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In Episode 204 of the Bru Time Podcast, Bruce Smart sits down with Michael and Louisa Spice, founders of The Adventure Bike Collective. 

Described as "online dating for adventure motorbikes," the Collective was built to pull riders away from toxic social media scrolling and connect them in the real world to get out exploring trails and roads across the country.

Together, they discuss:
• The origins of The Adventure Bike Collective and moving away from social media noise
• Michael and Louisa's background running a commercial hot air ballooning business
• Louisa’s rapid transition into motorcycling on her CFMOTO 450MT
• The rise of accessible mid-weight adventure bikes vs. heavyweight 1200/1300s
• Current legal green laning in the UK, the TRF, and route accessibility in England vs. Scotland
• What "Choosing More" means after facing serious health battles and wake-up calls
• Listener questions from the Clan covering couple-run businesses, favorite trails, and whether cake beats a dessert lamb shank!

Connect with our guests:
Website: https://adventurebikecollective.com/
Instagram: @adventurebikecollective

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In Episode 203 of Bru Time, Bruce is joined by Pete Hastelow (known across Instagram as @R1Soul) for a brutally honest, deeply moving, and hilarious 3-hour chinwag.

Pete shares his incredible journey through major health battles - from multiple open-heart surgeries to surviving a stroke and hitting absolute rock bottom with post-op depression. He recounts the unforgettable moment on a Snowdonia mountain pass that changed his perspective on life forever, why men need to speak up more about what’s going on inside, and how fitness and yoga transformed his physical and mental health.

We also dive into:
• Why Pete is campaigning to "put the social back into social media"
• The legendary story behind the "Sparkle Riders" and the Biker's Picnic concept
• Adventure motorcycle festivals: The Overland Event vs. ABR vs. Armchair Adventure
• Motorbike love: Why his Yamaha R1 and Super Ténéré 1200 aren't going anywhere
• Listener Q&A: Big diggers, alien conspiracies, UK road laws, and whether peanut butter belongs on a burger!

Follow Pete on Instagram: @R1Soul (https://www.instagram.com/r1soul)

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In this episode of Bru Time, Bruce sits down with George Talbot (@ggontwowheels) for an open, moving, and grounded conversation about navigating profound loss and choosing to live life with purpose.

Following the passing of his wife Gaynor after a long battle with cancer, George set out on a 22-day solo ride across Australia carrying her ashes. That journey transformed into a registered charity dedicated to easing the daily burdens of cancer patients and their families - covering everything from hospital taxi fares to emergency household repairs.

George and Bruce explore:

• The raw reality of grief, depression, and learning to let go of guilt
• The therapeutic power of motorcycling and remote road travel
• Transitioning from tribute rides to a new chapter during his recent European journey
• Preparations for an upcoming 16-country trans-Atlantic expedition down the west coast of Africa
• Answers to listener questions from Patreon, Instagram, and Facebook covering big-bike setups, classic machines, and the infamous BMW C1

Find George & Apply for Support:

• Web: gg2wheels.com
• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: @ggontwowheels

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In Episode 201 of the Bru Time Podcast, Bruce sits down with Ryan Butler, founder and director of Moto Mafia UK.

Starting out with just a £200 logo generated online, Ryan shares how he built an independent, appointment-only prestige motorcycle dealership in Ayr, Scotland—turning over nearly half a million pounds in sales in his very first year while still working offshore 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off.

They dive into:
- The harsh reality of FCA finance applications and early business hurdles.
- How Moto Mafia established trust for nationwide online/distance sales.
- Current trends in the used motorcycle market: Are sports bikes coming back?
- Why dealership staff need to actually ride motorcycles to build genuine customer trust.
- Ryan's crazy story being accused of stealing a phone by German police in Baden-Baden.
- Unicorn bikes, Porsche road trips in Spain, and what "Choosing More" means when taking risks.

Full video version available on YouTube (TeapotOne / Bru Time Podcast).

Episode Links & Guest Details:
• Moto Mafia UK: https://www.moto-mafia.co.uk
• Follow Moto Mafia on Instagram: @motomafia33

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For the 200th episode of Bru Time, Bruce is joined by multi-time Dakar finisher, ex-military veteran, firefighter, and BMW Off-Road Skills instructor Neil Hawker.

Neil shares an unfiltered look into the world's toughest motorcycling challenge: the unsupported Original by Motul (Malle Moto) class at the Dakar Rally. Discover what it takes to service your own bike at 2 AM after riding 1,000 km across the Saudi desert, how 13 years in the British Army built his unbreakable mental game, and why he still gets the biggest buzz out of teaching complete novices how to ride off-road.

Plus, we answer your listener questions covering:
- What would happen if Neil ran the Dakar Rally?
- Can Chinese bike manufacturers genuinely win Dakar?
- The best adventure bike setup for taller/larger riders.
- Life after the military and finding camaraderie in the fire service.

Neil's Socials:
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@neilhawkermotolife3653
instagram: @neilhawker41
facebook: @NeilHawkerMotorcycling

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In Episode 199 of BRU TIME, Bruce chats with Stan Hulme ('The Inspired Rider') about his extraordinary 6,121-mile solo expedition from Leicester to Nordkapp in northern Norway, raising funds for Alex's Wish.

Stan’s journey is a masterclass in resilience. Before leaving, he survived a severe bout of Delta COVID-19, a mini-stroke (TIA), and a total final-drive failure on his 17-year-old BMW GS. On the road, he faced closed international borders, an exposed tooth abscess, charging moose, washed-out bridges, and a brutal Arctic storm that left him stage-one hypothermic at -10°C.

