I’m sure you’re wondering how these Scarpa Kailash Boots came into my life. Actually, I should say how they saved my life. It all began in a pair of borrowed boots (thanks sis) on the Scafell Pike descent. Suddenly, my legs started to moan and toes started to twinge. It’s a good old hike for […]
The Adventure Dictionary: A Non Definitive Guide To Adventure Jargon
Ever come across an adventure term that just had you flummoxed? You and me both friend. Welcome to the Adventure Dictionary where all your adventure jargon needs are lovingly taken care of. Hiking Terminology Munro A Scottish mountain over 914m high so named after the man who first chartered them, Sir Hugh Munro. There are […]
St. Anton | Ski Resort Overview
“St. Anton is a drinking resort with a ski problem…” – Every bar in St. Anton The Slopes St. Anton is part of the Alberg area which is simply massive. There is over 305km of piste for you to enjoy as five of the key Alberg towns: St. Anton, St. Christoph, Stuben, Zurs and Lech […]
The Seven Sisters: Seaford To Eastbourne Hike | Trail #2
Wanting to discover some more one-day hikes near me, and most certainly inspired by the oh so fabulous Bill Bryson, I jumped on a train to Seaford to have a go at The Seven Sisters hike. The Seven Sisters are a group of (7!) chalk cliffs on the Sussex Heritage Coast. Each hill peak has […]
Gift Guide For Outdoor Enthusiasts
Well, Christmas is just around the corner so I’ve compiled an adventure lovers gift guide to set you on the right path, or at the very least give you some inspiration, for finding that perfect gift. Whether it’s gifts for hikers, gifts for snowboarders or gifts for SUPers I’ve tried to include a little something […]
The SO Adventure Club Begins
I’ve decided to start an adventure club which, at present, not even I am a fully fledged member of. Stranger things have happened. There are a number of outdoor activities, of various levels of ability, that I want to tick off my bucket list so to keep track of them all and push myself into […]