A bikepacking adventure across the Highlands
John Davidson I had been working on this route in my head for a couple of years, linking together bits of off-road I had done to create a flowing route through the…
Come and get a fun taste of orienteering
As part of our fundraising drive for this year’s Highland Cross, our team #parentsontherun is again hosting a mini orienteering event suitable for all the family. If last year is…
Experiencing Scotland’s youth hostels at their best
There are around 60 SYHA and affiliated youth hostels across the length and breadth of Scotland, from city centres to remote glens. I went to two of the most beautiful…
Cycling the North Coast 500
Take five run-of-the-mill cyclists, throw them together on the morning you’re setting off on a 500-mile journey through the Highlands and see how they get on. In essence, that was…
Etape Loch Ness 2017 – a ride to remember
It’s been another fine day for the Etape Loch Ness, with thousands of people cycling the 66 miles round Nessie’s home! I’ve done this race each year since it started…
Out on the bike west of Inverness
It’s been great to be back on the bike for more than just the few miles to and from work recently, and this route to the west of Inverness was…
A quick run around Loch Affric
Glen Affric is a place to get away from it all and soak up nature at nature’s pace, appreciating all that is around you. My spur-of-the-moment visit was slightly different,…