Skiing touring in Scotland can be amazing (in all kinds of ways!). I’ve been learning to love the tough conditions, as well as the beautiful moments. My latest experience came as part of the...
If you have Australia on your travel bucket list the chances are there will be a trip to Sydney listed right underneath. This makes sense because it’s the country’s largest city and features many...
G and I enjoyed a journey by skis in the Cairngorms with Blair Aitken of British Backcountry. We learned much more than we expected… No snow, no go? Earlier this winter, we booked a...
Not everyone subscribes to the bucket list concept, nor do you have to, but it’s one way to create a travel plan that’s truly inspirational. The bucket list travel list should be all about...
Scotland is the place for adventure and self-discovery and while I am always happy to get outdoors with whoever happens to be free, I do love an outing with my female friends. Whether walking,...
The Cairngorms are calling is a new mountain biking video by Chris McClean. Filmed in November 2018, the short video was created to support the partners of the Developing Mountain Biking in Scotland Conference...
Kathryn Barnes, 36, was inspired to follow in the footsteps of Cheryl Strayed, who wrote the book, Wild. Without camping or long-distance walking experience, Kathryn set out with her partner Conrad, to walk 935 miles...
I met the manager of Loch Ossian Youth Hostel on a recent trip to run around the loch. Jan Robinson talked warmly about her life and work in such a remote location. Here is...
Many people now choose to create their own holidays, booking flights and accommodation themselves, rather than via package company. It can be a good idea to book your own accommodation especially if you are...
If you are thinking about a long-distance cycling tour in Europe, where should you go? Cyclist Bryan Davis has chosen some of his favourites. Long-distance cycling is not just a sport or a way...
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I recommend: Ben’s bike repair service in Glasgow
19 Sep, 2012
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Mountain biking / Road cycling
Helmet law leads to drop in bike-related injuries
23 Jun, 2011
Activity / Cycling / Cycling / Kit Reviews / Mountain biking / Road cycling
13 Jan, 2011
Activity / Kit Reviews / Munro Bagging / Road cycling / Walking
My outdoor clothing guide to surviving the winter
28 Oct, 2010
Activity / Kit Reviews / Munro Bagging / Running / Running / Travel / Walking
Running in a Gore-tex Active Shell jacket
17 Oct, 2011
Activity / Cycle Routes / Cycling / Cycling / Kit Reviews / Mountain biking / Road cycling
Why wearing a bike helmet makes sense to me
16 Nov, 2010
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I specialise in writing about the great outdoors and adventure. I am a widely published journalist and also a multi award-winning blogger.
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