James Warrener's Blog Posts

From tens to a near century

After managing my way through chaos in recent weeks, it was time to ride 97 miles…
Mon, Sep 08, 2014 16:13
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From tens to a near century

After managing my way through chaos in recent weeks, it was time to ride 97 miles…
Mon, Sep 08, 2014 16:13
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Cancellara, a man for all seasons?

After his latest alleged outburst, is “Spartacus” all that?
Wed, Aug 27, 2014 08:08
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Cancellara, a man for all seasons?

After his latest alleged outburst, is “Spartacus” all that?
Wed, Aug 27, 2014 08:08
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That Sinking Feeling

After a winter of discontent but a summer of encouragement, the time trial season catches up with me!
Thu, Aug 07, 2014 15:32
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That Sinking Feeling

After a winter of discontent but a summer of encouragement, the time trial season catches up with me!
Thu, Aug 07, 2014 15:32
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A hand me down…

In my desperation to do a deal at home and get a new shiny bike, I had to pass on my trusty old steed to the Missus as she takes up the sport.
Thu, Jul 17, 2014 15:45
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A hand me down…

In my desperation to do a deal at home and get a new shiny bike, I had to pass on my trusty old steed to the Missus as she takes up the sport.
Thu, Jul 17, 2014 15:45
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Riding to the Tour is an ambition fulfilled

A group of 40 riders rode from Yaxley to Cambridge yesterday before returning home to a reception in honour of Le Tour
Tue, Jul 08, 2014 14:50
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Riding to the Tour is an ambition fulfilled

A group of 40 riders rode from Yaxley to Cambridge yesterday before returning home to a reception in honour of Le Tour
Tue, Jul 08, 2014 14:50
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Is cycling getting like football?

There is plenty of evidence creeping online that cycling and its fans are getting a bit “Premiership Football” over certain issues…
Mon, Jun 09, 2014 15:54
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Is cycling getting like football?

There is plenty of evidence creeping online that cycling and its fans are getting a bit “Premiership Football” over certain issues…
Mon, Jun 09, 2014 15:54
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#Timmertime (5 years on!!)

Your correspondent has watch Albert Timmer’s career develop and over the weekend it looked like he might nail the big win…
Tue, May 27, 2014 13:18
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#Timmertime (5 years on!!)

Your correspondent has watch Albert Timmer’s career develop and over the weekend it looked like he might nail the big win…
Tue, May 27, 2014 13:18
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The good old “what bike for a grand” debate…

Having £1000 to spend on a bicycle seems like a dream come true. But I am finding ways to make it complicated…as usual.
Tue, Apr 29, 2014 11:07
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The good old “what bike for a grand” debate…

Having £1000 to spend on a bicycle seems like a dream come true. But I am finding ways to make it complicated…as usual.
Tue, Apr 29, 2014 11:07
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Thoughts on the cobbled classics…

They have been and gone already but how do the 2014 editions of the Ronde and Paris -Roubaix stack up?
Wed, Apr 16, 2014 12:41
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Thoughts on the cobbled classics…

They have been and gone already but how do the 2014 editions of the Ronde and Paris -Roubaix stack up?
Wed, Apr 16, 2014 12:41
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Stage Racing guide

Stage racing is exciting and different. After writing a guide for new fans on the classics, I have had a stab at the intricacies of multi day events.
Fri, Mar 07, 2014 14:20
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Stage Racing guide

Stage racing is exciting and different. After writing a guide for new fans on the classics, I have had a stab at the intricacies of multi day events.
Fri, Mar 07, 2014 14:20
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Sorting out a new kit.

Picking a supplier, sourcing the kit and getting the samples, a busy time for the group
Fri, Feb 14, 2014 16:25
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Sorting out a new kit.

