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What outdoor adventurers can learn from professional sports training

Whether you’re hiking through the Scottish Highlands, cycling long-distance routes, or preparing for your first […]

How to recharge on a rest day during a multi-day hiking adventure

Multi-day hiking trips offer incredible experiences, but after several days of walking, your body will […]

Top family cruises for outdoor-loving kids

Family holidays are about creating unforgettable memories together. One great way to do this in […]

Corbett bagging: Garbh Bheinn on the Ardgour Peninsula

After a hot day on the nearby Corbett Sgùrr Dhomhnuill, Ben and I chose a […]

Biggest outdoor participant sporting events in the UK

The United Kingdom is home to a vibrant sporting culture, with countless opportunities for amateurs […]

Corbett bagging: Sgùrr Dhomhnuill on the Ardgour peninsula

As I head towards my final 50 Corbetts, I am inevitably needing to travel greater […]

Glenshee 9 Munros – run or hike

The Glenshee area of Scotland is popular with Munro baggers and for good reason. There […]

6 safe and scenic walking trails in Scotland for solo female travellers

When thinking about exploring in the great outdoors in the UK, Scotland is a great […]

Run-hike of Cairn Toul, Sgor an Lochain Uaine and Braeriach from Sugar Bowl car park

This route of 31km with 1900m of ascent starts and finishes at the Sugar Bowl […]

Review: Rab Stratosphere 5.5 sleeping mat

This is my independent review of the Stratosphere 5.5 sleeping mat. I like a camping mat […]

Review: Sea to Summit Ether Light XR inflatable sleeping mat

I have been testing the Sea to Summit Ether Light XR sleeping mat. There is […]

The best gear for female outdoor sports enthusiasts

For women who embrace the challenges and rewards of outdoor sports, having reliable, well-fitting gear […]