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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, 12 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, 1 yearAugust 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, 1 yearAugust 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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