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Tag: 1000 mile

This sock was sponsored by a company for Ride Earth. It contains a yarn called Marfil which apparently is very good at wicking away moisture so your …

Tag: 125cc

I recently decided to pass the CBT (Compulsory Bike Training). This is the test that everyone needs to take to progress to riding larger bikes. After …

Tag: 18 plus

Tag: 1950s villain

Tag: 2 man tent

Some people don’t like tents and prefer to sleep under a shelter or just in a protective breathable ‘bivvy’ bag. However, there are …

Tag: 2008

Right now, I am sitting in the garden of my girlfriend’s house in France. I’ve just realised that one mosquito has bitten me on my neck, …

Tag: 2008 version

The Kona Caldera (2008) is a strong cross country frame with good handling. I hadn’t heard of the Kona Caldera before I picked this frame up. It …

Tag: 2014

2014 has been an interesting year. After leaving a very good full time job at MTV in Camden, London after 2 years, I left my overpriced warehouse …

Tag: 2016

This post is a bit late now as we are already into February 2017. To be honest, it wasn’t that easy to summarise the year as there were no great …

Tag: 2017

Better late than never. My retrospective on 2017 which I’m aiming to do each year. Read last year’s post 2016. 2015 (fail). Read 2014. …

Mondraker Podium Carbon Pro Tech Spec Highlights Frame: Podium 29er Stealth Air Carbon, redesigned internal structure , Integrated Stem Technology …

Tag: 26 inch

The Extrawheel single wheel trailer (Voyager Model - in the shot below) is a bicycle trailer from polish manufacturer Extrawheel. It features a welded …

Tag: 26 inch wheels

A troll is a class of being in Norse mythology and Scandinavian folklore. In Old Norse sources, beings described as trolls dwell in isolated rocks, …

Tag: 27.2

Sometimes steel frames and older frames use a 27.2 (inner diameter) seatpost size. Many newer frames don’t and therefore dropper seatposts for …

Tag: about

I started blogging in 2005 to document my bicycle travels. Over time it evolved as my travels concluded and studies and work in a technology career …

Tag: abroad

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 …

Tag: accommodation

Moving to a new place is an important place and requires plenty of research. Affordability Living comfortably and within your means should be your …

Since writing this article, Airbnb have been in the news because governments have been cracking down the rules about renting out private space (Update …

Tag: active

A base layer is a really important item of clothing as it sits next to your skin. Having a long sleeve base layer is good in the winter, and can be …

Tag: adam curtis

Syria Assad (old Assad) Gaddafi (wannabe revolutionary) Facebook echo chamber content reinforces content Blackrock Aladin servers, analyse past to …

Tag: adult adventure

Tag: adventure

Mountain Biking Routes in The Republic of Georgia is your ultimate guide to exploring the diverse and challenging trails of Georgia. From lush forests …

10 Lessons Learnt from Cycling to Mongolia and Other Travels… is a reflective and insightful account of the lessons learned during …

Bikepacking Scotland ‘06 takes you on an unforgettable journey through the rugged landscapes of Scotland. This book chronicles an epic …

Exploring the dry landscape in the Sierra Los Velez national park in Spain Starting my “Bajada” dry watercourse hike in Spain Steep sided …

Inverness to Fort William off-road tour. Scotland waterfall. Mark on a tricky path in Scotland. Morning after staying in a bothy in the Highlands. …

Between Worlds chronicles a real journey of discovery from the harsh winter of Georgia to the wilds of Mongolia by bicycle. A lone ride which began in …

UK Peak District The Roaches, Staffordshire Wales The Gower peninsula Pembrokeshire Pony-Nedd-Fechan Barafundle Bay Lake District Buttermere Europe …

Over the years I have seen a definite evolution of mountain biking. 15 years ago it was a niche activity and anything was acceptable but the marketing …

When I decided to go cycle touring back in 2007, it was because I wanted to have an adventure. I had no intention of making a career of it. When I …

Grips are an often overlooked but important part of a bike set up and one of the main contact points on a bike. Some of the body weight is distributed …

Do you enjoy cycling and adventure? Do you not care about the terrain - paved or unpaved? Are you a fan of camping and just want to get out on a mini …

There is a hugely popular app game from Nintendo out called Pokemon Go. It topped the app store download chart on both iPhone’s App Store and …

Weave of the Ride is a book I wrote about cycling from England to the Caucasus between 2007 and 2008. It is a tale of wanting to make a change and …

I’ve just done a podcast with Paul Schmid who runs the Pursuit Zone Podcast. Given the opportunity to talk about my experiences and passions I …

The Initial Set Up In 2006 I began preparing for a journey to cycle round the world. Cue loads of preparation and research. It was going to be a huge …

Adventure films inspire and motivate. They show amazing landscapes, places and countries around the world. We get close to the character who has to …

How much you spent in each country and how long you were there for? It depended on where I was travelling. I lived very much on a shoe string. In …

Recently there was a post on Tom Allen’s blog about how Adventure is now being used to sell products. Loads of people commented on it. I was …

I recently began following Tim Moss on his website The Next Challenge which aims to help people to be more adventurous in their everyday lives. I find …

I am in the wonderful city of Tbilisi, Georgia. The first week I took an Irish guy on a challenging but fantastic one day bike tour, then two …

This sock was sponsored by a company for Ride Earth. It contains a yarn called Marfil which apparently is very good at wicking away moisture so your …

This post is one of a series about Adventure Cycle Touring that formed part of the foundation for my ebook Prepare Pack Pedal. It is ideal if your …

On Saturday 3rd of August 2013, ‘Weave of the Ride’ was officially launched on a sunny Hampstead Heath. People turned up from all …

I was happy to have two blog posts written about Weave of the Ride. Tom Allen from tomsbiketrip.com and Alastair Humphreys (National Geographic …

‘The George’ pub founded in 1723 as a coffee house and gets its name either from the proprieter whose name was George or from Georgia III …

I have always found bike touring to be an intensely personal and introspective endeavour. Journeys with companions have been a lot of fun, and I …

In 2010 I did a trip to Mongolia. After travelling there by the Trans-Siberian train, I cycled 1000km across the open steppe. Having been back in …

Over the last week of riding Tom and I have ventured off the beaten track. After the town of Bulgan the asphalt ended. Soon we were back on the dirt …

The last week has been a lot of fun cycling off-road through stunning scenery with a generous helping of bizarre weather conditions. TODO: tom- …

Tom and I are now in Ulaan Baatar. The bus journey here was arduous. We expected it to take around seven hours but it took the entire day. However, …

I travelled by bus (Eurolines and Ecolines) from London to Moscow. Tom came from Yerevan on trains and buses and took the ferry from Trabzon (Turkey) …

I arrived in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, by bus last night. I decided to take the bus so I could see the capital without rushing and not have to …

Right now, I am sitting in the garden of my girlfriend’s house in France. I’ve just realised that one mosquito has bitten me on my neck, …

