Adventure Kit Hire Blogs

I am often asked questions about why I always swim and insist the people that I am coaching in open water swim with a tow float. Some say you don’t need them and it is just being over cautious but I...

The Rental Cub is designed with the high-use rental situation in mind. The durable, double-walled plastic base is ideal for daily use over multiple rental seasons. The sturdy design makes it the top choice for continuous use by bike-rental companies,...

The only thing more fun than riding bikes is riding bikes with your best canine buddy, the perfect way to include furry family members in your outdoor adventures. Being easy to setup and clean after use, you can enjoy more outings...

At Kids Bike Trailers we have worked hard to provide a service that is flexible and affordable to everyone and we are proud to offer the ultimate try before you buy service! We get asked a lot, "If we hire,...

Here is a blog written by one of our customers Rob who wanted to improve the quality of his Burley Bee ride without shedding out a fortune for the Burley 16" wheel: "I have a Burley Bee single and wanted...

Watching your little ones with face paint on running around with ice cream dripping down their new t-shirt and smiles on their faces are memories to last a life time... which is why you shouldn't think festivals are only for...

Looking to hire or purchase a Burley bike trailer but not sure on which one to pick?  Our founder Sarah has filmed a brand new video which is out now on our Youtube channel. Here we talk through the range of...

Why hire from us? Hiring a trailer offers families and pet owners choice and a more affordable and sustainable option to purchasing outright. In addition, if you are undecided on the route you would like to go down and not sure...

What is a SUP fin used for? SUP fins provide stability and traction on the water.  Without fins, a SUP would slip and spin during paddling, making it virtually impossible to paddle in a straight line! What are the 2 types...

SARAThe sunshine is coming back, the days are getting longer, and the lakes have both morning and evening swim sessions which mean that sometimes you’re just swimming into the sunshine. In recent weeks I’ve tried two different goggles: the Aquasphere...

Having trouble buying a plus size PFD/buoyancy aid?? We have tested and honestly reviewed 3 Baltic buoyancy aids to see which fits the curvier lady...  (our model is a size 18, 5"9 and weighs 100kg) 1. Baltic Canoe The Canoe is...

  It was pretty tricky being an intermediary between Bristol Council and Kids Bike Trailers. Bristol Council initially said it wasn’t possible to connect a trailer to the bike and wouldn’t tell me what bike they were giving me or...

No.  Tempting though it is to clad yourself in as much rubber as possible before you immerse your body in cold water, a wetsuit which is 5mm all over will not necessarily keep you warmer. Yes, the thicker the neoprene...

Stand up paddle boarding or SUP’ing for short, is a great way of exploring the beautiful blue spaces around us, being active and boosting our wellbeing. Hiring means you can enjoy a host of new adventures without the commitment of...

Why hire a wetsuit?Hiring a wetsuit offers open water swimmers’ choice, is more affordable and offers a sustainable option.     Trying before you buyBuying a wetsuit can be a big investment especially if you are not sure if open water...

I have always loved adventure – especially in remote places where you can plan and pull off a multi-day, self-contained journey. In popular parts of the UK, it can be hard to find places that feel this remote – but...

When it comes to triathlon, there is no hanging around faffing with your wetsuit. Those precious minutes you have earned from through months of swim training could easily be lost if you don't have a slick T1 transition. Here are...

One of the most common questions I am asked as a coach is, “can I wear my surfing wetsuit for open water swimming?” And the answer is “Yes”………“but it depends on what you want to do” That is because wetsuits...

George Taplin, swimmer, coach, endurance athlete may have many records to his name but underneath the long hours of training, the juggling of life with your passion is a person who is happiest in the open water.  What is your swim story? I have two...

sAOver time inflatable SUP’s can get dinged, scratched, stained and dirty. To keep your board strong, clean, looking good and functioning as it should there are a few simple steps to follow. Below I will cover how to properly clean...

If you feel the cold on your neck, shoulders and head then the Huub Thermal Balaclava is one for you. One up from a simple neoprene hat with chin strap the balaclava covers the neck and tucks into the wetsuit and...