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Review: Aquapac waterproof bike pannier

The Aquapac waterproof bike pannier is sold as a single item or a pair. Each […]

Book review: Strength and Conditioning for Cyclists

My friend and triathlon coach Vicky begg has been reviewing the book, Strength and Conditioning […]

Scotland’s first dementia-friendly woodland

A woodland in the Highlands has become Scotland’s first to be designated “dementia friendly”. Evanton […]

Try sailing events in Scotland: May 2019

The Royal Yachting Association’s Push the Boat Out (PTBO) campaign returns next month. More than […]

Review: Ski touring Salomon X ALP 30 pack

I tested the Salomon X ALP 30 pack during a 12-day ski touring trip to […]

How to get the kids interested in outdoor activities

Spring has arrived and many people will be looking forward to outdoor activities during the […]

Trio get set for charity trig challenge

Three women are taking on an extraordinary running challenge to raise awareness and funds for […]

Nicky Spinks: The extreme challenge of the Barkley Marathons

There were no finishers at the Barkley Marathons 2019. One of the UK’s toughest runners, […]

Ischgl: History, skiing and wonderful views on the Smugglers’ Circuits

The Austrian ski resort of Ischgl has created three skiing circuits, the Gold, Silver and […]

Spring skiing in Scotland: Why, how and where?

In recent years, I’ve come to look forward to spring skiing in Scotland. While there […]

Support Ken’s charity bike ride: Between a Rock and a Hard Place

It is less than five weeks until 68-year-old Scottish cyclist Ken MacEwen starts his 30-day […]

Nitrate fuelled: How to train like a marathon champion

It’s claimed that dietary nitrate could be the secret tool to achieving your best marathon […]