Ski Tracks for iOS
When we went skiing last month I wanted something that would track how far I’d skied, so I could add the totals to my 2012km in 2012 challenge. I didn’t want to buy a GPS watch, I wanted an app … Continued
Too Old and Sensible for Adventure
Life is all about the journey. But sometimes everyday life gets in the way of taking a specific path, however awesome it might sound. I’m talking about the Visit England campaign to find someone to tour the country (all expenses … Continued
Brasher Roam GTX Travel Shoes
I like the term “travel shoes”. The name evokes an idea of holiday – going away – spending the day on your feet because you are having a break, taking some time out. These new Brasher Roam GTX ladies travel … Continued
2012 in 2012 – March Update
A quarter of the way through the year (yes, already!) and the 2012 in 2012 challenge I set myself seems to be going ok. March started well because I was in the middle of a skiing holiday, and thanks to … Continued
Brasher Travel Lite Socks
I am learning at the moment that it is not only important to give your feet good quality shoes, trainers or boots, but that it is also important to give them good quality and suitable socks too. “Proper” walking, running, … Continued
Hi-Tec V-Lite Infinity HPI Running Shoes
These are the V-Lite Infinity HPI trainers from Hi-Tec. They are a lightweight trail running shoe and are in the top end of the range made by Hi-Tec, who are normally known for fairly low price point training shoes for … Continued
Sportswear Problem
I have a sportswear problem. More to the point, I have a jogging/tracksuit bottom problem. I currently have two pairs. One pair of adidas tracksuit bottoms that are boys aged 13 I think that I have had since I was … Continued
2012 in 2012 – February Update
As suspected and reported in my January Update, February has been a much harder month for my 2012km in 2012 challenge. We started February with snow. I love the snow – it was gorgeous – but it did not help … Continued
The North Face Slippers – Down for the Feet
I saw these first on a fab surfer’s blog (Ashleigh Bennetts) and as I was already looking around for the perfect pair of slippers to replace my worn out Animal boots I decided to investigate. And I feel in love. … Continued
Hi-Tec Altitude IV National Trust Boots
This last few weeks I have been testing out these Hi-Tec Altitude IV boots. Hi-Tec teamed up with The National Trust to create a boot inspired by nature and developed with their environmental impact in mind. These are about getting … Continued