Tag: adventure cycling

Nicolás Marino is an adventure cyclist. His long-term adventures by bicycle have lasted for 10 years, 85 countries, across all kinds of terrain. A …

I recently came across an excellent resource on cyclingabout.com. It is amazing the level of research that has gone into the list. The number of …

I wrote a series of popular articles about preparing for a short, medium or long term adventure cycling tour; about the equipment I needed, getting …

Are you looking for a mountain bike frame that you can use for adventure cycling? Do you like Kona bikes? Do you have a penchant for niche steel …

Tag: adventure ride

When I was bike guiding in Croatia, there were a couple of guests who came out called Rob and Rachel. On one big day ride we went out and headed east …

Tag: adventure touring

A troll is a class of being in Norse mythology and Scandinavian folklore. In Old Norse sources, beings described as trolls dwell in isolated rocks, …

Tag: adventure touring bike

I recently visited Oakham Cycles to test ride the Surly Long Haul Trucker. I wanted to check it out because it is a go-to bike, good value, used and …

Tag: adventurer

David Klein, a mountain climber, from Hungary, who we stayed with on the original Ride Earth bike tour, bought up Francis Younghusband as a British …

Tag: advice

The following video is the best information I found on cleat set up. Be aware the diagrams are the wrong way round! Switch the 2 and 5 metatarsal …

Before going cycle touring I did some preparation right from the reasons behind why I was going, through to the equipment I would need. Why do I want …

On the road, you pick up a few tricks. You are more vulnerable by yourself, in an unfamiliar place and you need to be able to trust and cooperate with …

Good writers have often used sport as a metaphor for life. Preparation wins races. Keep your gear clean. Gear isn’t everything. Don’t ride …

To me an expedition means: exploring, new ideas and experimentation. It can offer a great deal of learning potential. An expedition usually requires …

Travelling is often seen as something for the rich. However, over the years travel has got cheaper. The majority of my ‘real’ travel …

I lived in London for 4 years between 2010 and 2014. London is a great place for walking and cycling. There is a huge amount to explore. Anyone who …

How much you spent in each country and how long you were there for? It depended on where I was travelling. I lived very much on a shoe string. In …

If you’re considering going on a bicycle tour, then you can faced with a considerable range of options for bikes and equipment when preparing. …

Benefits Cheaper than public transport Getting fit whilst travelling Hugely diverse area, geographically and politically. The geography in Europe is …

PrepareI spent a considerable chunk of time preparing for our bike trip, Ride Earth. We read about previous expeditions on websites such as 'Crazy Guy …

This post is from 2009 when I had just started writing Weave of the Ride. My writing is going well. It is a new challenge and I’m enjoying it. I …

Tag: afan-forest-mtb

Back in April, I took the train to Bristol to pick up a bike I bought on Ebay, a Kona Hoss, and a Bob Trailer and went onward to Port Talbot in Wales. …

Tag: africa

What is the best time of the year to go? Anytime. Tanzania has a wet season from March-May and short rains October. It’s hottest in Jan/Feb. …

Tag: age 20-50

Tag: aid

This morning, I have been digging through the news about the conflict between Russia and Georgia. I am trying to find some articles, which are closer …

Tag: airbnb

Since writing this article, Airbnb have been in the news because governments have been cracking down the rules about renting out private space (Update …

Tag: alcohol

When I was staying in Georgia running mountain bike tours in 2015, in between work, a French friend, Vincent, who makes alcohol invited me to collect …

Tag: ale

I’ve been a fan of Doom Bar for a while and saw this slightly stronger beer from the same brewer. “Sea Fury” and it’s …

This is a beer I discovered quite recently and has become one of my favourites. Brewery: Oakham Ales Oakham Ales is an English brewery now based in …

Tag: altura

Blackburn Whyte gravel bike with Blackburn Outpost range of bikepacking bags. Altura Charge Plug with Altura waterproof Bikepacking luggage range. …

Tag: amazon

I have, in my hands, a book that contains stories of a myriad people and places, woven together to animate and illuminate a section of life-lived. I …

Tag: amdavad

I am in the Gujarat capital, Amdavad, spending a few days relaxing before continuing on to Mumbai. It’s a nice city to spend some time. …

Tag: america

I contacted Goat from the ridingthespine.com because I was planning to do a similar trip. Goat and two friends rode the Great Divide Mountain bike …

Tag: american

We went off to Svaneti on a bike tour. I’d been staying at James’ place for a few days after arriving in Georgia. Our new friend Vako driving in his …

Tag: amplify positivity

Tag: amritsar

I’m in India and I feel tired to be honest. It’s a good job that I have the opportunity to rest for a few days. Yesterday, riding to the …

Tag: andalusia

I’ve named a few of my creative outputs. Some of the names I’ve come up with have stuck around and some haven’t. I’m quite good at reeling off a load …

Joya: arte + ecología presents the second Encuentro Internacional de Arte y Ecología #2, a transdisciplinary symposium for those involved or concerned …

Tag: andrew welch

My new book which covers my cycle journey onward from Georgia, through Iran, Pakistan, India, Nepal, and a separate trip to Mongolia, as well as a …

Tag: anker

Power banks are used for providing portable power to charge battery powered items like mobile phones and other similar items that have a USB …

Tag: apidura

Mondraker Podium Carbon Pro Tech Spec Highlights Frame: Podium 29er Stealth Air Carbon, redesigned internal structure , Integrated Stem Technology …

Tag: app

Since writing this article, Airbnb have been in the news because governments have been cracking down the rules about renting out private space (Update …

There is a hugely popular app game from Nintendo out called Pokemon Go. It topped the app store download chart on both iPhone’s App Store and …

Strava is a very cool app. I’ve found it motivates me to explore and push myself. Here are some tips, from my experience of using it: Hardware …

Tag: architecture

I went to a talk at the British Georgian Society in London about the architectural heritage of Tbilisi. Ecommos Georgia organisation is a French …

After Isfahan the landscape between the big cities was bare and remote but the roads were extremely good quality. I choose to take the highway because …

I am in the Gujarat capital, Amdavad, spending a few days relaxing before continuing on to Mumbai. It’s a nice city to spend some time. …

Tag: armenia

Having cycled to the Caucasus, I arrived in Armenia, spring 2008 and was staying with some Couchsurfers, Max and Irene. Max suggested we go skiing in …

Take the opportunity to party I made many friends during my time in Tbilisi, Georgia. One such friend was Vincent. I met Vincent for the first time …

Originally written 2009, updated 2017. Armenia is a country is the Caucasus with Turkey to the west, Iran to the south and Azerbaijan to the east. It …

In April I went to Armenia to spend three weeks with a friend I met through the online service: Couchsurfing in order to learn about filmmaking and …

Tom emailed me last week to tell me he was going to follow an old man on a horse to a hot spring at 3000m. That sounded like my idea of fun so I …

Tom’s wedding happened on the 19th September. I went off to Yerevan on the 15th in the hair-raising Marshrutka (minibus). Continuing the theme …

I cycled from Kerman. I was scared. I’d heard nothing positive about the road after Kerman. Luckily as usual the negative hot air is hyped out …

