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Reviews of kit and gear including fitness, running, walking, outdoors, camping, cycling

Garmin GPS discount deal for my blog readers

When a company or person uses the same surname as mine I like to find […]

Kit review: Keen Hoodoo Mid boots

We had tons of snow here in Scotland. Then came the big thaw. But just […]

Kit review: New multi scarf Ruffnek

Buffs, ruffs, neckies, multi-scarf, hat/scarf thingies. Call them what you will. The simple yet versatile […]

Kit review: Nikwax Tech Wash and TX Direct Wash

I was experiencing a little leakage, caused by a fair amount of saturation. Neither were […]

If it wasn’t for my Skins… where would I be?

I’ve loved Skins since the day I got my first pair of leggings. Skins is […]

The fine art of running in the snow

This week I have enjoyed running. I normally “quite like” running if my head is […]

Kit review: ‘Keen’ to take you off-road

Anyone who has seen my Keen Targhee II off-road shoes either immediately loves them – […]

Why wearing a bike helmet makes sense to me

The other day I was a mile or so into my hour’s bike ride when […]

Kit review: Berghaus Women’s Paclite 2 jacket

I can remember my first walking jacket. It was dark green, in a size: Men’s […]

My outdoor clothing guide to surviving the winter

I get cold. Really cold. My hands turn white and go numb. (Raynaud’s Syndrome adds […]

Growing fanbase for Glasgow’s newest specialist running shop

They say that successful businesses are usually run by people with a passion for their […]

New series: Cycling jerseys I love

Until I bought my first proper cycling jersey I had never really understood the “whys” […]