Bike Corris

06/01/2024

My new suspension is better.

But “Why is it better?”…?

Rather than lapse into “generic influencer” waffle, I’ve turned to one of my favourite technical writers for inspiration.

Search (on Google, not here) to see what I’m on about this time…

06/01/2024

First ride out since Boxing Day.
The only PB’s I’ve managed to push this Christmas is the amount of cheese a man can eat. Feeling sluggish on the bike, but managed to hit some lesser ridden Dyfi rock ffest as well as the Corris Classics.

SRAM and Rockshox kit especially impressive in the harsh rocks.

Proper words on “why it’s better” will come when I’ve worked out why it’s better.

06/01/2024

Early start to join James for our first family at Dolgellau.

Really welcoming crowd. Great fun.

Shame the t-shirt still holds true…

05/01/2024

05/01/2024

Bore Da!

First sun in about 3 weeks.

02/01/2024

For Sale.
Rockshox Domain 170mm 29er forks.
Approx 300km use. Good condition
203mm steerer.
£300 posted

Chris King Aheadset
Sat in a draw for ages. Still smooth
EC49/40 size. CHECK YOUR BIKE (was on my Santa Cruz 5010 Alu)
£75 posted

01/01/2024

Happy New Year!

What better way to start 2024 than by fitting out the might Rocket with all the top-end trimmings that SRAMta has brought from Christmas!

Sublimely Stoked to be supported by SRAM MTB and rolling on all the tinsel and baubles this year.

First impressions are very, very good:
Installation and setup of the AXS parts was extremely simple and soothing, even after a couple of sherries.

Out on the trail, the Roxkshox Ultimate suspension appears to have unlocked another level of subtlety and flow, especially in the festive conditions of the steep local tracks.

This is like stepping up from the LX version of a car to the GTI!

There’s only one part of the bike left to improve - me! Hoping I can train to do it all justice.

Thanks SRAM!

29/12/2023

Significant bike related NOTICE coming soon…

28/12/2023

Sufficiently stoked that Dyfi Valley has won the readers’ poll as Best Destination to ride.

I think this recognises the dedication, vision and hard graft that has gone into the area over the last 40 years.

Most interesting is now the area has evolved with the sport - from 80’s/90’s dawn of the sport with carving the first lines in the woods and Jed’s pointing people to the hills…

Then through the massive and “Enduros” (now marathons) to the ski-piste model of today’s riding, with national level trails hosting the .

And of course, has brought a world class DH venue right to the middle of it!

Most importantly, it’s created a great community of riders, cafes and businesses, and a wonderful place to call home for the last 13 years.

Diolch Dyfi

(I would have done better graphics, but my kids are on a harsh Selection Pack comedown…)

28/12/2023

Great to see (at least!) 30 years of dedication to the ride recognised!

It’s a great place to be.

27/12/2023

Want to improve your riding and see the very best Dyfi has to ride?

Book in with Rikki today!

26/12/2023

Stoked to keep the Boxing Day Ride tradition going with a real XC treat somewhere in the Dyfi headwaters.

Thanks to for a magic route!

25/12/2023

Somehow, this decoration has survived.

Stay merry.

22/12/2023

Does your village get together for Santa behind an L200 and to ask a cockerel to summon light for the next year?

If not, you can always call at Ceinws!

Top fun.

22/12/2023

Happy Solstice all.

20/12/2023

NOTICE:

My friends are having a clearout of their warehouse.

There’s a couple of great frame / bike deals for smaller riders, plus loads of bargains on new drivetrain and brake sets.

Grab a deal!

20/12/2023

Big thanks to Dafydd for hosting the annual (ish) ride with pizza and drinks social!

Cheers to the Tuesday Night Crew for another top year!

19/12/2023

Christmas has come early!
Massive thanks to for supplying a full set of top-end components for my rides.

First impressions are immense: it just works, well, all the time - making each ride more fun.

Diolch and Nadolig Llawen!

17/12/2023

Went for a ride.

16/12/2023

Let it snow…

Ski Bike Mk.2 in build.

14/12/2023

Good night Belfast, and thank you for having me.

I have been blown away by the welcome and passion from the MTB community, and sincerely hope my work can play a part in helping the future of the sport in NI.

Massive thank you to all who have organised, shown, met, ridden and drank coffee with me this week.

08/12/2023

Very proud to be working for one of the most forward thinking bodies in the bicycle world.

Scottish Governing Body of the Year 🥳

This award is shared by so many people. A few of our leadership team and board collected it, but it wouldn’t have been possible without our whole staff team & our amazing cycling community 💙

07/12/2023

So pleased to finally see a installation.

02/12/2023

Morning!

01/12/2023

What a week!
630 miles.
4 presentations
3 land managers’ meetings
1 riders’ workshop
Some dereliction, clutter and old cars.
And several hundred waterfowl.

This job certainly is varied!

28/11/2023

Busy day learning about the unique setup that is the in deepest Surrey.

Big thanks to for showing me around after the meeting and explaining what makes this area so special.

I also now understand why so many good riders from this neck of the woods! Tasty trails!

Looking forward to a busy day of meeting tomorrow, then an evening workshop - if you are a local rider, please pop along! See for more details and to register. There will be more updates as the project progresses.

26/11/2023

Let’s see how deep this rabbit hole goes…

25/11/2023

It’s time to

SRAM are funding the which I’m running for for the next three years. They are not only paying my wages, but also for professional assistance from and other experts as required.

This kind of foresight makes the project a world first, hopefully giving as much benefit to as many people as possible in the riding community.

They have also sent me some nice things for the bike. Looking forward to getting these installed!

25/11/2023

First frost this morning.

But don’t worry! Both our Cabans have a cosy 5kW log burner, and we are offering a Bottomless Basket of firewood for all off-season bookings!

When will you visit?

22/11/2023

Very happy with how my first ever has come out with Singletrack Mountain Bike Magazine.

If you’d like to know more about the , please take a listen and follow DMBinS for updates as they happen!

21/11/2023

Winter tip 74:
Always pack a “faff jacket” and hat. I use a Mountain Hardware synthetic down jacket in XL so I can throw it on top of my other kit, and a woolly hat knitted by Barbara in Corris.

Also make sure you pack your “after lunch gloves”. Slipping your fingers into a warm, dry pair of gloves makes a world of difference to your day!

20/11/2023

A few more shots from out weekend of !

19/11/2023

Day two on our “Corris to Coed and back again” tour started wet and got wetter!

Luckily the can easily handle the water, and the recently refurbished provided the coffee and cake!

Big respect to those who make a living from !

18/11/2023

Lovely day with old Uni mates exploring a multi day ride from Corris to

and from Roberts made it even better!

18/11/2023

Getting together with old friends?
Why not eat and drink and stay

17/11/2023

Delighted to report a strong return to form at Coed y Brenin cafe today. Sioned’s home-made pie is a real treat, and the burgers are delicious.

I’m not convinced the ride burned the calories though! Should have gone further!

16/11/2023

Tomorrow is taking on this massive challenge for men’s mental health as part of

Please can you give him a cheer, cuppa or even some money via his BioLink.

15/11/2023

get the message!

Please see for full information on the UK Tour!

14/11/2023

Tuesday