Adventure Kit Hire Blogs

The 5 Best Family-Friendly Cycle Trails in the UK for Families Using a Kids' Bike Trailer
There's something special about rolling along a traffic-free trail with the family while your little ones watch the world go by from their own cosy seat behind you. A kids' bike trailer lets you ride together long before small legs...
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The Best Places to Go Packrafting in the UK (and How to Do It Safely)
Imagine hiking up from a valley, inflating a boat that was folded in your rucksack, and floating out across a mountain-fringed lake. That is the appeal of packrafting: lightweight, go-anywhere inflatable boats that turn lakes, rivers and sea lochs into...
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Best Short Bikepacking Routes in the UK: 1 to 4 Day
You don't need a month off work, a pricey carbon bike or a lifetime of touring experience to go bikepacking. Some of the best trips in Britain take just a weekend, and a few can be done on a bike...
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Family adventure holiday ideas
Family adventure holidays are all about connected family experiences. Getting kids and teenagers off their devices and sharing fun times in areas of outstanding natural beauty. Green World Holidays specialise in organising Multi activity holidays in Croatia for families. Below...
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How to Use a Thru Axle Bike on a Turbo Trainer
If you have a thru axle bike and want to use it on a turbo trainer, you're in the right place. This guide answers the most common questions we receive at Adventure Kit Hire, such as: Can my thru axle...
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Flying With a Bike: Airline Rules for 8 Major Airlines (UK Guide)
Planning on flying with a bike? Every airline has its own rules on bike transport, and getting caught out at check-in can mean extra fees, a refused booking, or your bike left behind altogether. Some airlines want months of notice...
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Direct Drive vs Wheel-On Turbo Trainers: Which Should You Hire?
If you're weighing up turbo trainer hire options for the first time, this is the question to get right: direct drive or wheel-on? Both get you to the same goal, effective year-round bike training, but they work in quite different ways....
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Turbo Trainer Tyres: Do You Need One, and Which Should You Buy?
If you're riding indoors this winter, fitting a dedicated turbo trainer tyre is one of the cheapest and most effective upgrades you can make. Here's why it matters, and which tyres we recommend. Why Do You Need a Specific Turbo...
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My Shokbox Pro Packing Guide
Blog written by Zoe Roche Cycling It's not often we get to go on a camp abroad, but a round of the Junior CX World Cup was held in Benidorm, and British Cycling used the opportunity to gather everyone for...
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Bike Bag or Bike Box? Which Is Right for You
If you're an avid road, cyclocross, or mountain biker with more than one bike, you already know how important it is to protect them during travel. A bike bag or a bike box are the two main options, and choosing between...
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Shokbox Bike Box Hire: Your Complete Guide
Planning to fly with your bike? Shokbox bike box hire is one of the safest and most convenient ways to transport your road, mountain, or tri bike to your next race or trip. This guide answers the most common questions about...
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Turbo Trainer vs. Exercise Bike: Which Is Right for You?
"Should I get a turbo trainer or an exercise bike?" It's one of the most common questions we receive at Adventure Kit Hire, and it doesn't have a one-size-fits-all answer. To help you decide, we asked our friend Robbie Ferri,...
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Can You Use a 12-Speed Cassette on a Direct Drive Turbo Trainer?
Most direct drive smart turbo trainers are built as standard for bikes with an 8 to 11-speed cassette. If you're running a 12-speed cassette on a direct drive turbo trainer, the good news is it's usually possible, you just need the...
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The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Swimrun in the UK
Author by Justin Fowler If you love adventure, trail running and open water swimming then swimrun might just be your perfect sport—it ticks every box. I’ve been competing in UK-based swimrun events since 2018. As a lifelong runner, injuries eventually...
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Saris H3 Direct Drive Turbo Trainer: Common Issues & Fixes
The Saris H3 is one of the most popular direct drive turbo trainers on the market, and for good reason, it's quiet, accurate, and built to last. However, like any piece of training equipment, it can develop faults over time. ...
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Gatwick Bike Box & Bag Hire: Easy, Affordable Hire Near Gatwick Airport
Flying with your bike doesn't have to be stressful - or expensive. At Adventure Kit Hire, we've launched a dedicated bike box and bag hire service for cyclists flying out of Gatwick Airport. Whether you're heading to a sportive, a...
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Are EVOC Travel Bike bags suitable for EMTB?
If you're planning to travel with your e-mountain bike, you've probably wondered whether an EVOC bike bag for e-MTB will actually do the job. The good news is yes, EVOC bags are suitable for e-MTBs, provided your bike's wheelbase fits...
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Ski Stag Weekends – Best Destinations for a skiing stag do
If the Groom is tied to a winter month for his last weekend of freedom, then a ski stag do is the obvious choice. Stag Mania has been creating ski stag weekends for over 20 years, across Europe’s best party...
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Stroller hire for UK holidays – ideal for international visitors

Visiting the UK with kids? Hire a jogging stroller from Adventure Kit Hire – easy booking, airport delivery & stress-free family travel.

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Baltic Hera E.I. Women’s Buoyancy Aid Review: Comfort, Safety & Style

Discover the Baltic Hera E.I. buoyancy aid — a women’s 50N PFD designed for comfort, safety, and sustainability. Perfect for sailing, kayaking, SUP & watersports.

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What to Pack for a Camping Trip in Scotland - the Ultimate Checklist
Scotland is one of the most breathtaking places in the UK to camp, offering dramatic landscapes, rugged mountains, and serene lochs. But Scotland’s weather is famously unpredictable, so knowing what to pack is key to staying safe, dry, and comfortable....
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