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Review: TrekMates Thaw DRY Mittens

I was sent a pair of TrackMates’ new Thaw DRY mittens to test. I have […]

Fiona bagging: Creag Dhubh (Glen Spean)

After a long hike on the Ardgour peninsula on Saturday, I plumped for a shorter, […]

A to B: Traverse of Sgurr a’ Chaorainn and Beinn na h-Uamha, Ardgour

The Ardgour peninsula in west Scotland is a favourite destination and on this occasion I […]

Book review: Skye Munros: The walker’s guide to bagging the Cuillin summits

Cicerone has published a new walking guidebook to some of the UK’s most revered mountains, […]

Review: Berghaus Women’s Summit Seeker Gore-Tex Jacket

The Berghaus Summit Seeker GTX jacket is made with new Gore-Tex ePe fabric. This is […]

Waterproof fabrics: Hydrostatic Head (HH) and breathability (RET) explained

Waterproof fabrics, such as those used for waterproof hiking and running jackets, as well as […]

Moving to Glasgow as a student: Outdoor living, fitness spots and smart accommodation choices 

Glasgow has much to offer, from outdoor living to fitness spots and the best accommodation […]

Walking off the January Monday Blues: Beinn Tharsuinn, near Alness

Apparently the third Monday in January is considered the most depressing day of the year. […]

Double above-knee amputee is first to climb highest peaks on all seven continents

Hari Budha Magar, MBE, dared to dream of reaching the summit of the highest peaks […]

Should I worry about the coastal sea air on my hiking kit?

Coastal air has a reputation for feeling “fresh,” yet it can also behave like a […]

How Scotland’s shoulder seasons shape multi-day walking route planning

Spring and autumn are often seen as quieter times in Scotland’s walking calendar. Neither season […]

Ski tour: Beinn Dhorain, Sutherland

I do not usually enjoy a long walk along a tarmac road to reach the […]