TURKISH AIRLINES
I think that Turkish people are one of the most warm and hospitable people in the world and that Istanbul is one of the most magical and dynamic cities I came across. I fly Turkish Airlines when I go back to Italy so that I can enjoy few days of stopping over adding a short holiday to any trip. I enjoy the hardship of outdoor living during my explorations but on an aircraft uncomfortableness is no fun: Turkish Airlines is a comfortable way of flying long haul. Turkish Airlines is a contemporary version of transportation along the silk road in the air, the modern way to connect Europe and Asia and bring all cultures together around the globe.
www.turkishairlines.com
2XU
To simply put it: it is all in the material. Long riding brings muscle fatigue, saddle sore, sweaty clothes. Being fit is not enough: what you wear makes the difference between having fun or having problems. I want garments that help me recover fast, reduce fatigue and protect me where it matters. 2XU's compression leggings are my choice for fast recovery. The Cycle compression BIB Short I use has italian made high density foam support protection to let me seat on the saddle for 8 hours a day without problem. My 2XU Cycle tops utilise a number of different fabrics in each garment to ensure extreme moisture management, thermo-regulation and anti bacterial properties.
www.2xuhk.com
HIGH5
As a chef I know well that performance is not just about fitness but about nutrition as well. Before, during, after exercise and racing. While a italian meal with fresh produce is what I love, buffalo mozzarella does not go well with a long bike ride. Without proper nutrition instead of fitness gain you find yourself with fitness loss. Energy and recovery drinks and bars are a must for any serious sports person. The best I found is High 5 as they have a sophistication and variety that is unparalleled. I have been training using Energy Source 4:1 during my rides and isogels during my runs. Right after exercises longer than 2 hours I use the protein recovery powder. On the silk road I will bring with me the Zero Electrolytes Tubes. Dehydration is a key challenge of my expedition and I need a reliable product which is also practical to use. Thanks to the Zero tablets I say goodbye to the mess made with powders and the weight of sports drinks in bottle.
www.highfive.com.hk
TRIBAL
Tribal is Hong Kong's first professional service-based multisport store. Andrew and Mark, the two elite triathletes and professionally trained, passionate sportsmen who own and run the store, employ the latest sport science technology to help you maximize your performance. For my Jordan expedition they conducted a running gait analysis and shoe customisation to find the right shoe for me. Did you know that even within the same brand of shoes, different models will impact significantly your performance depending on your own running style? We normally buy shoes because of their characteristics, now you can make buying decisions based on your own characteristics. Whether you're an absolute beginner or a professionally trained athlete, they will advise you on the right kit and gear for you as an individual.
http://tribalsport.hk
DESERT PARAMOURS
Desert paramours is arguably the most reliable travel and tours agency for the whole Middle East. It is run and owned by a team of 11 Bedouin brothers, each with love of nature and a passion for deserts, and proud of their cultural heritage. They have been providing the technical support for my Jordan expedition and their level of local knowledge, professionalism in planning and attention to the details for its execution is world class. They are the perfect partner whether you want to venture deep out of the beaten track or just to design a bespoke tour which will deliver an unforgettable cultural traveling experience
http://www.desertparamours.com
KAMALAYA
My life changed at Kamalaya. On 11 August 2008 I was 99kg, overweight, I had liver functions chronically out of the norm, I owned a 5 year gym membership with 4 presence, I had a track record of breaking commitments to lose weight. I had spinal problems that forced me in bed twice a year. I was unhappy with myself but somehow managed to live with this health failure despite the success in other part of my life. On 12 August I started a 7 days comprehensive detox in Kamalaya which was very pleasurable: healthy food but yummy food in a beautiful place in Ko Samui. It was a good holiday with my wife, not a tough challenge. At the end of it I lost 5kg, felt energetic and with an appetite for doing exercise. On 28 September I was 87 Kg, my taste for food was changed and I was eating plenty, healthy and without feeling deprived of the food I like. I started running. On 28 November I was 81Kg and I run my first half marathon. I loved it and a passion for racing developed.
