Sustrans is the custodian of the National Cycle Network and the charity making it easier for people to walk and cycle in the UK. Working with a wide network of volunteers, supporters and policy-makers, they aim to create a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone. This article was first…
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5 Tour de France climbs every serious cyclist needs to conquer
This is a guest feature from Epic Road Rides, the team that create independent guides to the world’s best road cycling destinations. Their website shares firsthand accounts of the top rides in each destination as well as free GPX downloads, tips on where to stay and bike hire. This article was originally published in July…
Pursuit Picks – training at home
This edition of Pursuit Picks we look at tips for training indoors. As the seasons turn and the weather gets worse, sometimes you just can’t face the rain or the cold. Here are some recommendations from the SportPursuit team for keeping fit and active if you want to stay inside. Take me back to the…
Pursuit Picks – top non-fiction reads
This edition of Pursuit Picks we highlight some of the sports and adventure books we love – non-fiction inspiration that gets you in the #MyPursuit mood. Take me back to the latest sales on SportPursuit > Where There’s a Will – Emily Chappell “Hope, Grief and Endurance in a Cycle Race Across a Continent” –…
Kit care at home: 5 easy bits of gear maintenance
You depend on your gear for all sorts of adventures, so it makes sense to take care of it. Whether it’s a favourite waterproof or a pair of skis, all technical equipment needs a bit of attention to keep it functioning its best. The good news is many small maintenance tasks are straightforward and can…
Pursuit Picks – top sports and adventure documentary films
This edition of Pursuit Picks, we asked around SportPursuit HQ for the best documentary films about sport, adventure and the great outdoors. Here are just a few of our favourites: Take me back to the latest sales on SportPursuit > Icarus In a sentence: An enthusiastic American cyclist accidentally plunges into a vast doping scandal…
Pursuit Picks – top sporting podcasts
This edition of Pursuit Picks is focused on podcasts – stories, advice and commentary from the world of sport and outdoor. Take me back to the latest sales on SportPursuit > Member Pick: One Game at a Time From SportPursuit Member Jules: “Rugby World’s ‘One Game At A Time’, by sports broadcaster Sam Roberts, is…
The Kit List: December 2019
There’s a lot to look forward to in December: festive activities and pre-Christmas training, seeing friends and family and maybe a bit of indulgence in food and drink. For skiers and snowboarders, winter has properly come to the Northern Hemisphere; for everyone else, it’s time to settle into your winter training plan and dig out…
The Kit List: November 2019
Some people might find the colder weather and shorter days a nuisance, but here at SportPursuit we’re excited for winter: cosy down jackets, new night-time training, and upcoming adventures to the mountains. Get Fit To Ski We’ve teamed up Snowsport England and Great Britain’s number one skier Dave Ryding, with the help of David Lloyd Clubs, to help…
The Kit List: September 2019
A distinct chill in the air and slowly changing colours on the trees – summer is officially on the way out. Hanging out with Steve McClure He is one of the most acclaimed rock climbers in the world, a four-time British Lead Champion, and a Marmot sponsored athlete. Steve McClure joined SportPursuit customers for a…
The Kit List: August 2019
High temperatures and high drama combined in July for some spectacular sporting moments. Here’s what the month ahead has in store as the summer continues to fly by. Take on the Tour The infamous mountain stages of the Tour de France delivered drama and excitement as usual with Team Ineos’ Egan Bernal breaking through the…
5 Tour de France podcasts to keep you up to speed
Know your peloton from your polka-dots, your time trial from your Tourmalet? The 2021 Tour de France kicks off on Saturday 26th June and all the cyclists at SportPursuit HQ are very excited to see who comes out wearing the yellow jersey. Every year brings fresh drama and the 2021 edition of Le Tour is…
Gear Guides: the best goggles for skiing and snowboarding
This is a guest post from InTheSnow, the UK’s most read ski magazine to coincide with the launch of their new TV show. The White Out is chock full of essential news, info and features from across the world of snow sports. Within the first episode, our Buyer’s Guide experts discuss the importance of ski goggles,…
The Kit List: July 2019
As warm weather sweeps the UK we’re getting excited for a massive month of sport, as well as our own training and events to make the most of summer! Here’s what’s new in our world: Break out the strawberries and cream… That’s right, Wimbledon is here! Whether you’re a diehard tennis fan or just tuning…
Gear Guides: 5 cycle essentials for comfortable riding
This is a guest feature from All Things Ride, a community of like-minded cyclists who create bespoke trips for some of the best and most challenging cycling events across Europe. ‘Fail to prepare, prepare to fail’, isn’t that what they say? A bit extreme when it comes to riding a bike, however there is certainly…
The Kit List: June 2019
Sunshine, long summer days, and some epic adventures – that’s what we’re hoping for in the next month. Here’s your dose of monthly news, inspiration, and gear tips… Roll on, summer riding It only took the first couple of days of the Giro d’Italia to get us really excited to be back in the saddle…
Team #MyPursuit May Update
It’s been a busy month in SportPursuit HQ as the summer ramps up and our big #MyPursuit goals get closer. Read on for the latest updates from the team! Will (Marketing) #MyPursuit goal: the Legend distance at Slateman Triathlon. Finally made it to race day with some good quality training at the start of May…
The Kit List: May 2019
To coincide with the glorious weather gracing the UK, we’ve had a strong start to the summer of sport. There is always a real feeling of excitement as the sporting calendar ticks of those grand dates: Paris Roubaix, the London Marathon, the final run of the ski season… Here’s what we’ve been enjoying and what’s…
The Kit List: February 2019
February is the time to lock into your new winter training plans and build on all the great work you’ve achieved in January. Whether it’s building the miles, making fresh tracks in the mountains, or getting the work done in the gym, here is our monthly dose of news, inspiration, and gear. Always Aim High…
The Kit List: December 2018
Our top tips for gear, the latest news from outdoor and sports brands, and Christmas gift suggestions for every sports-lover… December is when the SportPursuit team start picking our favourite Christmas gifts, getting excited for a snowy winter, and getting mountain-ready with new workouts for the slopes! Here’s what else is going on… Run at Night…
The Kit List – 2nd November 2018
What you should be reading, watching and listening to. Plus our top gear picks this week. Read If last weekend’s action in Solden got you excited for flying down the piste at top speed yourself, maybe you need to check out these Olympic runs you can ski. Volume 13 of Sidetracked Magazine – the publication…
The Kit List – 26th October
What you should be reading, watching and listening to. Plus our top gear picks this week. Read Want to get paid in beer to ride your bike? Move to Bologna. The city has teamed up with an app called Better Points that rewards citizens for sustainable travel – read more on Cyclist. This weekend marks…
The Kit List – 12th October
What you should be reading, watching and listening to. Plus our top gear picks this week. Read If you weren’t following Fat Bear Week, you should have been. As the bears of Alaska’s Katmai National Park stock up on calories before hibernation the world watches, connecting to nature and the outdoors in that fun moment….
The Kit List – 5th October
What you should be reading, watching and listening to. Plus our top gear picks this week. Read When it comes to cycling performance few people have as much insight as the pros – check out their top tips on Cyclist Magazine and improve your riding now. In the world of professional skiing there is one competition…