This isn't a sponsored blog, as using the Glucose Monitoring Unit is something I've wanted to trial for a while now, particularly as I prepare for Race Across America. So I bit the bullet, purchased and as such here is a bit more about the what, why's and my conclusions after a month of using … Continue reading Review: Supersapiens Glucose Monitoring System
The Friday Five (or the Good, the Bad and the Ugly)
This blog from Guy is a 'shout-out to the good' and the 'lessons learned' from the recent intense 8 weeks of riding LDN-LE-LDN and Everestings. Find out more here.
Indoor-specific cycling clothing, is it worth it?
Quarantine and lockdown the world over has seen a rise in the sale of turbo trainers, with more and more people opting (or being forced) to train indoors. But before this, the technology has evolved so much so that we are now riding harder and longer indoors than we ever have before. Clothing more and … Continue reading Indoor-specific cycling clothing, is it worth it?
Humble Brush Review
With my effort to live more sustainably I've swapped out my plastic toothbrush for a bamboo one - here's our review of the Humble Brush Toothbrush.
Caterpy Laces – Review
No tie laces seem to be growing more and more popular among athletes – from runners to triathletes and cross-fitters to OCR runners – as they provide versatility without the worry of needing to stop and tie your laces at a critical moment. So, what did we think when we tried out the market leaders from Caterpy Laces UK?
Pulseroll Vibrating Foam Roller Plus – Review
Miles for Wishes take a look at the next generation in foam rolling technology from Pulseroll. Here's our review of the Pulseroll Vibrating Foam Roller Plus.
Beaconsfield 5 mile trail run
I signed up to this event earlier in the year as its local, I've got an extra free day and a distance I’m yet to race over, so I figured why not? However, over the course of the Easter weekend I was questioning my judgement as the rain continued to fall. I got up eager … Continue reading Beaconsfield 5 mile trail run
Icebreaker Anatomica long boxers – Review
I was lucky enough to get my hands on some Icebreaker Merino bodyfit underwear, courtesy of Wiggle and Icebreaker. According to the box the New York Times called these “Wool with sex appeal”, so instantly I knew that was some action I wanted to get in on. So here’s my review of these sexy shorts. … Continue reading Icebreaker Anatomica long boxers – Review
Active Root – Review
Ok, so first things first - what is Active Root? What they say "Active Root is a sports drink company committed to delivering innovative natural sports drinks to athletes of all levels. We use natural root ginger to help keep athlete's stomachs settled and balanced during exercise. Our goal is to provide a product that … Continue reading Active Root – Review
Big Fun Run Milton Keynes
So October saw two running challenges in the space of 2 weeks...although this later run was not intended to be a physical challenge for me, as I was joined by my two girls for their first run. The Big Fun Run is a series of non- timed events all over the Country, so it really … Continue reading Big Fun Run Milton Keynes
Guy Stapleford Ultra 