For quite a few weeks I have been trying to feel as excited about this year’s year Long Way Home ride as the previous ones, but I’ve failed.

Considering the dream had been to pick up a new Bianchi at the factory and ride it home, I have already dropped two parts of that story....

Well that was quick. Frazer Hare the Bianchi UK sales rep asked head office if I could start my ride from their gates. They refused point...

This whole thing was brought to life by a Facebook advert from Bianchi advertising demo rides. I requested rides twice, but got no reply...

Well the start is obvious at the Bianchi factory or at least nearby in the Factory Outlet store. The finish is also obvious to me. I am...