We have recently described our frustrations with the zippers on our Hilleberg failing in this blog post. There are plenty of features we do like about the Hilleberg, however, and if they could only get the zippers problem sorted, we think it would be the perfect tent.
Fabric strength: It has take...
UPdate: (07.08.2013) This issue has now been solved.
Since we first wrote this post we have received comment on this blog, via email and other online forums about our honest post about our experience with Hilleberg. Hilleberg have come back to us offering to fit new zippers on our tent, so we'll u...
When we researched our tent which would be our home from home for 18 months we didn't hear anyone complaining about the zips. So in good faith we settled for a Hilleberg Kaitum 3GT.
We have now been on the road and living in our tent since January. In that time we've talked to two other Hilleber...
Review of Showers Pass Women’s Elite 2.0 eVent jacket 314 USD (approx. £195) including postage plus £65 customs charge
**UPDATE : Click here to read the updated review of Showers Pass new version of the Elite 2.0 and our second visit to their HQ **
**UPDATE following visit on 25 May 2012 to Sh...
Our beloved Exped DownMat 7 Pump DLX has started to spit feathers out the deflation valve.
At first it was just a little bit and I blamed our Alpkit down sleeping bags since they were losing some feathers slowly too. But since the job of packing down the beds often falls to Peli, she was more in...
We may not have used this tent for long, but with one week on Exmoor and two weeks in Tierra del Fuego, it's already been through quite a lot of what nature is able to throw at it weather-wise.
We set about choosing a new tent carefully, as we wanted to invest in something really excellent which w...
This post is in homage to our friend Emily who is making her way from London eastwards around the world. The last time I heard she was cycling her way through Iran, mostly staring glumly at her morning porridge, since she has lost her trusty friend, the Spork.
A Spork, for you who are not in the...
Description: (From ukcampsite.co.uk) Millslade camping site is in the heart of Exmoor national park, in the small hamlet of Brendon, Lorna Doone valley, also known as the hidden valley. We are 3 miles from Lynton and Lynmouth and 17 miles from the seaside town of Minehead. We are a small site ru...
Description: Whether you are looking for a short weekend break, a family holiday or just feel like an overnight stop, Bowdens Crest can assist. We are situated in the the heart of Somerset with a panoramic view of the Somerset Levels.
Site visited: 11th of June 2011.
Cycling along the Somerse...
Description: 2.5 acre, level. Advance booking advisable. Taunton to Bridgwater canal for walking nearby.
Site visited: 8th of June 2011.
At first glance this site just looked like a back yard to a rather run down farm. But when you got past the old disused caravans and other equipments, you w...
Because now I can! I picked up a hat the other day after many years of thinking about getting one; I finally narrowed it down to a Tilley Hemp TH5.
The reason for me getting the hat was to cover my face and neck from the sun and the rain while camping.
I have only used it for a few days no...
Description: (From camping.uk-directory.com) Rushbanks Farm is a minimum facility site. It is the only official site on the banks of the River Stour and is very suitable for boaters and canoeists. Tents Caravans and Campers are all welcome.
Site visited: 17-19 June 2011.
As seen on the bl...
Our Jet-boil cooker is brilliant but we found that gas canisters were sometimes hard to find. And, if you go into a outdoor shop you do feel that you are paying a wee bit extra. Whereas liquid (Meths) is cheap and easy to find while touring anywhere in the world.
We were looking for something else...
"Overnatning i det fri" is a guide book in Danish about nearly free campsites in Denmark. Denmark don't have the "Allemannsretten", freedom to roam, like other Scandinavian countries. Since the normal campsites have become rather expensive and more like a family holiday theme park. Which off cou...
I'm not much of a "girly girl" at all, but one item of women-specific cycling kit has really fancied my tickle. It's the Terry Stretch Mini skirt. It's a simple piece of lycra, mid-thigh length, with little slits up the sides, so is actually rather dear at around £30.
But, when cycle touring in N...
Description: Whatoff Lodge is a quiet site on a working farm with lovely views of the Charnwood countryside. The site is a large field with plenty of room. We have modern showers and toilets and washing up area. A recent addition is an indoor room with wood burning stove suitable for functions, mee...
Steam boat, stunning views, gorgeous weather, broken valve and a cracked rear rim. Crafty critters, erm, sandflies by the millions and a fall with gravel rash made this challenging, but fantastic, few days.
Day one : 30/10/10
At 10am we boarded the TSS Earnslaw (98+ year-old steam boat) and se...
Description: (From their site) Kinkell Braes is situated on the hillside overlooking the town and the bay. We have a well kept holiday park which has a family bar with entertainment and restaurant. Our hire fleet is modern and reasonably priced. Children are well catered for with our play park.
S...
Description: (From their site) The Royal Oak camping grounds are generously proportioned with easy vehicle access and a short stroll to the amenities in one direction and The high Peak Trail in the other.
Site visited: 24th of August 2010, 9/10th of Sept. 2011.
As seen on the blog: What goes...
Description: (From ukcampsite) Evergreen Farm is set in beautiful scenery of fields and woodland close to the medieval town of East Grinstead. Evergreen Farm has 12 pitches each with an optional fire pit (wood provided) set in 10 acres of idyllic woodland incorporating a natural pond. Natural ...
Description: (From their site) Outdoor folk will be spoiled for choice at this former Victorian rectory, set in 25 acres of relaxing riverside grounds with splendid views of the Royal Forest of Dean and Symonds Yat rock. Hire a canoe and take in the picturesque valley from the River Wye or cho...
Description: (From their site) An ideal holiday location especially for families or groups keen to visit The Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons, or walk the Offa`s Dyke Path. The village has The Skirrid Mountain Inn, which is the oldest pub in Wales and was used as Judge Jeffrie`s Court. The scen...
The only reason why I ended up trying out this, was from my own stupidity, because I forgot my Exped DownMats on our last mini tour to Wales. So we had to get a mat for me for the last two nights.
We went into PSM Outdoors in Hay On Wye where we had a great service and had a look at what the...
As the reverse Newton law goes for cycling.
We had good night sleep bar one peak outside at midnight looking at the stars. The Trekmates mat, Mummy camper lite, I got yesterday did the job but I wouldn't sleep on it for more that the two nights I'm doing now.
Got up to glorious sunshine and cook...
I have never heard about Anne Mustoe until I was told about her untimely passing.
... what she termed her “new career”. When she resolved to cycle round the world, Mustoe was 54, somewhat overweight and unfit, and without any idea of how to mend a puncture. She had not ridden a bike for 30 years...
