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Steve Thomas 1995 Pakistan trip – Jeep

The story of the ride of my life across Pakistan

Travelling by bike and with a bike has always been a huge part of Steve's life, and some of those adventures have been life-changing. This 1995 jaunt across Pakistan arguably topped the lot

Sun, Apr 19, 2026 09:00
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Veloforte Mixed High Protein Crunch bars

A natural and clean protein bar option, but one that isn't suitable for vegetarians or vegans

£9.89
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 13:00
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How to choose the best bike for your next big bikepacking adventure

Got a huge ride planned, but not sure what bike is best? Let's fix that

Sat, Apr 18, 2026 11:00
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2026 Steve Thomas adventure blog 2

It’s impossible to ‘fail’ on a cycling adventure: the only way to fail is by not starting it

Fingers up to the naysayers, the doubters, and the inner voices – adventure on two wheels is what you make it. The only true failure is not taking that decisive first pedal revolution, says Steve

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 15:00
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roadccs favourite cycling destinations in the world April 2026

road.cc’s favourite cycling destinations in the world: from the Peaks to the Alps and far beyond, here are some of the best places to ride your bike

Whether it’s legendary climbs or quiet roads on your doorstep, we round up some of the best cycling destinations in the world for your next cycling trip

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 12:14
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2026 quantocks killer loop

Rediscovering an old school MTB route on a gravel bike: Are gravel bikes really old school mtbs?

Our Liam heads out to the Quantocks to test a gravel bike's mettle on the Quantocks Killer Loop

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 11:44
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Best saddlebags and top tube bags April 2026 v2

Best saddlebags and top tube bags 2026: pack tools, snacks, and extra kit for everything from short spins to multi-day rides

Keep your essentials close at hand and your pockets free with our pick of the best saddlebags and top tube bags

Fri, Apr 17, 2026 10:41
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2026 Best cycling backpacks

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
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The road is lava

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
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The no-fly guide to taking your bike on holiday

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
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