I know its a dad joke but seeing as I am a dad I can get away with it. Anyone, this post is about equipment that I don't take with me, namely because its not mine and its a massive piece of kit. Let me introduce you to the Pilates Reformer Machine or is it Reformer Pilates? Anyway, about a month ago I started going to Pilates once a week with my good lady Brenda at Sano Studio in Morningside. Its a cracking studio situated on Millar Crescent just off Morningside Road. I deci

Soe of the kit I used on a recent camping trip

I’ve found myself becoming more and more interested in adventure riding—and, hopefully, trail riding in the future. There’s something exciting about leaving familiar roads behind and discovering where a bike might take you. For me, it isn’t about travelling as quickly as possible or proving anything to anyone. It’s about exploring new places, enjoying the journey and finding a little adventure along the way. I’m still relatively new to this type of riding. In fact, I’m what y

My Triumph Tiger 900 GT Low is affectionately known as Wee Radge. The name comes from my dog, Ted—a Malamute–Staffy cross who is also known as Wee Radge. He’s full of personality and always ready for an adventure, so it seemed only right that the bike should carry his nickname. The Tiger is my first-ever adventure bike. One of the main reasons I chose the GT Low was simple: I’ve got short legs! The lower seat height makes it much easier for me to handle, particularly when sto

I love a gadget—especially one that promises to make motorcycle trips or camping a little easier. Navigation devices, chargers, camping equipment and bike accessories all catch my attention. If it has buttons, flashing lights or claims to solve a problem I didn’t know I had, I’ll probably want to try it. However, being Scottish, I can also be a bit of a tightwad. That means I don’t always rush out and buy the most expensive option. I usually explore the cheaper alternatives f