Adventure 5
Going solo
The pine trees swayed in choreographed unison, dancing to their own swishing soundtrack, driven by the invisible conductor of the breeze hitting the far edge of the forest. The occasional groan and creak came from less able members of the tall congregation, as if complaining about not being able to keep time with their neighbours. […]
Coast to Coast Cycle Across Ireland
I heard a sharp pop coming from my rib cage before doubling over in the ring. My opponent stopped and made that screwed up face we all do when we realise someone’s hurt. I got back on the balls of my feet and played out the remaining 20 seconds of the round: mostly dancing. Trying […]
OMM Adventure Light – Gear Review
OMM (Original Mountain Marathon) portray this 20 litre pack as a stripped down running rucksack aimed for fast paced days out, but how does it perform as a daysack for those less adrenaline addicted hikers that prefer a trek in the hills?
More than you can handle: the essence of adventure
I have been thinking recently about the nature of adventure and the thin veil that separates the foolhardy from the genuinely adventurous. I have pondered what makes the difference from an adventure to an ordeal? From a safe and boring trek to a real adventure that nourishes the Soul.
Overnighter for £5
So, last week saw me with an unexpected laptop fault, and this put a dent in my weekly budget. So much of a dent that I was left with £5 to my name. My weekly pay usually comes in on a Thursday night at midnight, and this is the money I usually use to travel […]
