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How to choose the right trail running shoes

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

Top adventure books – inspiration for outdoors fun

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

How often should I replace my running shoes?

There are runners who wear their running footwear until it is full of holes and […]

Review: Montane Trailblazer LT 20L pack

I have been testing the Montane Trailblazer LT 20L Backpack when running and walking. Montane […]

Review: Montane Women’s Spirit Waterproof Jacket

This is an independent and honest review of the Montane Women’s Spirit Waterproof Jacket. I […]

Review: Where There’s a Hill by Sabrina Verjee

Successful ultra runner Sabrina Verjee has penned a book about her journey from school days […]

Cioch Mhor hill race

Now a member of the Highland Hill Runners, it’s been great to discover lots of […]

Why I will never forget the Two Breweries Hill Race

When I signed up for the Two Breweries Hill Race in the Scottish Borders, I […]

Sabrina Verjee wins Tor des Géants 2022 in record time

British ultra runner Sabrina Verjee has described her record-breaking win at the Tor Des Géants […]

Run day and night at the new Tweed Valley Trail Run

A new trail running event in southern Scotland launches next month. As well as three […]

Review: Avoalre Running Socks

I have been testing Avoalre Running Socks. These are unisex cushioned sports socks. Features include: […]

Swimmer’s FKT on The Mighty 3 in English Lake District

Scottish endurance swimmer Caroline Connor has set a new Fastest Known Time on what is […]