Hi my name is Richard Lake and apparently I am ultra cyclist. I spend most of social life riding bicycles, going wildcamping and enjoying as many type 2 bikepacking adventures as I can possibly fit in a calendar month!
Whether it's a road bike, gravel bike of mountain bike - as long as it's got two wheels - I am there!
My neck of the woods is Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and the Peak District, but thanks to #vanlife I'll often go further afield whether it's seeking out adventures in the North and South Downs, Wales, Northumberland or the Yorkshire Dales.
I also ride countless audax events throughout the year and have ridden many audaxes across the country.
If you would like to show your support for the channel you can find me on BuyMeACoffee: ( buymeacoffee.com/mraudax ) - thank you!
#vanlife #bikepacking #bikepackingadventure #gravelrace #gravelbike #gravelracing #ultracycling #wildcamping #wildcampinguk #mtb #mtblife #mtbadventure
Bikepacking Adventures
This Sunday I turn 50.
I am hosting a gravel ride for Lindsey Roads Cycle Club, route is below, it's a free ride - open to all, route is just over 50 miles, it starts from Waltham Park Bowling Club (DN37 0YJ), ample parking, no toilets, ride starts promptly at 9am.
There's a cafe stop a little over halfway around, no drop policy, just a casual ride out in the Lincolnshire Wolds exploring gravel tracks, woodlands, fieldside and back lanes of the Lincolnshire countryside.
Once again, the ride starts at 9am, so be there early. You are more than welcome to turn up on a mountain bike as well just be aware it will of course slower for you on the roads of which the route is 68% paved; I want to keep this fairly accessible to all.
Any questions comment below.
Route below - cya Sunday!
ridewithgps.com/routes/57444255
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As some of you may be aware, I absolutely love Luchos Energy Blocks! ❤️
SAVE 15% using code RICHARDLAKE at the checkout - Why not grab a Luchos Trilogy Pack?
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They're perfect to take with you on a bikepacking adventure. They pack easily into a top tube bag, taste great and… what about the nutritional value?
🚴 *34g of carbohydrate per block*
⚡ *136 calories per block*
🍊 *20mg of vitamin C*
That's a really convenient hit of energy when you're out riding for hours, whether you're tackling a big gravel ride, an audax or a multi-day bikepacking adventure.
One thing I love about Luchos Energy Blocks is that they’re biodegradable, so there’s no need to worry about carrying an empty wrapper all the way to the next bin. 🌱🚴
Good taste, convenient fuelling and less packaging waste. What's not to love?
#Luchos #Bikepacking #CyclingNutrition #UltraCycling
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Subscribe to the channel and the hit the bell or 'watch later' for the next chapter of my journey from Portugal back home to the UK with the start of the Camino Frances - my favourite camino of the entire trip. Breathtaking scenery, thousands of pilgrims and history around every corner
Tonight at 6.15pm (BST).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0Ci2...
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It's taken a while to bring together, but my first in the Camino de Santiago series is available to watch tomorrow evening, 6.30pm (GMT).
I cannot wait to see everyone's reactons.
Richard.
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🚴 THE SHIRES WAY 2027 – ENTRIES NOW OPEN!
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Who's up for it? 🚴♂️
#TheShiresWay #Bikepacking #GravelCycling #AllMountainAdventures #CyclingAdventure
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I am guest speaker at Gainsborough Aegir Cycling Club this Saturday and there are still tickets available - ring Gainsborough Cycles on 01427 617752 to book your place.
The event is open to all interested in cycling & a chance to meet me in person!
This year 2026 is the Gainsborough Aegir Cycling Club’s 90th birthday. To celebrate a reunion dinner is to be held on Saturday 26th September 2026.
The venue of the dinner will be Gladstone House, Ropery Road in Gainsborough 6.30pm, tickets will cost £20.00 and will are available from Gainsborough Cycles
On this special occasion there will be no musical entertainment. The Guest speaker for the evening is YouTube film maker Richard Lake, he has cycled many miles around the UK & world making films of his epic rides.
An excellent buffet dinner will be enjoyed with plenty of time to talk with friends old and new.
If you would like to attend this 90th anniversary celebration dinner could you please contact Trevor Halstead.
01427 617752
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Nothing to do this Sunday? Bring your gravel bike, join me and Lindsey Road Cycling Club as ride 50 miles around the Lincolnshire Wolds. Prompt start at 9am, all the details on the link, yes there's a cafe stop, I have chosen The Wolds Edge cafe so bring along some pennies.
ridewithgps.com/events/503091-lrcc-gravel-ride-ope…
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BACK HOME FROM THE CAMINO! Looking forward to bringing you the series - I have lots and lots of editing ahead...
In the meantime... come and ride with on October 3rd 2026 on the Lincolnshire 160. A one-day, century off-road gravel ride through the Lincolnshire Wolds.
Starting in the capital of the wolds in the picturesque town of Louth, the ride begins from Larders Coffee bar in the centre of town. The cafe is opening especially for us from 6.30am so be sure to support them and buy a fresh coffee or maybe grab a bit to eat. For more details check the link below.
buymeacoffee.com/mraudax/e/558944
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An impromptu kit list from my Camino de Santiago. Not in depth just a quick glimpse of what I have with me.
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Arrive Santiago de Compostela, the journey has only just begun
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