adventure week 2026 Archives

adventure week 2026

Best cycling backpacks 2026 — carry your stuff the simple way for daily commutes and weekend adventures

Whether you need space for lunch or are carrying your laptop to work, here’s our round-up of the best cycling backpacks

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 16:24

The road is lava: Is it even possible to have a proper off-road cycling adventure in the UK?

Unlike the US with its thousands of miles of gravel tracks, the UK is somewhat lacking when it comes to off-road routes that don't require something really fat-tyred. With pizza at stake, I wanted to test the limits of the UK's gravel network

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 16:07

The no-fly guide to taking your bike on holiday: ferries, trains, cars and touring options to enjoy riding abroad without needing a plane ticket

There are loads of options if you want to avoid flying for a cycling holiday this year - here are some of the best ones, with plenty of helpful tips for each

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 14:58

“My go-to hallucination is that I’m riding in a peloton of imaginary friends”: The sleepless and very long adventures of Angus Young

Angus Young is one of the most accomplished offroad ultra cyclists around, and he’s just shifted his cycling career up a gear by going full-time. We spoke to Angus about his ride from novice to endurance ace

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 14:39

Fixplus Cargo Cage M Kit

Robust cargo cage solution for carrying stuff on your bike, let down by stiff straps and price

£78.00

Thu, Apr 16, 2026 10:00

How to plan and follow the perfect cycle route on your bike computer

It’s easier than ever to plot a cycling route with many navigation apps and GPS computers available. Here’s how to get started...

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 10:55

Learn from my mistakes with these top tips for beginner bikepackers

Thinking about trying bikepacking for the first time now the weather is improving? Here are my top tips for beginners

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 10:17

Wahoo Elemnt Roam 3

Tough, bright, quick charging, long-lasting and easy to set up with plenty of features

£399.99

Wed, Apr 15, 2026 10:00

How to plan an epic one day cycling trip from your front door

Epic is optional, adventure is not... find out how to explore without having to fork out for flights, ferries, fuel, or any other mode of transport other than your bike (except maybe a train ticket or two)

Tue, Apr 14, 2026 15:46

Bike bags explained: your ultimate guide to on-bike storage

From classic rear panniers and lowrider front setups to modern frame packs and bar bags, we break down every on-bike luggage option – what it’s for, how it fits, and how to choose the right setup for commuting, touring or bikepacking adventures

Tue, Apr 14, 2026 12:28