Adventure Kit Hire Blogs

Yonda Ghost 3 Swimrun Wetsuit
Having worn a lot of swimrun wetsuits over the years and put them to test on some seriously knarly swimrun routes. It felt fitting to try out the Yonda Ghost 3 swimrun wetsuit on a completely new swimrun route around Desborough...
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What to wear for Outdoor Swimming in the Winter
Are you new to Winter cold open water swimming? Or did you get the bug this summer and are wondering HOW you can brave the cold water to carry on through the winter season? Well, look no further! Here are...
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Blueseventy Thermal Reaction Review
The Blue Seventy Thermal Reaction Winter wetsuit costs around 15% more than the summer version of the Blue Seventy Reaction, so I decided to hire this wetsuit first for 2 weeks from my friends at Tri Wetsuit Hire to see if it is...
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The Best Books for Open Water Swimmers
Do you or someone you know have a deep love for the world of open water swimming? Do you need some inspiration for presents for that said person? We have your back. Here are our recommended top 5 books for...
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Power meter Hire
Are you keen try some power meter pedals before buying - hire a set of power meter pedals A new venture for the business this year, is the offer to rent out a power meter to enable you to take...
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Are you looking to service your CycleOps H2/ Saris H3 Direct Drive Turbo Trainer?
Are you looking to service your CycleOps H2/ Saris H3 Direct Drive Turbo Trainer? Please see below some of the common questions we get asked about how to service direct driver trainers... What tools do you need to open the...
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Review: Burley 16+ Wheel Kit
The Kids Bike Trailer team took the Burley 16+ wheel kit for a spin to test out. Here is what we thought...  We tested the wheel kit out with the Burley Encore X kids bike trailer. The wheel kit is compatible with...
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Which Hamax bike trailer is right for me – Outback, Avenida or Traveller?
Choosing the best trailer for your family can be difficult. First you need to decide what is important to you and your use in everyday life. What are you going to use the trailer for? Do you want to have...
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Introducing WeeRide!
We are really EXCITED to announce that we are working with WeeRide and have received our first delivery of stock! We will be offering the ultimate 'try before you buy' on the WeeRide Central Mounted Seats and best selling Tag -A...
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YONDA Spectre Wetsuit Review
Fiona from Swim Swim Swim carried out a wetsuit review on the YONDA Spectre  I wore a Womens Medium Tall - I'm 5 "10 (size 12 clothing) and I have to say I thought the sizing and fit was perfect....
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What age can I pull my child in a kids bike trailer?
Here are Kids Bike Trailers we’re often asked whether infants can ride in a Kids Bike Trailer.  Here is what Burley: one of the leading Kids Bike Trailers brands says: To ride in a Burley trailer behind a bicycle, the industry standard...
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What is a Kids Bike Trailer and why should you use one?
What is a Kids Bike Trailer? Kids Bike Trailers are used for cycling with children. A bike trailer can hold up to two children. You tow the trailer behind your bicycle as you ride. Children’s bike trailers are safer than...
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Plus Size Wetsuit Hire
Are you over size 16 or XXL and can't find a wetsuit?? Wetsuits seem like they are all designed for slim, fit, elite triathletes but what about the casual chunky, curvy folk!! We get it and we are here to help!...
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The New Blueseventy Glide Wetsuit - great for curvy women and breaststrokers
Blueseventy has introduced a brand new novice wetsuit called the Glide. This wetsuit is a sleeveless shorty - it is at a ‘very attractive price point’ - £139.99 This wetsuit is ideal for casual Breast stroke swimmers.     This wetsuit...
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Welcome to Kids Bike Trailers - we have officially launched!!
We are delighted to say that we have now officially launched Kids Bike Trailers. Our new online sports equipment hire platform is the UK’s first dedicated online website for kid’s bike trailer and seat hire, designed for families nationwide to...
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What are the differences between a surfing and swimming wetsuit?
   What are the differences between a surfing and swimming wetsuit? This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get asked here at Tri Wetsuit Hire. Here is our answer.. Wetsuits for open water swimming are distinctively different...
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A Lens For Every Condition by Aqua Sphere
Aqua Sphere’s Premium Swim Optics offers a full assortment of performance engineered lenses in a wide range of tints to enhance your vision in conditions ranging from the lowest of light to the highest of sun. Every lens filters harmful...
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Turbo trainer problems! Fed up of waiting for your turbo trainer to be repaired...
Have you just sent your turbo trainer off to be repaired and not sure how long it will take? Hiring is a great option.  A common reason for hiring a turbo trainer is hiring for a few weeks whilst your...
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Turbo Trainer tyres; do I need one? which do you recommend?
Do I need a turbo specific tyre? What does it do or stop from happening? Specific turbo trainer tyres use special compounds designed to stop the tyre from overheating and make it last longer. The constant friction between the roller...
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How can I use my thru axle bike on a turbo trainer?
If you've landed on this page, you're probably wondering about thru axles for your turbo. ‘What thru axle adapter do I need to mount my bike onto a turbo trainer?’ ‘My bike has a thru axle, will it still work...
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Wild swimming in the time of COVID19
For the last few years I have put a lot of thought and planning into starting a not for profit that uses wild swimming to promote mental health and wellbeing. Who knew that it would take a global pandemic for...
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