Quote Originally Posted by anthonykay View Post
Returning from Mercian Cycles in Derby, where my Shimano Alfine 8 hub gears had been serviced. Flat riding along NCR6 as far as Wilson. then an unnecessarily hilly and indirect route across NW Leicestershire. Rather blustery, with the wind direction being a crosswind on average; helpful when going eastward, but not when going southward. about 21 miles altogether.
Are Mercian a semi-pro cycling team? I've seen a lot of frames for sale online with the Mercian 'barber's pole' colours.