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August 3, 2016

Here we go again!

It’s been way too long since I last posted to the blog and equally as long since I took the bike for a long trip. A combination of laziness, a really wet Irish winter/spring and wonky knees has restricted my time on the bike . Hopefully within the next few weeks I’ll get a chance to get pedalling again.

In the mean time I hope to repair a crooked vintage New Hudson bike, complete with an old Wrights leather saddle, I bought in a junk yard in Cork city. Additionally I’d like to share some recipes myself and Laura enjoyed/endured during our cycle tour of Mongolia, Russia and Europe. It wasn’t always noodles and snickers! And maybe I can also show you how to look out for free food while out on your bike.

So now that I’ve said it, I have to go and do it!

New Hudson Bicycle with Wrights leather saddle.

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Hobo muesli. One pot cycle touring and hiking recipes for breakfast. Crank and Cog.

July 15, 2016

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Hobo Muesli

A quick and warm breakfast while cycle touring.

Wrap of crap Recipe. One pot hiking and cycle touring recipes. Crank and Cog.

July 8, 2016

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Wrap of Crap.

A simple, tasty meal while cycle touring.

Fasta pasta. One pot cycle touring and hiking recipes. Crank and Cog

July 1, 2016

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Fasta pasta

Simple and nutritious meals while cycle touring.

March 9, 2016

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Powering Devices

We’ll be traveling through many places where we won’t have access to electricity to charge our various gadgets, as appealing as it is to be off the grid for a while, there are times when listening to your iPod or reading your kindle is welcome.… Read More

February 17, 2016

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Security and Hidden Storage

Cycling is a fantastic way to meet people and experience different cultures. 99% of the time people are friendly, generous and helpful. Unfortunately, occasions may arise when your security is at risk. It is a good idea to prepare in advance for such an occasion. When… Read More

February 5, 2016

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Stoves

I’ve been using an MSR Dragonfly everyday for the last couple of months to cook breakfast, dinner and tea! Overall it’s performed ok, but recently it’s been raising my blood pressure to boiling point rather than my pot of pasta! I think it may need… Read More

January 30, 2016

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Bikes on a Plane

Definitely the most stressful part of cycle touring for us has been dealing with airlines and preparing the bikes for flights. On two occasions we were stopped at luggage check-in to be told we’re not allowed on the plane with our bikes. We were saved… Read More

January 13, 2016

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Cleaning and Hygiene

Sometimes we just can’t waste water washing cooking utensils. A lot of our cleaning is done by baking soda and a little, flexible rubber spatula. We sprinkle a small amount on our pots and pans and it generally does a great job absorbing food grease… Read More

January 3, 2016

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The UK

After chilling out in Amsterdam for a long weekend we cycled to the coast and got the ferry to Newcastle. A rocky, choppy crossing that severely tested our stomachs and sense of balance! From the moment we set off on our journey we have been… Read More