Sunday 29th October 2017 is a date that many people will be dreading even if they’re not fully aware of it. Autumn will be in full swing by that point. The trees will be bare, the leaves on the ground and it won’t be long until the whiff of fireworks is in the nostrils and […]

Travelling abroad to enjoy your hobbies can be a particularly magical experience. At this time of year, it’s great to escape the cold and wet of Britain to go on an adventure elsewhere in the world. Whether you’re a fan of fishing, you’re great at golf, you have a keen eye for camera angles, you’re […]

With the dramatic finishes of the Vuelta a España and the Tour of Britain, comes the end of a sensational string of European cycling grand tours. Teams of riders tested their cycling speed and stamina on hill climbs, flat stages and sprints in these two races, as well as the Giro d’Italia and the Tour […]

Why you should consider commuting on your bike Cycling to work isn’t a new thing. For years now, commuters across the country have seen the benefit of getting out of their car and embarking on an exciting cycle adventure. In recent years however, we’ve seen a spike in this trend. In 2011, it was estimated […]

Few sporting accomplishments can be regarded as impressive as finishing one of cycling’s Grand Tours. Therefore, winning the Tour de France four times in five years almost defies comprehension, yet that’s what Britain’s Chris Froome achieved on Sunday as he glided triumphantly down the Champs-Elysees in Paris. The culmination of three tortuous weeks of racing […]

Few sports demand the stamina and endurance levels of professional road cycle racing. Riders are tested to their limits across mountain & hill climbs, flat stages and sprint finishes in arguably the most demanding adventures imaginable. No cycling events are more gruelling than the Grand Tours, of which there are three; Giro d’Italia, Tour de […]

What is the greatest adventure in your life? Show us and you could win 1 of 10 FREE Amazon vouchers worth £25! At The Insurance Emporium, we have been privileged to witness some of Mr Benn’s most exciting adventures. From blasting off with three astronauts into space to playing volcano golf with his friend Eddie, […]

Nestled on the northern quay of London’s Royal Victoria Dock, the ExCeL centre is one of the world’s premiere exhibition centres. With over 100,000 square metres of display space it was the perfect venue for the London Bike Show 2017. Sharing the space with the Triathlon Show: London, the Outdoor Adventure & Camping Show and […]

A whole month has passed since we celebrated Christmas Day. The weather is still cold and we’re now faced with the prospect of paying credit card bills for all of the presents we bought for our nearest and dearest. However, it’s not all doom and gloom! Each day that passes is a little bit longer […]