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Cycling Japan: Scenic Routes, Gear Reviews, and Custom Cycling Gifts

KNOG Big Cobber Rear Light Review: In-Depth Video & Day/Night Light Mode Test

KNOG Big Cobber Rear Light Review: In-Depth Video & Day/Night Light Mode Test

Mr Tim

My brand-new, shiny rear light! A full review will follow after I’ve used it for a month. My decision to buy the Knog Big Cobber Rear Light was heavily influenced...

KNOG Big Cobber Rear Light Review: In-Depth Video & Day/Night Light Mode Test

Mr Tim

My brand-new, shiny rear light! A full review will follow after I’ve used it for a month. My decision to buy the Knog Big Cobber Rear Light was heavily influenced...

Cycling in Kanagawa: Best Shops for New and Used Bikes, Plus Bianchi Gear

Cycling in Kanagawa: Best Shops for New and Used Bikes, Plus Bianchi Gear

Mr Tim

Cycling is incredibly popular in Japan, with the country being exceptionally well-served by a wide range of bike stores, from large chains to specialist local bike shops (LBS). As an...

Cycling in Kanagawa: Best Shops for New and Used Bikes, Plus Bianchi Gear

Mr Tim

Cycling is incredibly popular in Japan, with the country being exceptionally well-served by a wide range of bike stores, from large chains to specialist local bike shops (LBS). As an...

Tire Pressure Guide: Optimize Your Ride with SRAM’s Tool

Tire Pressure Guide: Optimize Your Ride with SRAM’s Tool

Mr Tim

Find the perfect tire pressure for your ride with SRAM's Tire Pressure Guide. Simply enter your weight, bike weight, wheelset, and tire size, and the tool calculates the ideal front...

Tire Pressure Guide: Optimize Your Ride with SRAM’s Tool

Mr Tim

Find the perfect tire pressure for your ride with SRAM's Tire Pressure Guide. Simply enter your weight, bike weight, wheelset, and tire size, and the tool calculates the ideal front...

Essential Resources for English-Speaking Cyclists Touring Japan

Essential Resources for English-Speaking Cyclists Touring Japan

Mr. Tim

If you're planning to tour Japan by bicycle, this guide is for you. As an English-speaking cyclist living in Japan, I've compiled a list of essential resources to help you...

Essential Resources for English-Speaking Cyclists Touring Japan

Mr. Tim

If you're planning to tour Japan by bicycle, this guide is for you. As an English-speaking cyclist living in Japan, I've compiled a list of essential resources to help you...

From Rumble to Clarity: Hunt Hub Sound Test & Zoom H1n Audio Tweaks

From Rumble to Clarity: Hunt Hub Sound Test & Zoom H1n Audio Tweaks

Mr. Tim

Welcome to my second attempt to harness the power of an external audio recorder to capture the sounds of my cycling adventures. After a disappointing first try with the Zoom...

From Rumble to Clarity: Hunt Hub Sound Test & Zoom H1n Audio Tweaks

Mr. Tim

Welcome to my second attempt to harness the power of an external audio recorder to capture the sounds of my cycling adventures. After a disappointing first try with the Zoom...

First Impressions of the Insta360 Third Person Bike Tail Mount on a Bianchi Infinito

First Impressions of the Insta360 Third Person Bike Tail Mount on a Bianchi Infinito

Mr. Tim

When it comes to capturing unique cycling footage, the Insta360 Third Person Bike Tail Mount promises a distinctive perspective. I recently tested this mount on my Bianchi Infinito, and here...

First Impressions of the Insta360 Third Person Bike Tail Mount on a Bianchi Infinito

Mr. Tim

When it comes to capturing unique cycling footage, the Insta360 Third Person Bike Tail Mount promises a distinctive perspective. I recently tested this mount on my Bianchi Infinito, and here...

My Camera Gear, Audio Equipment, and Bicycle Accessories. Last updated August 2024.

My Camera Gear, Audio Equipment, and Bicycle Accessories. Last updated August 2024.

Mr. Tim

  Explore the vibrant world of cycling in Japan with my Cycling Japan blog, where I share in-depth reviews and updates on the gear and bike setup I use for...

My Camera Gear, Audio Equipment, and Bicycle Accessories. Last updated August 2024.

Mr. Tim

  Explore the vibrant world of cycling in Japan with my Cycling Japan blog, where I share in-depth reviews and updates on the gear and bike setup I use for...

100-Mile Adventure: Machida to Hinohara Tokyo Citizens' Forest

100-Mile Adventure: Machida to Hinohara Tokyo Citizens' Forest

Mr. Tim

In this blog post, I recount my thrilling cycling journey from Machida to Hachioji, continuing into the Tokyo mountains. This route, courtesy of Half Fast Cycling, offered stunning scenery and...

100-Mile Adventure: Machida to Hinohara Tokyo Citizens' Forest

Mr. Tim

In this blog post, I recount my thrilling cycling journey from Machida to Hachioji, continuing into the Tokyo mountains. This route, courtesy of Half Fast Cycling, offered stunning scenery and...

Exploring Tokyo: A Morning Ride with the Half Fast Cycling Club on My Bianchi Infinitio

Exploring Tokyo: A Morning Ride with the Half Fast Cycling Club on My Bianchi Infinitio

Mr. Tim

This blog post details my delightful morning ride through Tokyo with the Half Fast Cycling Club, showcasing the scenic and vibrant cycling routes of Japan's bustling capital.

Exploring Tokyo: A Morning Ride with the Half Fast Cycling Club on My Bianchi Infinitio

Mr. Tim

This blog post details my delightful morning ride through Tokyo with the Half Fast Cycling Club, showcasing the scenic and vibrant cycling routes of Japan's bustling capital.

Bicycle Gear List: July 2024

Bicycle Gear List: July 2024

Mr. Tim

My current kit list and tool kit for my Bianchi Infinitio. Click the links to see if these are on offer during the Amazon Prime Day Sales. Everything listed I...

Bicycle Gear List: July 2024

Mr. Tim

My current kit list and tool kit for my Bianchi Infinitio. Click the links to see if these are on offer during the Amazon Prime Day Sales. Everything listed I...

Custom Cycling Gifts

The blue bike featured is an illustration of my Bianchi bike. Yours or a friend bike can be drawn and added to any gift.