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Why We Cycle
Cycling is more than a mode of transportation or a form of exercise; it's a journey filled with joy, freedom, and a sense of...
mattygmo
Dec 2, 20233 min read


Safety Can't be Overlooked
In the world of cycling, safety is paramount, and it begins with a thorough gear check. This blog post delves into the essentials of...
mattygmo
Nov 28, 20232 min read


More Than Just Exercise
Physical and Mental Health: More Than Just Exercise Cycling is often celebrated for its physical benefits, but its impact on mental...
mattygmo
Nov 26, 20233 min read


You're Not Alone
In the realm of cycling, especially when reconnecting after a hiatus, the role of community cannot be overstated. This post explores the...
mattygmo
Nov 24, 20232 min read


The Power of Small Wins
In the journey of reconnecting with cycling, setting realistic goals is a crucial step. This exploration delves into the psychology...
mattygmo
Nov 18, 20233 min read


Facing the Dusty Saddle
Overcoming the Psychological Barriers to Reconnect with Cycling We've all been there, a bike gathering dust in the corner, tires...
mattygmo
Nov 3, 20233 min read


Reconnection...
Hello, adventurers and cycling aficionados! If you've been following my journey, you'll know that it's been some time since I last...
mattygmo
Oct 29, 20233 min read


Long time, No blog
G’Day! Your friendly neighbourhood cyclist here. It has been a while since my last entry on this blog, but today, I want to share a more...
mattygmo
Sep 17, 20232 min read


Australian Adventure: Week 3
After two weeks of not taking it easy on holiday (as I tell people at work, I can always serve as a bad example), week three was all...
mattygmo
Mar 9, 20234 min read


Aussie Adventure: Week 2
As week one finished with a northerly jaunt up to the harbour city that is Sydney, week two was aimed with a different trajectory, away...
mattygmo
Feb 24, 20234 min read


Aussie Adventure: Week 1
UK, Belgium, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Türkiye, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, China, South Korea, and...
mattygmo
Feb 19, 20233 min read


The 28h Project: going the distance
15 hours in a German pain cave and a sore arse - is the start of probably quite a few stories, however most of them don't involve a...
mattygmo
Dec 26, 20227 min read


CIAO ITALIA 🇮🇹 (week 2)
With week one coming to an abrupt end at the hands of a crazed moped driver, week two was obviously going to start a little gingerly, but...
mattygmo
Oct 23, 20223 min read


CIAO ITALIA (Week 1) 🇮🇹
I have never ridden my bike outside of the UK, in fact I don't really even like travelling on a train with it (I don't have a lot of...
mattygmo
Oct 6, 20224 min read


That's Ambassador To You
So June what do you have in store for me? A lot of work, of course, but what about interesting stuff - do you have any of that lying...
mattygmo
Jul 23, 20223 min read


The Only Way Is...
Well, what a month it has been...or two actually, guess it has been a little longer since my last post than I thought. I should probably...
mattygmo
Jul 13, 20222 min read


The 28h Project: My Story
I sit here with very sore legs, shoulders, neck and of course, butt, and think there has to be a certain amount of sanity in the decision...
mattygmo
May 9, 20224 min read


2 Steps Back, 1 Step Forward
Covid: The easist way to wipe out a month of gains in a week...well that is what it felt like after a short 30km ride. I am not the best...
mattygmo
Apr 13, 20222 min read


Finding time? Making time!
Dear 2022, How can we be in March already? I mean, I was sure that Christmas only just happened...WhereTF has time gone? Oh, work you say...
mattygmo
Mar 3, 20222 min read


2021 Is Dead; Long Live 2022
2021 was an interesting year in more ways than I could have imagined, it started with hope and a little trepidation, not for the virus...
mattygmo
Jan 15, 20224 min read
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