Tag: I rode it
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Inspired by ABR’s article the Ring of Hellfire, I finally rode Hellfire Pass in Wales. The remote roads and stunning mountain views have left me wanting to return and ride the whole route.
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Think Germany is just somewhere you ride through on the way to the Alps? Think again. From winding forest roads and mountain passes to medieval towns and lakeside villages, Germany may just offer you everything you could want from a…
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A57 Snake Pass is one of the UK’s most iconic motorcycle roads, offering a mix of sweeping bends, tight turns and dramatic Peak District scenery between Glossop and Ladybower Reservoir. Popular with riders it delivers a rewarding but demanding ride…
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A green lane ride in the Peak District took a turn when the trail gave way to deep, unforgiving bog. What started as a carefree ride out ended with my bike buried in sludge and no easy way out. Click…
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Fancy exploring the Trans Euro Trail® (TET)? Discover this community-driven network of off-road routes across 30+ European countries. Navigate by GPX and enjoy real adventure while travelling responsibly through stunning, diverse landscapes. Click through to the blog to learn more.
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Looking back on a salt-covered winter ride on the Africa Twin – cold air, striking landscapes, and the simple pleasure of riding quieter roads. A pause in Bakewell and Matlock Bath before crossing the Peak District again and giving the…
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Nestled in the heart of the Peak District, Monyash is more than just a stop on the map – it’s a perfect pause for bikers exploring the region’s scenic routes. Offering the ideal combination of rest, refuelling, and rural charm…
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On a somewhat cloudy summers day, four bikers rolled out with a simple plan: ride into Wales, head to the Mach Loop, and see if we were lucky enough to catch an aircraft tearing through the valleys below us. We…
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Less than a day after I’d written my last blog post, the forecasts stopped being theory and started becoming reality. Overnight, the Peak District was quietly transformed. Snow settled in thick, soft layers, muting the landscape and changing the familiar…
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Just after Christmas, with that strange lull where the days blur together and the leftovers are still doing the rounds, I decided to get out for a ride. The temperatures weren’t exactly inviting, but the sun was out so a…
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Today’s urban adventure took me through a city that feels, in many ways, left behind. Like many industrial cities, Stoke has endured a long and difficult journey. But my aim is to seek out the green shoots of renewal and…
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This week, I had the pleasure of visiting The Bike Shed in London, a haven for motorcycle enthusiasts and a melting pot of moto-culture. Nestled in the vibrant streets of London’s Shoreditch, The Bike Shed isn’t just a shop; it’s…
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This weekend marked another enjoyable journey through the picturesque landscapes of the Peak District on my trusty Honda CRF300L. Joined by my good friend Andy, we headed off in the crisp morning air, happy to be back out on our…
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Embarking on the road to becoming an advanced rider is an exhilarating chapter in my motorcycle journey. Whether it’s refining my road positioning, honing observation skills, or gaining unparalleled bike control, the IAM RoadSmart advanced rider qualification beckons, promising to…
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There’s a special kind of thrill that comes from riding a motorbike down the winding, narrow lanes of the UK countryside. My friends and I affectionately call this kind of riding “squirrelling.” Not to be confused with green laning where…
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In 2022, I embarked on an unforgettable adventure to the Lightweight Adventurers Festival, an annual motorcycle gathering nestled in the breathtaking Peak District. The event was tailor-made for those of us who share a passion for lightweight motorcycles and the…
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Our incredible European motorbike tour has come to an end, and what a journey it has been! As we embarked on the final leg of our adventure, heading back home from Strasbourg, the last two days proved to be more…
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Our adventure continues and we get on the road again, leaving the tranquil village of Grono in Switzerland behind. Todays leg of our European motorcycle tour leads us into the heart of the Swiss Alps and experiences such as the…
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Today’s journey took us from the picturesque shores of Lake Garda in Italy to the charming town of Grono in Switzerland, with a delightful stopover on route, in the quaint town of Brivio. Join me as I recount our day…
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Embarking our motorcycle ride through the picturesque landscapes of the Italian Alps has been simply breathtaking. In this blog post, I take you on the next leg of our journey from the enchanting town of Stelvio, traversing the awe-inspiring Dolomites,…
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As our European adventure continued, we bid farewell to the charming town of Bühl, Germany, and set our sights on the serene destination of Brochenzell, near Lake Constance. Our spirits were high, and we were eager to embark on a…
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The excitement of exploring new places and experiencing different cultures is top of our priority list as we set off from Charleville-Mezieres in France, bound for Bühl in Germany. Little did we know that our first day on the road…
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If you possess an adventurous spirit and have a penchant for two-wheeled exploration, there’s nothing quite like the excitement of attending an Adventure Bike Festival. In late June 2023, I embarked on an exhilarating journey with my trusty CRF300L, accompanied…
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Join me as I wind back a year to July 2022, where I undertook a little trip to Spain, did a bit of riding and filmed a couple of Moto Vlogs in the process. For my Spanish adventure, I first…
