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Protestors in symbolic cells in Georgia
February 9, 2018
In 2009 I took photos of a demonstration in Tbilisi where people set up metal cubes in the main square and lived inside them for weeks. The photos I took were then used on a website called Citizenside, which is a crowd sourced journalist website. My original post I heard about a public-driven journalism website from a friend, http://www.citizenside.com and I uploaded some photos I took of the ‘cells’ that appeared all over the main street, Rustaveli, Freedom Square and around the Parliament building yesterday morning.
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Walkable Streets Are More Economically Productive
February 7, 2018
When I lived in London I walked a lot. London is a good city for walking, partly perhaps because it is a historical city where the streets were designed more for people and horse drawn carts. Designed for a time when people would be walking on the streets. However, having visited Dubai and attempted walking around that city, it is clear that Dubai is not designed for walkers. This may be down to the climate but also a ‘road focussed’ city design culture as opposed to one focussed on getting people walking.
Tags: Walking
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Vegetarian Georgian Food
February 4, 2018
Badrijani - aubergine dish Khachapuri - cheese pasty Lobiani - bean pasty Lobio - stewed beans Ajapsandali - vegetable stew mushroom / cheese khinkhali - dumplings Gozinaqi / Churchkhela- snacks whilst riding Mkhali - Spinach and beetgreen puree Boiled beetroot with red tkemali (cherry) sauce Dolma - Rolled cabbage leaves with walnuts Bell peppers stuffed with rice and veggies and green beans (seasonal). Ajarian Chirbuli (similar to Shakshouka) - eggs stewed in tomatoes Pkhali - ground spinach leaves with walnut.
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How do you Prepare to Live in a Foreign City?
February 4, 2018
Moving to a foreign city - whether for work, study, lifestyle change or just for fun can be a daunting experience. However, to ensure that it reaps the greatest rewards and to make the transition as smooth as possible here are some tips and advice to help out from my own experience which I hope will be useful. Accept invitations Get a local sim card for use in an unlocked phone Have a debit / credit card that doesn’t charge for getting money out and get a local bank account if you will be around for a while Take someone local with you to look for accommodation to tell the best places and to avoid getting overcharged Get on the local Couchsurfing (or alternative) meeting to meet locals who are open to meeting foreigns - there are many local city Facebook groups for a variety of purposes to that can lead to making helpful connections and friendships Try and get as much exposure to the local language as possible by hanging out with locals Take a backup battery for your phone Check with taxi drivers the fare before getting in the taxi Be aware of visa rules - e.
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The Biki - A Wiki for Cycle Touring Research
February 4, 2018
A “wiki” for cycle touring research and here it is converted to pdf. Bike Maintenance - Biki.pdf Health - Biki.pdf Hunting - Biki.pdf Navigation - Biki.pdf Environment - Biki.pdf Food - Biki.pdf Wilderness - Biki.pdf Fire - Biki.pdf Cooking - Biki.pdf Malaysia - Biki.pdf England_ Route - Biki.pdf Myanmar (Burma) - Biki.pdf New Zealand - Biki.pdf Bulgaria - Biki.pdf Croatia - Biki.pdf Japan - Biki.pdf Lebanon - Biki.pdf Australia - Biki.
Tags: knowledgecycle-touring
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Mongolia Photo Essay
February 4, 2018
Tom pedals through a stream at full speed. Gnarly route down to the river for a dip and a wash. Epic skies every evening. That particular evening I watched a huge storm approach us only to be blown right past and descend onto the adjacent valley = lucky! Unbelievable sight to wake up to camping next to Lake Hovsgul. Pedalling across the Steppe. Fun at first, but grew tedious.
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Anker astro external battery 5600 mAh Review
February 4, 2018
Power banks are used for providing portable power to charge battery powered items like mobile phones and other similar items that have a USB interface. I bought this one from Anker I took with me on some hiking trips as a back up battery for my dying iPhone 5 battery and to trickle charge from a solar panel. Features Compact design Rugged and durable Charge indicator Doubles up as LED light Lightweight My experience Charges an iPhone 5 about 2/3 times.
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Lee Firman's Lightweight Touring Kit List
February 4, 2018
Lee Firman was the manager of the online footwear retailer “Feetus”. He contributed this article detailing his kit list following a Camino de Santiago route in Spain covering 350km, on tarmac roads, over 2 1/2 days, staying in hotels overnight. Over to Lee: I used an audax bike rather than a racer with mudguards, rack and SPD clipless pedals on it. These were good on the bike but also allowed me to walk when not on the bike.
Tags: kit-list
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Alternative Careers for Website Developers
February 4, 2018
When I attended secondary school the internet was relatively new, but amongst my friends we started learning about it and trying to make websites. I used Photoshop to create graphical buttons with rollovers and used tables to create a simple layout. Then I discovered alcohol and girls and my attention span reduced to about 10 seconds for a number of years. When I went to university I studied a huge range of things in my course from ecological fieldwork to coastal zone management and forestry management.
Tags: CareerWebsite developer
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How do I find travel partners for a bicycle touring trip?
February 3, 2018
You might want to travel solo or with others. It can be difficult to find others who you know who are interested in doing the same kind of trip you had in mind. However, the Internet can be a great place to connect with others who want to do adventures and looking to buddy up. Travelling with a companion can give an extra sense of security and it can be more fun to share an experience.
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Things to Do On a Weekend Trip in London
February 3, 2018
A Weekend Trip to London: Your Ultimate Guide Planning a weekend trip to London? You’re in for a treat! London is a city bursting with culture, history, and modern attractions. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you make the most of your weekend getaway. Day 1: Saturday in London Morning: Greenwich Park & Observatory Start your Saturday morning with a visit to Greenwich Park. This expansive green space offers breathtaking views of London.
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A photo essay of places that I have slept on my travels
February 2, 2018
In a forest in Georgia after a rave. On a riverbed in Mongolia after pushing the bike 25km along it. In a yurt in Mongolia. Next to Lake Khuvsgul in Mongolia. In a car park by a beach on the Atlantic coast of France. In the Khevsureti region of Georgia. In my flat in Tbilisi. In a random forest in France. In my flat in Tbilisi. With my Couchsurf hosts in Delhi.
Tags: Photo EssayPhotosPhotographySleepingCampingTentCouchsurfing