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Thermarest Neo-Air Voyager sleeping mat review
The opportunity arose for me to field-test the Thermarest Neo-Air Voyager sleeping mat. I currently use the Thermarest Xtherm Max which has vastly improved my camping experience. I enjoyed taking a look at how the Voyager differs from the xTherm and how it compares in performance, comfort and weight. Winters chill could be felt as I approached […]
Slieve Commedagh Summit Camp
Even in the poorest of weather a night in the hills can be a fantastic way to unwind
Last days of the holidays
As I took the first steps into the woods i felt the shelter the trees provided from the wind and was thankful for it The 6am alarm was sounding in my ears as I swayed my legs off of the bed. “I’m not right in the head” I heard the inner demons say to […]
Hi-Tec Altitude V 200i waterproof hiking boot review
I found the Hi-Tec Altitude V 200 i winter boots to be tailored for a frequent user who demands a robust hiking boot which can be used for scrambling, hillwalking and prolonged days hiking. With winter fast Approaching Hi Tec have asked HikersBlog to field-test their Hi-Tec Altitude V 200 I Winter hiking boot. Straight out of the […]
Crocknafeola and Knockchree trek
We must have rested well over an hour lying on the heather taking it easy watching the world go by. How many times have you passed by a mountain or wood and thought to yourself “I’ll have to take a dander up there some day?” Last week Spud and myself took the opportunity to do […]
What a way to spend a day
John and Spud had a great day out in the Mourne Mountains, experimenting with Viewranger along the way
Kilfeagan Dolmen Circular Route
John enjoyed an enchanting walk with a friend, taking in some spectacular ancient ruins in the process.