The 1860 Hub

The 1860 hub is the Pearson journal of stories of old and new. People and places. News
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Box Hill Battle: How Much Faster Is An E-bike?

August 16, 2024

Box Hill might not be the most intimidating climb, but for many cyclists, it's a classic benchmark to test their fitness. My personal best on a tra...

FORGE - Your Questions Answered

May 17, 2024

We recently spoke with Scott Decker, Bicycle Design & Product Manager at Pearson, about his process and reflections on creating the Forge, our ...

Conquering the Strade Bianche: A Tale of Grit and Italian Charm.

March 08, 2024

As the dust settles and the adrenaline slowly subsides, it's time to reflect on my recent journey through the picturesque landscapes of Tuscany, wh...

Rounding The Corner: My Journey to the Strade Bianchi Sportive

February 23, 2024

As part of the Pearson cycling family, I've pedalled through my fair share of races and challenges, and spent blissful hours on two wheels since I...

YEAR WE GO AGAIN

December 29, 2023

In 2023, Pearson introduced its most data-driven frame design ever; we look back at some of the other events which made the news. JANUARY Kickin...

Numbers Games

December 22, 2023

The arrival of the new Pearson Forge has altered our thinking about bike-frame geometry and how numbers are so important to us. (In a good way, obv...

OFF SEASON ADVENTURE

December 06, 2023

Mattie Dodd realised a rare window of leave in his pro contract with the Tirol KTM Continental Cycling Team. Unlike many, he didn't wish to sit at ...

On And On – conquering an off-road ultra-race

October 20, 2023

When I first came across the description of the Mountains of The Merfynion (MOTM), my heart raced with excitement. It was a single-stage, unsupport...