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6 ways to access the great outdoors

Good health and fitness are vital for a long and happy life and one of […]

‘It is actually very steep’: Corbett Stob a’Choin

I read “very steep slopes” on the Walk Highlands website when describing Stob a’Choin and […]

How to train for rock climbing and bouldering

If you want to be a better rock or boulder climber, there are some important […]

To use hiking poles, or not to use hiking poles? That is the question

One of the most common topics among walkers, especially in the hills and mountains, is […]

7 things learned on the Munros, Ben Vorlich and Stuc a’Chroin

Life’s twists and turns can take you to some unusual places and a recent walk […]

Corbett in the Arrochar Alps: Beinn an Lochan

The end of a busy working week was hugely improved by a Friday afternoon mountain […]

Review: On Running Cloudflyer shoe

On Running are famous for their unique outer sole. The sole is made with “cloud” […]

Review: inov-8 Roclite Pro G 400 Gore-Tex hiking boot

Inov-8 is calling the new Roclite Pro G 400 Gore-Tex hiking boot its “toughest ever […]

Review: Harrier Kinder 10l Ultra Bundle

Some people might think I am odd, but when a box filled with ultra running […]

Epic skiing: A ski pass to multiple resorts in North America

This travel article about skiing in North America was published in the Sunday Post this […]

Bike & hike: Munros Lurg Mhor & Bidein a’Choire Sheasgaich

As I close in on my first Munro round, I found a perfect weather window […]

Fear, tears and joy on my final two Cuillin Munros

I am not a fan of heights and exposed drops. I believe my ability to […]