3 years later, I am a competitive triathlete and runner, never had a blocked back since, my liver functions are perfect. I am fit and look young. I love food and wine and I keep on enjoying them. What happened in Kamalaya?
Basically years of bad habits and sitting in front of my computer brought my liver and intestine not to do their jobs properly, and the whole organism to suffer from it. The programme at Kamalaya re-started my internal engine. Rather than working on calories intake, it focused on making my body work again. That is the Kamalaya secret that normal diet don't address directly.
www.kamalaya.com
THE NORTH FACE
When I think outdoor I think The North Face: the image of a tent, lit from the inside, at dusk, in a remote beautiful landscape have been a dream for me since I was a boy. Reliability and lightness are musts for any expeditions and at The North face these words are mantra for any product category. I will be using a Tedpole tent, THE tent for serious outdoors adventure who needs lightweight but also comfort given the number of hours you spend in it, together with a 3 season sleeping bag that is reliable in the heat of Turkmenistan's desert and the cold of Pamirs mountains in Tajikistan. For the moments off-cycling, I chose from a huge selection a pair of pants, t-shirts underwear and flees which, in The North Face tradition, will keep me dry, fresh, warm and light as needed.
www.thenorthface.com
OAKLEY
Oakley is my myth for sports eye-ware. I have been using them since I was a teenager: they have optical superiority, fantastic design and they do make you look cool (or feel you do). For clarity and UV protection they are the best on the market. I use the Jawbone model as I like that the lenses are interchangeable so that I can easily match my lens to the light I am riding with.
www.oakley.com
ULTRASUN
We all now know the harmful effects of over-exposure to sun, yet its often neglected. On my expedition sun protection is paramount and I need the most reliable products as I will be crossing deserts and climbing mountains at 5,000m altitude. Ultrasun Sports 20 is the perfect base for me: it is non greasy, invisible and it last the whole day. I add on top of it Ultrasun Ultra Sensitive 50+ only on those spots that need extra attention.
www.ultrasun.hk
I think that Turkish people are one of the most warm and hospitable people in the world and that Istanbul is one of the most magical and dynamic cities I came across. I fly Turkish Airlines when I go back to Italy so that I can enjoy few days of stopping over adding a short holiday to any trip. I enjoy the hardship of outdoor living during my explorations but on an aircraft uncomfortableness is no fun: Turkish Airlines is a comfortable way of flying long haul. Turkish Airlines is a contemporary version of transportation along the silk road in the air, the modern way to connect Europe and Asia and bring all cultures together around the globe.
www.turkishairlines.com
2XU
To simply put it: it is all in the material. Long riding brings muscle fatigue, saddle sore, sweaty clothes. Being fit is not enough: what you wear makes the difference between having fun or having problems. I want garments that help me recover fast, reduce fatigue and protect me where it matters. 2XU's compression leggings are my choice for fast recovery. The Cycle compression BIB Short I use has italian made high density foam support protection to let me seat on the saddle for 8 hours a day without problem. My 2XU Cycle tops utilise a number of different fabrics in each garment to ensure extreme moisture management, thermo-regulation and anti bacterial properties.
www.2xuhk.com
HIGH5
As a chef I know well that performance is not just about fitness but about nutrition as well. Before, during, after exercise and racing. While a italian meal with fresh produce is what I love, buffalo mozzarella does not go well with a long bike ride. Without proper nutrition instead of fitness gain you find yourself with fitness loss. Energy and recovery drinks and bars are a must for any serious sports person. The best I found is High 5 as they have a sophistication and variety that is unparalleled. I have been training using Energy Source 4:1 during my rides and isogels during my runs. Right after exercises longer than 2 hours I use the protein recovery powder. On the silk road I will bring with me the Zero Electrolytes Tubes. Dehydration is a key challenge of my expedition and I need a reliable product which is also practical to use. Thanks to the Zero tablets I say goodbye to the mess made with powders and the weight of sports drinks in bottle.
