Journey of hiking and photography
Looking for a beautifully sheltered location, remote but with no issues getting parked, paths all the way and somewhere with a bit of elevation for tonnes of fresh air. The check out Loch Skeen! … Continue readingGrey Mare’s Tail and Loch Skeen – wild swimming
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?
How squeeze in hiking, wild swimming, afternoon tea without having to get up at the crack of dawn – and at the same time be remote enough to see almost no one. … Continue readingSwim, Hike – Cake and Tea!
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?
Review of the Buffalo systems jacket – The Special 6 shirt. Recommended to wear on its own – no layers! Does this work, even with strong freezing winds? … Continue readingBuffalo – The Special 6 Shirt
Buffalo hood – is it just me that thinks it’s a bit odd to buy a jacket without a hood? Well read what I made of this standalone product. (I did use it with the Buffalo 6 Shirt) … Continue readingBuffalo – The Hood
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
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