Iran has at times been a challenge with regards to cycling alone. I have dealt with this mostly by recording myself talking on a voice recorder, …

The driver’s wearing a leather jacket, thick material. I think, “that’s too hot inside this cramped vehicle, it must be for the …

I arrived in Yerevan last Wednesday. I have been staying with some wonderful new friends who work at the French Embassy. From the first village after …

Tag: army

This army poncho was purchase from eBay. Features Issued to British troops up until the late 90’s 58 pattern poncho design Draw cord on hood …

Tag: art

I’ve named a few of my creative outputs. Some of the names I’ve come up with have stuck around and some haven’t. I’m quite good at reeling off a load …

Joya: arte + ecología presents the second Encuentro Internacional de Arte y Ecología #2, a transdisciplinary symposium for those involved or concerned …

Tag: artist

Andrew Ranville is an artist who I met through the Royal Geographical Society Explore Weekend displaying his projects in the ‘Communicating your …

Tag: ascent

My favourite piece of gear over the last couple of years has been my Fivefingers Treksport shoes from Vibram. I have been using them regularly mainly …

Tag: ashram

I feel a bit like I haven’t been telling the full story through the blog. This is mainly because I’ve had to do everything from Internet …

Tag: asia

I have always found bike touring to be an intensely personal and introspective endeavour. Journeys with companions have been a lot of fun, and I …

In 2010 I did a trip to Mongolia. After travelling there by the Trans-Siberian train, I cycled 1000km across the open steppe. Having been back in …

Tag: audio

Soundmagic E50S High-purity copper windings and aluminium casings both help improve detail and reduce distortion. The 10mm drive units provide an …

Tag: audio recorder

A voice recorder is a good option if you want to make notes on the move. The Olympus WS-210S is a device I used. Features Professional-grade digital …

Tag: augmented reality

There is a hugely popular app game from Nintendo out called Pokemon Go. It topped the app store download chart on both iPhone’s App Store and …

Tag: austria

Sitting on a park in Vienna after a huge thunderstorm, I find a moment of tranquillity and reflection. Earlier on I had walked down into the city to …

Tag: backgammon

Staying with a family on the way to Istanbul. We arrived in Istanbul after cycling along a dangerous highway, through 75km of suburban sprawl, which …

Tag: backpack

Tested on a multi-day hike in Spain carrying enough food and water for 3 days. The pack was my choice after doing of plenty of online and in-shop …

A seatpost bag seems like an excellent way to add luggage space where there is already a fair amount of weight (my backside). But in all seriousness, …

QUECHUA Forclaz 22 Air Day travel Backpack Quechua are the budget option but usually well made and good value for money. Designed for day hiking in …

These are some of my favourite pieces of equipment for mountain biking that I have owned and rigorously put to the test. 1. A good bag. The Osprey …

Tag: backup

Power banks are used for providing portable power to charge battery powered items like mobile phones and other similar items that have a USB …

Tag: bafang

I regularly follow a news thread called Hacker News and this was a post that I saw on there recently about the experience of building up an electric …

E-bikes are the future, undoubtedly. They are still quite expensive to buy but prices will come down. In the mean time there is also the DIY option. …

Tag: bag

Tested on a multi-day hike in Spain carrying enough food and water for 3 days. The pack was my choice after doing of plenty of online and in-shop …

Some of these bike vids are getting absolutely insane.

A seatpost bag seems like an excellent way to add luggage space where there is already a fair amount of weight (my backside). But in all seriousness, …

QUECHUA Forclaz 22 Air Day travel Backpack Quechua are the budget option but usually well made and good value for money. Designed for day hiking in …

These are some of my favourite pieces of equipment for mountain biking that I have owned and rigorously put to the test. 1. A good bag. The Osprey …

Tag: bajada

In 2016, I did a hiking expedition, named Bajada, in Spain starting in the Sierra Los Velez national park, walking a dried up watercourse and …

2014 has been an interesting year. After leaving a very good full time job at MTV in Camden, London after 2 years, I left my overpriced warehouse …

Tag: barefoot

This is a guest post by Lee Firman - an adventurer and entrepreneur who runs a company called Feetus. The Trek Ascent was released by Vibram …

Tag: base layer

A base layer is a really important item of clothing as it sits next to your skin. Having a long sleeve base layer is good in the winter, and can be …

Tag: battery

I bought this charger to both charge batteries and back up my other charging capabilities. It worked well but I think I needed to do more to get the …

Power banks are used for providing portable power to charge battery powered items like mobile phones and other similar items that have a USB …

Tag: baudrillard

Simulation and Simulacrum is a philosophy book written in 1981 where Baudrillard aims to explore the relationship between reality, symbols and …

Tag: bbc

What route have you travelled so far? The trip started in June 2007 and I cycled across Europe to the Caucasus. After getting an Iran Visa, I spent …

Tag: bear grylls

This is a part I of a summary of an article I found interesting in the Times newspaper (28/10/17) about the book, How to Stay Alive: The Ultimate …

Tag: beauty

I cycled from Kerman. I was scared. I’d heard nothing positive about the road after Kerman. Luckily as usual the negative hot air is hyped out …

Iran has at times been a challenge with regards to cycling alone. I have dealt with this mostly by recording myself talking on a voice recorder, …

Tag: become a writer

This post is from 2009 when I had just started writing Weave of the Ride. My writing is going well. It is a new challenge and I’m enjoying it. I …

Tag: beer

I’ve been a fan of Doom Bar for a while and saw this slightly stronger beer from the same brewer. “Sea Fury” and it’s …

This is a beer I discovered quite recently and has become one of my favourites. Brewery: Oakham Ales Oakham Ales is an English brewery now based in …

Tag: beginner

This is a guest post. John Muir allegedly once famously said, “Of all the paths you take, make sure at least one is dirt.” Runners have the luxury of …

This post is from 2009 when I had just started writing Weave of the Ride. My writing is going well. It is a new challenge and I’m enjoying it. I …

Tag: benefits

1. It will make you smarter Exercise is scientifically proven to stimulate your brain [1]. You will meet many more people, come across tonnes of …

Tag: between-worlds

Between Worlds chronicles a real journey of discovery from the harsh winter of Georgia to the wilds of Mongolia by bicycle. A lone ride which began in …

My new book which covers my cycle journey onward from Georgia, through Iran, Pakistan, India, Nepal, and a separate trip to Mongolia, as well as a …

Tag: beyond boundaries

Tag: bharoch

I feel a bit like I haven’t been telling the full story through the blog. This is mainly because I’ve had to do everything from Internet …

Tag: bicycle

Fuji Touring 2016 Touring Bike The Fuji Touring was one of the first mass produced touring bikes ever put on the market, and it’s one of the few …

I did the overland journey Georgia - England, there and back, two and a half times; about 15000km in total. Overland travel in Europe has it’s …

The Schwalbe Marathon XR was the obvious choice for a long distance tour (at the time of choosing in 2007), used by most other adventure cyclists to …