www.highfive.com.hk
TRIBAL
Tribal is Hong Kong's first professional service-based multisport store. Andrew and Mark, the two elite triathletes and professionally trained, passionate sportsmen who own and run the store, employ the latest sport science technology to help you maximize your performance. For my Jordan expedition they conducted a running gait analysis and shoe customisation to find the right shoe for me. Did you know that even within the same brand of shoes, different models will impact significantly your performance depending on your own running style? We normally buy shoes because of their characteristics, now you can make buying decisions based on your own characteristics. Whether you're an absolute beginner or a professionally trained athlete, they will advise you on the right kit and gear for you as an individual.
http://tribalsport.hk
DESERT PARAMOURS
Desert paramours is arguably the most reliable travel and tours agency for the whole Middle East. It is run and owned by a team of 11 Bedouin brothers, each with love of nature and a passion for deserts, and proud of their cultural heritage. They have been providing the technical support for my Jordan expedition and their level of local knowledge, professionalism in planning and attention to the details for its execution is world class. They are the perfect partner whether you want to venture deep out of the beaten track or just to design a bespoke tour which will deliver an unforgettable cultural traveling experience
http://www.desertparamours.com
KAMALAYA
My life changed at Kamalaya. On 11 August 2008 I was 99kg, overweight, I had liver functions chronically out of the norm, I owned a 5 year gym membership with 4 presence, I had a track record of breaking commitments to lose weight. I had spinal problems that forced me in bed twice a year. I was unhappy with myself but somehow managed to live with this health failure despite the success in other part of my life. On 12 August I started a 7 days comprehensive detox in Kamalaya which was very pleasurable: healthy food but yummy food in a beautiful place in Ko Samui. It was a good holiday with my wife, not a tough challenge. At the end of it I lost 5kg, felt energetic and with an appetite for doing exercise. On 28 September I was 87 Kg, my taste for food was changed and I was eating plenty, healthy and without feeling deprived of the food I like. I started running. On 28 November I was 81Kg and I run my first half marathon. I loved it and a passion for racing developed.
3 years later, I am a competitive triathlete and runner, never had a blocked back since, my liver functions are perfect. I am fit and look young. I love food and wine and I keep on enjoying them. What happened in Kamalaya?
Basically years of bad habits and sitting in front of my computer brought my liver and intestine not to do their jobs properly, and the whole organism to suffer from it. The programme at Kamalaya re-started my internal engine. Rather than working on calories intake, it focused on making my body work again. That is the Kamalaya secret that normal diet don't address directly.
www.kamalaya.com
THE NORTH FACE
When I think outdoor I think The North Face: the image of a tent, lit from the inside, at dusk, in a remote beautiful landscape have been a dream for me since I was a boy. Reliability and lightness are musts for any expeditions and at The North face these words are mantra for any product category. I will be using a Tedpole tent, THE tent for serious outdoors adventure who needs lightweight but also comfort given the number of hours you spend in it, together with a 3 season sleeping bag that is reliable in the heat of Turkmenistan's desert and the cold of Pamirs mountains in Tajikistan. For the moments off-cycling, I chose from a huge selection a pair of pants, t-shirts underwear and flees which, in The North Face tradition, will keep me dry, fresh, warm and light as needed.
www.thenorthface.com
OAKLEY
Oakley is my myth for sports eye-ware. I have been using them since I was a teenager: they have optical superiority, fantastic design and they do make you look cool (or feel you do). For clarity and UV protection they are the best on the market. I use the Jawbone model as I like that the lenses are interchangeable so that I can easily match my lens to the light I am riding with.
www.oakley.com
ULTRASUN
We all now know the harmful effects of over-exposure to sun, yet its often neglected. On my expedition sun protection is paramount and I need the most reliable products as I will be crossing deserts and climbing mountains at 5,000m altitude. Ultrasun Sports 20 is the perfect base for me: it is non greasy, invisible and it last the whole day. I add on top of it Ultrasun Ultra Sensitive 50+ only on those spots that need extra attention.
www.ultrasun.hk
