Second Gear

Weekend rides, coffee stops, and slowly learning to love hills.

2026-10-12 · Long ride

My first 100 km ride (and the bonk at km 82)

Everything went to plan until it didn't. Notes on pacing, food, and the hill nobody warned me about.

2026-07-03 · Maintenance

A clean drivetrain is quieter, faster and lasts longer. Here is the routine I settled on.

2026-02-15 · Training

When it rains for a week, these indoor workouts keep me sane.

2025-11-29 · Coffee

A cyclist's priorities: bike rack, outdoor seating, and a decent flat white.