Author Archives: Kath Bicknell

The Dolomiti Superbike

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The Dolomiti Superbike is a race that has appeal in a way that is distinct from any marathon I have raced before. Like many races I don’t know much about, most of the appeal is let loose by the name alone: it’s big, it’s tough, it’s Euro, and it’s in a beautiful part of the world. Arriving at the Dolomites in Northern Italy, near the Austrian boarder, the rocky mountaintops rising in all directions from the greenest of green hillsides look like pieces have fallen off the moon. With 3500 entrants, the race promised unforgettable views of this dramatic landscape alongside an extraordinary taste of the European mountain bike culture.Continue reading “The Dolomiti Superbike”

Are they mountains or walls? Imst, Austria

In my experience, there seem to be two types of holiday makers. Those who like to plan and those who don’t. Like most either/ors, there are not really just two, but many types, sliding in along a continuum from one extreme to the other. I go well with a loose plan: reach ‘x’ place eventually, but allow enough time to take in whatever might surprise and amaze along the way.

Sleep in a castle. Tick.

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Outer Edge – Issue 32

The pages of Outer Edge magazine pull together stories, tips and experiences from a whole range of outdoorsy adventures. I wrote an article for the June/July issue that looks at the Solo 24 Hour MTB National Champs held at Canberra’s Majura Pines over Easter. I wanted to write a story that moves away from how ‘extreme’ this discipline is and looks at how some of the event’s repeat offenders enjoy the lifestyle that comes with rocking up time and time again.Continue reading “Outer Edge – Issue 32”

Netti Diva Performance Bibnix

Choosing a new pair of cycling knicks is no easy task. There are so many brands, styles, fabric technologies and chamois features to choose from. They’re also quite tight, have the potential to be very unflattering and many new female cyclists find the whole process particularly daunting when their local bike shop is staffed by young men. Head here for some change room tips that help new riders know what to look for. This post is about a pair of  bib ‘n’ brace knicks that surprised me by ticking all the boxes and forced me to reconsider how comfortable bibs can be.Continue reading “Netti Diva Performance Bibnix”