I’m reliably informed that the best way to stop the muscles stiffening up to the point of painfulness is to just keep moving, and so rather than finding a coffee shop and spending our post West Highland Way relaxation time … Continued
Is there anything more stressful than choosing the right backpack for a through hike? Look back a year or so in my life and you’d definitely agree with me; the combination of needing to get the right size, shape, fit, … Continued
There is nothing like a good old pair of walking boots, is there? Comfort for days, and all the happy hiking memories. The only problem is they don’t last forever, and I admit that I struggle to part with old … Continued
One of the biggest worries I had before I headed north to do the West Highland Way, my first real long-distance hike, was around whether or not I would actually enjoy it. I mean, would it be so physically hard … Continued
I had a simple set of requirements when I started researching which tent to buy for the West Highland Way. I wanted a tent that was big enough for me and my pack, that I could sit up in, that … Continued
The most common question regarding my West Highland Way hike, both on and off the trail, has been “what did you pack?”. I didn’t really plan on writing a post like this because I do not consider myself an expert, … Continued
I’ve been happily cooking food on a camp stove since I was allowed to light a match. I have a vivid memory of cooking Chicken supreme with rice and peas on a single gas ring at a camp at around … Continued
In Spring 2018 we will find out where the West Highland Way appears in the list of Britain’s Favourite 100 Walks, which may or may not feature yours truly, but for now I will just add my voice to the … Continued
In just over a week I will be heading north by train with a couple of friends to take on the famous West Highland Way trail up in Scotland. I think it’s fair to say that over the last few … Continued
Today we are treated to a guest post by Rachel Campbell on one of my favourite topics – walking. Rachel considers five of the best walking trails in Europe. Be warned, this post make you want to travel! We are incredibly lucky to be … Continued