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Scottish ultra running races in 2023

A list of the ultra running races taking place in Scotland in 2023. I will […]

Damian Hall wins Montane Winter Spine Race 2023

British ultra runner Damian Hall has triumphed in the notoriously tough Montane Winter Spine Race […]

Review: Montane Women’s Trailblazer 24L Backpack

I have been testing the Montane Women’s Trailblazer 24L Backpack, which is described as “close-fitting, […]

Review: Montane Women’s Azote 24L Backpack

I have been testing the Montane Women’s Azote 24l pack, which is described as a […]

10 great reasons to enter Blair Castle Trail Weekender 2023

The popular Blair Castle Trail Weekender returns in 2023 for the third time and takes place from June […]

Review: inov-8 Trailfly Ultra G 280 shoe

I was sent a pair of the inov-8 Trailfly Ultra G 280 women’s shoes to […]

Book review: We Can’t Run Away From this

Ultra runner Damian Hall has written the book We Can’t Run Away From This, which […]

How to prepare for a winter run in the woods

A winter run might be chilly but it’s said to be beneficial in a number […]

Runner Pawel Cymbalista sets FKT for East Highland Way

Ultra runner Pawel Cymbalista has set his fourth Fastest Known Time (FKT) on Scotland’s long-distance […]

How to choose the right trail running shoes

If you are new to trail running, or keen to move from paths to hills […]

Top adventure books – inspiration for outdoors fun

I have chosen some of my favourite books from the Vertebrate Publishing Adventure Books collection. […]

How often should I replace my running shoes?

There are runners who wear their running footwear until it is full of holes and […]