Jonathan Allen, Author at Allday magazine

Ever since he can remember he was riding bikes not being attracted to video games. In his teenage years he was racing bikes until he had a big accident that slowed him down and at a certain point he stopped riding. It is few years later that came he back on a bike and got the ‘’bug’’ again to be more serious about it and started a bike related blog. It is after a trip during covid that he realized that it would be great to talk about all his outdoor passions but with the perspective to inform the regular non technical people. This is how Allday magazine was born.

BETWEEN TWO DRINKS: CHARLES OUIMET

On : November 22, 2021September 18, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

My first encounter with Charles was in a video of Adam Roberge. At this point I subscribed to his channel, and I was really pleased with his content. But who is the guy behind the Channel? I met Charles in a coffee…

GARNEAU GRITY T-SHIRT AND LEEWAY 2 SHORT REVIEW

On : November 17, 2021September 18, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

Bikepacking is something I want to discover more and when Garneau asked me to review the Grity t-shirt and the Leeway 2 short, it was the perfect reason to go for few small trips. I must admit that even on ‘’regular’’ rides. I like to wear shorts too. It is more ‘’appropriate’’ when we stop for a more than deserved cerveza. For me the fit, comfort and being practical is more than a must. Let’s see if this combo did the…

CHLOROPHYLLE FRENZY JACKET REVIEW

On : November 15, 2021September 18, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

My first ‘’good’’ jacket when I was 10 years old was a Chlorophylle. Back in the days they were made in Canada and with time they exported the production in Asia without cutting the quality of their product. When Chlorophylle contacted me…

TOPO DESIGNS GLOBAL JACKET REVIEW

On : November 13, 2021September 18, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

For me it is important to have versatile pieces of gear so I can wear them for different activities. When Topo designs asked me to review their Global jacket, I rapidly saw all the opportunities to test and review this jacket like:…

LA FLATLAND À ANNIE

On : October 31, 2021September 21, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

Yesterday was the La Flatland à Annie gravel biking event and we attended as spectators and goodies provider. The purpose of this event was to raise money for the Primrose donkey sanctuary. Smiling faces on all the course and even after with…

CAMELBAK CHASE BIKE VEST REVIEW

On : October 15, 2021September 18, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

I was looking for a water bladder more compact and comfortable for gravel biking and I saw the chase bike vest. I was curious to test it, so I contacted Camelbak and they sent it to me. My first impression of the…

LIFETIME 55 QUART HIGH PERFORMANCE COOLER REVIEW

On : October 4, 2021September 15, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

I longer hesitated between buying a 12 volt cooler and regular cooler. After hours of reflection, I decided to go with a regular cooler that would keep cool for a relatively long period of time. After my decision was made, the shopping…

TOPO DESIGNS BIKE BAG REVIEW

On : September 18, 2021September 18, 2023- by Jonathan Allen-

I am always on the lookout for bags and ways to carry stuff while on a ride or a bike trip and a handlebar bag is always practical.So when Topo design asked me to review their bike bag, I was happy to do so. My first impression of the bag was how well built it is. They use a 1000D nylon for the outside and a 400D nylon for the liner. Wait what ! They have put a liner in their bag? Yes, and with a bright color so you can easily spot was is…