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Review: Flanci skapri (aka the winter skort)

It appears that I have been the inspiration for a new item of running clothing […]

Recognising common health issues in active and adventurous dogs

We all want to do the best we can for our dogs when it comes […]

Nepali climbers the first to summit K2 in winter

Yesterday, at 5pm local time, a team of Napali climbers made history when they became […]

CBD cream and other tips to manage sore muscles

Whether you enjoy running, cycling or participating in more extreme sports, your muscles are bound […]

Review: Hoka One One Torrent 2 for trail running

The Hoka One One Torrent 2 is billed as “a nimbler trail racer”. Further details […]

Campsies ski tour 2: Meikle Bin

This is a report of my second half-day ski tour in the Campsie Fells. This […]

Chris Howard’s 11,000-mile walk of self-discovery around Britain

A builder and dad of three from England is 4000 miles into an estimated 11-000-mile […]

Where is the best place to buy property in Turkey?

If you are thinking of buying a property in Turkey, you will be spoilt for […]

5 of the best long-distance trails in Scotland

Scotland has long been acclaimed as a top destination for walkers and many come to […]

More people want to forage for wild food, reveals survey

A new survey has discovered that the UK is a nation of people keen to […]

11 great reasons to sign up to Blair Castle Trail Weekender

A new Scottish trail and ultra running event has been launched for summer 2021 with […]

Review: CimAlp carbon poles for walking and trekking

I have been testing the CimAlp fully carbon poles for walking in the hills and […]