Chicago is already renowned for its Fall marathon but is becoming a focal point for cyclists with the landing of Rapha’s Clubhouse, and most recently triathlon thanks to the launch … Read more
The Service Course Opens in Mexico City
Will Ross, May 25, 2023
The Service Course have opened their latest cycling cafe and workshop in Polanco, Mexico City. Originally from Girona, Spain, The Service Course have expanded their footprint by opening venues in … Read more
Eight Hotel, Bath, England
Will Ross, May 23, 2023
The quaint and compact Eight is a boutique hotel in Bath, spread across two townhouse properties in the historic heart of the city. Each of the eighteen rooms is unique … Read more
Fog-X Jacket-Tent Converts Fog into Drinking Water
Will Ross, May 20, 2023
Swedish designer Pavels Hedström designed and prototyped the Fog-X jacket, a wearable device that can collect fog and convert it into drinking water. The piece of equipment won the People’s … Read more
Sea Lanes Brighton, the UK’s first beachside National Open Water Swimming Centre, will open to members of the public from 2nd June. Located on Brighton beech, the 50m, 6-lane outdoor pool … Read more
Tracksmith Allston Half Tights
Will Ross, May 6, 2023
Converting to running tights is decision bold enough to lose you some friends, but sometimes the trade-off can be worth it. In the case of the Men’s Tracksmith Allston Half … Read more
Hotel du Vin, Birmingham, England
Will Ross, May 6, 2023
The industrial bones of Birmingham have been wrought in different directions since World War Two. Car-first urbanism cut the town into distinct quarters, timed with the gradual decline of industry … Read more
Rapha have made inroads into environmental sustainability, publishing a comprehensive 2022 Impact Report and now following this up with their Excess Collection. Their London design team have assembled several core … Read more
Training Notes from Dutch Triathlete Richard Murray
Will Ross, April 26, 2023
Richard Murray is a professional triathlete with impressive breadth. XTERRA races feature throughout his professional career, built on the foundation of three world championship claims in duathlon. A strong run … Read more
Introducing the Peatland ACTION Project, Scotland
Will Ross, April 18, 2023
The Peatland Action Project in Scotland is an initiative aimed at restoring degraded peatlands in the country. The project focuses on reducing conserving biodiversity, improving water quality and making a … Read more
Hôtel Maison Montgrand, Marseille
Will Ross, April 2, 2023
Despite being France’s second largest city in terms of population, Marseille doesn’t get enough airtime. But its access to sea and a year-round growing season has long provided an attractive … Read more
The Service Course, Wilmslow, England
Will Ross, March 27, 2023
Located 12 miles south of Manchester, the Service Course in Wilmslow is a cycling-focused hub offering bike fitting, custom bike builds, repairs, a full food and cafe menu as well … Read more
Marlow 5-Mile Road Race
Will Ross, March 20, 2023
The annual Marlow 5-mile Road Race takes place in mid-May, providing an early season fixture on the Thames. A flat course tours through town in a single loop, with a … Read more
Balkan River Vjosa Receives National Park Status
Will Ross, March 16, 2023
On March 15th 2023, Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama and his Minister of Environment and Tourism Mirela Kumbaro officially declared the River Vjosa a Wild River National Park in a … Read more
Maverick Trail Race Series, UK
Will Ross, March 13, 2023
Beginning in April, Maverick Race host a series of trail races that take place across England and Wales at eighteen different venues. The events come series come in two types, … Read more
As the Texan capital, Austin has played a central political role since the state joined the Union in 1845. The city has taken on an increased importance at a national … Read more
Dartmoor Photography from Nicholas J R White Included in Bristol Exhibition
Will Ross, March 6, 2023
Dartmoor images from English photographer Nicholas J R White have been included in a new show, ADORE, showing Arnolfini in Bristol. The exhibition showcases the camera-less work of Garry Fabian … Read more
The Prestige Hotel, George Town, Penang
Will Ross, March 5, 2023
The Prestige Hotel on the island Penang off Malaysia is a Design Hotel which blends colonial architecture with modern interiors, and must-welcomed HVAC. Set in the UNESCO World Heritage listed … Read more
Brighton Pier Open Water Swim, England
Will Ross, March 3, 2023
Scheduled to take place on the final Saturday of July, the Brighton Pier Open Water Swim is a 1200m, timed race around the historic Brighton Palace Pier. Starting on the … Read more
Velolife Thames Valley Cycling Cafes
Will Ross, March 2, 2023
The three Velolife coffee venues in Thameside Berkshire are essential waypoints for Home Counties cyclists exploring the Chilterns, or turnaround points for those riding West from London. Owner Lee Goodwin … Read more