Bowline – A Serious Adventure on Arch Wall in the Anti Atlas Mountains
Adventure climbing in the Anti Atlas – Bowline on Arch Wall
Hiking the GR11 – The Last Trails to the Mediterranean: From Núria to Cap de Creus
A sun-scorched, water-scarce final push from Núria to the Mediterranean — through dry hills, hidden refugios, and the emotional weight of finishing a six-year dream on the GR11.
Vango Helium UL2 Review – Lightweight Shelter Tested on the GR11
I carried the Vango Helium UL2 for over 50 days while hiking the GR11 across the Pyrenees. This lightweight, outer-first tent proved quick to pitch, sturdy in bad weather, and ideal for solo backpacking — though long-term use exposed a few design weaknesses.
Hiking the GR11 – Crossing Andorra and the final high peaks of the Pyrenees: From Tavascan to Núria
Stage 5 of the GR11 – A final wander through the high Pyrenean valleys before the landscape dries as I approach the Mediterranean
Inov-8 Thermoshell Pro Review – Lightweight Warmth for Fast-Packing Adventures
The Inov-8 Thermoshell Pro is lightweight, warm, and packs down impressively small — ideal for long days on the move.
Alpkit Tarpstar 1 Review – A Super Lightweight Tent for Fastpacking and Minimalist Adventures
I’m really impressed with the Alpkit Tarpstar 1. It’s been out with me on several trips now and has consistently performed well. The simplicity of being able to pitch it using just a single hiking pole is brilliant — fast, efficient, and ideal after a long day on the trail.
Bristol on the Run: Trails, Hills and Hidden Green Spaces
You don’t need to leave the city for a trail adventure. Bristol is full of hidden paths, riverside tracks, and woodland climbs that feel miles from anywhere. These are the routes I run most — from quick local loops to full-day challenges.
Rab Vapour-Rise Alpine Light Jacket Review: The Perfect Autumn Layer
The Rab Vapour-Rise Alpine Light Jacket is an ideal choice for climbers, hikers, and anyone who spends long days outdoors in cool, changeable weather.
Hiking the GR11 – Leaving the Aragonese Pyrenees Behind: From Puente de San Chaime to Tavascan
Stage 4 of the GR11 – Leaving the Aragonese Mountains and the snow behind as I explore alternative routes, peak and abandoned villages.
Carried by the Wind: Airborne Microplastics in the British Mountains
Even the most remote peaks are not safe from airborne microplastics.