« April 2009 | Archive Home | June 2009 »
May 2009
A round-up of articles posted during May 2009.
Ride report: Sunday 31 May - Ranmore, Abinger and Box Hill loop
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 13 comment(s) on this post.
The moles ride to Ranmore, do the Abba Zabba lumps then return to Box Hill for some China Pig. All good stuff on the very hot day.
Continue reading 'Ride report: Sunday 31 May - Ranmore, Abinger and Box Hill loop'.
Ride report: Thursday 28 May - And then there were three
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 7 comment(s) on this post.
Don't go wandering off if you've lost sight or sound of your mates. Here's a salutary tale of night riding on unfamiliar trails.
Continue reading 'Ride report: Thursday 28 May - And then there were three'.
SRAM XX - the ideal groupset?
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'News' during May 2009.
So far there's 3 comment(s) on this post.
The new SRAM XX groupset expands the idea of what a groupset is; does it also give mountain bikers what they want?
Continue reading 'SRAM XX - the ideal groupset?'.
Ride report: Sunday 24 May - Bookham to Gatton Park
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 5 comment(s) on this post.
Perfect summer riding weather brings out ten riders for an XC run to Reigate and Gatton Park
Continue reading 'Ride report: Sunday 24 May - Bookham to Gatton Park'.
Michelin AirComp latex inner tubes - Something for the weekend, sir?
Originally posted by The Stig.
Filed under 'Reviews' during May 2009.
So far there's 10 comment(s) on this post.
Colin takes up the fight against flats with Michelin AirComp latex inner tubes.
Continue reading 'Michelin AirComp latex inner tubes - Something for the weekend, sir?'.
Ragley Bikes - product line-up
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Mutterings' during May 2009.
So far there's 0 comment(s) on this post.
A quick run through of the Ragley Bikes range as we understand it prior to the frames going on sale.
Continue reading 'Ragley Bikes - product line-up'.
Ride report: Wednesday 20 May - Stop and start
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 5 comment(s) on this post.
A staccato ride round Ranmore and Norbury, interupted by mechanicals and bad luck.
Continue reading 'Ride report: Wednesday 20 May - Stop and start'.
Retro bike builds are nearly here
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Mutterings' during May 2009.
So far there's 1 comment(s) on this post.
A 1998 Marin Muirwoods and a 1999 Marin Nail Trail form the basis of two retro bike builds, including V-brakes - remember them?!
Continue reading 'Retro bike builds are nearly here'.
First pictures of the new Crud Fast Fender
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'News' during May 2009.
So far there's 1 comment(s) on this post.
First thoughts on pictures of the new Crud Fast Fender. Technically worthwhile but visually stupid?
Continue reading 'First pictures of the new Crud Fast Fender'.
Ride Report: Sunday 17th May - Newlands Corner
Originally posted by The Stig.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 2 comment(s) on this post.
A ride out in damp conditions to Newlands Corner and back clocks up a few more puncture interupted miles
Continue reading 'Ride Report: Sunday 17th May - Newlands Corner'.
Sponsor Dom on the South Downs Way
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Mutterings' during May 2009.
So far there's 0 comment(s) on this post.
Support Dom's South Downs Way charity ride for the British Heart Foundation
Continue reading 'Sponsor Dom on the South Downs Way'.
Ride report: Wednesday 13 May - Puncture school
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 5 comment(s) on this post.
The Wednesday ride takes in Headley and Box Hill with a more XC feel to it compared to our recent rides over the Surrey Hills.
Continue reading 'Ride report: Wednesday 13 May - Puncture school'.
Holmbury Iron Age hill fort - a timely reminder of responsibilities
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'News' during May 2009.
So far there's 3 comment(s) on this post.
The Surrey Hills trails are the best in the South East and we want to help keep them that way. But parts are at risk from over enthusiastic riders.
Continue reading 'Holmbury Iron Age hill fort - a timely reminder of responsibilities'.
SRAM spare parts prices
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Mutterings' during May 2009.
So far there's 9 comment(s) on this post.
Outrageous prices for SRAM replacement parts seem to be treating SRAM's biggest fans as cash cows.
Continue reading 'SRAM spare parts prices'.
Ride report: Sunday 10 May - Leith and Holmbury Hill
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 8 comment(s) on this post.
The moles ride to Leith and Holmbury Hills on a fine day to be out on the hills - as they discovered, plenty of women seemed to agree with them!
Continue reading 'Ride report: Sunday 10 May - Leith and Holmbury Hill'.
Ride report: Wednesday 6 May - Pitch (Hill) and a Pint
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 0 comment(s) on this post.
The Moles resurrect their popular Pitch and a Pint night rides over Pitch Hill.
Continue reading 'Ride report: Wednesday 6 May - Pitch (Hill) and a Pint'.
Scaring yourself - a night riding confession
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Mutterings' during May 2009.
So far there's 4 comment(s) on this post.
Night riding terrors from spectating cows, cold dark nights and solo adventures.
Continue reading 'Scaring yourself - a night riding confession'.
Ride report: Sunday 3 May - Leith Hill
Originally posted by Matt.
Filed under 'Rides' during May 2009.
So far there's 4 comment(s) on this post.
Another great Muddymoles ride to Leith Hill, covering Wolvens Lane, Waggledance and Summer Lightning
Continue reading 'Ride report: Sunday 3 May - Leith Hill'.
Sneaking in a quick one
Originally posted by Mark.
Filed under 'Mutterings' during May 2009.
So far there's 4 comment(s) on this post.
Mark gets out on his own for some soothing miles
Continue reading 'Sneaking in a quick one'.
