Here in the UK we’re still enjoying those warm summer months. After amazing weather in July we’re still doing OK in terms of less rain and more sun, but without wanting to sound like the prophet of doom, winter will soon be upon us. The fat man in his red suit will be belting out annoying seasonal songs and 2013 will be but a distant memory.

Time for the slopes! – Tez

If you’re like me and spend the majority of your time with perpetually wet feet and a little of sand in the bottom of your bed, then winter can be a bummer. There’s nothing more demotivating than waking in darkness, nipples hard from brass monkey digits and trying to man up enough to head to the beach for wind or surf session.