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The Pearson Journal
The 1860 Hub
Our view of the world, from the saddle.
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18 articles
Swinley Forest Gravel
Swinley forest is better known for its mountain biking rather than gravel, but nestled away in this forest west of London there is an expansive network of forest...
Autumn in the city
The perfect autumnal route taking in all of London's beautiful parks so you can witness the city as it changes colour.
River Lea Gravel
The banks of the River Lea in East London are stoked in history. Paths that were once used by horses to pull supply barges in and out of...
Testing Testing
GRAVEL 32.12KM 530M Ride Type Distance Elevation Gain The ideal test track for a gravel bike. A mix of on and off road sections to understand true capability....
SUNNY SURREY BEACH
This gravel loop takes you along part of the King Alfred's Way, through the scenic Devil's Punchbowl, and finally to a 'beach' in the heart of Surrey. Be sure to take...
WINDERMERE WANDER
Cycle around the famous Lake Windermere in the picturesque Lake District. A route that is best done in the morning or later evening as this tourist haven can...
HEAR THEM RINGING
This May route explores the blankets of Bluebells covering the Surrey Hills. Starting at Newlands corner, head out along the North Downs Way before dropping into Shere for a highly...
SURREY HILLS GRAVEL
Taking in the best challenging gravel in the Surrey Hills, this route by Mark James is one for the list. Although quite muddy in the winter this route...
EUAN'S ROUTE: THE HUB
This is a short hilly route created by Backstedt team member Euan Woodliffe that takes in the Chiltern Hills. It starts and ends at a great cafe called...
Urban Skirmish II
This route takes you out across Hammersmith Bridge and along the cycle superhighway through Kensington.
HIGH ROADS AND LOW ROADS
GRAVEL 30KM 260M Ride Type Distance Elevation Gain Starting and ending in Princess Street, beneath the gaze of Edinburgh Castle, this loop promises to reveal the city's magnificence,...
LOVELACE BRIDGES LOOP
GRAVEL 28.5KM 320M Ride Type Distance Elevation Gain The Surrey Hills have many a hidden gem, recently our colleague Jess went exploring and found the Lovelace bridges. Back...
Urban Skirmish
This urban route takes you into the city, through Kensington Gardens, past Buckingham Palace, Westminster and along the Thames. Taking in the wonderful sights that London has to...
Pedal Into Christmas
It's the most wonderful ride of the year. The London Christmas lights are one of a kind, this Pearson route starts at Westminster and takes you past the...
In And Out Of The Big Smoke
Starting at Tower Hill and ending at the Pearson Cycles shop, this 30km route promises to highlight some of the best sightseeing that London has to offer.
Lee Valley Velopark Road Circuit
Lee Valley VeloPark’s one mile floodlit road circuit is cycling's very own premium road in the heart of East London.
Tour de Avoriaz
Amazing Alpine vistas from every angle, climb the hairpins to Les Lindarets ‘goat village’ and through the pine forest to the spectacle of 1960s Le Corbusier influenced architecture...
Thames Pathfinder
From Pearson Performance Sheen, 50km through Richmond Park, Wimbledon Common, Thames Tow Path, Bushy Park and back through Richmond. Almost entirely off-road!