Welcome to Cycle For Your Life – a space where I share my journey through cycle touring, photography, podcasts, and honest reflections on life. This isn’t just about cycling; it’s about the stories, the people, and the lessons gathered along the road. Because much like cycling, life rarely goes exactly to plan.

From the punishing climbs of Mont Ventoux to the tranquil backroads of Thailand, every ride brings its own challenges and revelations. Through my photography, I capture the raw beauty of the landscapes and the unpredictable moments that shape each adventure.

?️ Podcasts – Join me for unfiltered conversations and tales from the saddle. From personal stories like “How Cycling Saved My Life” to interviews with fellow adventurers, each episode offers a glimpse into the world of life on two wheels.

? Shit Happens – Because not every ride or life itself goes as planned. This section is dedicated to the breakdowns, wrong turns, and chance encounters that make both cycling and life’s journey unforgettable.

Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist chasing new challenges, a photography lover drawn to the road’s beauty, or simply someone looking for inspiration, you’ll find something here.

So, clip in and join me as I pedal through life – one climb, one story, and one mile at a time.

My Blogs

Rainbows over Alhambra

12th July 2013

So I finally arrived in Granada after a long hard slog but it was so worth it. I headed for the city centre looking for the tourist office. I’ve now learnt that this is always the first point of call. I asked the very helpful chap for the top five attractions. He promptly circled on

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Motril to Granada

12th July 2013

Hill hell to Granada but it was worth it.

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The wonders of powered transport

11th July 2013

I’m gonna make this short and sweet. A two day tour of Andalusia on powered wheels. AloraArdales and the lakesTebaOlveraSetenil Las BodegasRondaParque Natural Sierra De Grazalema

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Back on the road

11th July 2013

MooSo my little holiday from my holiday has come to an end. I said my good byes and hit the road with a plan to go to Granada. So off I headed to Malaga train station and when I arrived went straight to the ticket office, where I was told that I needed to leave

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Mijas blues festival

5th July 2013

A full weekend of hot sticky in blues in Mijas. This free concert is on Friday thru to Sunday night and is in Plaza Virgen De La Pena. 

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Medieval festival in Leon Spain

4th July 2013

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Last night with the Greens

3rd July 2013

Tonight is my last night with the Green family. I have really enjoyed my time with them a made friends with the amazing Caitlin who will be the most talented horse rider that ever lived and superstar Jack who is very funny and who is really good at washing dishes…lol. Seriously.. They have made me

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Chillaxing

3rd July 2013

In the absence of doing any form of strenuous activities such as cycling 50 miles a day in 33c heat I thought I would work hard doing nothing on the beach. Yesterday I did take a Train ride in to Malaga to buy some shoes. There are many things I like about being on the

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Marbella and the Costa Del Sol

29th June 2013

Today I rode in to Marbella and I was surprised to find that this popular holiday resort seems to retain a lot of its Mediterranean charm. I was half expecting a complete sellout to the tourist but found this Spanish Rivera to hold on to it roots. Its clear to see that Marbella is the

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Calahonda Green

28th June 2013

Its just coming up to a month since I started my cycling adventure. I have ridden through parts if northern Spain, the west coast of Portugal and then back in to Spain which took me to Sevilla. I then took a train Malage where I called an old friend who moved over here five years ago

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