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The Pearson Journal
The 1860 Hub
Our view of the world, from the saddle.
cycling
63 articles
The Dirty Winza (Editors Cut).
A beauty of a mainly off-road route (with the odd road stretch) out along the Thames via Weybridge and Basingstoke canal to Deepcut.
What have the Romans ever done for us?
This route sets off through Wimbledon Common, along the Hogsmeade River to Epsom Common. Follow the Roman road down to Box Hill, then across towards Ranmore where you join...
The bicycle. A golden opportunity to change gear.
Despite such a terrible backdrop of the Covid crisis, this is truly a golden opportunity to make cycling a serious part of our daily transport. Not just for...
Life On Mars
This ride takes its name from a Strava section on the route, called Life on Mars. Quite apt we thought when the world feels like a slightly alien...
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!
Pearson Inside Out Gravel Series
GRAVEL 52KM 337M Ride Type Distance Elevation Gain The route promises to introduce even the most experienced navigators to a ride which spans lesser know paths and tracks...
Survival of the Fittest: The Evolution of Man. (And Bib Tights…)
Responsibly designed from recycled materials, Pearson’s new cold-weather bib tights offer exceptional comfort and performance. They are built around a unique pad, whose construction is informed by a...
Gravel Unravelled Evening. Pearson Sheen
A demystification of gravel riding for all types of rider interested in this exciting new form of cycling. Talks and experiences from experts and newly adopted gravel riders.
Stiffen the Sinews: An Alternative Guide to Wellbeing.
The phrase ‘stiffen the sinews’ first entered popular consciousness in 1599, when William Shakespeare’s Henry V galvanised his countrymen on the eve of a fictional battle of Agincourt....
When Adventure Comes Calling
Our new Adventure products are created for customers who take the road less travelled.
Sustainable cycling and the next generation
Christmas is a time for family, andPearson 1860has been a family cycling business for 160 years. Now in the hands of a fifth generation, we hope future Pearsons...
In the beginning. 1860 a year in brief.
When Tom Pearson, our founder, first opened for business, in 1860, he probably thought his humble bike shop was a low-key affair. At least compared with what else...
Introducing the 160 Year Old Cyclist
After over a century and a half in business, it still comes back to the same things - be kind and look after your customers. We’ve had one...
Test Your Mettle
At Pearson, we design the bikes in our Road collection to ensure you get the most from your riding experience. We design them to provide an optimal position,...
Origin Stories
Pearson bikes are designed with personality and to celebrate all aspects of our national character. So, when it comes to choosing their names, we take inspiration from some...