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18 things I learned while reporting on the Cape Wrath Ultra 2018

For nine days I followed the Cape Wrath Ultra runners from Fort William to Cape […]

Cape Wrath Ultra winner Carol Morgan: It was a great holiday

Some people choose to lie on a beach in Spain while others might book a […]

Polar explorer Ben Sanders talks about endurance, kit and ‘fattening up’

Ben Saunders is one of the world’s leading polar explorers and a record-breaking long-distance skier […]

Sleeping under the stars – and a guide to stargazing

Few things are as jaw-dropping as the majesty of the night skies, especially an inverted […]

Cycling Posters Through Time

From their most rudimentary origins in the 1800s, bicycles have seen huge changes through the […]

Cal’s Paddle Against Plastic

Cal Major is hoping to become the first person to stand-up paddleboard (SUP) from Land’s […]

70th anniversary of i-Spy books

Who remembers long car journeys or walks accompanied by i-SPY books? These wonderful wee books […]

Have you tried?: Nordic walking

Nordic walking is a style of walking that uses poles to enhance movement. It’s a […]

How to personalise your outdoor accessories

There are many reasons why you might want to personalise your outdoor kit or accessories. […]

I am now 50 – and I need a big goal…

Turning 50 feels like a defining moment. I look back at important age milestones – […]

Review: Olight HS2 head torch

The Olight HS2 is aimed at people who want a lightweight headtorch or headlamp but […]

Top Things To Look For When Buying a Hiking Backpack

The right backpack can make the difference between a great adventure and a trip filled […]