I was cycling through Bombay traffic about 15 minutes ago and suddenly snap, there goes my front derailleur cable frayed into a throng of …

Tag: bicycle components

The Chris King Headset is well-regarded as one of the best on the market. I bought a Chris King Headset because of the rave reviews and general …

Tag: bicycle diaries

Originally posted on Slowquest in 2011. David Byrne’s primary mode of city transport during his career as a musician and artist is a bicycle. In …

Tag: bicycle frame

Purely a list of steel bike frames - mtb and touring to be updated as and when. MTB Stanton Slackline Stanton on ebay Pipedream Pipedream on ebay …

Tag: bicycle touring

The Schwalbe Marathon XR was the obvious choice for a long distance tour (at the time of choosing in 2007), used by most other adventure cyclists to …

I have always found bike touring to be an intensely personal and introspective endeavour. Journeys with companions have been a lot of fun, and I …

Tag: bicycle trailer

The Extrawheel single wheel trailer (Voyager Model - in the shot below) is a bicycle trailer from polish manufacturer Extrawheel. It features a welded …

Tag: bicycles

I was lucky enough to meet the Kone family because they contacted Georiders to create a bespoke mountain bike tour in the Republic of Georgia. Mike …

Tag: bike

Folding bikes offer additional flexibility as they can be packed up and put on a kayak or inflatable boat for example. Storage is the main benefit, …

If you are planning on going on a long distance cycle tour, but for some sections you will put your bike on public transport (Trains, buses, coaches) …

I was looking for a new mountain bike. I went to the cycle show last year, searched online and checked out local bike shops regularly. At first I was …

ebay listing Very good condition. Frame has a few minor paint scuffs from use. Bought as new from previous owner. I’ve used it for a recent …

When I moved to London I mainly cycled to get around. Of course other modes of transport offer benefits, but cycling offers freedom, health benefits …

NOTE: This post is a work in progress. Apologies if it is a bit rough around the edges. Weather protection Go for full length enclosed outer gear and …

So you want to go on an expedition by bike. You might be asking yourself “What kit do I need?” You’ll find plenty of information out …

Sizing is a really important aspect of choosing a bike that will provide a good cycling experience. A poorly sized bike can cause health problems and …

Maintenance you aim to do will depend on the kind of conditions you’re riding in. Daily Give the bike a once-over about once a day. Check the …

If you have been a cyclist for a while then you will have built up a certain amount of knowledge about bikes, bike repair and so forth. I always find …

I regularly follow a news thread called Hacker News and this was a post that I saw on there recently about the experience of building up an electric …

Before you read the article, have you seen my books? Please check them out. Thanks! 10 Lessons Learnt from Cycling to Mongolia and Other Travels …

Fuji Touring 2016 Touring Bike The Fuji Touring was one of the first mass produced touring bikes ever put on the market, and it’s one of the few …

E-bikes are the future, undoubtedly. They are still quite expensive to buy but prices will come down. In the mean time there is also the DIY option. …

I reviewed an electric tour bike earlier this year and was pleasantly surprised by its power and build quality. I decided to take this one step …

I tried this bike out along with a number of other e-bikes at the National Cycle Show at the NEC in Birmingham. The test involved riding a section of …

Mondraker Podium Carbon Pro Tech Spec Highlights Frame: Podium 29er Stealth Air Carbon, redesigned internal structure , Integrated Stem Technology …

Yesterday I went to the Cycle Show at the Birmingham NEC to check out all the new bikes and try out mountain bikes and e-bikes. It was a good trip and …

A troll is a class of being in Norse mythology and Scandinavian folklore. In Old Norse sources, beings described as trolls dwell in isolated rocks, …

Tech Spec Highlights Full dynamo light set up Burly Reynolds 725 frameset Full Tiagra 3x10 groupset Front and rear Tubus racks Tech Spec Frame: …

A quick blast on the Canyon mountain bikes website reveals this mad machine - the Canyon Dude - a kind of fatbike, hardtail mountain bike with …

The Surly Ogre’s name perhaps doesn’t give the bike the right image or the image that it needs. Ogres are usually ugly and trudge about …

I recently visited Oakham Cycles to test ride the Surly Long Haul Trucker. I wanted to check it out because it is a go-to bike, good value, used and …

I recently came across an excellent resource on cyclingabout.com. It is amazing the level of research that has gone into the list. The number of …

If you’re considering going on a bicycle tour, then you can faced with a considerable range of options for bikes and equipment when preparing. …

Before you read the article, have you seen my books? Please check them out. Thanks! 10 Lessons Learnt from Cycling to Mongolia and Other Travels …

I did the overland journey Georgia - England, there and back, two and a half times; about 15000km in total. Overland travel in Europe has it’s …

The Kona Caldera (2008) is a strong cross country frame with good handling. I hadn’t heard of the Kona Caldera before I picked this frame up. It …

The Schwalbe Marathon XR was the obvious choice for a long distance tour (at the time of choosing in 2007), used by most other adventure cyclists to …

When I am cycling round in London, I see many different types of bikes but which is the best for riding in the city? Single Speeder Many people go for …

Tag: bike design

The Schwalbe Marathon XR was the obvious choice for a long distance tour (at the time of choosing in 2007), used by most other adventure cyclists to …

Tag: bike hike

When I was bike guiding in Croatia, there were a couple of guests who came out called Rob and Rachel. On one big day ride we went out and headed east …

Tag: bike maintenance

Bike maintenance is essential knowledge for the adventure cyclist. You don’t need to be Sheldon Brown but you need to know the basics. Truing …

Tag: bike show

EUROBIKE happens each year in Friedrichshafen, Germany to showcase premieres of new bike kit, the latest trends and ideas. From it’s early …

Tag: bike tour

Health tips Staying Healthy On A Bike Tour Tour Tips & tricks: Health 10 ways to stay healthy on a bike tour Boots Vaccination Advice NHS Scotland …

Hello! You have probably got here searching for that exact question. That’s great, because I have some good information for you to help with …

Tag: bike touring

This is the last in the four part series. Please check out part 1,2,3 if you haven’t already. This one is about the luggage set up. I find that …

How much you spent in each country and how long you were there for? It depended on where I was travelling. I lived very much on a shoe string. In …

This post is one of a series about Adventure Cycle Touring that formed part of the foundation for my ebook Prepare Pack Pedal. It is ideal if your …

Tag: bike trailer

The Extrawheel single wheel trailer (Voyager Model - in the shot below) is a bicycle trailer from polish manufacturer Extrawheel. It features a welded …

Tag: bike-components

E-bikes are the future, undoubtedly. They are still quite expensive to buy but prices will come down. In the mean time there is also the DIY option. …

Yesterday I went to the Cycle Show at the Birmingham NEC to check out all the new bikes and try out mountain bikes and e-bikes. It was a good trip and …

On first look you might think a dropper seatpost is another gimmick for bikers with too much spare cash. However, out riding recently with others with …

