Monthly Archives: November 2013

Another new toy :)

Posted on November 26, 2013 by dublin2beijing

I’ve spent a small fortune on equipment for the trip in the past two weeks. All essential though. Well, nearly all of it! One particular piece of fancy equipment is this Wireless Hard Drive. A portable, battery powered, 1TB Wireless … Continue reading →

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Training…Training…Training…

Posted on November 16, 2013 by dublin2beijing

I’m sitting here listening to the radio waiting for my dinner to cook and the DJ is talking about how seeing the Christmas lights going up in town has given a stark reminder that Christmas is fast approaching. This also … Continue reading →

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Testing out the Long Haul Trucker

Posted on November 10, 2013 by dublin2beijing

Yesterday I decided to take out the LHT instead of my road bike for a test spin to see how I feel on it. Positive results all round. It’s very comfortable to ride, thanks in no small part to the … Continue reading →

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Where the money goes…

Posted on November 5, 2013 by dublin2beijing

I’ve posted a lot about the cycle, the equipment and preparation lately, but today I saw a great article in the Irish Times highlighting the impact the money I am asking you to donate is having: This week Crumlin Children’s … Continue reading →

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Not So Dry Run

Posted on November 2, 2013 by dublin2beijing

Last night I drove down to Glenmalure in the Wicklow mountains after work as I’m doing a reunion cycle with Cycle Against Suicide this morning in nearby Glendalough. I figured this would be a good opportunity to test the camping … Continue reading →

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