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New skills and confidence on a mountain bike

I love the idea of mountain biking. And I have enjoyed many trips to Scotland’s […]

Seven things you don’t know about me (if you’re interested)

My good friend and fellow freelance journo and blogger Ellen (see inabundance) has tagged me […]

The Ki to a new you

A recent article of mine published in the Daily Record. It’s about a great new […]

Nordic walking: The fun and fitness benefits

Nordic walking is one of the fastest growing fitness activities in Britain – and it’s […]

Fort William Mountain Festival celebrates 10th anniversary

Next month sees the 10th anniversary of the ever popularĀ Fort William Mountain Festival. Taking place […]

Kit review: North Face women’s fleece

Yesterday I was forced to put my North Face 100 Khyber fleece in the wash. […]

Kit review: Hoo Ha Ride Glide

Super Bendy Laney… you know who you are! … this is the kit review you’ve […]

Got that lead-arms feeling at swimming last night

So I’ve had a few weeks away from the swimming pool over the Christmas period. […]

Now I’m jealous of the G-Force’s Xmas pressies!

Should I be ashamed of my fitness kit envy – or simply embrace it and […]

Kit review: Ronhill Women’s running wear

It could have been that meeting at 9.30am instead of the usual 6.45am meant that […]

A commuter cyclist and his revealing blog

Magnatom and I have been cyber cycling pals ever since I wrote an article about […]

Fab skiing/boarding in Italy

I love Scotland. I like my home and I relish the opportunity to get out […]