“Hardest Race I’ve ever done”
Read moreThat was a quote at the finish from a pro rider in the same group as what Carl and Andrew were riding with at the 2 day, 3 stage, Peaks National B Stage race. Here we have a report...
“Rapid Rich” Stalag IV-B Trip
Read moreAs my Dad leant unsteadily on his crutches, in a cornfield in Touffreville, Normandy telling his young grandchildren the enthralling story of his nocturnal arrival into France 75 years ago to that day, and as they gazed up, mesmerised...
Can a hairy legged, middle aged MTB’er beat the British Everesting Record ?
Read moreDuring lockdown, racing was curtailed for many, the MTB’er in question was champing at the bit to show his form but alas no stage to show it on. After a bit of to and fro with the Coach, both...
Goals, Goals, Goals and hopefully no own Goals
Read moreIt may come to surprise some of you but I used to play football, mostly left back. Yes, yes I can hear the sniggering now. I once even scored a beaut with my left foot by trying to clear...
Hill Climb introduction
Read moreKnow the layout First off, know what the climb is like, where it is in conjunction to where you’ll be parked and where the HQ is. Arrive about 2 hrs before the event starts. Personally I like to...
WestSide Boys do Dirty reiver
Read moreWell it wasn’t how I had planned (doing a Dumoulin and an endo) to do my first Gravel event, however it was a great but gruelling experience. Let me recap on what I mean by planned! Earlier in 2019...
Andrew to 1st Cat
Read moreThis is the view most have had of Andrew Kirby all Summer racing for @73degreesbicycles @westside_coaching rt. Getting in the breaks, mixing it up. So proud of all the hard work he has put in not only physically but...
Cross is boss
Read moreThe Mens @73degreesbicycles and Westside Coaching CX hit squad went out looking for scalps last Sunday on a greasy course, so the mud tubs got put on for the first time this winter. Jared Linden got onto the Senior...
Cyclocross Coaching
Read moreCX coaching tomorrow, get your skills dialled before the race season kicks off this weekend.
Hill Climb Programme
Read moreGet on our Hill Climb Programme with 16 weeks to target weaknesses, hone your form and work on pacing strategies.
You can turn things around
Read moreSo it’s been a bit of an odd January here at WestSide Coaching. It started off with plenty of CX skills work in preparation for the National Championships. All was going well, skill levels improving therefore confidence improving then...
Christmas Planning with Westside Coaching
Read moreThe Jan Ullrich approach to your early season training isn’t for everyone and we are about to enter the most dangerous time of the year for those of us that enjoy, well, Pudding! Here is how to survive the...
UK Anti Doping accredited
Read moreI’m happy to announce that I am now a UK Anti Doping accredited advisor. My athletes already know I have a strong stance on clean sport but the course has helped me to learn lots of new things.
Western Cyclocross League
Read more73 Degrees Bicycles / WestSide Coaching race team are looking good on the Junior, Senior and Vets front at the Western CX League. . Last Sunday the team were at Cheltenham, Ben was leading the Vets race into the...
Hill Climb package
Read moreI am currently offering a 3 month Hill Climb training package. Get yours now and be ready to hit those Hills hard. The WTTA Hill Climb Series starts in September and goes all the way to the British National...
Mountain Mayhem 24 hr Mtb race
Read moreA cracking weekends weather with a fantastic result for 73 Degrees Bicycles Keynsham/WestSide Coaching rt. With a combined age of 83, Simon and Glyn entered the very last Mountain Mayhem 24 hr Mtb race. Good organisation, race prep and...
Rider progression
Read moreAs a coach it’s not only great to see a rider progress and enjoy their working relationship but of course it does ultimately come down to performances.
73 Degrees Bikes, WestSide Coaching Hardrider 2017
Read moreOn Sunday we ran the Hardest Hardrider Time Trial in the West. A challenging 30 mile course over the Mendips. Tavis Walker took the win for the Men and Kate Mactear took a narrow win for the ladies. Here...