Berghaus has teamed up with Cumbrian climbing company Dirtbags to launch a product range made from repurposed materials. Rehaused by Dirtbags upcycles old Berghaus products to make climbing kit, such as chalk bags. Berghaus...
Two friends, Katy Boock and Karen Frake, enjoyed a winter run along the length of the Island of Skye. They followed the Skye Trail Ultra race route and took two days to complete the...
Hopefully, we will be able to ski and snowboard on Scottish snow this season, or perhaps even get away for a European trip. For the skier or snowboarder in your life, these are 19...
Whether it’s road, trail or gravel cycling, staying warm is the greatest battle for riders in winter. They will also want to be seen, and be able to see, on darker mornings and evenings....
Looking for ideas, inspiration and great stories about the outdoors? Do you like walking, running, skiing and a wealth of activities surrounded by countryside and often off the beaten track? If so, read on....
While there are many benefits to spending time outdoors as a family, it’s not always the easiest thing to do. There are many distractions such as mobile phones and game devices, as well as...
Camelbak will be well known to most outdoor fans for their range of packs for walkers, cyclists and runners. The Camelbak Ultra pro vest is aimed at runners. Features inclue: 3D micro-mesh Two Quick...
There’s nothing better than embarking on a road trip in your campervan. You are completely self-sufficient, travelling to different places and exploring remote locations. Some people do find the journeys long, however, and the...
My guest reviewer Crystal G has been testing the Outdoor Research’s Women’s Helium Down Hoodie day after day after day. Her overall result is that she loves it. She writes: “It is now my...
A stand-up paddle boarder has described Scotland as “beautifully brutal” as he battles some of the toughest weather yet in a round-Britain world record attempt. Jordan Wylie, a star of the hit TV show...
During the summer, NatureScot appealed to the nation for their treasured photos and memories of Scotland’s rivers, coasts, seas, lochs and canals, to feature in a celebratory calendar marking Scotland’s Year of Coasts and...
If you are keen to explore and travel, then a bike is a great form of transport. At cycling speed you get to be immersed in a country and really experience the landscape first-hand....
I was invited by Walks Around Britain to chat with Andrew White about how I coped with the first Covid-19 lockdown in Scotland – and further discussion about the great outdoors and 2020. Have...
If you are looking for idea for Christmas gifts for runners, here is a list of some of my favourite products. Gift ideas for runners Please note: I receive a small commission for the...
Some dogs love outdoor activities much more than others. In fact, there are breeds of dogs that require a lot of outdoors exercise . Many medium to larger dog breeds tend to be more...
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Running in a Gore-tex Active Shell jacket
17 Oct, 2011
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