Winding
Roads
Cycle Coaching
"With you through every twist and turn"
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Serious Advice, Delivered with a Smile
We take the science seriously. Ourselves, less so.
Drawing on 40 years of riding and 15 years of coaching, including a decade living on the iconic roads of the Tour de France.
These journals pack in honest advice, smart calculators, and real-world guidance.
It is professional insight, just without the dry textbook tone.
About Paul:
Experienced Cycle Coach & Technical Expert
With over 15 years of coaching experience, I have guided riders ranging from complete beginners to National and World Championship Medallists, helping several sign with World Tour teams.
My background also includes deep technical work with SRM power meters, helping to get the Zwift Academy up and running in its early years, and mentoring younger coaches who have gone on to run their own businesses or work at the highest level of the sport.
But that isn’t what truly sets me apart. My own cycling journey spans over 40 years, including a decade living and training on the unforgiving roads of the Tour de France.
I know exactly what it’s like when things don’t go to plan, having navigated illness, setbacks, and the realities of the road myself. This has shaped how I coach: with honesty, realism, and a genuine passion to help you succeed through the Winding Roads of life, both on and off the bike.
If you are passionate about the sport and want a coach who intuitively knows how to guide you through the highs and lows, no matter your level, please get in touch.
Winding Roads Bespoke Cycle Training Packages for Road, Gravel and Cyclo-Cross
I offer two bespoke unlimited coaching packages.
Both offer unlimited feedback, guidance, communication and support.
Riders who Train to Heart Rate or RPE
Price: £99.00 per month
You don't need a power meter to get fast. Structure and consistency are far more important than gadgets.
With this package, I build the training around your goals, lifestyle, and available time, without the requirement of a power meter.
We focus on the fundamentals; Heart Rate and Feel (RPE) to build your fitness properly
This Package Includes:
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Fully Bespoke plan delivered via TrainingPeaks.
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Unlimited feedback & communication. (I don't limit contact; we talk as often as you need).
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Regular progress reviews and data analysis.
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Flexible adjustments to your calendar whenever life or work gets in the way.
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Full support covering event strategy, recovery, and nutrition.
Perfect for:
Road, Gravel, and Cyclo-Cross riders who want structure, accountability, and steady progression, without the complexity of power data.
Riders who Train with Power and Heart Rate Price: £130.00 per month
For the rider who wants to leave nothing to chance.
Drawing on my background with SRM and elite racing, this package allows us to get the absolute most out of your data
I don't just look at 'average watts'I dig into the files to see exactly how you are responding to the load. We fine-tune your zones, track fatigue, and target specific physiological improvements
This Package Includes:
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Fully Bespoke training plan delivered via Training Peaks.
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Unlimited feedback, communication, and adjustments to your training calendar.
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Regular progress review and power data analysis.
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Event preparation and pacing strategy.
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Full support for training, recovery, and nutrition.
Perfect for:
“Road, Gravel and Cyclo-Cross riders who want structured coaching, accountability and detailed performance improvement through advanced power data analysis"
Not sure which path is right for you?
Don't worry. We can decide that during our initial chat.
The most important thing is that we find a system that works for your goals and your budget.
Drop me a message via the Contact Form or WhatsApp, and let's talk about your riding.
Ready to go? If you know what you want, simply choose your package above and hit the Get Started button to book your first month. Once that's done, we can get the ball rolling immediately.
What to Expect from Paul?
Any algorithm can knock together a training schedule, But an algorithm doesn't understand context.
It doesn't know how you feel after a stressful week at work, or how to adapt when real life takes over.
That’s where I come in. You get a coach who looks at the whole picture combining over 15 years of intuition with elite-level data.
I’m here to guide you along the Winding Roads, with you through every twist and turn.
I make the decisions a computer can't. I know when to push you, but more importantly, I know when to pull you back to keep you healthy and motivated.
For the time-crunched rider:
You’re in safe hands. My coaching style is calm, methodical, and efficient.
We focus on meaningful improvement rather than endless volume.
You get full expert oversight without the pressure of constant demands. It’s professional guidance designed to fit your life, not dominate it.
How Coaching Works
As you can see from the testimonials, I like to really get to know my riders. That connection is at the heart of my coaching. It’s made possible by the unlimited contact time I offer.
The Start Your journey begins with a relaxed chat about your goals, both short and long-term. If you aren’t sure what they are yet, that’s fine. we will work them out together.
The Plan: Using Training-Peaks, I build your training plan around you. Whether you’re juggling work, family, or riding full-time, your sessions will fit into your life, not the other way around.
The Routine I set training one week at a time. This allows you to check your work schedule and the weather forecast, then let me know your availability for the days ahead.
Flexibility Even with the best planning in the world, life gets in the way. Perhaps you aren't feeling 100%, or work runs late. In that instance, just drop me a message or give me a call, and I’ll reset your sessions. You’ll get clear guidance and ongoing feedback to keep you moving forward through those twists and turns—on and off the bike.
Ben Turner
Working with Paul at Winding Roads Coaching was a huge part of my development as a rider.
Through my junior and under-23 years, Paul helped me build structure in my training, balance road and cyclo-cross, and prepare properly for the biggest races.
His guidance and belief in me were a massive influence, from standing on the podium at the World Championships to taking the step up to professional.
Paul's approach kept me progressing every year and helped me reach the top.
Josie Lori Millard
I came to Paul as a complete novice. When I say novice, I really do mean the very beginning - I'd bought a bike less than a year previous and after enjoying my first ever race that summer, I decided to take the leap and see how far I could get with gravel racing.
I chatted to Paul about my ambitious goals, and we made a plan. Fast forward 2 years and I've raced all over the world, from age group through to elite level. I've seen multiple podiums, qualified and raced the Gravel World Championships twice and progressed quicker than I ever thought possible.
Not a brag - A testament to Paul's invaluable knowledge and guidance!
The journey has not been straightforward. With illness and all the stress life can throw at you, Paul has been the constant. Always there, always supporting. Always looking for a solution and how to get the best from you. 'Coach' doesn't really do him justice. I can't thank him enough.
Aaron Butler
I’ve gone from a complete novice to a competitive cyclist in under two years of training with Paul.
He has endless knowledge and passion and has guided me through every step, from understanding power numbers to fuelling and recovery.
What’s made the biggest difference is how brilliantly Paul tailors everything around my busy work week.
The sessions are structured so I can train hard but still recover properly and stay sharp for work.
I never feel overloaded or burnt out but have been consistently improving week after week.
He really understands how to get the best out of you, even when life is full on.
