Conor Courtney

Nov 1, 2024 | theradavist.com | Conor Courtney

With over 400 kilometers of trails within an hour’s ride of the city center, Oslo has established itself as an adventure destination. Conor Courtney spent a long weekend riding with Fara Cycling, a local bicycle brand uniquely aligned with Norwegian geography and adventure culture. Continue reading below for a look inside Fara Cycling and the stunning location they call home…“Are we ready to leave heaven?” asks Jørgen Helland.

Jul 25, 2024 | theradavist.com | Conor Courtney

The historic Herne Hill Velodrome hosts the MAAP Summer Cyclocross Series, mixing cyclocross, DJ tracks, pizza, and beer for idyllic, bike-centric summer evenings. Below, Conor Courtney sets the scene for an inclusive racing event in London’s bustling cycling culture. Let’s take a look…The first thing I see on the banked concrete track is the bikes.

Jul 5, 2024 | theradavist.com | Conor Courtney

Last week, Bromptons, fixies, and race bikes swerved around hairpin turns in King’s Cross as part of the three-day London Cycling Festival. Conor Courtney was on the ground at the event and, below, documents the VIA Criterium and Brompton World Championships with in-depth reportage and a stunning photo gallery…What does a golden-painted street performer, a lycra-clad racer, and a cheese-head-wearing Los Angeleno have in common? They’re all attendees at the London Cycling Festival.

May 8, 2024 | theradavist.com | Conor Courtney

Photographer Conor Courtney recently moved to the UK and decided to set off on an unusual two-wheeled adventure: riding every street in London. This led to him meeting up with explorer Jonathan France. Read on for Conor’s account of what unfolded next…In July, I was asked on a podcast if I would ever consider riding every street in Seattle, my hometown.

Apr 8, 2024 | northwestreports.podbean.com | Sara Bernard |Conor Courtney |Mark Baumgarten

Reporter Conor Courtney explains how cyclist Danny Roberts began the passion project — and what the journey meant to both of them. In late 2021, freelance writer and photographer Conor Courtney noticed some strange patterns on the fitness app Strava. An acquaintance, Danny Roberts, was posting about riding his bike all over Seattle—but not on typical bike-friendly routes. He would consistently zig-zag back and forth on every street in a given neighborhood.