Purely a list of steel bike frames - mtb and touring to be updated as and when. MTB Stanton Slackline Stanton on ebay Pipedream Pipedream on ebay …

Shimano XTR back in 2007 used to be highest end version of Shimano mountain bike drivetrain products. The question I had was should I used XT or XTR …

Most handlebars for mountain bikes are either flat: or what is known as a riser bar where the bar rises at an angle from the centre point: Backsweep …

The Chris King Headset is well-regarded as one of the best on the market. I bought a Chris King Headset because of the rave reviews and general …

Tag: bike-light

Solar Storm 3 lamp bicycle light is the light I use on my commuter bike and for mountain biking. It is a metal-cased multi-LED light with a …

Tag: bikepacking

Bikepacking Scotland ‘06 takes you on an unforgettable journey through the rugged landscapes of Scotland. This book chronicles an epic …

I was looking for some ways to strap stuff onto my bike. I started searching “bikepacking straps”. This is a thing, but the straps are …

A couple of weeks ago I came across an article on bikepacking.com for a route round the Gower peninsula in Wales. I had been looking for a trip to do …

ebay listing Very good condition. Frame has a few minor paint scuffs from use. Bought as new from previous owner. I’ve used it for a recent …

Some of these bike vids are getting absolutely insane.

A seatpost bag seems like an excellent way to add luggage space where there is already a fair amount of weight (my backside). But in all seriousness, …

I contacted Goat from the ridingthespine.com because I was planning to do a similar trip. Goat and two friends rode the Great Divide Mountain bike …

Do you enjoy cycling and adventure? Do you not care about the terrain - paved or unpaved? Are you a fan of camping and just want to get out on a mini …

Joey Schusler is an adventure athlete specializing in mountain biking & skiing. He couples his athletic skills with his creative drive as a …

Most handlebars for mountain bikes are either flat: or what is known as a riser bar where the bar rises at an angle from the centre point: Backsweep …

Raindance, which opens in London on September 25th sets its sights firmly on independent filmmaking, and has done so for the last twenty years, to the …

Tom and I headed from Moron, where we had taken some days off to rest, to Hatgal which is a town on the Southern tip of lake Hovsgol. We had grown …

Over the last week of riding Tom and I have ventured off the beaten track. After the town of Bulgan the asphalt ended. Soon we were back on the dirt …

Tom and I are now in Ulaan Baatar. The bus journey here was arduous. We expected it to take around seven hours but it took the entire day. However, …

Tag: bikes

Exploring the dry landscape in the Sierra Los Velez national park in Spain Starting my “Bajada” dry watercourse hike in Spain Steep sided …

Inverness to Fort William off-road tour. Scotland waterfall. Mark on a tricky path in Scotland. Morning after staying in a bothy in the Highlands. …

Mondraker Podium Carbon Pro Tech Spec Highlights Frame: Podium 29er Stealth Air Carbon, redesigned internal structure , Integrated Stem Technology …

Look Mum No Hands Cycle Cafe 49 Old Street, EC1V 9HX Combining a cafe, a bicycle workshop, a bar, and exhibition space. Coffee comes from local …

I was lucky enough to meet the Kone family because they contacted Georiders to create a bespoke mountain bike tour in the Republic of Georgia. Mike …

Tag: biking

Looking for gifts for cyclists? Why not try these items (or similar): Winter Cycling Gloves: dhb Windslam Stretch Cycling Gloves Some warm gloves for …

You might be more likely to find this headlamp in a hardware store than an outdoor shop. However, this lamp ticks many of the boxes in the search for …

The last week has been a lot of fun cycling off-road through stunning scenery with a generous helping of bizarre weather conditions. TODO: tom- …

Tag: bitcoin

What is it? Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency which is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses cryptography to secure its …

Tag: black sea

The other day I was cycling towards Trabzon. We cycled in a number of dark, ominous looking tunnels. I’m cycling along, and then there it is, …

Although people are helpful and friendly, we often get looked at like we have three heads. I find it funny, and it’s completely harmless and …

Tag: blackburn

Blackburn Whyte gravel bike with Blackburn Outpost range of bikepacking bags. Altura Charge Plug with Altura waterproof Bikepacking luggage range. …

Tag: blast

A really useful item for travelling overland is a good multi-tool. Gerber and Leatherman are the main brands. The blast is a lightweight, …

Tag: boardman

Mondraker Podium Carbon Pro Tech Spec Highlights Frame: Podium 29er Stealth Air Carbon, redesigned internal structure , Integrated Stem Technology …

Tag: bombay

I intended to get up again at 5 am this morning like I did yesterday. However, unfortunately today there was no mosquito to bite me and make me feel a …

Tag: book

Evernote Evolved offers a comprehensive guide to mastering Evernote, a powerful tool for organizing your life and maximizing your productivity. This …

Mountain Biking Routes in The Republic of Georgia is your ultimate guide to exploring the diverse and challenging trails of Georgia. From lush forests …

10 Lessons Learnt from Cycling to Mongolia and Other Travels… is a reflective and insightful account of the lessons learned during …

Bikepacking Scotland ‘06 takes you on an unforgettable journey through the rugged landscapes of Scotland. This book chronicles an epic …

These were some of my first attempts at names for my self-published book Prepare, Pack, Pedal which is a practical guide to going cycle touring. …

25 of the Most Effective Ways to Get Insight, Boost Productivity and Increase Creativity is a practical guide packed with actionable strategies to …

Between Worlds chronicles a real journey of discovery from the harsh winter of Georgia to the wilds of Mongolia by bicycle. A lone ride which began in …

The following are common questions I was asked when I did talks about my cycle travels. how much you spent in each country and how long you were there …

This is a part I of a summary of an article I found interesting in the Times newspaper (28/10/17) about the book, How to Stay Alive: The Ultimate …

Perry’s book focuses on the under-appreciate topic of what constitutes male identity in these times. Grayson Perry is an artist who is known for …

Back in the 60s a revolutionary group of geographers called the Situationists came up with a way to explore city spaces called the Dérive. They went …

After I finished my cycle tours across Europe and Asia, I organised all my research and planning into a guidebook, including route choice, equipment, …

Between Worlds chronicles a real journey of discovery from the harsh winter of Georgia to the wilds of Mongolia by bicycle. A lone ride which began in …

Bumper edition of my 2 books including the journey from England to the Caucasus, solo ride round India and Nepal and further adventuring in Mongolia. …

In my early twenties, one hot summer day seen through an office window, I felt as if I should be getting out on my bike more. A flippant message to a …

Use your imagination beforehand and try to understand what is the most effective thing to do. Do research on other books in existence. Simple will be …

Very little joy from hours of spamming journalists Any media coverage I have got has proved so unproductive at selling books/makingmoney/opening …

An ebook is a useful format that is different from a paper book. An ebook can be updated comparatively quickly and easily. It has next to no …

Take the opportunity to party I made many friends during my time in Tbilisi, Georgia. One such friend was Vincent. I met Vincent for the first time …

Originally posted on Slowquest in 2011. David Byrne’s primary mode of city transport during his career as a musician and artist is a bicycle. In …

