Review: SAxx Kinetic Pants
My guest kit reviewer Seth G has been testing SAxx Kinetic pants. The pants are meant for sporty men and boast an amazing number of features. Here are his thoughts. On test: SAxx Kinetic...
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Five great reasons to visit Russia – and what to see
Russia is the world’s largest country by landmass. It is becoming increasingly popular as a place to visit and people who have been describe it as one of the most captivating countries to tour....
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3 Glen Dessary Munros from Loch Arkaig
With one day away from my desk during a busy work period, I decided to make good use of my time with a trio of Munros. The target was the three summits in Glen...
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Fife Pilgrim Way: A new long-distance walk for Scotland
A new Scottish long-distance walking route, the Fife Pilgrim Way, opened this month. I took the opportunity to be one of the first people to complete the route. This article offers an overview of...
What is Fiona Outdoors?
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....
Fife Pilgrim Way in two halves: Culross to Glenrothes
This article gives an overview of the route from Culross to Glenrothes, which is a total distance of 28.5 miles (45.8km). This can be walked over two or three days, depending on your fitness...
Fife Pilgrim Way in two halves: Glenrothes to St Andrews
This article gives an overview of the route from Glenrothes to St Andrews, which is a total distance of 26.5 miles (42.6km). This can be walked over two or three days. Also read Fife...
14 reasons – and more – to stay at Lagganlia, Cairngorms
Lagganlia at Feshiebridge, near Kincraig, is an activity and accommodation centre located in the Cairngorms. It offers a range of places to stay and plenty of things to do on-site, and close by. A...
5 great road cycling routes from Aviemore
These five road cycling routes leave from the popular outdoors town of Aviemore, located in the Cairngorms National Park. Kincraig Loop Suitable for: Beginners and anyone else looking for a short, sweet ride. Start/finish:...
Packrafting, walking and summit camping on Suilven, Assynt
I made the most of a summer solstice weekend of good weather with a four-day trip to the Assynt area near Ullapool, Sutherland. I walked a Corbett on the Friday, camped on Suilven Saturday...
6 things they don’t tell you about a ski holiday
Ski holidays are great fun. They are a brilliant way to do something different as a family – you can all learn a new skill together that keeps you fit and takes you to...
5 great walks while staying at Lagganlia in the Cairngorms
A short break at Lagganlia, in Feshiebridge, near Kincraig in the Cairngorms offered the opportunity to explore the area on foot. I have visited the Cairngorms numerous times and again I was delighted by...
50sense author launches #KnowYourMenopause campaign
Elizabeth Ellis, a former colleague and a friend of many years, has launched a brilliant campaign, #KnowYourMenopause. Elizabeth, who writes the 50sense (for women not afraid of getting older) blog, was struck by the...
A very memorable day on Buachaille Etive Mor, Glencoe
It was more than an ordinary walk of the iconic mountain, Buachaille Etive Mor, on Sunday. It was an extraordinary walk that included many memories – both sad and uplifting – as well as...
3 great career choices for active people
If you just can’t sit still and you are always looking for the next challenge or adventure, working the regular 9 to 5 will be difficult for you. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be...
