Ponderings from the Velodrome

Newport Velodrome – ©Dave Gratton AKA SunflowerDave (on Flickr) For someone who always has a lot to say for himself, thinking what to write about is more difficult than I thought! I should hasten to add, that’s not because I can’t think of anything, it’s because I’ve got so many ideas running around in my head it’s so difficult to chose. So my decision has been made for me because for the first time in weeks I have an hour or so to... Read More

Book Review: Sex, Lies and Handlebar Tape

  Sex, Lies and Handlebar Tape The remarkable life of Jacques Anquetil, the first five-times winner of the Tour de France by Paul Howard   The Times ‘An extraordinary biography’ The Times certainly hit the nail on the head with that one! This is certainly a very extraordinary biography. I would perhaps have re-titled the book, Sex and Drugs and ride a bike, rephrasing one of my favourite songs written by the amazing wordsmith Ian Dury.... Read More

A Look Back at 2011 and Towards My 2012 Season

Jetse Bol - Oscar Freire (Rabobank) - Image Wessel van Keuk/Cor Vos ©2011 When I was 18 years old and I got an offer to sign a contract with the Continental Squad of Rabobank I knew exciting thing were coming, what I didn’t know was how good was it going to be! I had to take it step by step, coming to a big team it’s a big challenge and requires a lot of dedication and effort but it feels great when you get the results you worked so hard for... Read More

The Revolution Is Coming!

  Revolution 28 Girls Future Stars Madison - Amy Hill & Amy Roberts - Image ©Copyright Anna Magrath Yes that’s right, it’s that time of the year when our attention here in Europe turns to the warmth of the track as the road season draws to a close and the track season gets underway today with the British National Championships. So if you’re not lucky enough to be attending the Nationals one of the best ways to see some... Read More

My Sister Sofi

Sofi & Nancy   My Sister Sofi by Nancy Arreola Sofi and her papa Rolando in Apeldoorn for the World Championships Sofi Arreola is a young successful rider from Mexico (she also happens to be my sister) and she’s aiming for a place to ride for her country at the London Olympic Games in 2012. Sofi has won 6 gold medals in the Jr. PanAm champs, 4th place in the Junior Worlds in Moscow 2009 and she’s finished within the top 10 in almost... Read More

From Sea to Shore: Pure Black Racing sails onto the Pro-Cycling world stage

  Mark Langlands - Image ©Copyright Pure Black Racing Conversation with Mark Langlands of Pure Black Racing National pride is a powerful motivator and now, as ‘Le Tour de France’ takes center stage, there are many-fans and athletes alike, who wonder what the future of cycling will look like. But there are also those who continue to believe in the beauty of cycling and the tremendous potential it can provide corporations and nations... Read More

Kit Issues, Good Friday & Sydney

Kit Issues, Good Friday & Sydney by Jody Cundy   So much has happened since my last update, and also because I didn’t get chance to update you last month I’ve now got 2 busy months to fill you in on! Kit Issues! First up was the Good Friday Track Meet, the debut for my cycling team and first outing for the new kit. Actually, gettng the kit was the first hurdle to overcome: Due to the production times and delivery slots it was going to... Read More

Getting All Artistic

Getting All Artistic by Jody Cundy MBE   Well here I am on the eve of the World Championships here in Montichiari, I’ve had 3 sessions on the track since arriving here, and each one of them has been more and more encouraging. The track feels fast, and my legs feels good, I just hope that feeling lasts for the next 3 days as I have a lot of racing to do between now and Sunday evening. First up is the pursuit, the big unknown for me, sure I’ve... Read More