cheers guys, thanks for all the replies...
A small blurb on eskimo:
My boyfriend and I recently got a couple of ridgeback hybrids through the bike to work scheme...we live in Glasgow and have all the good intentions in the world of taking some trips camping with our newly aquired wheels. Both working full time in the hospitality trade, we are a little lacking in fitness, time, cycling and camping experience (so expect several advice seeking posts).
eskimo