Two-Wheels

Category: RBLR 1000 ride 2026

  • RBLR bike preparation (8)

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    Another amazing company has returned for 2026. 12 Volt Planet was created by Paul Ballard in 2012 to serve as a comprehensive destination for off-grid wiring projects, catering to both trade professionals and DIY enthusiasts. With a mission to provide premium-quality wiring and electrical components for campervan conversions, the company also prioritizes educating customers on…

  • RBLR bike preparation (7)

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    So, a few people have been asking me about storage and luggage for the trip. I will be using the LoneRider explorer bag for getting the camping equipment to and from the start/finish line, an Oxford textile soft pannier set for the ride (to carry tools and emergency equipment and a tank bag (which I…

  • RBLR bike preparation (6)

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    Let there be light! I am naming this modification the ‘PLL’, which stands for the Paul Lee Light. The background to this, on the Longest Day Challenge 2025, there were a handful of us who convoyed together through Scotland together. When we hit Glencoe at approximately 23:00 it was dark! We stopped at a petrol…

  • RBLR bike preparation (5)

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    Another amazing company has come on board again for this challenge. Founded in 2008, Ultimate Addons was driven by a passion for creating distinctive mobile accessories for electronic devices. The company’s mission is to deliver the ultimate enhancements for mobile electronics used on motorcycles, offering innovative solutions to motorcyclists across the globe. Initially focusing on…

  • RBLR bike preparation (4)

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    I make no apologies for this post. I firmly believe that the Beeline Moto2 is the best navigational device around, so why would I use anything else? I had the original Beeline Moto and loved it, I was honoured when Beeline offered me a Moto2 for the Longest Day Challenge 2025. The route has been…

  • RBLR bike preparation (3)

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    I will be using a Evotech Performance mount for my Beeline Moto2, a combination I believe to be the best navigational setup for motorbikes. Evotech Performance was founded from a deep passion for motorcycling. When the founders were unable to source the high-quality aftermarket motorcycle accessories they desired, they took the initiative to design and…

  • Route navigation

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    Many have asked about my navigation strategy for this trip, and the answer is simple. I’m a passionate advocate for the Beeline Moto 2, which will be my go-to navigation tool. In addition, I will keep my phone on hand for conducting quick searches should I require fuel or refreshments along the route that I…

  • RBLR bike preparation (2)

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    I recently received an email from BikeAlert, a leading supplier of spare parts to the motorcycle industry, headquartered in Dartford, UK, with a North American distribution centre located in Atlanta, USA. The company provides an extensive range of products, including carbon steel sprockets, oil filters, chains, batteries, and rubber tyres, serving both aftermarket and original…

  • Leg 5

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    Haydock Island (WA12 0HL) to Squires Cafe (LS25 5LX). Statistics: Counties: Cheshire Lancashire Yorkshire The final segment of the journey is also the shortest by a considerable margin. With any luck we are leaving this check point in the early hours of the morning. Upon returning, an odometer reading will be conducted and my rider…

  • Leg 4

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    Fort William (PH33 6TQ) to Haydock Island (WA12 0HL). Statistics: Counties: Scotland Cumbria Lancashire Cheshire The second longest leg of the route, shorter by only one mile. Once I have collected my receipt from the petrol station, I will set off down the A82, to reach Glasgow. From there, it will be a swift journey…