Simulation and Simulacrum is a philosophy book written in 1981 where Baudrillard aims to explore the relationship between reality, symbols and …

Lays out the foundation of the story of economics for the last couple of hundred years. Very topical to write something about ‘fixing the …

Weave of the Ride is a blog about a tour across Europe I did. This blog is here because I wanted to nicely re-edit and represent. According to Google …

A year ago, I realised I had written so much to help people plan their bicycle tours on my blog but it was all on blog posts I thought it could be …

My new book which covers my cycle journey onward from Georgia, through Iran, Pakistan, India, Nepal, and a separate trip to Mongolia, as well as a …

On Saturday 3rd of August 2013, ‘Weave of the Ride’ was officially launched on a sunny Hampstead Heath. People turned up from all …

I was happy to have two blog posts written about Weave of the Ride. Tom Allen from tomsbiketrip.com and Alastair Humphreys (National Geographic …

From ‘Frozen Lands’ Chapter 60 We departed at sunrise the following day. The bitterly cold air became gradually less polluted as we cycled …

I usually keep a daily diary anyway but when I travel it captures all the details of that day. I have then been able to read back through my diary and …

Tag: book review

Perry’s book focuses on the under-appreciate topic of what constitutes male identity in these times. Grayson Perry is an artist who is known for …

I was lent this book recently after striking up a conversation about The Tipping Point and my friend had read it and also recommended this book. …

Originally posted on Slowquest in 2011. David Byrne’s primary mode of city transport during his career as a musician and artist is a bicycle. In …

Lays out the foundation of the story of economics for the last couple of hundred years. Very topical to write something about ‘fixing the …

Tag: books

Whilst travelling I picked up new experiences and I kept journals each day. I decided to share them in the following books and guidebooks. Travelogue …

The Weather Makers A series of essays about the consequences of global warming. It looks into the knock on effects of rising carbon dioxide levels …

Tag: boots

I managed to get a pair of these beauties sponsored from Chain Reaction Cycles. They are a hiking-style boot with a solid sole for riding efficiency. …

Tag: boulder

We went off to Svaneti on a bike tour. I’d been staying at James’ place for a few days after arriving in Georgia. Our new friend Vako driving in his …

Tag: boulder bicycle

I was lucky enough to meet the Kone family because they contacted Georiders to create a bespoke mountain bike tour in the Republic of Georgia. Mike …

Tag: brain

Researchers at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have come up with a new map of the outer layer of the brain called the …

Tag: brand

I just came across this article and thought it linked nicely to my previous post about whether to buy cheap or expensive clothes (and where those …

Tag: brand-x

On first look you might think a dropper seatpost is another gimmick for bikers with too much spare cash. However, out riding recently with others with …

Tag: break the mundane

Tag: breathable

This army poncho was purchase from eBay. Features Issued to British troops up until the late 90’s 58 pattern poncho design Draw cord on hood …

A base layer is a really important item of clothing as it sits next to your skin. Having a long sleeve base layer is good in the winter, and can be …

Tag: brendon fairclough

Combine Josh Bryceland, Phil Atwill, Brendan Fairclough and a bunch of other riders. Add in some wintery British slopes and you’ve got yourself a …

Tag: british

I just came across this article and thought it linked nicely to my previous post about whether to buy cheap or expensive clothes (and where those …

This army poncho was purchase from eBay. Features Issued to British troops up until the late 90’s 58 pattern poncho design Draw cord on hood …

Tag: british pie

Combine Josh Bryceland, Phil Atwill, Brendan Fairclough and a bunch of other riders. Add in some wintery British slopes and you’ve got yourself a …

Tag: brompton

I reviewed an electric tour bike earlier this year and was pleasantly surprised by its power and build quality. I decided to take this one step …

Tag: brooks

I use a Brooks Champion Flyer saddle for my cycle touring. It had the reputation of being the most comfortable saddle. After the initial break-in …

The Brooks Chamption Flyer Saddle is a leather, steel sprung saddle from Brooks. It is meant for touring and trekking use. Features Length: 275mm …

Tag: budget

Travelling is often seen as something for the rich. However, over the years travel has got cheaper. The majority of my ‘real’ travel …

Tag: buds

Soundmagic E50S High-purity copper windings and aluminium casings both help improve detail and reduce distortion. The 10mm drive units provide an …

Tag: buff

Before I had any experience of travel I had no idea what a Buff was and when we were sponsored by Buff they sent us about 12 of them featuring …

Tag: bug fixing

I originally wrote this in 2010. Updated 2017. Identifying habits that perhaps hold me back and creating solutions. Problem: Using technology through …

Tag: build

So you want to go on an expedition by bike. You might be asking yourself “What kit do I need?” You’ll find plenty of information out …

If you have been a cyclist for a while then you will have built up a certain amount of knowledge about bikes, bike repair and so forth. I always find …

Update Summer 2017 Upgraded the bike with a Brand X Dropper post. Update October 2016 After riding weekly with local club Wakerley Wheelers, the bike …

Tag: bureacracy

Making decisions about where to travel when on the road should be a spontaneous decision but when you throw visa regulations and bureaucracy into the …

Tag: bus

If you are planning on going on a long distance cycle tour, but for some sections you will put your bike on public transport (Trains, buses, coaches) …

I did the overland journey Georgia - England, there and back, two and a half times; about 15000km in total. Overland travel in Europe has it’s …

I caught a bus full of Georgian Folklore dancers all the way back to Lyon in France via Turkey, Greece, Italy, Switzerland and France. We spent a day …

I arrived in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, by bus last night. I decided to take the bus so I could see the capital without rushing and not have to …

Tag: bushcraft

Being one with nature and sleeping under the stars can sometimes be all that we think about when planning a camping trip. Making sure that everything …

A really useful item for travelling overland is a good multi-tool. Gerber and Leatherman are the main brands. The blast is a lightweight, …

Tag: business

Update 2017. Georidersmtb is no longer operating. I will write a full report of what happened with my experience setting up a mountain bike tour …

When I decided to go cycle touring back in 2007, it was because I wanted to have an adventure. I had no intention of making a career of it. When I …

I am in the wonderful city of Tbilisi, Georgia. The first week I took an Irish guy on a challenging but fantastic one day bike tour, then two …

Tag: buy

If you have been a cyclist for a while then you will have built up a certain amount of knowledge about bikes, bike repair and so forth. I always find …

Tag: cafe

Look Mum No Hands Cycle Cafe 49 Old Street, EC1V 9HX Combining a cafe, a bicycle workshop, a bar, and exhibition space. Coffee comes from local …

Tag: camera

I used the Gopro Hero 3 Black Edition on a walking trip in Spain. I was attracted to the wide angle lense because I was shooting footage along a …

A zoom lens offering a high zoom ratio with magnification of 11.1x Features Zoom lock switch Compact Silent Wave Motor (SWM) Built-in Vibration …

Tag: camping

I wanted the smallest, lightest possible roll mat, and this one fit the bill at the right price. A good product recommended. After much research this …

