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MOUNTAINS NOT MOTORWAYS WITH BIKE SHUTTLE
19 Aug 2019

MOUNTAINS NOT MOTORWAYS WITH BIKE SHUTTLE

by Splodz | posted in: Motorcycling, Review, Travel | 3

Road tripping in Great Britain is fabulous, but sometimes you just want to go where the sun shines and the roads are empty, which generally means heading off this island of ours and into Europe (or further afield). We recently … Continued

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REVIEW | WIFI ON THE MOVE WITH CELLHIRE MIFI
15 Aug 2019

REVIEW | WIFI ON THE MOVE WITH CELLHIRE MIFI

by Splodz | posted in: Gadgets & Tech, Gifted, Outdoors, Review | 2

The type of holidays we like to go on are invariably internet heavy. We go online when away on road trips and other holidays for maps and routing, researching and booking accommodation, and finding great places to visit along the … Continued

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BOOK REVIEW | MOUNTAIN MAN, JAMES FORREST
15 Jul 2019

BOOK REVIEW | MOUNTAIN MAN, JAMES FORREST

by Splodz | posted in: Gifted, Outdoors, Review | 3

One thing that always gets me excited is when a friend has a book published. As someone who’s not in the published author gang (yet… maybe one day), I genuinely love it when someone I know sees their work in … Continued

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BOOK REVIEW | EVEREST ENGLAND, PETER OWEN JONES
1 Jul 2019

BOOK REVIEW | EVEREST ENGLAND, PETER OWEN JONES

by Splodz | posted in: Gifted, Outdoors, Review, Travel | 1

Everest England, the new book by television presenter, vicar and environmentalist Peter Owen Jones, is billed as a unique hill walking guide for ordinary people who wish to embark on their very own Everest in the English countryside. In this … Continued

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REVIEW | SMARTWOOL MERINO LEGGINGS
30 Jun 2019

REVIEW | SMARTWOOL MERINO LEGGINGS

by Splodz | posted in: Gifted, Outdoors, Review | 2

I wear thermals a lot. They are great for under ski wear, under my motorcycle stuff, under my hiking stuff, and for sleeping in when camping. And they’re not just for winter either. Wearing them so much means two things … Continued

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REVIEW | SOLESTAR HIKING INSOLES
3 Jun 2019

REVIEW | SOLESTAR HIKING INSOLES

by Splodz | posted in: Gifted, Outdoors, Review | 0

I spend a lot of time on my feet. I love to hike and will (almost) always choose to walk when I have the time. And with that, comfort is hugely important. I am fortunate to own a selection of … Continued

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REVIEW | TEVA HURRICANE XLT2 HIKING SANDALS
22 Apr 2019

REVIEW | TEVA HURRICANE XLT2 HIKING SANDALS

by Splodz | posted in: Fashion, Gifted, Outdoors, Review | 2

Anyone who likes to do a lot of exploring on holiday knows that a bog-standard pair of flip flops or sandals won’t cut it – your feet just won’t thank you. A pair of hiking sandals is an excellent option … Continued

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BOOK REVIEW | THINKING ON MY FEET, KATE HUMBLE
11 Apr 2019

BOOK REVIEW | THINKING ON MY FEET, KATE HUMBLE

by Splodz | posted in: Outdoors, Review | 0

Kate Humble is best known for presenting wildlife and science programmes on the tellybox such as Animal Park and Springwatch (and Top Gear, of course). She comes across as an always-smiling jolly person who loves wildlife and nature and all … Continued

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REVIEW | EXOTOGG THERMAL TABARD
8 Apr 2019

REVIEW | EXOTOGG THERMAL TABARD

by Splodz | posted in: Gifted, Outdoors, Review | 6

I was introduced to the Exotogg along with a host of other bikers at the Overland Event last year. An air-insulated bodywarmer, it is made for outdoor enthusiasts who want to pack light and be prepared for any season. An … Continued

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A MEMORY FILLED CAMPERVAN ROAD TRIP WITH GOBOONY
3 Apr 2019

A MEMORY FILLED CAMPERVAN ROAD TRIP WITH GOBOONY

by Splodz | posted in: Gifted, Outdoors, Review, Travel | 4

When I was a child, the family at the bottom of the street had a beautiful old VW campervan that they used all summer to go on adventures around the UK and further afield. One summer when I was about … Continued

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