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Orange Vespa GTS parked outside a café with rider in modern Mod style holding a vinyl record — symbolising the Phoenix’s return and new lifestyle chapter.
Lifestyle

The Phoenix Returns

The Phoenix has risen! My Vespa GTS 300 is back, smoother than ever thanks to HGB. A new chapter begins with cafés, vinyl, scooter runs, and a nod to my 80s Mod roots in a fresh Modern Mod style.

By admin, 11 monthsSeptember 17, 2025 ago
RST Paragon 6
Reviews

RST Paragon 6 Heated Gloves – Three Winters In

It’s a bit of a milestone for me – I’m now heading into my third winter season with the RST Paragon 6 heated gloves, and I have to admit I’m still slightly amazed at how well they’ve held up. You Read more

By admin, 12 monthsAugust 27, 2025 ago
Winter is coming
Motorcycling

The Season Turns

Autumn and winter riding season is here whether we like it or not. My 05:20 ride to work this morning made it crystal clear — the chill has arrived. We’ve all had that moment: spring and summer meant breezing about Read more

By admin, 12 monthsAugust 22, 2025 ago
The Call to Spanners
Motorcycling

A Call to Spanners

Why I Might Take On Vespa GTS 310 Maintenance Myself For the past few weeks, I’ve been digging through the specs, features, and real-world experience of just about every scooter between 250 and 400 cc. The goal? Find something stylish, Read more

By admin, 1 yearAugust 8, 2025 ago
Motorcycling

When a Rear Wheel Lets Go

A Cautionary Tale for Secondhand Vehicle Buyers Part 1 – The Incident It was supposed to be a simple shakedown run. After completing a round of spannering maintenance on my Vespa GTS, I waited for a small plastic cover to Read more

By admin, 1 yearAugust 8, 2025 ago
Motorcycling

Let’s Keep the Imps Riding

A Call to Support Britain’s Young Motorcycle Heroes For more than 50 years, the Imps Motorcycle Display Team has been a source of pride, excitement, and opportunity for young riders across the UK. Based in Hackney, East London, the team Read more

By admin, 1 yearAugust 4, 2025 ago
Motorcycling

The Quiet Side – A Transalp Photo Ride Through Hertfordshire

There’s something about slowing down — not just in speed, but in attention. This new project, The Quiet Side, is my way of capturing what happens when you give the world a moment to show itself. These short video galleries Read more

By admin, 1 yearJuly 12, 2025 ago
Motorcycling

Spannering the Vespa

A New Video Series for the Hands-On Rider If you’ve ever had a job on your Vespa that was meant to be simple… but turned into a battle of wills between man and machine — this one’s for you. 🔧 Read more

By admin, 1 yearJuly 9, 2025 ago
Illustration of a man and a friendly robot sitting at a desk, engaged in conversation over a laptop. The robot represents ChatGPT. Above them is the title “Me and ChatGPT – The Team You Can’t See.” Below is a caption that reads: “How I’ve worked with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, plan videos, write scripts, and more.” The style is clean and modern with teal and neutral tones.
chat

Me and ChatGPT – The Team You Can’t See

🏍️ Real Talk from a One-Man Channel When people ask how I plan my videos, write community posts, or stitch together footage from a long ride into something that actually flows, the truth is… I don’t do it alone. There’s Read more

By admin, 1 yearJune 28, 2025 ago
Motorcycling

Dave’s Day 2025 – What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

600+ miles on a Vespa GTS, through motorways, rainstorms, and the occasional moment of “why am I doing this again?” Welcome to Dave’s Day 2 – a mad, muddy, and magical ride in memory of the Hairy Biker himself, Dave Read more

By admin, 1 yearJune 25, 2025 ago

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