The best riders in the world will be back in Les Gets in 2021 for a new round of the Mercedes-Benz UCI Mountain Bike World Cup, from 2 to 4 July, following the cancellation of the 2020 event due to Covid-19. Although there are still uncertainties regarding the evolution of the health situation in July, […]
Looking to up your game with the best hiking clothing for 2021? Maier Sports has you covered. If lockdown has had one positive, it’s that it has made many of us fully appreciate the great outdoors that lies right on our doorstep. Whether it’s our daily amble to the local park or a lengthy weekend […]
Back in 2018, Welsh cyclist Geraint Thomas became the nation’s new lycra-clad darling, soaring to victory on the world stage at the Tour de France with some epic performances in the climbing stages. If you fancy following in his tracks when travel is possible again, here are some of our favourite Thomas-worthy climbs. Nice – […]
It’s undeniable that Chamonix is world-renowned as an extreme winter-sports haven, with skiers and snowboarders from all over the world flocking to its craggy peaks, advanced off-piste terrain and varied freeride routes. However, summer in Chamonix is equally as adrenaline-inducing as winter, with a huge host of adventures on offer. For the more adrenaline-hungry explorers, […]
It’s undeniable that surfing is one of the coolest sports around. Just the word conjures up images of tanned athletes effortlessly cruising across the white crested waves, sun bouncing off their shoulders. Idyllic right?! However, beginning your surfing journey often won’t look quite as glamorous! It may seem effortless when the pros do it, but […]
POC has this week become the first helmet manufacturer to release a bike helmet with Mips® Integra technology, Mips’ newest and most integrated helmet tech. It marks a new phase of a longtime partnership between the two Sweden-born companies, one which first began in 2009 and was renewed in 2019. With their shared goal of […]
This summer, up your Instagram game with some epic images from the most beautiful hikes in the UK. Lizard Coastal Walk This seven-mile trail in Cornwall takes in the Lizard Peninsula, a geographically unique area, shaped by the Atlantic with striking scenery and charming floral characteristics. A circular trail with spectacular sea views, interesting monuments […]
2020 changed a lot of things, including how we think about travel. In the absence of any holidays or travel plans, many of us took to ‘virtual’ travel – viewing the wonders of the world from the comfort of our sofas. Whether you wanted to visit the local zoo, tour the Great Wall of China […]
For those who love getting out and about, hiking is a great way to explore some of the most incredible mountain landscapes. However, it can also be a strenuous activity, and if you don’t warm up and cool down correctly, you may find yourself at risk of injury. Here are our top five stretches for […]
Celebrating 80 years at the Crans-sur-Sierre Golf Club this year, the Omega European Masters looks set to be an epic event, with a star-studded lineup headed up by none other than Rory McIlroy. Perhaps unsurprisingly, a record number of tickets have been sold for the tournament, which takes place from 29th August to 1st September […]