THE GREAT ESCAPE – CARAVANNING AND OTHER HOBBIES
We’ve all got hobbies, they’re an escape, a way to unwind and switch off. Some hobbies are very social, some are solitary, some are even good for our mental and physical health, so it makes sense that we’d want to take our hobbies with us when we go on holiday. One of the many things […]
Highway To Hell – The World’s Most Treacherous Bike Trails
If you’re a fair-weather cyclist who enjoys weekend jaunts in the countryside or along the great British coastline, then you may not have come across some of the world’s most treacherous cycling trails before. You know, the type of trails that are for the ultimate mountain bike adrenaline junkies, pushing their skill and ability to […]
A Cyclist’s Ultimate Christmas List
Where has 2019 gone? Last New Year seems like only yesterday, but already it’s Christmastime again! If you’ve spent the past year cycling your way to adventure, you’ll be wondering which items to add to your Christmas list that might help to take your hobby up a gear. That’s why we’ve come up with five […]
A Brief History of the Bicycle
For many years, bicycles have been not only an efficient and environmentally friendly means of transport, but also the gateway to many adventures! However this wasn’t always the case; so we’ve been digging deep into the archives to discover where the humble bike came from. Find out more with our brief history of the bicycle! […]
ESSENTIAL BIKE MAINTENANCE: HOW TO KEEP YOUR WHEELS TURNING!
Owning a bike can be the gateway to many fantastic adventures! That’s why it can be so annoying when it’s not working properly. Here at The Insurance Emporium, we want everyone to get the most from their passions, so we’re sharing our guide to essential bike maintenance! Squeaky clean! Keeping your bike clean and dry, […]
TOUR DE FRANCE: OUR HIGHLIGHTS FROM CYCLING’S TOUGHEST TEST
The Tour de France, one of the most gruelling road races in the world of cycling, has come to an end for another year. Running from July 7th to 29th and covering a total distance of 3,351 kilometres, this year’s edition of the famous cycling race was an opportunity to see some of the finest […]
CYCLING THROUGH THE YEARS
Since the introduction of bicycles in the 19th Century, these contraptions have endured many magical changes. From sporting achievements to social changes, the bike has been at the core of a lot of milestones! At The Insurance Emporium, we thought we’d look into how cycling adventures have developed over time. Check out our infographic to […]