Steve Smirthwaite: Mountain biking maps of the Highlands
John Davidson John Davidson speaks to mapmaker Steve Smirthwaite about bikes, maps and all things outdoors in the latest episode of the Active Outdoors podcast
Corrieshalloch Gorge: Celebrating 150 years of engineering heritage at geological wonder
This year the suspension bridge across Corrieshalloch Gorge in the Highlands will be a remarkable 150 years old. John Davidson visits this extraordinary National Nature Reserve to learn the story…
The Coire Lair circuit from Achnashellach – a return to the mountains
After months in lockdown, John Davidson makes the most of the easing of travel restrictions with a fine walk into the hills
Olympic effort shines light on winter sports
When Kristina comes up with a plan, you always know you’re going to be in for an epic. So when the phone rang at quarter past seven in the morning,…
Back to take the Glencoe test
John Davidson tackles the gruelling Glencoe Marathon despite suffering from a back injury that nearly saw him miss the event
From city to seclusion
Bikepacking is becoming a popular way to travel through the wilds with minimal gear. John Davidson heads for the hills in the first of this two-part mountain biking adventure travelling…
Frustration and fun at the Great Wilderness Challenge
It’s not every day you get offered the chance to have a ride in a helicopter through a remote Highland glen. That even put a smile on my face after…