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Book review: Running Through the Dark by Jen Scotney

I spent the festive season reading Jen Scotney’s book, Running Through the Dark: The Rise […]

Take it easy: Making the most out of your leisure time and banishing stress from your life  

It’s important to have time to relax during our busy and hectic lives and this […]

Nicky Spinks sets first female FKT for Ring of Fire round

Ultra runner Nicky Spinks has become the first female to set a fastest known time […]

Pula: The perfect starting point for a sailing adventure in Istria

Located in the south of the Istrian Peninsula, Pula is an ideal starting point for […]

Adding a unique feel to your travel adventures: 4 options to consider

Travel provides some of the most magical memories in our lives. Unfortunately, for most of […]

Review: Haglofs women’s Spitz Down Hood jacket

I have been testing Haglofs women’s Spitz Down Hood jacket. It is a mid-weight insulated […]

Kayak Shieldaig to Lower Diabaig return, Wester Ross, Scotland

Launching our kayaks from a jetty at the southern end of the fishing village of […]

Classic walk: Three Corbetts of the Quinag

For years, I admired the iconic outline of the spectacular mountains of Quinag from afar, […]

Review: Mammut Crag IN jacket 

Mammut’s new range of Crag IN jackets includes a hooded version, a non-hooded jacket and a […]

BAM Bamboo clothing review: 3 tops, pants and bralette

I am already a fan of BAM sports clothing. I like the soft feel of […]

Beyond Marina Bay: Singapore’s hidden spots and local hangouts

Sure, Marina Bay Sands is impressive, but how about you ditch the tourist traps and […]

Wild swimming Finisterre wetsuits and robe

I have been testing two Finisterre Women’s Nieuwland 2mm Yulex wetsuits – the Women’s Nieuwland […]