More Than 21 Bends

23/04/2025

Welcome back to Day 2 of my Paris-Roubaix adventure! This is where the Hell of the North earns its name-punishing pavé, mechanical mayhem, and leg-sapping sectors that test even the toughest riders. Today's ride had it all: my crank nearly fell off, I battled cobbled roads fit for a pro race, and fought brutal headwinds across Roubaix's less famous Cobble Sectors.

🔥 Highlights:

✔️ Crank Catastrophe! My non-drive side arm came loose-can I fix it mid-ride?
✔️ Quiévy to Saint-Python Sector – A true cobbles challenge, 3.7km of bone-rattling pavé!
✔️ Jean-Luc Derche Pavé – Short but savage, a hidden gem in the Paris-Roubaix route.
✔️ Verchain-Maugré à Quérénaing – Try saying that while bouncing across cobbled roads at 40km/h!
✔️ 28°C Heat & Headwinds – The North of France threw everything at me!

Will my Arisun tires hold up? Will my Sensah shifting survive? And most importantly… will my backside make it through? Keep watching to find out!

This isn't just a bike ride-it's a Roubaix experience that pushes limits. If you're planning your own Hell of the North ride, take notes!

Watch here

Can My Monster Gravel Bike Handle The Brutal Paris-Roubaix Course?
https://youtu.be/_CXuMtxAeTM

Monster Gravel Bikes

Welcome back to Day 2 of my Paris-Roubaix adventure! This is where the Hell of the North earns its name-punishing pavé, mechanical mayhem, and leg-sapping se...

17/04/2025

300 euro AliExpress Hardtail conversion vs the Hell of the North
10 cobbled sectors. 1 budget beast. Frites and Sausage,
TPU tubes, ghost shifting, and 55psi of pure chaos.
Did it survive Roubaix? Or explode in the Arenberg?

Conquering The Paris Roubaix Cobbles Of Arenberg On A Low Budget Bike

Can €300 of AliExpress Hardtail upgrades Survive the Hell of the North? | my Paris Roubaix Challenge 2025We’re taking on the legendary Paris Roubaix route — ...

15/04/2025

Join us for the cycling experience of a lifetime in the French Alps this August and support Croí’s lifesaving work! 🚴‍♂️⛰

The information pack is available for the Alpine Cycling Challenge, in support of Croí Heart and Stroke Charity. The challenge will take place from Thursday, August 21st, to Tuesday, August 26th, 2025.

During the four-day tour you will climb some of the most famous climbs in the Tour de France in a truly unique cycling experience.

For more information and pricing, visit
croi.ie/alpinecyclingchallenge, and to request a booking form with full details and terms and conditions, please email [email protected].

Watch highlights from last year - https://youtu.be/wtVBsbUU-gg?si=udY5GEet-PAqtbBs 🎥

Tour Partner: More Than 21 Bends

13/04/2025

Wow how fast are these guys. Paris Roubaix men ride through sector 28 in a flash

Paris Roubaix 2025 Sector 28

Join me on sector 28 as the Paris Roubaix 2025 men’s race flies by. Who will win ? #

12/04/2025

NEW VIDEO: “CARREFOUR DE L’ARBRE vs. MY ALIEXPRESS KILLER BIKE”

Spoiler: The cobbles won. Again. !! Just

At 54 years old, I took my 13th attempt at conquering Paris-Roubaix’s most infamous sector—Carrefour de l’Arbre—on a bike held together by €300 of AliExpress “upgrades.”

👇 WATCH TO SEE:
🔧 Budget parts vs. pro-level cobbles
⏱️ 6 seconds

💀 COMMENT:
Would YOU trust AliExpress parts on Carrefour?

▶️ Watch the full carnage here: [https://youtu.be/ubzgmWDIgEU?si=QP9u-gk9pzod_tYU]

10/04/2025

Paris Roubaix. Love to hate the pavé. Each year I say it’s the last time each year I come back

08/04/2025

Wow it’s done. The Paris Roubaix hard tail to gravel bike budget rebuild is completed. Let me know what you think of it by watching episode 3 now

Is It Possible To REBUILD a Paris-Roubaix Bike on a TIGHT Budget?
https://youtu.be/Y51f9OIqgfM

Stay tuned for episode 4 for it’s first go on the Roubaix cobbles

Episode 3 : Can a budget AliExpress hardtail bike rebuild conquer the infamous Paris-Roubaix cobbled roads? Join my Roubaix journey as I transform a 2015 har...

02/04/2025

Budget components against the brutal cobbles of Paris Roubaix. What will win ? Part 2 of my Paris Roubaix hard tail conversion is out now. Will I get it finished? Probably not !