Being one with nature and sleeping under the stars can sometimes be all that we think about when planning a camping trip. Making sure that everything …

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 …

This army poncho was purchase from eBay. Features Issued to British troops up until the late 90’s 58 pattern poncho design Draw cord on hood …

MSR DragonFly Stove The MSR DragonFly Stove is a multi fuel stove which can burn any liquid fuel including diesel. Feature / benefits Dual-valve for …

I like sleeping outside. If you are going to be able to find trees to strap a hammock between or staying at a camp with these conditions, a hammock is …

Some people don’t like tents and prefer to sleep under a shelter or just in a protective breathable ‘bivvy’ bag. However, there are …

A really useful item for travelling overland is a good multi-tool. Gerber and Leatherman are the main brands. The blast is a lightweight, …

Tag: camping mat

I wanted the smallest, lightest possible roll mat, and this one fit the bill at the right price. A good product recommended. After much research this …

Tag: cannondale bikepacking

Mondraker Podium Carbon Pro Tech Spec Highlights Frame: Podium 29er Stealth Air Carbon, redesigned internal structure , Integrated Stem Technology …

Tag: canyon

A quick blast on the Canyon mountain bikes website reveals this mad machine - the Canyon Dude - a kind of fatbike, hardtail mountain bike with …

Tag: capitalism

Any ambitious person wants to feel as though their life is progressing and any intelligence person who participates in society does it because it …

Tag: career

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 …

I’m self taught coder. It is the best way I have found to make money and it interests me. I like computers and I’ve always had a talent …

As someone who has mostly made a living out of working in tech, but who loves the outdoors I have questioned the kind of existence that comes with …

Tag: carradice

The Carradice Super C panniers are well-regarded as being long lasting and reliable and are a common choice for the long distance cyclist. Features: …

Tag: cartography

This is an interview I did recently with Charles Denby, Geography student from Kings College, London. What do you think maps do? I think that maps can …

Tag: case

Mobile phone cases are important as phones are expensive and can be susceptible to getting damaged in daily use. There are many options available to …

Tag: cateye

This bike light was given to me by Emily Chappell. On receiving it, I thought it looked awesome because it was large and had multiple LEDS. Company …

Tag: ces

I attended a call with a tech specialist on CES 2020. CES 2020 showcased a variety of groundbreaking technological innovations across different …

Tag: chainring

Upon kitting out my long distance touring bike I knew from past experience that I tended to wear out middle chainrings faster. A worn chainring had …

Tag: champion flyer

The Brooks Chamption Flyer Saddle is a leather, steel sprung saddle from Brooks. It is meant for touring and trekking use. Features Length: 275mm …

Tag: charger

I bought this charger to both charge batteries and back up my other charging capabilities. It worked well but I think I needed to do more to get the …

Tag: charging

Charging setup laid out before going hiking in Spain see above. Gopro Hero Black Edition Portapow AA charger Portapow Solar Panel 11W iPhone 5 Life …

I bought this solar panel after doing considerable research on options that were out there. At the time (2013) there were a few options but most of …

Tag: charity

Last night, after a long day’s ride, I was taking some photos of an amazing sky and I met two ladies, enrobed in orange shawls. They spent a few …

Tag: cheap

Travelling is often seen as something for the rich. However, over the years travel has got cheaper. The majority of my ‘real’ travel …

Tag: chris king

The Chris King Headset is well-regarded as one of the best on the market. I bought a Chris King Headset because of the rave reviews and general …

Tag: christmas

Looking for gifts for cyclists? Why not try these items (or similar): Winter Cycling Gloves: dhb Windslam Stretch Cycling Gloves Some warm gloves for …

Tag: cities

‘Desire paths’ are where people cut off the corners of paths because it is more convenient. If you look in fields near to housing estates …

This was written in 2012 when I was studying for a Masters at Goldsmiths University of London, in Design Critical Practice. I got a gig job working on …

Tag: citra

This is a beer I discovered quite recently and has become one of my favourites. Brewery: Oakham Ales Oakham Ales is an English brewery now based in …

Tag: city

When I was studying at Goldsmiths in London back in 2011, I had just returned from a few years of travelling and I played around with the idea of …

This is an interview I did recently with Charles Denby, Geography student from Kings College, London. What do you think maps do? I think that maps can …

This post started as research for comfortable shoes city exploring in London and Tbilisi. The criteria was lightweight, durable and able to wear in …

There is a hugely popular app game from Nintendo out called Pokemon Go. It topped the app store download chart on both iPhone’s App Store and …

When I am cycling round in London, I see many different types of bikes but which is the best for riding in the city? Single Speeder Many people go for …

I arrived in Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal, by bus last night. I decided to take the bus so I could see the capital without rushing and not have to …

Tag: cleat

The following video is the best information I found on cleat set up. Be aware the diagrams are the wrong way round! Switch the 2 and 5 metatarsal …

Tag: climate change

Back in 2001 I studied Environment, Economics and Ecology at York University. At the time the environment was a hot topic and it seemed like there …

From the archive. Originally published 2008. Since then I have new ideas about the approach to Climate Change. I studied for 3 years on the subject at …

Tom, David and I went for a bike ride into the Caucasus mountains of Georgia. I’d been planning it for a while and I wanted to get some proper …

On 24th October cyclists, walkers and skaters gathered outside the Philharmonia theatre in Tbilisi to parade down Rustaveli as part of Climate Week …

When Sylvester, the Polish cyclist we met on Christmas Day in Batumi was explaining that conditions were difficult for local people in Georgia, coping …

Tag: clothes

I just came across this article and thought it linked nicely to my previous post about whether to buy cheap or expensive clothes (and where those …

Everyone has to buy clothes. With the prevalence of department stores like Primark that sell cheap clothes, the question is whether it is false …

Tag: clothing

Everyone has to buy clothes. With the prevalence of department stores like Primark that sell cheap clothes, the question is whether it is false …

This sock was sponsored by a company for Ride Earth. It contains a yarn called Marfil which apparently is very good at wicking away moisture so your …

Tag: co2

Tom, David and I went for a bike ride into the Caucasus mountains of Georgia. I’d been planning it for a while and I wanted to get some proper …

On 24th October cyclists, walkers and skaters gathered outside the Philharmonia theatre in Tbilisi to parade down Rustaveli as part of Climate Week …

Tag: coast

You might be more likely to find this headlamp in a hardware store than an outdoor shop. However, this lamp ticks many of the boxes in the search for …

Tag: coastline

The other day I was cycling towards Trabzon. We cycled in a number of dark, ominous looking tunnels. I’m cycling along, and then there it is, …

Tag: coding

I’m self taught coder. It is the best way I have found to make money and it interests me. I like computers and I’ve always had a talent …

Tag: cold water

You know that you have told yourself that you are going to do it. You have set up this self challenge that means that any time there is an opportunity …

Tag: colour

Last week it was the Holi festival. People throw colourful powder and drench each other with water. I took a cycle ride through the Mehrauli area near …

