Anker astro external battery 5600 mAh Review
Power banks are used for providing portable power to charge battery powered items like mobile phones and other similar items that have a USB …
Bear Grylls Survival Guide Part I
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 …
Brand X Ascend Dropper Seatpost Review
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 …
5 Top Day Trip Backpacks Review
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 …
Bicycle Touring: Reliable fundamentals
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. …
Are 1000 Mile Marfil Road Cycling Socks a Good Choice for Adventure Cycling?
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 …
Vaude Hogan Ultralight Argon Tent Long Term Review
Some people don’t like tents and prefer to sleep under a shelter or just in a protective breathable ‘bivvy’ bag. However, there are …
How to Build the Perfect Expedition Bike for a Hassle-free Bike Tour
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 …
What Kit Do You Need To Go Adventure Cycling?
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 …