Picking a supplier, sourcing the kit and getting the samples, a busy time for the group
Fri, Feb 14, 2014 16:25
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Boost for Peterborough cycling community with the creation of race team

Peterborough cycling has much to be buoyant about in 2014 with a great race and social scene. It now boasts a semi-pro race team.
Tue, Jan 21, 2014 11:52
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Boost for Peterborough cycling community with the creation of race team

Peterborough cycling has much to be buoyant about in 2014 with a great race and social scene. It now boasts a semi-pro race team.
Tue, Jan 21, 2014 11:52
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Reliability Ride proves a massive hit (UPDATED WITH LINK TO EVENT PHOTOS)

Yaxley Riders hosted its first even this weekend and the reliability trial proved a big appetite for cycling in the village and surrounding area.
Mon, Jan 20, 2014 14:48
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Reliability Ride proves a massive hit (UPDATED WITH LINK TO EVENT PHOTOS)

Yaxley Riders hosted its first even this weekend and the reliability trial proved a big appetite for cycling in the village and surrounding area.
Mon, Jan 20, 2014 14:48
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Some things change you…

James has found himself ditching a favourite brand to get some new gear
Wed, Jan 15, 2014 11:58
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Some things change you…

James has found himself ditching a favourite brand to get some new gear
Wed, Jan 15, 2014 11:58
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How to explain the season…

As part of encouraging fellow “Yaxley Riders” to join the road.cc fantasy cycling, I am breaking down the events to try and demystify the sport for any newbies.
Tue, Jan 14, 2014 15:44
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How to explain the season…

As part of encouraging fellow “Yaxley Riders” to join the road.cc fantasy cycling, I am breaking down the events to try and demystify the sport for any newbies.
Tue, Jan 14, 2014 15:44
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What is it about this winter?

I have read a million and one theories about why there are more crashes this winter… here is my summary.
Sun, Jan 05, 2014 14:28
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What is it about this winter?

I have read a million and one theories about why there are more crashes this winter… here is my summary.
Sun, Jan 05, 2014 14:28
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A leap into the unknown

After nigh on two decades in the same club colours, James is pushing the envelope
Wed, Nov 27, 2013 12:21
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A leap into the unknown

After nigh on two decades in the same club colours, James is pushing the envelope
Wed, Nov 27, 2013 12:21
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If the winter is going to be as bad as they say…

The forecasters say we are about to see artic conditions… what can we do to help?
Thu, Nov 21, 2013 13:52
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If the winter is going to be as bad as they say…

The forecasters say we are about to see artic conditions… what can we do to help?
Thu, Nov 21, 2013 13:52
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Ch-ch-ch-changes….

A new an interesting challenge is an overused work in life and sport. Its true here though.
Wed, Nov 13, 2013 12:24
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Ch-ch-ch-changes….

A new an interesting challenge is an overused work in life and sport. Its true here though.
Wed, Nov 13, 2013 12:24
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My year 2013.

Jimmy has had some special and terrible moments this year. It’s certainly never dull…
Fri, Oct 25, 2013 15:36
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My year 2013.

Jimmy has had some special and terrible moments this year. It’s certainly never dull…
Fri, Oct 25, 2013 15:36
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Le Tour 2014 – Route Speculation

The Tour route for 2014 is published in full in a few days time. Here are some hopes and speculation on the composition of that Parcours.
Thu, Oct 17, 2013 16:15
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Le Tour 2014 – Route Speculation

The Tour route for 2014 is published in full in a few days time. Here are some hopes and speculation on the composition of that Parcours.
Thu, Oct 17, 2013 16:15
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The off season rest.

An end of season tradition see cleats dumped for trainers, but is it good for the mind and soul?
Fri, Oct 04, 2013 14:05
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The off season rest.

An end of season tradition see cleats dumped for trainers, but is it good for the mind and soul?
Fri, Oct 04, 2013 14:05
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SAVE TOMMY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

With Vacansoleil/DCM continuing in a much smaller vein in 2014, how has one of the sports most attacking riders been left potentially out of work?
Thu, Oct 03, 2013 13:54
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SAVE TOMMY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

With Vacansoleil/DCM continuing in a much smaller vein in 2014, how has one of the sports most attacking riders been left potentially out of work?
Thu, Oct 03, 2013 13:54
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Complete Tour of Britain Diary from Node 4/Giordana pro Steve Lampier

Domestic pro Steve Lampier rode to a top 20 position in the Tour of Britain over the weekend. Here is his tale…
Tue, Sep 24, 2013 13:14
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Complete Tour of Britain Diary from Node 4/Giordana pro Steve Lampier

Domestic pro Steve Lampier rode to a top 20 position in the Tour of Britain over the weekend. Here is his tale…
Tue, Sep 24, 2013 13:14
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Opening weekend thoughts.

What have we learned from the opening weekend of the big one?
Mon, Jul 01, 2013 15:04
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Opening weekend thoughts.

What have we learned from the opening weekend of the big one?
Mon, Jul 01, 2013 15:04
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