A popular feature of the Scottish Cycling, Running and Outdoor Pursuits Show is the theatre where many stars of the outdoors and sports worlds are interviewed or give a guest presentation. See information about event, nicknamed...
There is something very exciting about taking a train journey through a country or a new region. Sitting back in a comfortable train seat and watching the world slip by is a wonderful experience....
I have been testing the Osprey Raven bike pack while mountain biking trails. The Osprey Raven pack is suited to women, while the Osprey Raptor pack is sized for men. The packs come in...
Staying clean is not always easy while travelling. You might be in a rural area or a tropical region where fresh water and washing facilities are rare. If you are bike packing or back...
A runner from Orkney has set herself a mind-boggling world record bid. Erica Clarkson will attempt to run an ultra-marathon distance on a running track for the most number of consecutive days. The 48-year-old...
This weekend I was delighted to tick off two new Corbetts, Geal-charn Mor and The Fara in the Cairngorms. But then I discovered I will have to revisit The Fara. Here is the stor....
This weekend, I hiked to the summit of two Corbetts in the Cairngorms. At least I thought I did… First, though, an account of the weekend of Corbett bagging. Why the Corbetts? Corbetts have...
On September 15, 2018, Anne Butler became the 53rd Full House finisher when she stood on the summit of the 2139ft Graham, Fiarach, in Stirlingshire. Surrounded by 56 people, of which 48 had completed...
Keep an eye out for the latest VisitScotland guides Active in Scotland 2019 and Walk in Scotland 2019 in tourist information offices, as well as other tourism and hospitality locations and businesses. I have...
Whether you’re new to travelling, or you’re someone with lots of experience, staying safe when you’re on your adventures should always be at the forefront of your mind. If staying safe whilst you’re abroad...
Cycling / Events / Outdoors & adventure / Running / Triathlon / Walking
Sports stars line up at Scottish outdoors event in Glasgow
20 Feb, 2019
Cycling / Kit Reviews / Mountain biking / Outdoors & adventure
Review: Osprey Raven bike pack
20 Feb, 2019
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Mountain biking / Road cycling
I recommend: Ben’s bike repair service in Glasgow
19 Sep, 2012
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Mountain biking / Road cycling
Helmet law leads to drop in bike-related injuries
23 Jun, 2011
Activity / Kit Reviews / Munro Bagging / Road cycling / Walking
My outdoor clothing guide to surviving the winter
28 Oct, 2010
Activity / Kit Reviews / Munro Bagging / Running / Running / Travel / Walking
Running in a Gore-tex Active Shell jacket
17 Oct, 2011
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Cycling / Kit Reviews / Mountain biking / Road cycling
Why wearing a bike helmet makes sense to me
16 Nov, 2010
Activity / Cycling / Cycling / Kit Reviews / Mountain biking / Road cycling
13 Jan, 2011
