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Rise and rise of women outdoors in Scotland

On trails, in the hills and atop mountain summits, there is ever-growing evidence of the […]

Munros classic: Seven Ben Lawers Munros A-to-B route

I completed a superb A-to-B route of seven Munros in the Ben Lawers range in […]

Bike-run to two Corbetts: Beinn Dearg Mòr and Beinn Dearg Bheag

Remote but superbly positioned across Loch na Sealga from the magnificent ridge of An Teallach, […]

How AI is transforming trail running and fitness tech

Trail running has seen a surge in popularity, as more people seek adventure, fresh air […]

Pawel Cymbalista sets new FKT on The Skye Trail

Pawel Cymbalista is well known for his quest to set Fastest Known Times (FKTs) for […]

The importance of heat therapy in physical health

Heat therapy is claimed to be a powerful tool for improving physical health. From easing […]

Run-hike of four Strathfarrar Munros and two Munro Tops – clockwise

I have completed a circuit of the Strathfarrar Munros in the Scottish Highlands several times. […]

Natalie Taylor and Sean Merryweather set new records at Chester Ultra 100

Sean Merryweather and Natalie Taylor ran to victory in the GB Ultra Chester Ultra 100 […]

Munros Sgurr Choinnich, Sgurr a’ Chaorachain, Maoile Lunndaidh, plus two Munro Tops

My previous adventure to bag the three Munros Sgurr a’ Chaorachain, Sgurr Choinnich and Maoile […]

Quinn Young, 12, is youngest to complete two Munro rounds

Sitting on the formidable and airy Bolster Stone atop the Inaccessible Pinnacle on Skye’s Cuillin […]

Review: Komperdell Carbon FXP Trail Running Poles

I have been testing the new Komperdell Carbon FXP Trail Running Poles. I have the […]

Corbett bagging: Corbett Buidhe Bheinn from Glen Shiel

There are a few options for reaching the summit of the Corbett Buidhe Bheinn. Many […]