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Andrew Mar

@mamil.rider

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Another epic day in the books and some epic creating by the talented @calvinhui__

An early rise, some fun sprints, lots of logistics, good suffering, torrential rain, good food and great company. Thanks again to the MOB father @drewish88 and all those that make these rides possible.

Good luck to those riding @tourdevictoria this weekend🤙
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#cyclingaddict #tourdevictoria #cyclinglife #lifeon2wheels #neverjustaride by @mamil.rider

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2 months ago

My new @sekabikes Spear RDC 😮‍💨

Thank you @fistbumpfilmworks @fistbumpstudio for the photos as I couldn’t do it justice❤️
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#newbikeday #sekabikes #sekaspearrdc #sekaspear #sekaspearrdcchronos #sekaspearachromaticsilver by @mamil.rider

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2 years ago

So I’ve had a lot of people ask me what I have my trainer on that allows the movement. It is a custom made rocker plate. Fairly easy to make even with limited skills and tools. I’ve made three different versions which I will explain.

Version #2 is the one most have seen me use recently. This is a fairly simple design. It has both side to side motion as well as for and aft movement.
Made with two pieces of MDF sandwiched between a linear rod and 4 bearing blocks. Tension is applied with two springs held on by D hooks. Side motion is with two playground balls. MDF can be cut to any shape. I originally made this for a Kickr Core which is why my Tacx Neo doesn’t fit well.

Version #1 is very simple. Two MDF boards sandwiched between 5 rubber isolator mounts. Playground balls on each side. That’s it.

Version #3 just completed. Two pieces of Maple wood. Same linear rod and bearing blocks. Instead of 2 rubber balls I used 3 tennis 🎾s per side. Same two springs used for tension. This was more complex as boxes had to be made for the tennis 🎾 s. The playground balls are more adjustable with air pressure so dialling in movement is easier. The tennis 🎾s are a set it and forget it option though.

Rocker plates are game changers. I can easily do 6-8 hour rides with one. Follow and message me if you need more info. Outside of wood everything can be bought from Amazon. I used MDF which was fine but suggest better wood for a heavier rider or setup. You can also search for Chad McNeese as he’s the guru of Rocker Plates or my buddy @kaka_604 that helped me make the third one.
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#rockerplate #rockerplates #paincave #paincavetraining #gozwift #zwifting #dahanger #dahänger #lumierebag #lumierebags #colnagov3rs #factorostro #factorostrovam #tacx #tacxneo #cyclingreels #cyclingreel #cyclingaddict #cyclingculture #cyclinglife #cyclinglifestyle by @mamil.rider

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4 years ago

It’s been a hot minute but I’m back and with an exciting new project.

After the @bridgebikeworks demo ride during the @rbcgranfondo I have decided to build up a new bike from a 100% canadian developed and built company. This all rounder has already won many awards and most recently Best Bike of 2026 by Bicycling. From Unbound to flat tarmac the Surveyor can do it all.

What components should I build this up with?!?
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#bridgebikeworks #surveyor #allrounderbike #cyclingaddict #cyclinglife by @mamil.rider

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3 days ago

“It never gets easier, you just get faster”

Advice from this non pro, not super serious middle aged man. Happy enough to finish 8th in my age group for the Forte this year @rbcgranfondo

The biggest mistakes i’ve made in the past has always been with fuelling. Mostly over complicating things and carrying too much food. I always found it difficult to eat at a fast pace. Bars go down dry. Gels are hard to open and messy. Shotbloks just don’t go down easy and hurts the teeth after awhile. The wind was so strong this year I’m glad I wasn’t fighting to open a wrapper. Eating solids every 45 minutes is not as steady as sipping your fuel every 15 minutes. I use @grupponutrition Ride formula and it was the only fuel I needed for the 5+ hours. Yes, I would have preferred a bit more water but it was a compromise.

Keep it simple. Try using carbs in your bottles as it’s much easier, cheaper, safer and more efficient. Of course this only applies if you’re going for a personal best time. Otherwise just enjoy all the rest and food stops.

Start training for next year now💪

@rbcgranfondo discount “Mamil27”
@grupponutrition discount “MamilRider10”
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#rbcgrandfondo #rbcgranfondowhistler #cyclingfuel #grupponutrition #cyclingtips by @mamil.rider

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18 days ago

Im back! With family health issues hopefully behind us its back to cycling life.

I collaborated with @insta360 to do live demos and give away a new Insta 360 GoUltra bundle. Everyone that signed up and followed me had a chance a chance to win. The official draw was officially done by Insta and @tsuiwilliam was selected as our winner.

Congratulations William. Follow me for more chances to win other cool prizes in the future!
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#insta360 #instagoultra #insta360goultra by @mamil.rider

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21 days ago

Fantastic opportunity to shake out the legs this morning with @bridgebikeworks who brought a whole fleet of bikes for everyone to demo. If you haven’t heard of or ridden a Bridge Surveyor you owe it to yourself to give them a follow. 100% Canadian made in Toronto by true artisans that know what they’re doing.

Thank you @jamshedcolah for coordinating with Chris and Jason to get all the demos sorted so quickly and efficiently. Thank you for choosing one of the best coffee stops @nomad.yvr as well. by @mamil.rider

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a month ago

Hack!!

When the @insta360 Out Front Mount doesn’t fit your handlebar.

This is a nice and inexpensive hack that actually works. Electrical tape….
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#insta360mount #insta360x6 #insta360x6essentials #insta360x6camera by @mamil.rider

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2 months ago

Nw camera day! Sadly I lost my favourite camera the GoUltra a few weeks ago. Luckily I got the new X6 in time for my Mallorca trip. Cant wait to get some epic content with it.

Use code “Mamil360” for a discount and extra gift
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#insta360x6 #insta360 #x6camera #insta360go3s #insta360goultra by @mamil.rider

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2 months ago

Pretty much every day while riding OR driving I encounter ridiculous behaviour from other drivers. In my cars I’ve got my dash cams as insurance and they have saved me thousands more than once. Time to keep myself protected while on the bike as well. Yes, I record using action cams and Ai glasses but those are only recording occasionally.

I’ll be running the @cycliq Fly6 and Fly 12 rear and front light cameras every time i’m on my bikes going forward. It adds a small amount of weight but i’m keeping myself as well as everyone around me protected (I’m so unselfish like that) 24/7👍
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#cycliq #fly6pro #fly12sport #shotonthefly #ridesafe by @mamil.rider

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2 months ago

I picked up the new @p2r_sports A70 Pro helmet and G20 photochromatic sunglasses to try out since I really enjoyed using their A20 helmet. This new Pro aero helmet is slightly more expensive but still very reasonable for a top of the line comparable helmet at approx. $100

Save 10% off with “mamil10” @p2r_sports
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#p2rsports #cyclinghelmet #aerohelmet #a70pro by @mamil.rider

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2 months ago

How many funemployed parents can we gather on a Monday morning 🤣

Thanks for hosting us @mamil.rider by @mamil.rider

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