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Beginners Guide to Climbing Equipment

Have you been thinking about giving climbing a go recently? Perhaps you’ve looked into local indoor walls, or even eyed up some outdoor routes over the summer? If so, you’re not alone! We’ve seen the popularity of climbing explode over the last few years, and with the sport now included in the 2020 Olympics line […]


Travelling abroad to compete in your sport? Don’t be caught out!

Sports travel insurance can be confusing but we try and make it as simple as possible giving you cover for everything you need. A grey area can be competitions with many standard travel insurance policies excluding cover. Therefore, it is always wise to read up and make sure you are definitely covered for all your activities. […]


5 Mountain Bike Set Up Tips

Check out our Mountain Bike Set-Up tips infographic. Covering brakes, saddle, stem length & more – it’s certain to help you get the most from your time on the tracks and trails – and ride them like a pro!   And don’t forget to get insured, click here for a mountain biking insurance quote.


What is Loss of Earnings Cover and how does it work?

For those of us who are self-employed or do not get statutory sick pay but still want to enjoy our sport, it can be a scary position to be in should you get injured.   Being injured may mean not being able to work which in turn could affect your ability to pay your mortgage, […]


Island Training Treasures

Cyclists and triathletes seem to love training on islands! You will often see training updates posted on social media from the old favourites Lanzarote, Tenerife and Mallorca. However, there are plenty of other island destinations less associated with cycling and triathlon but which offer some great training facilities and cycling terrain. So if you fancy […]


Guest Blog: My Top 6 Running Destinations

Environment is everything. It can completely change your running experience, and if you’re a racer, destination races are becoming more and more common. What could be better than combining training and racing with your vacation? Even if you’re not in the racing mood, combining vacation with running is a great way to feel a little […]


The Danger of Taking Out Your Travel Insurance Last Minute

When your organising your holiday, travel insurance is not one of the things you think about first. In fact, it’s probably one of the last. But is taking out your travel insurance last minute putting you at a disadvantage?   If you ask the majority of people when do they think about and take out […]


Rock Climbing Safety Equipment

Are you heading off on a rock climbing trip this summer or are you having a go in the UK? Wherever you are giving it a try and whether it is your first time or your are a seasoned climber, be sure to have a look at our handy infographic and ensure you are fully prepared […]


#RoadtoRio – Judo

As part of the build up to the Olympics this year, SportsCover Direct will be publishing a series of blogs shedding some light on some of the lesser known Olympic sports and showing how you can get involved!   The Origins   Judo was created by a student of Ju-Jitsu, Dr Jigoro Kano, who created […]


Top 10 Marathons

Running that 26.2 miles is a real achievement and why not do it in style in some of the best scenery from around the world. We’ve compiled our top 10 marathon destinations in the world so you can choose your race to tackle!   10. Midnight Sun Marathon, Norway   The most northern race is […]