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Cycling is often considered to be more of a solo activity but there are many benefits to cycling with a friend or group. If you are a keen cyclist, you can encourage friends to take up cycling as a new hobby, or you can co-ordinate rides with someone who already enjoys cycling.

Looking for the perfect gift for someone who loves adventures? Get some inspiration from our adventurer gift guide!  

Stress affects many aspects of our day-to-day lives and can contribute to poor mental health and high blood pressure. Thankfully, the effects of stress can be alleviated by being outside.

Sunday 13th November 2022 is World Kindness Day, so as well as spreading the love to family and friends, don’t forget about giving your vehicle some extra attention. With cold temperatures and bad weather conditions to contend with throughout winter, your vehicle will benefit from some winter maintenance to stay in top condition for next year’s adventures.

A campervan provides you with unlimited adventure opportunities, the option to hit the road and wake up overlooking a stunning coastal view or take an unforgettable road trip to explore as many places as possible.

As the temperatures drop and the weather conditions worsen, keen cyclists often find it harder to get motivated for a bike ride. If cycling is one of your go-to mood boosters, then it is important to keep cycling all year round, for both your physical and mental health.

Towbars are designed to last but over time they will be exposed to wear and tear and could become a safety risk if not replaced at the right time. A towbar in poor condition can also cause a vehicle to fail its MOT.

Driving in the rain is considerably more dangerous than driving in dry conditions, due to the impaired vision as well as the wet road surface increasing braking distances. Research shows that braking distances can be double in wet conditions, meaning drivers should reduce their speed in these conditions and allow more space between their vehicle and the car in front.

If you are looking to purchase your first towbar, after some quick research you will soon come to the conclusion that the prices of towbars vary considerably. There are many different factors to that influence the price of towbars and essentially, the higher quality you need, the more you will pay.

With rising inflation and energy bill increases to contend with, as well as flight prices rising due to fuel costs, many people are looking at cheaper alternatives to their foreign holidays. While UK breaks might not guarantee the sunshine, there are some beautiful places in Britain to explore and plenty of adventures to enjoy without boarding a plane.

When you want to have a towbar fitted to your vehicle, you might consider doing it yourself, as it is legal to fit a towbar yourself. However, the towbar must be installed correctly under the EC94/20 regulations. This means that the towbar must be fitted correctly to all the mounting points, as per the manufacturers’ instructions. 

The cold is a great time to take a family break to spend some quality time together and enjoy the great British countryside at a quieter time of year. Finding a campsite with excellent facilities or nearby attractions to keep the family entertained will help to ensure you have a fun trip, even if the weather keeps you indoors for some of it.