The RU-vid channel of Ed Laverack, elite cyclist, 2x British Champion, 10+ years in the sport, 6 of those racing across the world at UCI Continental level for one of the most successful British teams, Rapha Condor JLT. This channel started because I wanted to show what went in to the 'life' behind the racing and training. Trying to ‘break the barrier’ between the Pro and Club cyclist, with entertaining live streams, informative videos, casual chat and an awful lot of ridiculous performance orientated experimentation. Join me as I build up to my big cycling goals over the next year! On and off bike training, nutrition, race and travel adventures! If you are looking for something down to earth and different, this is it my friends!
Tour des Stations is happening at the end of the month, if you're looking for a Gran Fondo 😁 I remember how I was when I turned 30... just kidding, I don't remember 😆
Since you're sweaty ... If you get a house and it doesn't have a heat pump, get a heat pump! No matter what climate you live in these days, you should have one. Also, getting/borrowing a thermal camera so you can do insulation touch ups around the house is a real comfort and money saver. Awnings and deciduous trees/climbing plants (I use hops and grapes) are great for light-heat management. If you have forced air, make sure the filters aren't too thick that the fan can't move the air - cheaper is often better. If it doesn't have forced air, then a box fan in a corner somewhere with a filter tied over is a cheap alternative that goes a long way for keeping dust down. And, happy birthday!
I know it's probably a bit late for this year in terms of specific training but I'm sure you would make a great fist of the 3 peaks cyclocross----and I'll be quite embarrassed if you've already done it---😅.
Good work, but try La Bola next year. Better course, and around 1,000 riders, a lot more local riders than KTH www.elitechip.net/index.php?zwshow=compdet&idcomp=7011624&zwlng=en
Only just got around to watching this Ed and it was brilliant! I rode the IOM qualifier last year which was very similar, but steep at the start and then flatter at the top. Managed to qualify, mainly as there were only 3 of us in the 70-74 year old group, so I went t Glasgow and rode the Worlds TT which was amazing! I was going to ride again this year, but going to the IOM and then Aalborg was just too much to justify, so I'm saving it for 2027 when it's in France. You should try the IOM TT as it's right up your street, closed road from Ramsey up to the Bungalow, max 13% near the start. Hope to see you in the SW hill climbs in Autumn....
A very nice video Ed - Kudos 👍 I was there too (I did message you on Strava when I noticed that you were there). I was in the 60+ AG and should have done the shorter loop - but I did not see any 'obvious' junction and so , ended up doing the full 110-km loop, consequently I did not qualify in my AG. Hey ho - put it down to experience - this was the very 1st gravel race I have ever done and my 1st UCI event. I have entered another UCI Gravel event in Belgium where I hope to qualify. I too went down with a chest infection after the event - almost Covid symptoms (Breathlessness-runny nose and a cough) - Im only just getting over it now! I can totally echo your experience - it was a fantastic (though brutal) event. Keep your inspirational videos coming and give my regards to the Bynea CC crew (I was a Bynea member when I lived in Swansea). Take care buddy 👍
breathtaking views, i have a trip planned for late september and am even more excited after seeing your video. i also wanted to enquire about the ultrahuman air that you were wearing. is it a good product? should i look into buying it?
Well done Ed. I did my first gravel race a few weeks back. 110km on my 28 year old Scott hard tail. You’re right about the equipment choice being important but it’s not everything. Ride what you ride and enjoy.
