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Runner Pawel Cymbalista sets FKT for East Highland Way

Ultra runner Pawel Cymbalista has set his fourth Fastest Known Time (FKT) on Scotland’s long-distance […]

Review: Berghaus Cuillin Insulated Hoody

I have been testing the new Berghaus Cuillin Insulated Hoody, which the company has described […]

The Helix, Falkirk: A great day out

I recently enjoyed a visit to The Helix, a 350-hectare green space between Falkirk and […]

The Helix and cycling the HArTT route

I enjoyed a day of cycling the HArTT (Helix Around Town Tour) route of 26km […]

What to take with you for backpacking

Backpacking is a fun way to switch off and reconnect with nature. There are many […]

How to choose the right trail running shoes

If you are new to trail running, or keen to move from paths to hills […]

What to wear for open water swimming in winter

I like to swim outdoors year-round. In the summer, I wear only a swimming costume […]

Review: Berghaus Remote Hike 35 rucksack for walkers

I have been testing the Berghaus Remote Hike 35 rucksack, which was sent to me […]

Top adventure books – inspiration for outdoors fun

I have chosen some of my favourite books from the Vertebrate Publishing Adventure Books collection. […]

Kayak and hike: Slioch, Kinlochewe

Just like the much photographed Glencoe mountain Buachaille Etive Mor, so the mountain of Slioch […]

How to look after your garden during Autumn

Even though late autumn is the season of saying goodbye to vivid garden blooms, there […]

A year on: David revisits the mountain accident scene

On the first anniversary of my friend David’s devastating fall in the Strathfarrar mountains, we […]