In part 2 I continue to convert my 2015 hardtail for the ultimate cobbles challenge-armed with affordable AliExpress upgrades and a lot of optimism.This isn'...

26/03/2025

Well in this weeks video I’m converting my hard tail mountain bike into a Paris Roubaix cobblestone tamer. Will I be successful? Who knows watch part one of this two part series now…

I'm CONVERTING my hardtail mountain bike for the Paris Roubaix COBBLES

I've been riding the Paris-Roubaix cobbles since 2013-on everything from carbon race bikes to gravel rigs. This time? I'm rebuilding my trusty 2014 hardtail ...

19/03/2025

What happens when you take your Origine Cycles Trail gravel bike to a Tour de France time trial?

Spoiler: Chaos, headwinds, and a whole lot of questionable life choices. 🚴‍♂️💨

Join me as I tackle the 2025 Tour de France Caen Time Trial—a stage packed with history, technical twists, and Normandy’s infamous winds. From the medieval streets of Caen to the rolling countryside and a sneaky off-road detour, this ride is anything but ordinary.

Oh, and did I mention it’s Caen’s 1000th anniversary? Yeah, this city has seen a lot, but it’s never seen a gravel bike in a time trial. 😅

Hit play to see if I survive the wind, the climbs, and my own bike choice. And don’t forget to like, comment, and share if you’d rather tackle this on a gravel bike or stick to something a little more umm… aero

Join me as I take on the 2025 Tour de France Caen Time Trial on my Origine Trail () gravel / bikepacking bike! 🚴‍♂️💨 This stage is a rolle...

14/03/2025

From ALPE D'HUEZ to MONT VENTOUX : Two legendary climbs : The Ultimate Cycling Adventure Awaits

Two of the most legendary climbs in cycling. One unforgettable journey.

Imagine pedaling up the 21 hairpin bends of Alpe d’Huez, where cycling history is written with every turn. Picture yourself conquering Mont Ventoux, the towering Giant of Provence, its barren summit a true test of endurance and willpower. This tour isn’t just a ride—it’s a rite of passage.

Join us as we take on some of the most iconic roads in France. With full support, stunning landscapes, and the camaraderie of fellow cyclists, this is your chance to experience cycling at its finest. Ready to take on the challenge click below to find out more information about this holiday !

This tour will run on the following dates :
13th September 2025 until 20th September 2025
13th June 2026 until 20th June 2026
12th September 2026 until 19th September 2026
Custom tour dates are also available for groups of cyclist please contact us for more information

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From Alpe d’Huez to Mont Ventoux: The Ultimate Cycling Adventure Awaits Click here to contact us to check AVAILABILITY There are few cycling routes in the world that evoke as much awe, respect, and…

12/03/2025

Cycling Through Normandy’s D-Day Past—An Unforgettable Ride ⚔️

Some cycling routes are about the challenge. Others are about the scenery. But this one? It was about history.

I took my gravel bike deep into Normandy’s D-Day past, riding across battlefields, past forgotten bunkers, and along the same roads where history was made 80 years ago. It was eerie, humbling, and one of the most powerful rides I’ve ever done.

What’s the most historic place you’ve ever cycled? Would you do a ride like this?

📽️ Watch the full ride here →

Join me on an unforgettable adventure as I put the () OrigineTrail gravel bike through its paces for the first time, exploring the historic re...

07/03/2025

Win a free cycling map !

Watch the start of my latest YouTube video to find out what you need to do..........

https://youtu.be/yYHi0DYpvH8

05/03/2025

My Origine Trail backpacking bike if finally finished. Check it out below. If you watch the film you will also have the chance to win one of my exclusive maps.

In this episode, things got a little too hands-on with my Origine Trail gravel bikepacking build. From bizarre cable routing to power tools, this build teste...

05/03/2025

26/02/2025

Watch as I continue to struggle with my Origine Trail Bike Build (Episode 3)

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22/02/2025

Join us for the cycling experience of a lifetime in the French Alps this August and support Croí’s lifesaving work! 🚴‍♂️⛰

The information pack is now available for the Alpine Cycling Challenge, in support of Croí Heart and Stroke Charity. The challenge will take place from Thursday, August 21st, to Tuesday, August 26th, 2025.

During the four-day tour you will climb some of the most famous climbs in the Tour de France in a truly unique cycling experience.

For more information and pricing, visit
croi.ie/alpinecyclingchallenge, and to request a booking form with full details and terms and conditions, please email [email protected].

Tour Partner: More Than 21 Bends