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 →
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 →
TheManOutdoors Clothing Collection Becomes Reality

TheManOutdoors Clothing Collection Becomes Reality

Over the last few weeks I've got a few PM's asking me about my blue T-Shirt worn in a few of my posts with my logo on. After a lot of late nights, TheManOutdoors Collection is becoming a reality! I've been testing some samples and I'm over the moon with the results! The first set of designs are up and ready to purchase via my shop here. All clothing is 100% Organic, using 100% GMO-free cotton plants! Made in a wind powered factory, low carbon, GM free and hand finished in the UK!…continue reading →
Yoga for Runners – Stretching To Avoid Injury

Yoga for Runners – Stretching To Avoid Injury

If you're a runner the I know two things about you, you have tight legs, and you probably don't stretch enough ;). I know this because I have been a runner for 10 years or so. I have always been a mid distance runner but have done some sprinting, but regardless of distances, we all need to stretch the same muscle groups. Over the years I have picked up a number of injures from running whether it be the results of running and over use it's self or injures from tripping over or…continue reading →
Back On Track: Martyn Ashton’s new video

Back On Track: Martyn Ashton’s new video

After sustaining a life changing injury in 2013, Martyn Ashton, mountain bike and Road Bike Party legend, is Back On Track. Following his injury in 2013, Martyn Ashton, the trials legend, creator of Road Bike Party 2 Video which was a massive Youtube hit, and, above all family man and bike rider, he began his inspirational journey to get back on track and back on his bike. With his great friends Danny MacAskill, Chris Akrigg and Blake Samson and filmed by long time collaborator Robin Kitchin, this is Martyn Back On Track. It…continue reading →
Review – Cube AMS 100 Comp

Review – Cube AMS 100 Comp

The German brand Cube are slowly setting up a UK network of dealers and with the bikes I've seen so far I've been impressed with the build, ride and value for money they offer over established brands in the UK. Cube offer a 'choose your own finishing parts' options. You pick from either a frame and fork with headset and stem, or a complete bike, which you then choose the groupset, fork and brakes you want. Both options offer great value for money and build quality is superb. My Cube AMS is now…continue reading →
An cycle in The Test Valley

An cycle in The Test Valley

I've enjoyed cyclying for many years, ever since I tought myself to ride an old Raleigh road bike that I was given by a family friend. I'm lucky to live in a beautiful part of England. Hampshire and The Test Valley have miles of stunning riding through picture postcard thatched villages and some of the finest rivers in the UK. The River Test is the Test Valley's and Hampshire's finest chalk stream. World famous for great fishing. The Test Way footpath follows the banks for alot of it's run of 44 mile. The…continue reading →
Getting Fit, Keeping Fit. Hit the footpaths today. Walk, Run or Ride!

Getting Fit, Keeping Fit. Hit the footpaths today. Walk, Run or Ride!

We all say it every year, "Right I'm lossing weight this year and getting fit". But we soon find out that their is a lot more to it then just the odd run. Setting that realistic end goal is the first step. For alot of people getting to a point where they can run again is the goal. Wheather that be so they can have a game of football with the kids or run a marathon to raise money for a charity close to their heart. Goals are important. Improve that personal best.…continue reading →