Tales of walking, running and mood dependent, maybe other random stuff!
Having been out yesterday, thinking we’d got the best day of the weekend based on the weather forecast, I was feeling pretty tired after a busy holiday with lots of running in addition to walking. However, it appeared from the photos that Bruce’s friend sent from Loch Muick as he started out for the day … Continue reading Conachcraig: A Bonus Walk
Having kept a watchful eye on the weather forecast, Bruce decreed on Thursday morning that Friday looked the most promising day for the hills. The rucksacks were therefore packed with winter kit, prepped and ready to go for the morning. With some snow having fallen overnight the road from home was a little sketchy, nothing … Continue reading Carn Liath: First Walk of 2025
I woke up feeling pretty fresh, something of a surprise given the efforts of the last couple of days. In contrast to previous days it was really quite windy, rather than a light breeze, and checking the forecast for the hills it appeared that the wind would be strong with mist on the tops and … Continue reading My Legs Are Seeking A Divorce!
It was a driech start to the day. Waking up to wet ground and dull skies, I opted to have a lie in starting my day later than usual with breakfast in The Bothy. I opted for a rather decadent porridge with cream and maple syrup. I then had a browse in Braemar Mountain Sports, … Continue reading Morrone: Another ‘First’
Summer is definitely here with sunshine again! A bit breezier than last week when we were in the west, but that’s welcome when the sun is beating down. Yesterday saw me ‘running’ the Clais Fhearnaig circuit, a wee gem from Walkhighlands. The intention was to run but heat, some of the terrain and the stunning … Continue reading Clais Fhearnaig Circuit: Beautiful Day in Braemar
With the winds gone and the Sunday golf finished for the season, I was willing to forgo my usual social Sunday run in favour of a hill day. That said, neither of us were filled with enthusiasm as we drove out the road, in two minds as to whether we stop in Tarland for Pressendye … Continue reading Sgòr Mòr, showcasing the Cairngorms
With a perfect looking forecast earlier in the week, for the hills anyway, the decision had been made to head out in favour of running and golfing; Bruce was quietly confident that the winter eclectic would not be going ahead due to the cold snap we’ve had, while I was happy to get out anywhere! … Continue reading Winter’s Here: Creag nan Gabhar
Having so much enjoyed being out on Hogmanay we decided to have another bash today, initially thinking Balmoral Cairns. Alarms set, we got up and out at a reasonable time and contemplated our destination as we drove out the road. Par for the course, I was just happy to be out and not too bothered … Continue reading Morrone: Blustery breeze and drifting snow
Those who know me will know our hill days have been getting shorter over time due to a deterioration In musculoskeletal health (his, not mine). It was therefore a bittersweet day as we set out for either Lochnagar or Conachcraig, settling for the latter as the pain was too much. However, the bionic man is … Continue reading Conachcraig: A Very Relaxed Hill Day
One of our favourites, today saw us return to Creag nan Gabhar. We were unsure what to expect as the snow appeared to have shifted quite a bit. Mildly optimistic that we might find some on the descent towards Loch Callater, we set off fully loaded with crampons, ice axe and Kahtoolas! Looking back, you’d … Continue reading Creag nan Gabhar – first time this year
Clare, happiest outdoors! 