A little flashback My first experience taking part in a hill-climb event was at the Shimano U.C.I. - King of Mountain Ipoh in 2011. 54km of endless climbing from Simpang Pulai (start at Bomba* Simpang Pulai). *(oh did you know that 'bomba' (Bahasa Melayu for fireman) actually originates from the Portugese language? Bombeiro ! The... Continue Reading →
Assalamualaikum Dett….
Just last week, the tri/cycling community was saddened by another loss. It wasn't a road accident or anything of that sort. About 9am plus, I received a called from Bahri, an old triathlon/cycling buddy. So Sunday morning it was..I thought it was a bit of an odd timing for a phone call. But nevertheless I... Continue Reading →
When you want something..
GO GET IT. PERIOD ! Bringing optimism to our daily breath is by choice. Whether we want to execute the plans in thought, or let it breeze away like the cool morning wind. The Yes and No that interplays is a game. The mind game. How keen and committed we are in getting to execute... Continue Reading →
Cycle and Carey
Salam and greetings everybadeyyhh !!! How is your week so far ? Hope all is looking good. Took leave from work on Wednesday to bring the lil' one for her 5 months jab. 2 jabs on her bum bum, a loud (and short) cry. Lucky me ! Alhamdulillah Aqilah is 5 months now, and will... Continue Reading →
What’s Next ?
Malaysia 1- Indonesia 0 Okay, hands up any of you who did not catch the Indonesia vs Malaysia quarter final match 2 nights ago? We won 1-0. thanks to the goal from Syahrul Azwari. Catch the telecast repeat on Astro (if any/if you can). I made sure I was in front of the TV last... Continue Reading →
Sempah & Bentong Revisited
My first ride through G. Sempah after 2 years ! Cycled the normal JHEOA, Batu 12 Jln Gombak to Pekan Bentong (R&R 15 mins at Restoran Zaliah near Sek. Teknik Tengku Ampuan Afzan) and back. Weather was awesome. Pace: easy. No complaints. Video taken on the way back to Batu 12 as I was going... Continue Reading →
Yellow Submarine ‘retires’
MissJeweLz is officially announcing the 'retirement' of Yellow Submarine. She will be replaced by 'Blue Pill' d Jebelo, and ..(yet to be named). I'm very happy with my bike n run today (fastest bike split for me !!!). Swim sucks big time(like always). But nevertheless a good 2hrs 48mins effort today. *pats own back* :)... Continue Reading →
Terengganu Pro Asia Singapore OCBC Criterium Race Report
This year's OCBC Professional Criterium was held 1st time at night under the flood lights on the Singapore Formula One circuit. Even though the race is not UCI classified event but good appearance money even better prize money plus 5 stars accommodation at Singapore's Conrad hotel attracted many top professional riders and teams like Carmon... Continue Reading →
Spinning Jewelz – Part 1
I first heard about the formation of Terengganu ProAsia Cycling Team from a few cyclist friends in Kuantan a couple months back. According to them Anuar Manan will be setting up the team, and they, the cyclists from Kuantan are in full support of this. I did not anticipate the scale of this new team... Continue Reading →
Get Well Soon Esmen !
I woke up feeling all good this morning. Cool and fresh air, so chilly I laid down, feeling 'No way I'm getting out of this bed !'. It is a bliss to be getting a good sleep, and a bless to be waking up to a beautiful morning here in the East Coast, that I... Continue Reading →
Post GE run Nite Ride @ Putrajaya
It’s been 4 days since GE Pacesetters Run. J My sore thigh muscles are better today, alhamdulillah.. thanks to the sports massage on Monday eve, the Tuesday eve 20 minutes jog and also the nite ride at Putrajaya with friends. Much better.. 2 days ago I was walking sideways up the stairs, and very slowly down... Continue Reading →
Putrajaya with Nurina (delayed update!)
Another weekend outing. Last Sunday.Went cycling with Nurina. Met at her place as agreed. Drove to Putrajaya and started cycling at the info center car park. Lovely weather, it wasn't to sunny, some cool wind, and we were off. We didn't exactly plan which route to take, but we did 1 big loop around Putrajaya which my friend showed me... Continue Reading →