A glorious autumnal walk: Glen Tilt and Beinn Mheadhonach
Hilariously, it took my friend Ben and I three attempts to get going on the route through Glen Tilt to the Corbett, Beinn Mheadhonach, in Perthshire. The first time, we set off along the...
Category: Activity
Articles written by Fiona Russell about a range of adventure events
A runner’s high: What is it and how it affect our relationship with running?
If you are a runner the chances are you have felt a “runner’s high”. But what is it and how does it provide you a deeper understanding of your relationship with running? A state...
Essential things to know before trying an archery range for fun
Archery is a great sport and one that has a rich history in both competition and combat. These days, many people enjoy archery as a fun activity. Here are a few things to learn...
A Graham, a Donald and a Donald Top in the Ochil hills
The Munros are arguably the best known summits in Scotland and provide the focus for many walkers who enjoy a “bagging” list. Yet, there are other summit collections that are also attractive, including the...
Have you tried: BMX track riding?
A Tomboy a heart, I have always wanted to try BMX riding. Somehow, I missed the opportunity when I was a child and, at the age of 51, I thought I was probably too...
Review: Petzl Tikkid headtorch for children
One of my kit reviewers, Seth Grotzke, has written a review for the Petzl Tikkid headtorch. His six-year-old daughter did the testing. Features include: Brightness: 20 lumens Weight: 80g Beam pattern: Flood Energy: Three...
Review: Osprey Duro 6l running pack
One of my kit reviewers, Seth Grotzke, has been testing the Osprey Duro 6l rucksack. The pack is part of the brand’s trail running collection. Features include: Soft, breathable mesh for back and straps...
Ladies impress at Salomon Skyline Scotland 2019
No disrespect to the men at Salomon Skyline Scotland this weekend as many were awesome… but what most impressed me was the ladies. In all but one of the seven races there was a...
What Are CBD Edibles?
CBD related products are popping up everywhere at the moment. It seems as if the methods you can get your CBD are multiplying by the day. CBD products now come in all shapes and...
Downhill running race returns to Austrian ski slope
Runners will be launching themselves down near-vertical gradients in a race on one of the world’s most notorious ski slopes. Returning for a second year, the inov-8 Descent Race on the Hahnenkamm mountain in...
