Nomad Sport Band Review :

Nomad Sport Band

Nomad Sport Band Review : Apple Watch Band

Apple’s Apple Watch straps and bands are difficult to beat in terms of fit and quality. They are well made, feel right, fit right and look right. Whether you are looking at the Nike Sport Loop, the Apple Watch Ultra Dive Strap, one of the official offerings from Hermes, or something in between you are guaranteed to have something that will have quality, form and function. One more things is guaranteed – they are costly.

So you have something that works well and looks right but is also expensive. The result then is the market will be flooded with bootlegs. A quick browse on an international marketplace will show hundreds of options for copy straps that instead of costing somewhere between £50-£100+ you will have similar ‘looking’ options that start at a few £s.

Often though, you get what you pay for and often these bootlegs will look the part in the photos but when you receive them the quality is far less that what you would hope for. You can get lucky but I have always found that the fitting systems on non genuine straps is poor. The band (especially the fabric options) can often be reasonable but the fitting is pretty useless.

All is not lost though. There are some good third party accessory manufacturers who make products that are not simply a knock off of one of Apple’s designs. They spend money in research and development and come up with alternative and functional products.

One such company is Nomad.

I have recently reviewed another Nomad product, the Nomad Rugged Case, which I have used now for around 6 weeks – it has not been off my phone and still looks exactly as it did when purchased. This was a huge contributing factor as to why I opted to try the Nomad Sport Band Apple Watch Strap.

Nomad Rugged Case and Sport Band
Nomad Rugged Case and Sport Band

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Nomad Rugged Case Review : Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

Nomad Rugged Case Review : Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max :

Nomad Rugged Case for Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Nomad Rugged Case Review

Nomad started make accessories around 2012, the first product being a Kickstarter Crowd Funding project of an ‘ultraportable charging cable.’ Since then the company has excelled and is now considered one of the top manufactures of premium mobile phone cases.

Their leather cases are highly reviewed and since this year and Apple having ceased manufacture of leather cases for the new iPhone 15 range Nomad has become one of the most written about and reviewed leather case manufacturers.

However, this review is not about leather. This review focuses on the Nomad Rugged Case.

The official description of the case is :


Surprisingly light in hand, Rugged Case protects your iPhone from all angles with a durable polycarbonate frame and fortified corner bumpers. 

  • Durable TPU bumpers and camera ring
  • Polycarbonate frame with PET backplate
  • Anodized aluminum buttons
  • 15ft drop protection
  • Dual lanyard attachment points
  • MagSafe & wireless charging compatible

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G-Shock GA-140BMC-1AER ‘Tokyo Neo’ Review :

G-Shock GA-140BMC-1AER ‘Tokyo Neo’ Review :

G-Shock GA-140BMC-1AER 'Tokyo Neo' Review
G-Shock GA-140BMC-1AER ‘Tokyo Neo’ Review

The GA-140-BMC-1AER: A Bold Fusion of Style and Innovation :

Released in August 2019 in Japan, the Black x Neon Series includes four G-Shock watches with blacked-out bezels and neon hands and accents. The matte black bezels represent the night and the yellow, red, and blue neon accents represent the lights that evoke “Neo Tokyo City.” The theme brings to mind the classic 1988 anime film Akira, which takes place in the year 2019 and was promoted with the tagline “Neo-Tokyo is about to explode.” According to Wikipedia, Neo Tokyo” is a common name for a fictional futuristic version of Tokyo often depicted in manga, anime, and video games.”

The Power of Black:

At first glance, the GA-140-BMC-1AER immediately captures our imagination with its sleek and formidable appearance. Drawing inspiration from the urban streetwear scene, this model exudes an air of confidence and undeniable style. The bold black color scheme, synonymous with the G-Shock legacy, creates a striking contrast against the vibrant red accents, resulting in a timepiece that demands attention.

