Shangrila Alvin

14/05/2026

The private group has arrived safely to the seaport town of Otaru after 78km and >1000m of elevation.

Tomorrow, finale and we will be back to Sapporo!
Wishing everyone a safe & smooth final leg of the adventure.

13/05/2026

Lake Toya to Niseko via carefully chosen backcountry roads with great view of Yotei & Annupuri.
The private cycling group also did Hanazono and part of Niseko Classic medio fondo race route with the 12km 600m climb up to Chisenupuri trailhead.

11/05/2026

A superb view of Mt Yotei.
It is entirely possible to ride out from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Lake Shikotsu (bike paths) and Lake Toya (road).

05/05/2026

My 11th Jeju RTI, this time for a private pack of bromptoneers/foldies.

Everyone completed the Jeju fantasy bike ride safely and with special gifts: cycling jersey + Specialized waterbottle completion certificate and finisher medal!

01/05/2026

It's Day02 checked.

30/04/2026

Organising & Leading a private group of happy and fun-loving bromptoneers for their 230km journey around Jeju island.
(spring2026)

24/04/2026

Next winter, experience a different Hokkaido & Switzerland.

28Jan - 03Feb - Hokkaido
(ski/snowboard/fat bike cycle/snowshoe/ice festival)

07-14Feb - Switzerland Grindelwald/Murren/Schilthorn (ski/snowboard/sledging)

20/04/2026

Trans Shikoku Apr2026 completed with Shimanami Kaido as the finale.

An exploratory 650km journey of culture, hidden Japan, delectable food and wonderful cycling routes with >5000m elevation across "4 countries" from Tokushima-Kagawa-Kochi-Ehime.

18/04/2026

Spirited Away to The oldest onsen in Japan since 1894 (rebuilt in 2024).

17/04/2026

16/04/2026

Trans Shikoku Cycling - from Kochi along the coastal road towards Susaki, before the climb up to Tsuno. Preparing to head up to Shikoku Karst tomorrow.