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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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