Digital Meets Analog:

One of the defining features of the GA-140-BMC-1AER is its unique hybrid display. This model elegantly combines the best of both worlds, blending analog and digital elements seamlessly. The three-dimensional hands, coated in luminous material, effortlessly glide across the dial, ensuring optimal legibility in any lighting condition. Meanwhile, the digital display offers a wealth of information, including time, date, and a handy stopwatch feature.

Unmatched Durability:

As with all G-Shock timepieces, the GA-140-BMC-1AER excels in durability, making it an ideal companion for the adventurous at heart. Its robust construction incorporates Casio’s signature shock resistance technology, providing protection against impacts and vibrations. The watch is also water-resistant up to 200 meters, ensuring reliability in the face of the elements.

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Breitling Avenger Hurricane 24hr (50mm) Review :

Breitling Avenger Hurricane 24hr (50mm) Review :

Breitling Avenger Hurricane Key Features

Introduction :

Welcome to the world of extreme horology, where precision meets adventure. Today, we delve into the realm of high-performance timepieces with the remarkable Breitling Avenger Hurricane 24hr (50mm). Designed to withstand the most demanding conditions, this exceptional watch combines rugged durability with extraordinary technical prowess. Join us as we embark on a thrilling journey exploring the remarkable features and design elements that make this timepiece a true force to be reckoned with.

Design :

The Breitling Avenger Hurricane 24hr (50mm) exemplifies the brand’s commitment to robustness and resilience. Its imposing 50mm case is crafted from a revolutionary material known as Breitlight®. This innovative high-tech composite is not only incredibly lightweight but also significantly more resistant to scratches, corrosion, and magnetic fields compared to traditional materials like stainless steel. The result is a watch that can handle the most demanding environments without compromising on comfort.

The dial of the Hurricane Avenger is a masterclass in legibility. The bold Arabic numerals and oversized hands, all treated with luminescent coating, ensure optimal readability even in low-light situations. The time is displayed in a 24-hour format, making it ideal for professionals who operate in time zones where the conventional 12-hour format may not suffice.

Technical Specifications :

The Avenger Hurricane 24hr (50mm) houses Breitling’s in-house Caliber B24, a self-winding mechanical movement renowned for its precision and reliability. With a power reserve of approximately 70 hours, this movement guarantees accurate timekeeping throughout extended adventures. The watch also boasts chronometer certification from COSC (Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute), a testament to its exceptional accuracy.

Water-resistant to an astounding 100 meters (330 feet), the Avenger Hurricane fearlessly takes on water-related activities without missing a beat. The non-screw-locked crown and two gaskets ensure water ingress is kept at bay, providing peace of mind during aquatic endeavours.

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TBNI.Blog Social Media Needs Your Help :

TBNI.Blog Social Media Needs Your Help :

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TBNI.Blog Social Media Needs Your Help

The TBNI.Blog Social Media Accounts can be found on :

TBNI.Blog promotes and advertises all road racing motorcycling events in the UK, Ireland and Isle of Man for free. Other events such as the Ulster Superbikes are also promoted for free.


The TBNI.Blog Road racing Calendar is also a completely free and secure resource available on the site and is easily imported to your own personal calendar on your phone / tablet /computer.

The Road Racing Calendar is, by far, the most used resource on this site with it being in the top 5 lists on Google of the query ‘Irish Road Racing Calendar 2023

TBNI.Blog Irish Road Racing Calendar 2023 Google Results

Posts promoting road racing events constitute the huge proportion of this site’s content and each post is also promoted on at least the Facebook Page.

That is where the problem lies. Facebook, Meta and Twitter simply do not share our posts in a fair way.

TBNI.Blog Facebook Followers

The Facebook Page has in excess of 1k followers and likes yet, for example, the post promoting the first round of the Ulster Superbike Championship was shared with only 40 people! Facebook let 4% of our followers see that post. They then, very kindly, offered me the opportunity to have 1200 people see the post for £14. So, to get the message out to slightly more than those who have chosen to follow the page the Meta company expects £14 – and that won’t even be the entire 1k+ who actually wanted to follow the Page!

