Cotic FlareMAXer. Schwalbe Magic Mary Purple Addix front. Maxxis DHR II 3C MaxxTerra rear. Coil in winter. Air in summer. I have been a writer for nigh on 20 years, a photographer for 25 years and a mountain biker for 30 years. I have written countless magazine and website features and route guides for the UK mountain bike press, most notably for the esteemed and highly regarded Singletrackworld. Although I am a Lancastrian, I freely admit that West Yorkshire is my favourite place to ride. Rarely a week goes by without me riding and exploring the South Pennines.

Avid socks and sandals wearer. Sort of skilled bicycle rider. Not too shabby with a spanner. Little bit handy with a camera.

Avid socks and sandals wearer. Sort of skilled bicycle rider. Not too shabby with a spanner. Little bit handy with a camera.