Journey of hiking and photography
Second part of completing the two munros on either side of Aonach Eagach ridge, without actually doing the ridge. This covers the hike up Sgor Nam Fiannaidh and back down again. … Continue readingSgòrr nam Fiannaidh – The 2nd half – avoiding the ridge!
Aonach Eagach. Do you walk the ridge or avoid it? The ridge isn’t for everyone, how can you complete the munros without completing the ridge? … Continue readingAonach Eagach – Ridge or not to ridge?
With almost 30Km of ‘smooth’ track, two very remote munro summits.
Taking tent isn’t always want you want, and if you do want to get back within a day then a bike is the ideal optio … Continue readingWithout a bike this hike requires a tent!
Munro baggers, looking for a different route. Get 5 done in a day, plus some cycling to speed up the end of the walk. Well this is a cracking route to add 5 more to your list. … Continue readingCreag Meagaidh circuit + 1 or 2?
Beinn a’ Chochuill, a short and simple hill for any day, particularly a short winter day. The views from it’s summit are remarkable considering the ease of access. … Continue readingBeinn a’ Chochuill – the ideal winter walk?
Gloves – the one thing I’ve never found an ideal pair off for hiking. Will the Buffalo gloves hit the mark? … Continue readingBuffalo – The Gloves
Short dark winter days – what hills are doable? Meall nan Tarmachan is. It’s a very short hike and you could do the ridge walk if you started early enough and don’t have snow issues in the car park! Note to self – average car can’t handle any form of snow, especially if it’s already compressed. … Continue readingMeall nan Tarmachan – careful in the car park!
A list and explanation as to what I take with me on a summer hike during the summer months in Scotland. Some are required, some optional. … Continue readingWhat’s in my bag – summer version
Plans, prep, wild camping, a super remote location, 3 summits, what’s not to like? Sometimes your plans don’t work out. … Continue readingSometimes it just doesn’t happen
When to turn back on a munro. Is it really that dangerous? I’ve done it twice. Learn from my mistakes, gain experience and save yourself. … Continue readingWhen to turn back?