Rides: Cardiff to New Quay

Whilst circular routes certainly have their place, sometimes you want to get on your bike just to end up somewhere else. Fortunately for us we're already in one of the most beautiful countries on this planet and we are spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing where to go. We're a stones throw away... Continue Reading →

Back to the Bwlch

We love the Bwlch. It's always an interesting challenge, but it also offers achingly beautiful views from the top. Best of all, there are three ways to take it on. One route we've talked about already, coming from Neath and heading towards Treorchy & Pontypridd.  We've also talked about the route from Treorchy in our... Continue Reading →

Epic Rides: Cambrian 1K Permanent

It may have been beautiful --Wales just is, but what on Earth possessed us to do this ride we don't know. It may have only been 100Km, which on the back of a couple of 200Km rides doesn't sound much, but the Devil is in the detail. Perhaps we should start by explaining what the... Continue Reading →

The Graigwen Road Loop

There's a lot to be said for a good climb, but Llanwonno takes some beating. Not quite an "epic" climb as far as the top 100 list goes, but it sure is a tall task easily accessible from Pontypridd town centre. The route we have for you is around 40KM from Plan2Ride in Tongwynlais, but... Continue Reading →

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