National Cycle Network photo map

I’ve started working on a National Cycle Network photo map. I’ve used the network so many times, over the years for cycling, walking and while doing the End to End cycle back in 2009.

Still, got many photos to add to this map, but very pleased with my process so far…

Also, done a page, that breaks the National Cycle Network, down into routes.

33.53 miles = longest cycle of 2019!

Well that turned out to be a extra good cycle! I was only hoping to do around 20 miles, but ended up doing 33.53 miles, making it my longest cycle of 2019! Also cycled up a hill, I’ve never done before! It was 12%, so looking forward to doing that one again!

You can check out the route, I took over at www.strava.com/activities/2193109873

February 2019 cycling statistics

February turned out to be a good month cycling wise. I did 257.75 miles, which may not sound that much! But that was 137 miles, more than I did in February of last year! It means, that I make up all the miles, I was down on, in January. So let’s hope, I get keep it up in March!

Remember you can follow my cycling adventures over at www.strava.com/athletes/gsvalentine.

Here is the data from February 2019:-

  • Total cycles: 13
  • Total Distance: 257.75 miles
  • Total Time: 21:32:33 (h:m:s)
  • Avg Speed: 12 mph
  • Max Time: 02:23:16 (h:m:s)
  • Max Speed: 30.2 mph
  • Avg Distance: 19.83 miles
  • Max Distance: 30.75 (Single cycle)

Data from: Garmin Connect.

Here are my favourite cycling photos from the month:-

Valentine’s Day wetsuit cycle

2XU A:1 Active wetsuit

Cannondale Pro Cycling Team 2014

Vermarc Etixx Quick-Step Cycling Team

Sleaford railway station

Again, can’t tick Sleaford railway station off my list, since we drove to/from it!

 Sleaford railway station

Sleaford railway station

Sleaford railway station

More photos from this set can be found at www.gordon-valentine.com/zenphoto/railway-stations/sleaford/

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 02/03/2019

Casualty (BBC 1/HD | 8:40pm to 9:30pm | Saturday 2nd March 2019)

The first of a two-part crossover episode. A cyber-attack rocks Holby hospital and has a devastating impact across several departments. Meanwhile, Iain’s life hangs in the balance.

Call the Midwife (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 3rd March 2019)

Shelagh organises a ballroom dance to raise money for the maternity home, and Sister Hilda is determined to make sure a dying patient gets one last dance.

Top Gear (BBC 2/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 3rd March 2019)

Matt LeBlanc and Chris Harris review the new Bentley Continental GT, while Rory Reid test drives the new Renault Megane hot hatch. With guest Gregory Porter.

Inside Central Station (BBC Scotland/HD & BBC iPlayer only | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Sunday 3rd March 2019)

First in a six-part series following the staff in Glasgow Central Station. Thousands of Ed Sheeran fans push the events team to their limit as the station copes with the heat.

Around the World by Train with Tony Robinson (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 4th March 2019)

Travelogue series with Tony Robinson. The Himalayan Mountain Railway is an engineering miracle originally built for transporting tea, while a hot air balloon provides a view of the 2,500 temples of Burma.

Holby City (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 5th March 2019)

The second of a two-part crossover episode. After a computer virus shuts down the hospital’s power, Jac and Connie fight to save friends, and Ric mounts a rescue to help Essie.

Shetland (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 5th March 2019)

An angry Duncan confronts Jimmy over his fears for Cassie’s safety, and in an attempt to extract further information, Perez and Sandy pay Morag Dunwoody a visit.

London: 2,000 Years of History (Channel 5/HD | 9:15pm to 10:15pm | Tuesday 5th March 2019)

History series telling the glorious and gory story of the city’s rise to power. Dan Jones explores Crossrail to discover the ruins of Roman Londinium, Suzannah Lipscomb gets to know Boudica, and Rob Bell investigates the first London Bridge, built by the Romans but ransacked by the Vikings.

James May’s Big Trouble in Model Britain (BBC 4/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 6th March 2019)

Two-part documentary presented by James May, following a year inside the iconic British toymaking company Hornby Hobbies, on the brink of collapse.

Secret Scotland (Channel 5/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Friday 8th March 2019)

Comedian Susan Calman uncovers the untold tales behind some of Scotland’s iconic locations. On the Orkney Islands, Susan discovers the role the Vikings played in Orcadian history. At the Italian Chapel, Susan hears a tale that moves her to tears.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

February 2019 most popular photos

Below are the top three most looked at photos on this website during February 2019.

Number 1 (126 views) : Latex Max Secure Shorts
Latex Max Secure Shorts

Number 2 (111 views) : Totally helpless in Fetters Padded Fist Mitts & Padded Leather Muzzle
Totally helpless in Fetters Padded Fist Mitts & Padded Leather Muzzle

Number 3 (98 views) : First hair cut of 2019
First hair cut of 2019

Podcast : Episode 113

Speaking about some of my favourite LGBT+ films of all time.

BTW if you did listen to this podcast, please comment below and let me know!!

Check out all my past podcast’s at www.gordon-valentine.com/podcast/