5 of the best cycling destinations in Europe
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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Tips to avoid being a February health and fitness quitter
February is the month when many people give up on their New year’s resolutions to become fitter and healthier. This article suggests a range of tips to stay on track… Four out of 10...
Top reasons to visit the Highlands of Scotland
Living in Glasgow, the Scottish Highlands are almost on my doorstep and I visit this area frequently, especially to hike. Whatever the season, the views of mountains, hills, lochs, glens and coast are often...
Sports stars line up at Scottish outdoors event in Glasgow
A popular feature of the Scottish Cycling, Running and Outdoor Pursuits Show is the theatre where many stars of the outdoors and sports worlds are interviewed or give a guest presentation. See information about event, nicknamed...
10 of the best train journeys in Europe
There is something very exciting about taking a train journey through a country or a new region. Sitting back in a comfortable train seat and watching the world slip by is a wonderful experience....
Review: Osprey Raven bike pack
I have been testing the Osprey Raven bike pack while mountain biking trails. The Osprey Raven pack is suited to women, while the Osprey Raptor pack is sized for men. The packs come in...
6 ways to stay clean while travelling
Staying clean is not always easy while travelling. You might be in a rural area or a tropical region where fresh water and washing facilities are rare. If you are bike packing or back...
Erica’s bid to break ultra running world record on 400m track
A runner from Orkney has set herself a mind-boggling world record bid. Erica Clarkson will attempt to run an ultra-marathon distance on a running track for the most number of consecutive days. The 48-year-old...
When is a mountain summit cairn not a summit marker?
This weekend I was delighted to tick off two new Corbetts, Geal-charn Mor and The Fara in the Cairngorms. But then I discovered I will have to revisit The Fara. Here is the stor....
One weekend, two Corbetts
This weekend, I hiked to the summit of two Corbetts in the Cairngorms. At least I thought I did… First, though, an account of the weekend of Corbett bagging. Why the Corbetts? Corbetts have...
