For a hike with a twist this summer, you need look no further than the Alpine meadows and luscious forests of Austria. In the SalzburgerLand region in particular, a number of educational trails and themed walking paths have been created, offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular mountain surroundings while also learning a lot […]
With the climate emergency becoming all the more visible and the recent pandemic affecting countries across the globe, those of us who love and appreciate the great outdoors have realised how important our choices are when it comes to protecting it. Whether it’s making small changes in our everyday lives, modifying our shopping habits or […]
Fancy trying something totally new this summer? SalzburgerLand provides the perfect base for enjoying a completely new and unique mountain experience. 1. Walk Barefoot Across Alpine Meadows How long has It been since you walked barefoot in the dewy grass, feeling the soft squish of the ground beneath your feet? Probably quite a while right?! […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]