Tapering. In basic terms means to slow down before a big race. It is a whole mind boggling world, and so many people aren’t sure how to, or what to do in their own personal tapering days. With Michiel, I know Continue Reading
In the outskirts of Honolulu city centre, located on a highway, was the small aptly named, Peace Cafe. Coming up on Happy Cow as one of the only vegan places on the island, we were impressed by the reviews. On Continue Reading
As a young boy I was such a fan of the adventures of 3 guys travelling the world having amazing adventures, the Dutch Bob Evers books series, written in the fifties. One of the books was set in Honolulu, it seemed Continue Reading
We passed this little restaurant on the way to Waipoa and on the way back, decided to pay them a visit for lunch. It was advertised as vegetarian, but everything on the menu was vegan, bar two things that used Continue Reading
Rest day for Michiel, so a nice relaxing drive around the north of the big island. We got a hazy day, but we still saw so much beauty! This place is incredible. The landscape is scattered by lava rock, and you canโt Continue Reading
Hawaii bound! First stop Kona – the home of the Ironman! Luckily, the bike made it all the way from Europe without a problem too, phew! We didn’t argue with this guy when he offered to carry the bike for Continue Reading
In the heart of trendy Venice, on Rose Avenue, lies the trendy & modern, Cafe Gratitude. On entry, we were greeted with a positive quote by the guy who took us to our table, and we took a moment to look around. Continue Reading
OFF WE GO! A trip of a lifetime, once again! SO exciting, nerve wracking and such a big step all at once for Michiel. We know he is in good shape, and I am so happy to have seen him take such giant steps in his Continue Reading
I had to do it. I signed up a month after the accident that left me in intensive care for weeks, again for the full Ironman, October 2018 in Barcelona,. I needed a goal to motivate me to recover. And prove to myself Continue Reading
A great 10km run to take part in Barcelona is the famous Bomberos. Itโs dedicated to the firemen (bomberos) of the city, who actually complete the race in their full fire gear! As you head to the finish line with Continue Reading