Tag: commuting

When I moved to London I mainly cycled to get around. Of course other modes of transport offer benefits, but cycling offers freedom, health benefits …

Tag: comparisons

This page displays a table of bikes that I have reviewed or included in the bike reviews section with links back to the articles. From this list you …

Tag: components

Upon kitting out my long distance touring bike I knew from past experience that I tended to wear out middle chainrings faster. A worn chainring had …

Tag: computer

I spend some of my time working as a developer programming websites. The comedy show, The IT Crowd, portrays an image of a computer nerd - an average …

I was in an Internet cafe this morning, feeling crappy and depressed. I woke up with a head full of heavy thoughts about my future travel plans and I …

Tag: computer game

Since I went to Scouts as a child I always had an interest in survival skills. Perhaps its the doomsday outlook about the future in the media or the …

Tag: computers

I’m self taught coder. It is the best way I have found to make money and it interests me. I like computers and I’ve always had a talent …

Tag: conditioning

I am lucky enough to have been able to train with Stewart Lovejoy for the last couple of years. He is a long term martial artist and fitness expert …

Tag: conflict

I’ve been following the news media frenzy on the conflict in Georgia. There are many news media channels available on google.co.uk/news and …

Today Georgia declared a state of war with Russia. Luckily, I’d left on the 26th of July to come home to England and surprise my family. I …

Tag: cookies

This website uses Google Analytics to analyse website traffic. It has the Google Adsense code installed to show targeted ads to users. The website …

Tag: cooking

MSR DragonFly Stove The MSR DragonFly Stove is a multi fuel stove which can burn any liquid fuel including diesel. Feature / benefits Dual-valve for …

Tag: corridor

This was written in 2012 when I was studying for a Masters at Goldsmiths University of London, in Design Critical Practice. I got a gig job working on …

Tag: couchsurfing

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 …

Tag: covid

Covid pandemic Weird news conferences Not allowed to leave home Working from home Staying fit from home Home food deliveries New baby to look after

Tag: craghoppers

These hiking trousers from Craghoppers are lightweight, quick-drying, and comfortable. They consist of sun-protective fabric, stain proof and water …

Tag: creative

Take the opportunity to party I made many friends during my time in Tbilisi, Georgia. One such friend was Vincent. I met Vincent for the first time …

Tag: creative writing

The driver’s wearing a leather jacket, thick material. I think, “that’s too hot inside this cramped vehicle, it must be for the …

Tag: creativity

25 of the Most Effective Ways to Get Insight, Boost Productivity and Increase Creativity is a practical guide packed with actionable strategies to …

Tag: critical

Recently there was a post on Tom Allen’s blog about how Adventure is now being used to sell products. Loads of people commented on it. I was …

Tag: croatia

In 2005, for 6 months I worked as a mountain bike guide. Each day I would make the following speech to guests: Welcome, I’m Andy. I am the …

When I was bike guiding in Croatia, there were a couple of guests who came out called Rob and Rachel. On one big day ride we went out and headed east …

Tag: cross country

‘Desire paths’ are where people cut off the corners of paths because it is more convenient. If you look in fields near to housing estates …

Tag: crossfit

In the last couple of years I have used my Merrell Trail Glove 3 and Inov Trailroc 255 trainers and wrote long term reviews about them (linked above). …

Back in February, some friends who were ‘Crossfitters’ offered to me to go and try and try a session with them. I was sceptical at first. …

Tag: crosso

The Crosso Dry 60 is a set of bicycle panniers designed for adventure touring. They have a sealed and welded closure to prevent against mud and water …

Tag: crosstraining

In the last couple of years I have used my Merrell Trail Glove 3 and Inov Trailroc 255 trainers and wrote long term reviews about them (linked above). …

Tag: cryptocurrency

What is it? Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency which is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses cryptography to secure its …

Tag: culture

Much esteemed guests from Boulder Colorado who enjoyed our Svaneti tour last year have been dabbling in some Georgian cooking. The valiant project …

Tag: cycle

If you are planning on going on a long distance cycle tour, but for some sections you will put your bike on public transport (Trains, buses, coaches) …

For me, one of the most surprisingly aspect of bicycle touring was how it allowed me to explore my mind as well as the physical world. Exploring is …

When I moved to London I mainly cycled to get around. Of course other modes of transport offer benefits, but cycling offers freedom, health benefits …

In the first installation of the series I wrote the frame and suspension. In this one I will talk about the drivetrain: Bicycle drivetrain systems are …

Look Mum No Hands Cycle Cafe 49 Old Street, EC1V 9HX Combining a cafe, a bicycle workshop, a bar, and exhibition space. Coffee comes from local …

I was cycling through Bombay traffic about 15 minutes ago and suddenly snap, there goes my front derailleur cable frayed into a throng of …

Tag: cycle cafe

Look Mum No Hands Cycle Cafe 49 Old Street, EC1V 9HX Combining a cafe, a bicycle workshop, a bar, and exhibition space. Coffee comes from local …

Tag: cycle lanes

Cycling is better for inner city journeys and the government is responding to this. However, there is still a long way to go to catch up with the …

Tag: cycle show

Mondraker Podium Carbon Pro Tech Spec Highlights Frame: Podium 29er Stealth Air Carbon, redesigned internal structure , Integrated Stem Technology …

Tag: cycle tour

The first few days in Romania were mentally tough. We donned full wet weather gear and ventured onwards. It was overcast, drizzly, cold and miserable. …

Tag: cycle touring kit

Some people don’t like tents and prefer to sleep under a shelter or just in a protective breathable ‘bivvy’ bag. However, there are …

Tag: cycle-touring

10 Lessons Learnt from Cycling to Mongolia and Other Travels… is a reflective and insightful account of the lessons learned during …

Wheel choice for expedition biking is a personal one. I used Sunn Rhynolyte rims because they lasted well and are still going strong. I’ve …

The following are common questions I was asked when I did talks about my cycle travels. how much you spent in each country and how long you were there …

For an any outdoor trip you should take a basic first aid kit. Here are list of essentials with a focus on cycling. Antibiotic / hydrocortisone …

We started out as three and had to get used to life on the road. However, the freedom was palpable and things soon improved. Once we had crossed the …

Tech Spec Highlights Full dynamo light set up Burly Reynolds 725 frameset Full Tiagra 3x10 groupset Front and rear Tubus racks Tech Spec Frame: …

After I finished my cycle tours across Europe and Asia, I organised all my research and planning into a guidebook, including route choice, equipment, …

What is the best time of the year to go? Anytime. Tanzania has a wet season from March-May and short rains October. It’s hottest in Jan/Feb. …

Between Worlds chronicles a real journey of discovery from the harsh winter of Georgia to the wilds of Mongolia by bicycle. A lone ride which began in …

The Ultimate choice for travellers when heel clearance is an issue. The lower mounting point of bags improves the centre of gravity and also …

Before cycle touring, I’d done a lot of mountain biking day trips but the first time I did a multi-day “adventure” trip was in …