Posts Tagged ‘cycling’
May Events Guide
Muckle Toon Adventure Festival When: 15 – 18 May Where: Langholm, Scotland What: A three-day fest in the wilderness of Dumfries and Galloway, with everything from kid-friendly stream dipping sessions to full on 90 mile sportives. There’s also a 25-mile MTB marathon, a half marathon and guided walks aplenty, plus the much-awaited fancy dress bike-competition. […]
10 of the best cycling routes

Cycling is the sport that the nation has fallen in love with. It’s fun, cheap, green, and good for our health and – as Bradley Wiggins, Chris Hoy et al have proved – we’re great at it. Britain is ripe with possibilities for two-wheeled adventures, so we packed our panniers and tracked down ten of […]
Six traffic-free family cycle routes

In a summer that’s all about sport and austerity measures, cycling looks set to grow and grow. What more do we need to say, it’s cheap to do; easy enough for anyone with a basic level of fitness; gets the legs going; is great for families, couples, mates and even solo-riders; and there’s a lots […]
Family events 2012

Looking to keep the kids busy and have some fun while you’re at it? Our family-friendly events will keep you entertained all summer long Suffolk Walking festival When: 19th May – 10th June How Much: Varies A month of walks around Suffolk, from two mile ambles, to hefty day-long treks, all taking in the […]
10 of Britain’s most remote pubs

Team OAG has scoured the UK in pursuit of those remote pubs that are hidden from the hustle and bustle of every day life but may well be on your beaten track. So ditch the car, pack your rucksack, pump your tyres, or grab your paddle and head out for one (or two) very well earned pints!
Gnarly Events 2012

These hardcore events will keep your adrenaline pumping all summer long Lowe Alpine Mountain Marathon (LAMM) Where: Scottish Highlands When: June 9/10 How Much: From £80 per team This overnight mountain orienteering session is so hardcore they don’t even release the exact location until 36 hours before the event. All we know so far is […]
Thule receives Green Dot Award for sustainable product development

The innovative Thule WingBar has received an Honourable Mention in the prestigious Green Dot Awards, an award that is given to companies that practice excellence in environmental responsibility. With its slender shape and noiseless design, Thule WingBar sets a new standard for quietness, safety and sustainability in the growing market for roof racks.
How to: replace a bike chain

Having a few key skills and the right multi-tool could save your bike tour from a premature end, so we spoke to Adrian at Terry White’s bike shop to show us how to get it done. “Repairing your bike on the trail is made easier with the right tools to hand,” says Adrian. “Here I’m […]
Wales Coastal Path set to open 5th May

From Chester to Chepstow, Cardiff Bay to Colwyn Bay the River Dee to the Severn Estuary, big things are happening in Wales as the brand-spanking new Wales Coastal Path will covers the entire length of the Welsh coastline. Yep, that’s right, all 870 miles of it. And it’s due to open in just two months […]
North York Moors turns 60 in style

Forget about the Queen Diamond Jubilee, its all about Yorkshire this year as the North York Moors National Park marks its 60th Anniversary.