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Is the Term 'Plus-size' Harmful?
There has been ample debate around the term Plus-size and whether it’s a potentially harmful label or whether it’s necessary. Many people in the fashion industry, namely plus-size models and fashion influencers such as Ashley Graham and Tess Holliday have been vocal about their distaste for the label and campaigning to #DropThePlus, saying that it’s alienating, isolating and has negative connotations. -
Profile Series: Phil Wilson - The Important Things In Life
You may have seen Phil, or as we call him - Smiley Phil, on our promotional imagery. He’s one of our Flambassadors and he has a lovely story that s... -
Profile Series: Thomas Robb - From 0-100 Real Quick
With much likeness to some kind of Italian sports car, Tom has a truly inspirational story that takes him from 0-100 at incredible speed. He is 61,... -
Profile Series: Chris Jones: Chief Flampion
Spring of the following year Chris discovered Fat Lad At The Back through another Flampion and started riding with other people for the first time , having just done it alone until now. “I Loved the whole ethos of the FLAB brand; of inclusivity for all, no matter your size, shape, gender or ability.” So much so that he decided to apply to become a Flampion himself and in September of 2018 he started in the role. From then, he began doing rides every weekend, met lots of great people, many of who are now good friends – “some from the early days are still riding with me now!” -
Bikepacking with The Original Fat Lad
The outdoors has always been a major interest for me from as far back as I remember, and with my diary now being crazy, finding time just to get on the bike is always a challenge. So camping and being at one with the elements has taken a back seat for some time, until now. -
Profile Series: Mike Vernon - Body, Mind & Perserverance
Mike, aged 55, is husband to Brenda, and father and step-father to 4 grown up kids as well as Scooter the Cookerpoo. He Lives on the Fylde Coast me... -
Profile Series: Thomas Moore - Slimming Down and Grinning Proud
Tom is a Project Manager, his wife works in the NHS and together they have 4 lovely children. Tom has worked in construction for 14 years and befor... -
Our Response to Rod Liddle's Article in The Sunday Times
I'm sure many of you can join us in being completely flummoxed at the lack of care and responsibility from The Sunday Times this weekend. An articl...
