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  • Hello Paul Smith

    Hello Paul Smith

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      Looking for something to do over the Easter holidays?  Whether it’s a bright sunny day by the river, or a rainy Sunday afternoon, London’s Design Museum is a great place to hang out and imagine. So when we heard that ‘Hello My Name Is Paul Smith’ is still running, we leave our bikes behind for the day,…

  • The Spring Classic – BBR

    The Spring Classic – BBR

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    Sahara Sands? Smog? Sunshine? And now rain on Sunday’s Baroudeur Big Ride! So what! Alfred Wainwright said it all when he proclaimed, “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing!” The BBR , is our friendly-paced club ride from London to Surrey.  It’s a great way to explore and see what you can…

  • Memories of Roubaix 3

    Memories of Roubaix 3

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      We witness the peloton attack the first set of cobbles, and it’s ferocious!  As we race back to our coach to catch them on the Arenberg, amongst the tractor tracks are heart-shapes on the hallowed soil.  It’s magic! The Paris-Roubaix 2014 is coming.  In honour to this Cycling-Classic, we post some of our favourite images from…

  • Affliction

    Affliction

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    Sun’s out, Gun’s out. The mercury is rising as we roll out onto an open road to somewhere.  The short and dark rides of Winter are becoming a distant memory.  Spring,  on the other hand, offers the chance to test the legs on longer-tougher rides.  Where freaks get their kicks for affliction. Freaks aren’t born…

  • Kings Lynn – The Return

    Kings Lynn – The Return

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    The sun is at it’s zenith as we approach Norfolk – Nelson’s County, but can we make it?  We travel from London and through 3 counties of the UK.  If you want to see how we started this madness, look away now, and start the journey here. If you’ve read the story so far, here’s what…

  • Big Chase to Kings Lynn

    Big Chase to Kings Lynn

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      Have you ever watched the national weather on TV, and seen Kings Lynn on the map?  You can’t help but notice its presence.  It clearly stands north-east of London, and directly to the left of the weather forecaster for the evening. Big Chase nominates this as our destination of choice for Sunday’s ride.  Why?…

  • Mellow Yellow

    Mellow Yellow

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        Another interval sesh and DC adds a splash of colour to warm up an otherwise chilly morning.    

  • Memories of Roubaix 2

    Memories of Roubaix 2

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      With 4 Weeks to go till the Paris-Roubaix 2014, we post some of our favourite images from our own expedition. Thanks to Denis Yeo for catching this moment before we hit those mad cobbles.  

  • Jude’s Gold

    Jude’s Gold

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                              Jude’s first race at Hillingdon this morning, 8-10 year olds. Being Barouderus, he won it! Under his smile and clear eyes, is the accomplishment of a brave young heart.  Riding to the track, Jude passes an assessment test with flying colours.  His…

  • Benjamin Brutalis

    Benjamin Brutalis

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    Intervals.  The idea is to ride at 80% for 40 seconds.  Then 20 seconds off.  10 times.  For 3 sets.  Oh, and there’s sprint intervals if you want to mix it up too: roll down, race up, repeat!   That’s the idea.  Crazy as it sounds it is very rewarding, just not right now.  Rupert…

  • Bristol Belles

    Bristol Belles

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    Take a moment, lean on a wall, feel the sun on your face, and breathe.  Welcome to Bristol!. Bedminster is still sleeping.  This southern district of the city is a quirky neighbourhood with an eclectic mix that boasts wardens, vets and artists as some of it’s residents.   As we roll down from the house,…

  • Seize the Mountain

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      Looking like the French National Champ.  As well as a worthy GC contender; with his team in the background, and his Directeur Sportif alongside, consulting tactics, is our very own Baroudeur from Down-Under, Craig Shipton. In the summer of 2009, Craig decided to ride from London to Athens, and created 25000spins.  He now organises…

  • Black Rubber

    Black Rubber

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      Black Rubber gloves seem like an oddity.  Yet, they are surprisingly useful for wet weather riding, especially when the temperature drops. Folklore suggests that Dennis Cross, creator of the first purpose made wetsuit for surfing crafted his invention in his camper van off the coast of Cornwall.  And the international company that is GUL…

  • The Black Italian

    The Black Italian

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    This is important – New shoes. The choice for this season is DMT’s Borealis.  This option first came to our attention when it was launched at the end of 2013.  With a carbon/polyurethane-interchangable sole, front-studs for off-road escapades, and a shiny black finish, how could we resist but give them a try?   Legend has…

  • Park Life

    Park Life

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    Captain, Stu – on the Sufferfest, Daddy Cool, Jack, Rupert, Finn, Liz, and the Disco-Badger out today for intervals in the park at 05.45.  Crazy?  Sad?  Or sick?  Whatever we were feeling, we were feeling great by breakfast time, with the sun out to greet us.  Very Barouder-us!

  • The Big Baroudeur Rides Again

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    The Baroudeur Big Ride, is our friendly-paced club ride from London to Surrey.  It’s a great way to explore and see what you can achieve on a bike with other people, and there’s cake on top of Box Hill too!   It’s all happening this Sunday (9 March), Richmond Park, by the Roehampton Gate Cafe at…

  • Garden of Delights

    Garden of Delights

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      For over 400 years the county of Kent has been aptly known as the ‘Garden of England’.  Although I know one or two Yorkshire-men who would argue this. NuStu is on ‘easy Sunday’ mode and isn’t in the mood to fuss.  He’s on hand today and invites us round to his neighbourhood side of…

  • London to the Moon

    London to the Moon

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    “Fly me to the moon And let me play among the stars Let me see what spring is like On Jupiter and Mars In other words, hold my hand In other words, baby, kiss me” – Composed by Bart Howard and made famous by Ol’ Blue Eyes himself. It is a classic song that I…

  • Crash Bang Wallop

    Crash Bang Wallop

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      It’s simply unavoidable, riding a bike is both a pleasure and a potential risk.  At one point or another you’re going to be in an accident.  Hopefully it won’t be too bad, but when you happen upon a road accident, it’s worth thinking about what to do next. Dave, does what he does best…

  • Rapha Cafe London – The New Shop

    Rapha Cafe London – The New Shop

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      The newly refurbished Rapha Cafe re-opened for business this weekend.  So after a Monday night spin, Ben, Debbie and I make tracks to check it out. The immediate impression is there is more space.  Where the bar used to end to the right, it now sweeps round to offer extra seating and access to…

  • Sun Chasers

    Sun Chasers

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    Congratulations to friends Down-Under, Craig Shipton and the growing team of 25000Spins.  Well done on your Big Charity Ride of the Great Ocean Road! Raising a whopping $193,000 AUD (£104,154) and counting, for children charities on this one ride is phenomenal. A lot of people were on their first long-haul and the turn out looks amazing.  A…