The Life & Times of an Ageing MAMIL…
Hi, welcome to… A Man On A Bike… the Life and Times of an Ageing MAMIL.
My name is Paul Ashbury, and for the last 30+ years I have been riding a road bike… so tips, ideas and random thoughts from somebody who should know better…
This is a website for the passion of cycling related items, ideas and projects. It is a personal website, all about the cycling concepts that interest me.
From, adventures on a bike; my involvement with SpeedX Bikes and their spectacular rise and fall; some of the brands and products I’m interested in; to some sporadic thoughts about cycling, life and business in general.
Not forgetting my time spent Virtually Cycling, and all the different Platforms that you can try out.
I’ve tried to make the site as unique and as informative as possible. If there is anything you agree (or disagree) with, why not talk with me?
Paul Ashbury
SpeedX
SpeedX was a Chinese bike brand, that had a short but very eventful life…
The Past; The Present and The Future; are all here…
Articles
Embrace the Season #1
Unleash Your Passion for Cycling as Spring Blooms As the winter frost starts to melt away and the days grow longer, there is a newfound energy in the air. Spring has arrived, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to embrace the outdoors and reignite your passion...
Facebook Post Approval #1
Facebook Post Approval: Is it Worth it for Your Business? In today's digital age, social media platforms have become an integral part of any businesses' marketing strategy. With millions of users worldwide, Facebook is undoubtedly one of the most popular...
Marco Pantani
20 years ago, on the evening of 14th February 2004 (St Valentine’s Day), Marco Pantani was found dead at a hotel in Rimini, Italy. Pantani was an Italian Road Racing Cyclist, who was regarded as the greatest climber in the history of professional cycling. He was a...
Santos Tour Down Under 2024
Santos Tour Down Under 2024 The 2024 Men's Tour Down Under was a road cycling stage race that took place between 16th and the 21st January 2024 in and around Adelaide, South Australia. It was the 24th edition of the Tour Down Under and the first race of the 2024 UCI...