Key Points:
• The origin of 'The Inspired Rider' & supporting Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (Alex's Wish)
• Overcoming major health setbacks & returning to fitness
• Real-world lessons on solo packing, wild camping, and navigation in Scandinavia
• Highs and lows of riding Norway’s national routes (FV13, Lysebotn, Trollstigen)
• Navigating emergencies with the help of community, gas stations, and Bunker Bikers
• Community Q&A: Ideal adventure bikes (Tuareg 660 vs GS), advanced riding myths, and fitness for motorcyclists.

Follow Stan:
Instagram: @theinspiredrider_official
Charity Info: alexswish.co.uk

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Custom motorcycle builder Jonathan Hull from Jonathan Hull & Son Bespoke Motorcycles joins me for episode 198 of the Bru Time Podcast to discuss his limited-run Northman project.

In this honest, unpolished conversation, we dive into the true graft behind the custom motorcycle scene. Jonathan shares the dark financial realities of running an independent workshop, the pressure of legacy craftsmanship, and why he completely reset his business approach.

We detail his recent engineering battle with the Honda GB 350 S factory warranty, dropping 15kg from a machine to master the power-to-weight ratio, and mastering high-temperature 3D printing in-house. We also answer listener questions regarding nightmare customer expectations, family history, personal creative focus, and what our ultimate motorcycle setups look like for the apocalypse.

Episode Links:

• Jonathan Hull Bespoke: https://www.jonathanhull.co.uk
• Follow Jonathan on Instagram: @jhullmoto
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Can you really ditch a 1200cc adventure bike for a 125cc mini bike and have MORE fun? 

In this episode of Bru Time, Bruce sits down with Dean Lambert from "Monkey Dix Adventures" to explore the growing world of small-CC motorcycle touring. Dean shares his journey from moving heavy cruisers and adventure touring rigs to completing a grueling 4,000-mile solo endurance loop of the UK coastline on a tiny Honda. 

We also explore Dean’s recent clockwise trek around the entire coast of Ireland in a utilitarian Tuk Tuk, complete with wild, unexpected roadside encounters, Irish hospitality, and a late-night accordion session in a hand-built yurt.

Beyond the machinery, this is an incredibly honest conversation about mental health. Dean opens up about his personal experience with a sudden anxiety breakdown, the psychological tools that helped him take back control, and his ongoing work as a facilitator for the UK-wide charity Andy’s Man Club. We also discuss his role as an ambassador for Boot Out Breast Cancer and how community support can carry you through the toughest miles.

Whether you ride a massive touring rig or a small scooter, this episode will challenge everything you think you need for a proper adventure.

Connect with Dean:
Search "Monkey Dix Adventures" on YouTube or request to join "The Monkey Revolution" private group on Facebook.

Resources:
If you or a mate are struggling and need a safe place to talk, find your local branch of Andy's Man Club at https://andysmanclub.co.uk. Learn more about the diagnostic work done by Boot Out Breast Cancer at https://www.bootoutbreastcancer.org.uk.

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On this week’s episode 196 of Bru Time, Bruce sits down with Nathan Whatton, the mind behind Routero (https://routeroapp.com), a completely grassroots, free mobile app built specifically to serve the UK biking community.

Before he was a developer, Nathan spent over a decade working as a professional Hollywood stuntman, doubling for Antonio Banderas and surviving some brutal on-set injuries. Nathan shares how he went from leaving school with no grades to teaching himself how to code on his laptop after putting the kids to bed, all to build an intuitive app featuring "Surprise Me" routing, biker-centric cafe logs, and a unique gear-sharing marketplace.

They dive into the grit of self-made projects, the power of a stubborn mindset, the value of deep friendships, and answer a stellar batch of listener questions ranging from red vs. brown sauce to the classic TV shows of their generation.

Head over to https://routeroapp.com to download the free app and find your next riding community hotspot.

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From redundancy to building a business in the "back arse of nowhere"—Adam Wight returns to Bru Time!

In episode 195, Bruce sits down with return guest Adam Wight, the mastermind behind the newly launched PathfinderMoto.com (and the face of Bikes for Brains). Adam shares his story of getting made redundant and why it was the best thing to happen to his mental health in a decade.

The guys dive deep into why modern society is getting soft, the profound mental health benefits of getting stuck in a ditch with a group of strangers, and why motorbiking inherently forces you to be vulnerable. Plus, they answer plenty of community questions covering:

• Top tips for shifting your perspective from local bike nights to major adventure tours.
• Fixing the slightly "wanky" throttle response below 3,000 revs on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450.
• A brutal, honest assessment of Kove Moto (Kove 450 Rally and 800) and whether Chinese manufacturing is finally beating the big brands on chassis feel.
• And an essential debate on the deliciousness and crumbly texture of Spanish Manchego cheese.

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Welcome back to Bru Time! In Episode 194, Bruce sits down for a whisky-fueled marathon chat with motorcycle YouTuber Sam Vincent (@samvbikes).

Sam & Bruce open up about the crushing reality of YouTube backlog burnout, trying out editors who threw in the towel, and why shifting content strategy may be the way ahead. 

But it’s not all serious - the lads dive deep into the ultimate bike debates: Is the BMW GS actually better than a KTM Super Duke? Why does Ducati ownership feel like a toxic relationship? And are modern adventure bikes losing their charm to smaller CC machines?

Plus, we answer your brilliant Patreon and Instagram questions covering everything from future classic bikes, the truth about Elvis, custom butt plugs, and the infamous "Joe Overtaking" style on a 9-horsepower monkey bike. Grab a brew (or a glass of Monkey Shoulder) and enjoy the ramble!

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Thanks for listening folks and remember... Look after those you love, keep getting on out there whenever you can, and LIVE your life!