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2022 Manx Grand Prix Schedule

2022 Manx Grand Prix Schedule :

2022 Manx Grand Prix Schedule
2022 MGP

The 2022 Manx Grand Prix Schedule has been announced as below :

(Right Click / Save Image As… or… Long Press / “Add to Photos” (or equivalent) to save the Schedules below to your phone’s Camera Roll for easy reference).

(These details are also available on the TBNI.Blog Racing Calendar).


Qualifying Week :

2022 Manx Grand Prix : Qualifying Week Schedule
2022 MGP : Qualifying Week Schedule :

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2021 Server Move

2021 Server Move :

2021 Server Move
2021 Server Move

Over the last week or so the TBNI.Blog Site has been moving server.

That involves moving every file, every coded page, every image, every link and email address. There were over 50,000 files to move. Of course the computer does the camel’s share of the work but it can mean things get missed, corrupted or lost.

The new server and the site have been extensively tested and everything seems to be working as it should.

However if you come across any glitches or bugs then please let me know :



    The initial results of the move look good!

    2021 Server Move
    2021 Server Results

    G-Shock GM-5600SN-1ER : Shanghai Nights : Unboxing

    G-Shock GM-5600SN-1ER
    G-Shock GM-5600SN-1ER

    G-Shock GM-5600SN-1ER :

    I think I have a new favourite G!


    The G-Shock GM-5600SN-1 was previously thought to be a China-only model that was released with the GM-110SN-2A as part of a BE@RBRICK collaboration known as the Shanghai Night Series.

    The GM5600SN-1 has since been made available in the U.S. retailing at $260. The second watch in the Shanghai Night Series, the analog-digital GM-110SN-2A, is still not expected to be released outside China (but personally I still have my fingers crossed.)

    The GM-5600SN-1ER is also available in the U.K. at g-shock.co.uk and is expected to be released throughout Europe soon.

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    iOS15, iPad15, macOS Monterey, watchOS 8 Supported Devices

    Here are the devices that can run iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, and watchOS 8 :

    WWDC 2021
    WWDC 2021

    Apple have just announced and previewed iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS Monterey, and watchOS 8 at the (once again) streamed WWDC 2021. If you are a developer your beta downloads have already gone live and the public beta period begins in July. The big question is, ‘is your hardware compatible?’ Apple usually removes support for a few devices each year as the software evolves, check below to see if your iPhone, iPad, Mac or Apple Watch had made cut.


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    Mous Infinity Case (iPhone 12 Pro Max)

    Mous Infinity Case for iPhone 12 Pro Max

    Having been a user of Mous cases since 2017 I was excited to see their range of MagSafe Compatible cases and accessories come out.

    Disclosure : I purchased this Mous Infinity iPhone 12 Pro Max Case direct from Mous.co the review is my own as are my thoughts on the product.

    Mous Infinity Case - iPhone 12 Pro Max
    Mous Infinity Case – iPhone 12 Pro Max

    For the first time in 4 years I had moved away from a trusted Mous case to a Apple Leather Case so that I would try out and use a Apple Card Wallet – which is just an amazing piece of kit and if you like minimalist wallets, this, you will be sure to love.

    The Apple Leather Case is without doubt a nice leather case, well manufactured and the leather looks and feels great.  For me though it just didn’t provide enough protection so I did not hesitate to get back onto the Mous Store when I heard the Limiteless 4.0 range had been release.  

    Unfortunately the Limitless 4.0 range was all showing as sold out for the iPhone 12 Pro Max – and a number of weeks later (04/04/2021 at the time of writing) still is sold out.

    The only MagSafe compatible product for the iPhone 12 Pro Max was the Mous Infinity, which comes in at a whopping £69.99.

    To me, this looked like the natural successor to the Mous Clarity case which I used almost exclusively from the time I purchased it on my iPhone 11 Pro.

    That was a product – like all Mouse products to this point – I have recommended without hesitation.

    Is that a recommendation continuing?

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