UWFRA Wharfedale Three Peaks Challenge Route
The UWFRA Wharfedale Three Peaks Challenge route takes in the three Wharfedale peaks of Birks Fell, Buckden Pike and Great Whernside over 22 miles and 1446m (4744 ft) of ascent. Held for the first time in 2014 the event aims to raise money for Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association and is an event worth doing […]
Salomon Fellraiser Review
The Salomon Fellraisers are a low, lightweight & fast-drying trail shoe with aggressive tread for muddy & wet conditions. Read my full review here.
Hardmoors 55 Ultra Marathon Race Report
It’s 4am on Saturday 23rd March 2015 and my alarm is going off. Time to put months of preparation into practice and face my biggest running challenge to date, the Hardmoors 55 Ultra Marathon which follows the Cleveland way 55 miles with 2700m of vertical ascent from Guisborough near Middlesborough to its conclusion in Helmsley. […]
30mile Hardmoors 55 training run
My final big run before Hardmoors 55 Ultra Marathon took me into the Yorkshire Dales from Harrogate on a testing 30mile out and back to Round Hill
Hardmoors Trail Series – Osmotherley Race Report
Would my first Hardmoors event live up to it’s name? In short yes it does and delivers so much more
10 Nuts that will supercharge your running
Nuts are low in calories and packed full of healthy fats that can help lower bad cholesterol. If you are looking for the perfect snack when you are feeling peckish, then look no further than a handful of nuts. It’s a good idea to steer clear of prepackaged nut mixes, that are often coated in […]
The North Face Superhype Gore-Tex Active Jacket – Review
The Northface Superhype Goretex Active Jacket is a lightweight waterproof shell and is unusual in that it uses the latest Gore-Tex Active fabric rather than The Northfaces own Hyvent material
Round Ripon Ultra Marathon Race Report
So my first attempt at an ultra marathon is this Saturday when I take part in the Round Ripon Ultra and i’m not sure whether i’m more excited or nervous to be honest. I keep getting told that I must be mad and that 35miles is a long way but to be fair it’s only […]
Salomon Advanced Skin Hydro S-Lab 5 Set Review
Salomon Advanced Skin Hydro S-Lab 5 Set is perfect for runners looking for something extremely light and minimal with plenty of storage capacity for long trail races. Highly recommended!
Salomon Skin Pro 3 Set – Review
Review of the disappointing Salomon Skin Pro 3 Set which displays a major flaw making it not fit for purpose