Review: Arc’teryx women’s Cita SL jacket
I have been testing the Arc’teryx women’s Cita SL jacket for trail running. There is a hooded and non-hooded version. I have the non-hooded jacket. The Cita is a minimalist shell designed for running...
Category: Activity
Articles written by Fiona Russell about a range of adventure events
Nicky Spinks: 3rd female in Tor des Geants
Runner Nicky Spinks has added a third place in the very challenging endurance race, the Tor des Geants, to her already impressive list of achievements. The inov-8 ambassador was third female in the 330km...
Want to improve your run? Start with your shoes
Running is a great activity for health and fitness but it is also considered to be high impact. Although natural, running can place strain on joints and muscles. That is why it is a...
Yearsley family’s Salomon Skyline Scotland challenge for friend Malcolm Bass
The Yearsley family, mum and dad Simon and Sarah and their grown-up kids Eleanor and Edward, took part in the Salomon Skyline Scotland trail races to raise money for a dear friend, Malcolm Bass...
Review: inov-8 Mont Blanc limited edition Trailfly Ultra G 300 Max shoe
They look like the inov-8 Trailfly Ultra G 300 Max shoe execept they are not bright green. Thankfully they also behave just like the inov-8 Trailfly Ultra G 300 Max shoe, which I have...
A guide to cycling the Tour de France?
We have all seen the cyclists taking part in the Tour de France – but have you ever wondered just how demanding it is and exactly what is involved? The competitors that take part...
Review: On Cloudaway hybrid adventure shoe
Swiss brand On has launched a new shoe, the Cloudaway, which is aimed at “travellers”. They can be worn on the trails or urban streets. On states: “The Cloudaway fuses traditional footwear techniques with...
Review: WUKA Perform Seamless period pants
Period pants are increasingly popular and offer a more sustainable and, therefore, climate friendly alternative to using other sanitary products. On test are WUKA Perform Seamless period pants that are aimed at women when...
Top 5 most important open water swimming items
Open water Swimming has been getting a lot of attention lately and it is certainly growing in popularity year on year. There are a number of reasons for the increase in popularity, including desire...
Review: Camelbak Women’s Shasta™ 30 Hydration Pack
One of my guest reviewers, Crystal G, has been testing the Camelbak Women’s Shasta™ 30 Hydration Pack. She writes: Our family loves hiking. We love the mountains. We love forests. We love exploring. But...
