Outdoors

All the very latest news, product reviews and useful information to help you make the most of the great outdoors.

Tentbox Cargo Hardshell Aluminium Roof Tent – Review

Tentbox Cargo Hardshell Aluminium Roof Tent – Review

The ultimate adventure companion, the TentBox Cargo Roof Tent is waterproof, durable and versatile. Transforming into a sleeping pod for two in under 60 seconds, as well as offering optional gear space, it is ideal for all kinds of camping. Top Features: Durable, waterproof, and weatherproof 280gsm rip-stop canvas, with a 2000mm PU-membrane; Strong and lightweight aluminium honeycomb shell Waterproof silicone sealant tape applied behind all seams, for added protection; Waterproof SBS zips to keep the rain out Stainless steel and aluminium finished throughout Built-in ventilation with vents at base, unique mattress shape…continue reading →
Cube Nuroad Race Gravel Bike – Bike Packing

Cube Nuroad Race Gravel Bike – Bike Packing

What is bikepacking? Bikepacking involves taking minimalist camping kit (as little as possible) which is then packed into bags that are strapped to your bike frame, bars, forks, seatpost – anywhere you can! The aim is to keep your bike as light and manoeuvrable as possible, usually with off-road riding in mind. It can be tricky choosing the right kit to take, but weight and less of it is the name of the game, which in turn will lead to a better ride. My choice - Cube Nuroad Race 2022 Can a bike…continue reading →
Burley Nomad Trailer – Review

Burley Nomad Trailer – Review

Burley Nomad Trailer Review A versatile bike traielr great for touring and hauling around my dog. Back at the start of November 2022, my Collie dog Darcey suddenly had an injury that would effect the rest of her life. Following an operation on a slipped disc in her spine, she is currently a few weeks in to 3-6months of slow rehabilitation and light exercise. My girlfriend and I love cycling and not wanting to leave Darcey at home and having recently lost my old dog Poppy to cancer, I jumped on Google and…continue reading →
Doggy Adventures

Doggy Adventures

Don't forget your dog when heading out for an adventure! Many dog owners don’t think about to take their dogs exploring with them when heading outside on an adventure, however there are plenty of dog-friendly opportunities available these days, so plan something unique with your 4 legged friend. If you are thinking about taking your dog with you, remember to choose a trip or location that won't be too strenuous for them or dangerous. If your dog is older, with mobility issues, a short walk on the beach would be an ideal adventure.…continue reading →
Guide 1 – Your paddling adventures start here!

Guide 1 – Your paddling adventures start here!

Here are my useful pointers to get you on the water having fun and staying safe! The UK being an island, has an abundance of places to paddle on the coast but also a great selection of inland waterways, lakes and lochs. There are a wide range of groups, clubs and watersport centres where you can try out and join in kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding etc. When starting out always paddle with other people. If you end up in the water, it will be another paddler who will help you back in your boat.…continue reading →
Lomo Kayak Buoyancy Bag

Lomo Kayak Buoyancy Bag

Kayak Buoyancy Bags are designed for filling the front or rear chambers of a sea kayak or touring kayak, if you do not have any gear inside them. There have been many stories of people out for the day in their kayak, but not out on an expedition, so their main hatches are empty or only partly loaded. If your kayak has internal bulkheads front and rear of the cockpit, then you can images your kayak split in to 3. Front chamber, cockpit, rear chamber. When empty or only partly loaded the front…continue reading →
Road cycling and my Specialized bike

Road cycling and my Specialized bike

The open road, the wind in your hair, the beautiful countryside. Cycling wheather it's on the road or down a track on a mountain bike is great fun, great exercise and every ride is an adventure. People look at bikes these days and think, ah it's just a bike. I discovered that cycling has a great deal more to it these days. In addition to learning the fundamentals of cycling to improve my style and technique, over the years I've had to learn about bikes! I'm a very practical guy so setting too…continue reading →
Guide 2 – Where to kayak in the UK

Guide 2 – Where to kayak in the UK

Great Britain has some of the best kayaking in the world. We have huge variety in our rivers, wetlands and coastline. Soon you’ll discover it’s always best explored from the comfort of a canoe or kayak. There are some issues involved in choosing where to paddle. Here we look at the access issues in a variety of environments, how to access all this information and where to kayak in the UK. AccessWe do love our ‘red tape’ in Britain and the access to water ways is certainly not free from administration.Unlike elsewhere in…continue reading →
Guide 3 – Choosing the right Kayak for you

Guide 3 – Choosing the right Kayak for you

It’s an important decision when choosing the right boat for your paddling style. Just like bikes, boats are carefully designed to work in certain environments for particular weight ranges. When choosing a boat it is important to select one that suits you. The major point to consider is what are you going to use the boat for? Ask yourself the following questions:- Where are you going to use it? What kind of paddling do you enjoy?What conditions does it need to cope with?What will you take with you?What will you do in the future? There are many disciplines within…continue reading →
Guide 4 – What to consider when looking for a paddle?

Guide 4 – What to consider when looking for a paddle?

Here I will discuss the importance of choosing the right paddle to get the most from your paddling and reduce the risk of injury. Paddling long term with a paddle that’s too big will lead to sore wrists, elbows and shoulders. Just as tennis players get tendonitis in the elbow, paddlers get this injury in the wrists. If your paddle is too small, your rate of paddling is always too high and you’ll get tired. So what should you consider when looking for a paddle?Just like boat selection, it will reflect the type…continue reading →