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Why I’ve been choosing bike rides more often than walks

Helen Morris has written about why she is now cycling more than walking. A small […]

Bike and hike: Corbett Beinn Bhreac and Munro Beinn Dearg, via Glen Bruar

The remote Corbett Beinn Bhreac had been on my bagging short-list for a while but […]

How much does it cost to complete a cycle tour in Scotland?

How much does it really cost to ride a loaded bike for multiple days in […]

New Alyth Gravel Network launched in Perthshire, Scotland

New gravel cycling routes have been launched at Alyth, in the region of Perth & […]

Free on-line mountain safety course – Sofa 2 Summit

Mountaineering Scotland is urging people to “get mountain ready” this summer by relaunching a free […]

Book review: Gravel Rides Edinburgh, Fife & the Lothians

Gravel Rides Edinburgh, Fife & the Lothians showcases author Markus Stitz’s 15 best gravel bike rides […]

Fiona bagging: Beinn nan Eun bike and hike

Situated deep in Glen Glass in Easter Ross, Beinn nan Eun is a rounded mountain […]

Review: Garmin Enduro 3 sports watch 

I have been testing the Garmin Enduro 3 watch extensively over the past year. I […]

Review: Gravel Rides Northumberland guidebook

I’ve been reviewing a new guidebook dedicated to gravel cycling in Northumberland, in the north-east of England. Gravel […]

Review: Cycling Climbs of Scotland: A road cyclist’s guide (second edition)

The new edition of Cycling Climbs of Scotland: A road cyclist’s guide has been refreshed […]

How to plan a bike trip to Italy

If you’re a cycling addict, always daydreaming about the next ride, Italy could be your […]

How to keep your legs fresh on long runs, hikes and rides

If you have ever shuffled the last few kilometres of a marathon, felt your calves […]