I can’t believe you didn’t head out to Highgate in North London for hills. Swains Lane is the only London hill to feature in Simon Withers’ best climbs. Ok, it’s not Hardnott, but it’s the best us townies can get. And it it is steep - about 15% through the main section.
You’d think being sponsored by Garmin, they’d be showing off the ‘Climb Pro’ feature of their Edge computers, up Swains Lane? But no, just pizza and coffee…. Plus, Brompton Docks do hire bikes as well.
The climb up to Alexandra palace is a good one. it averages at 5% gradient but the view from the top overlooks all of London. Muswell hill is round the corner too which is full of restaurants and cafe's. Would recommend if you find yourself in the North of London! Hampstead is nearby and a good spot to ride too
Agree. Seeing London by bicycle is fun. Visited a few years ago and rented a "real" bike and toured the sites. Would have been fun to see you and Jimmi rent Bromptons for the occasion. 🤗🇬🇧🚴♀️
Fab series really enjoyed it. I think, along with the usual content and the podcasts, this is my favourite channel at the moment. Keep doing what you’re doing!
Wasn’t looking forward to cycling through London from north to south, on my way to the start point for a recent London to Paris charity challenge ride (cycled to the start in Croydon from my home in N/East this time), having never cycled in London before, but have to say it was an absolute joy for all the reasons mentioned in this video.
Ride out to Greenwich park and Blackheath if you get a chance too. And don't forget a good lock if you leave your bike anywhere. Preferably, don't leave it anywhere you can't see it. Even if it is locked.
I am from Canada and I ride in London at least once a week. My favorite is when I go into the Tube section and climb the elevator. I typically get my max power in this section.
@3:45 Gravel track around Richmond Park is OK but for me 7/10 because you have to be carefully avoiding pedestrians with dogs and children, so on the declines speed limit below 20 km/h (12 mph) especially during good weather and sunny days. New Forest National Park is a paradise for gravel riding, so maybe next episode from there just less than 2h from London ;)
London is just a cool place to cycle especially if you get up early. The series should be longer, you totally missed Scotland, the South West and especially Yorkshire.
Is a lot of competition among cyclists in London, that's what i see the most. F@ck the road traffic and pedestrians and other bike riders, that is the rule.
For anyone going to Beigel Bake... I've seen it ONCE without a queue outside and that was last Sunday at half seven in the morning! Another quality blog guys!
also ive got a great gravel circuit for you in america. its gorgeous. the Green Circle Trail in Stevens Point Wisconsin. 36 mile course. doi it in under 2h 21m and you best me
I'm a Londoner and definitely think cycling in central London is very safe, yes you do get the dick heads as always but because you travel the same speed as cars its so much safer. Add into that the dedicated bike lanes, the bus lanes its great now. Just wish the outer borough's were as good but i think theyll get there.
I don't know if this has been adressed already, I would love to see an episode dealing with common cycling injuries. I've been struggling with cyclist/runner's knee for almost a year now and it's very frustrating, would love to hear about how others have dealt with it. All the best lads.
Go see a physio. I had issues with my knee that stopped me from riding. Essentially diagnosed as weak glutes and hip flexors putting a lot of pressure on my IT band causing further issues lower down. A month physio/activation work, twice weekly gym strength routine and I'm flying.
if you want some decent hill climbing in London, get down to Greenwich and do loops going down the Avenue in the Greenwich park and then back up Point hill to the west of the park!
No mention of La Ciclista as a café near Richmond Park, which is cycling specific and extra nice, even has indoor parking for bikes? It's near Mortlake train station. Didn't know Brick Lane had beige bagels
i went to London 1 week ago and ride the bike till i got lost 4-5 times and need to use gps to get back to "civilization " 3 session of 1 h+ ride and couple museums visit best s...t ever :)))
Makes me wanna fly BOAC and ride around your beautiful city and soak up the sights and history. And test the competitive fires at that riding facility, amazing. Thanks for the smile on a Sunday morning across the pond. 😀
@@johnnunn8688 I'm ready to board and see all the sights on my Raleigh three-speed, but I see nothing on the big board of arrivals and departures for BOAC. I'll just wait for Pan Am. 😀
Just some other suggestions: Thamesmead-Greenwich/Thames Path! Great coffee & cake at Greenwich! Shooters Hill to blast around off road, with proper gradients.
OK Francis…next time I’m in London you MUST take me on the scenic London tour or bust. Now…how do you compare riding In NYC to London? I recall feeling much safer there. Only one close call during a ride, which is about 5X less than NY (remember that ride through the Bronx?). Hugs from across the pond!
mmmm. Question: Not Londen ( tee hee hee "Lundun" ^^ ), but would you be interested to present ride around England or Wales along coastal paths? France, The Netherlands and in minor Belgium have popular coastal cycle paths, and now you leave me wondering for the UK, it being an island ^^. But I realize that the UK is a bit big for this kind of presentation.
Gr8 Video! I was recently in London for the weekend, on foot and visited the main attractions including Harrods and the McLaren showroom. I noticed how clean the air is due to the emissions exclusion zones and how litter free the streets of Westminster are! One of the destinations I unfortunately didn't get time to visit was the Fully Charged e bike shop further down Canary Wharf but I did see lots of LIME e bike and hire scooters available in the city centre. My trip encouraged me to take the plunge and buy a good fold up e bike, and I look forward to returning to London to do some of the cycling routes in this video :)
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You just missed the largest landmark in London, Pub "The Nag's Head" in Peckham.
Battersea power station is worth a ride to now. Yes it’s a little too like Canary Wharf with the security guards, cameras and bollards, but safe for bikers and the views are cool. The power station itself is beautiful. A ride back from Richmond park, via Putney, Wandsworth (admittedly some pretty naff bits ref cycle infra here) then along York road, on to Battersea park road on buttery tarmac in mainly segregated lanes. Enjoyed this Cade Media. ❤
Do you guys know a bikeshop in london that sells local bike caps with their own branding (or printing)? Sorry I'm no native English speaker, i hope you know what i mean, cheers!
Also, Critical Mass London every last Friday of the month, 7PM BFI Southbank. Or join an alleycat race to really experience London ;) Best bike culture cafe/pub is Hop Kingdom in Bermondsey!
