They bear down on me, slicing a line through the soggy woods in their thick-rimmed glasses, mossy green jackets and moleskin shoes. Sleeping mats and bleary-eyed gazes explain the previous … Read more

Nestled between a developing Russia, a growing world economy in the form of Turkey, a diplomatically awkward Iran, and fellow Caucasus neighbours Armenia and oil-rich Azerbaijan, Georgia faces a political tightrope to maintain stability after a turbulent past, when it seceded from the smoldering remains of the USSR in 1991. However, despite the stereotypes of Eastern-bloc and former Soviet republics, Georgia embodies a distinctly European feel.

In avoiding the bustling high street of Marlow, Coopers Roastery & Bar finds itself in the more dynamic setting of the Thameside town’s industrial estate. The lofted ceiling and concrete floors … Read more

When a friend suggested we go ‘skyrunning’ in the Cape over the weekend I become slightly apprehensive. Think about it: climb up a mountain, run on top of it and … Read more

The classic ‘Haute Route’ is commonly associated with the ski touring route between the legendary alpine settlements of Chamonix in France and Zermatt in Switzerland. For those who would prefer to … Read more

The French island of Corsica is located in the Mediterranean Sea off the south coast of France just north of the island of Sardinia. Famed for being the birth place … Read more

First published in 2005, Let My People Go Surfing traces the story of Yvon Chouinard and the principles that guided him in building one of the most influential outdoors brands, Patagonia. … Read more

Located 75km west of Nice, the Verdon Canyon (Gorge du Verdon) is prized for its remarkable geography and turquoise waters. As well as being a hotspot for hikers and rock climbers, … Read more

The Ethiopian Highlands are an ideal destination for those who like to mix their trekking with a touch of ancient culture. A while ago I was informed about the great … Read more

Running muddy trails in the winter can be a maddening experience. Unless you’re training for a Tough Mudder, or something similarly apocalyptic, the idea of sliding in all directions as … Read more

As enthusiastic Scottish river and sea kayakers, my friends and I decided to embark on a trip to sunnier climes. We island hopped around the Ionian Sea for 6 days in sea kayaks, taking pleasure in one of the quietest and undeveloped parts of central Europe’s coastline.

Jean-yves Michellod became one of the most famous skiers in the Val de Bagnes area after winning the Verbier Xtreme back in 2004. However whilst descending the back side of … Read more

Spanning a distance of nearly 3,100 miles (5,000 km) from Mexico to Canada, the Continental Divide forms the backbone of the Rocky Mountains in North America. The divide not only … Read more

With a raft of new events on the South Africa trail running calendar, Spring continues to impress enthusiasts in the Western Cape. In 2011, I had the privilege to run the … Read more

Early in 2012, The Conservation Alliance funded the Vermont Land Trust in their Bolton Valley Conservation Campaign. Aimed at protecting 1,200 acres of the Bolton Valley Nordic and Backcountry property, … Read more

Steam rose from our saddles as we huffed through the frozen air in race against a First Great Western train, also heading towards our destination. Cradled in the Goring Gap between the escarpments … Read more

Lying in the heart of the Portes du Soleil, Morzine is the perfect place to base yourself for a family adventure holiday | Will Ross

On February 19, President Obama used his authority under the 1906 Antiquities Act to designate Browns Canyon National Monument near Salida, Colorado. This legislation protects 22,000 acres of Forest Service and … Read more

At the end of November, one of America’s largest sports nutrition companies terminated sponsorship deals with a handful of its most celebrated free (“no ropes”) climbers. Athletes that were beginning … Read more

Launched at the end of January, Men United is Prostate Cancer UK’s latest campaign in widening the conversation about health among middle-aged men. The key message of the initiative is … Read more