Honest assessments of vanlife gear, kit, apps, and stopovers – based on genuine use rather than a quick unboxing. The aim is to give you enough real-world information to make your own call, including what works well and what does not.
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Booked after a breakdown turned the drive home into a much longer day, this £52.99 stopover seemed like a sensible place to rest. The room was acceptable, but the atmosphere in and around the hotel made us uncomfortable enough to leave.
The timing, naturally, was excellent: a propshaft fault appeared just before a Scotland trip. North West Propshafts had the van repaired the same afternoon, with the full replacement costing £900 plus VAT.
After several months of regular use, the Baya still holds up well for everyday wear, with comfort and easy cleaning standing out. Fit, price and styling are the main trade-offs.
This 2-litre bladder fitted neatly into the Lixada Cycling Rucksack and stayed leak-free during cycling and hiking. The review covers filling, drinking and cleaning in everyday use.
I bought my Trek Marlin 7 from Evans Cycles in 2017. At the time, it struck a sensible balance between price and capability, giving me a bike that could handle proper off-road riding without pushing into a much more expensive category. That balance was a large part of its appeal. It was approachable enough if … Read more
Clear ride data, simple setup and useful navigation make the ELEMNT Bolt easy to live with, but there are a few trade-offs if training features matter to you.