1. Helmet A well fitted helmet is your most essential piece of equipment. It is designed to save your life, whether from stray debris or a fall and with the huge range on offer, you are guaranteed to find one to suit your needs. The helmet you choose will depend on the fit and the […]
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Kayaking – Grading System Explained
The grading system is a standardized scale that relates to the International Scale of River Difficulty. It reflects the technical difficulty and skill level required associated with the section of river/sea. We categorise our kayaking insurance into 3 separate policies: up to grade 3/sea, grade 4&5, and above grade 5. Up to grade 3/sea […]
Sailing – Things to Bear in Mind
Many elements affect sailing so it is important to know what to expect before you get on the water. Factors to bear in mind are: Wind Direction Most associated with sailing and particularly important to competitive sailors who seek accurate forecasts so they can plan their strategy and tactics prior to a race. […]
Marathon Running – Tips to Avoid Injury
Over the last decade, there has been a dramatic increase in the popularity of marathon running. It is not considered to be a dangerous sport which is why we rank it with our group 2 moderate-risk sports, but injury incidence rates remain high due to inexperience when it comes to training. For those new to […]
Rugby – Most Common Injuries
1. Hamstring strain The growth of professional rugby has resulted in a more physically demanding game thus increasing lower limb muscle injuries. Sprinting and quick turns can overstretch the Hamstring muscle, tearing or straining the tissue. A thorough warm up and the combined strengthening of the hamstrings together with the quadriceps in equal amounts can […]
Sailing – Top 10 Worldwide Cruises
Sailing is an ideal way to explore a holiday destination and can offer sought-after privacy, freedom and flexibility. However, the unpredictability of sea conditions and the very nature of sailing means that there is always the risk of injury. Protect yourself against damaging financial costs with our sailing insurance policies; if you are sailing within […]
Tennis – Top 5 Injuries
1. Sprained Ankle Sudden jolting movements such a sidestepping on the court are the common cause of a sprained ankle. A sprained ankle is the more popular term for a twisted ankle but they label the same injury, referring to the damage of the soft tissue and ligaments surrounding the ankle. Depending on the severity […]
Mountain Biking – Most Common Injuries
Skin abrasions Skin abrasions basically mean cuts and grazes, or damage to the soft protective tissue in the top layers of skin. These are often sustained when falling off a mountain bike and can vary drastically in severity depending on whether a rider is wearing protective gear. More serious cuts can damage nerve tissue or […]
10 Rock Climbing Must-Do’s
1. PLAN YOUR ROUTE A successful and enjoyable trip is a well-planned trip. Prepare thoroughly beforehand by checking the weather forecast and informing someone else of your intentions. This way if the worse were to happen, another person knows your route. 2. LEARN YOUR ROUTE Research your route thoroughly, collect information on conditions and […]
Cycling Packing List Inforgraphic
Wherever you’re going on your cycling trip make sure you don’t forget a thing with our easy printable cycling packing list infographic!