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Ortlieb Bikepacking Bags Review - 6 Months of Use - How Are They?
At the start of my YouTube channel I made 3 in depth reviews on the bags I purchased. If you want to see these more detailed reviews then...
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Bikepacking Shoes – Northwave Raptor Arctic GTX Review
When it comes to Bikepacking, especially during the winter months in Scotland, you need a pair of shoes that can do numerous jobs. They...
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Craft Cadence Cycling Backpack Review
A few weeks ago John from Craft Cadence got in touch with me and asked if I would like to test their 21 litre roll top backpack. As this...
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Sea To Summit Ether Light XT Sleeping Mat Review!
Having recently upgraded my sleeping mat to the Sea to Summit Ether Light XT I thought it only right to give you a review. Is it really...
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What’s In The Bags?! A Detailed Look At My Bikepacking Gear!
On my last video I had a short section where I briefly covered what equipment I had in my Bikepacking bags. It was a popular part of the...
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Shokz Headphones – Hear Music & Your Surroundings!
Headphones and cycling are a combination that I was against for a long time. As much as I love music I would rather be able to hear my...
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Bikepacking Christmas Gifts – 10 Of The Best!
With Christmas on the way I decided to choose 10 of my favourite little bikepacking products to recommend and share with you. The video...
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Pinnacle Arkose X Di2 2023 Gravel Bike – First Impressions, Specs, and Review!
Well the new bike has been on its maiden voyage so I thought it only fair that I do a little video that runs you through the basics. I...
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My Bikepacking Sleep System – What Am I Using?!
Now if you have read, or watched, any of my posts / videos, you will know that I like to be warm and cosy when I’m out there facing the...
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SKS Speedrocker Mudguards / Fenders – Do They Work? A Full Review!
After lots of very dirty and wet commutes last winter I had decided nice and early that when the winter of 2022 rolled around I would...
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Bikepacking Cooking Setup – Alpkit Gear!
When it comes to choosing and carrying all of your cooking equipment (whether on the bike or on foot) it is a topic that is worth more...
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YouTube Video Review – Ortlieb Seat Pack!
UPDATE! It's been 6+ months since I have been using these bags on my adventures in all sorts of Scottish weather. So how have they held...
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YouTube Video Review – Ortlieb Handlebar Pack!
UPDATE! It's been 6+ months since I have been using these bags on my adventures in all sorts of Scottish weather. So how have they held...
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YouTube Video Review – Ortlieb Top Tube Frame Pack!
UPDATE! It's been 6+ months since I have been using these bags on my adventures in all sorts of Scottish weather. So how have they held...
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Water in the Wilderness – Sawyer Water Filtration System
Not the most gripping title I’m sure you will agree! Picture this though – you’re out in the middle of nowhere, you have just taken your...
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Bikepacking Sleep System – What Do I Use?
Rather watch a video about my sleep setup? I've got you covered: My Bikepacking Sleep System After a long day on the bike I love the last...
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Bikepacking Bags – What Bags Do I Use?
UPDATE! Now I have used the bags for 6 months in all sorts of weather how have they held up? Check out my 6 month review: Ortlieb...
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Bikepacking Shoes – What Should I Wear?
When you come from a road riding background you get used to a very particular type of shoe and cleat system. Whether it is SPD or SPD-SL...
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Bikepacking Kitchen – Alpkit Product Reviews!
When the idea of Bikepacking came into my life I had a vision of me sitting at my campsite, my bike photogenically perched behind me...
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