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New Scottish cycling event

I’m loving the look of this new Loch to Loch ride. It’s the brainchild of […]

Hallelujah! Running tights that don’t fall down

If you run (or walk) in Lycra tights, you’ll know that they usually fall down. […]

Guest blog: Kat’s Kili challenge for charity

Katrina Tweedie is a friend, a fellow journalist and a mum of three young boys. […]

Big thanks to comic Lee Evans and his Sports Direct sketch

I’m a big fan of sports shops. But if I’m honest, I’m a sports shop […]

Things I have learned about walking this weekend

In the last three days I have enjoyed two great winter walks. On New Year’s […]

The best ice grips for walking and running

Ok, so maybe I’m not normal but I love the snow, especially when Running Every […]

Top tips for running on ice (from YakTrax)

Facebook discussion came alive this morning after a tri club pal posted a message about […]

EzyShoes ice grips to the rescue!

An hysterical phone call from daughter and her friend this morning sounded more like a […]

The rise and rise of Cani-Cross

It started with a suggestion from a friend a couple of years back saying that […]

Climbing: The progression to obsession

I have blogged about the G-Force and his new climbing obsession. While he has always […]

Book review: Skye, The Cuillin climbing book

This book review will be greatly welcomed by a host of outdoorsy types – especially […]

Kit review: Keen Gypsum walking boots

What is the rain good for? Mud. And what are both rain and mud good […]