Ben-Nevising: Climbing the UK’s highest mountain virtually
Have you heard of Everesting? It is climbing the height of Everest by bike or on foot on the same hill, but locally. Ben-Nevising is similar, but you aim to reach the height of...
Author: Fiona
Join on-line talk: Cycling through the menopause
Find out more about peri-menopause and menopause from sporty women. I have been invited to lead a Scottish Cycling talk on-line about “cycling through the menopause”. It will include information, support and advice for...
World Book Day 2021: Scotland inspired great reads and destinations
There’s something special about getting lost in a book to escape to different worlds, stories and destinations. This World Book Day, March 4, 2021, when it’s not possible to explore Scotland, readers can curl up with a book about Scotland...
Fund-raising campaign: Move Mountains for Malcolm
Six months ago I heard the devastating news that top climber Malcolm Bass had suffered a stroke. I know Malcolm through my friend Simon Yearsley. Hubby G has climbed with Simon and knows Malcolm,...
Callie’s wee climb for charity in memory of hill-walking grandpa
A 15-month-old girl is climbing steps every day in March in memory of her Munro bagging grandpa. Callie Murphy, of Battlefield, Glasgow, is taking on the charity challenge to raise funds for Braemar Mountain...
Shane Ohly sets solo, unsupported winter Bob Graham Round record
Shane Ohly has become only the second known person to complete a solo, unsupported winter Bob Graham Round. He also set a new fastest time of 23 hours and 26 minutes during his December...
Review: Aftershokz OpenMove sports headphones
The Aftershokz OpenMove headphones utilise bluetooth (wireless) and bone-conduction (so they are not in-ear). This means they can be used while running, cycling or walking. You can can safely hear other road users, as...
Running new routes: Lennox Forest, Lennoxtown
Having moved to Lenzie in East Dunbartonshire (some 10 miles from where we used to stay), I have been exploring new local trails. Lennox Forest is nearby and while I have run and mountain...
What are the best times to visit Kolkata?
A lot of people not just from within the country but also outside India arrive at Kolkata each year to explore the rich heritage and culture of the city. There really is so much...
How much money can I make as a yoga instructor?
There are so many yoga instructors that are extremely talented but are still burning themselves out trying to make a living. What industry has experts that work 60 hours per week and still are...
