Accurate mapping is because of rebellious Scots
1745 was the start of the Jacobite rising in an attempt the claim the English throne. It ended in April 1746 with the battle of Culloden....
How not to fall on your arse in Ski Boots
I've been skiing for 20+ yrs all over Europe but over recent years I've entered a new phase - a new skill level. That of the FAMILY...
Review of Auto-Locking Karabiners - for use with Lanyards
The method of attachment from the Lanyard to the anchor is critical. Details to look out for when selecting the carabiner would be the...
Review of Adjustable Lanyards
Introduction The rope is the best material available to attach yourself to the anchor, due to its dynamic properties - but sometimes a...
The Yellow Edge, Cima Piccola
"Are you safe Jim?" A question that climbers continually ask each other. A question that requires a formal response. I deffered my...
Via Ferrata Kit - Can I use Climbing Carabiners?
Via Ferrata Kit - Whats the difference between it and normal climbing kit? The Carabiners on custom built Via Ferrata sets all have to be...
Taking your Kids out Climbing (Part 2)
The warmer weather is nearly on us and for many you will have decided that THIS year is the year to introduce your Darling Son (DS) or...
Patagonia - Torres Del Paine
So a few years ago I led a trip out to Patagonia in South America to see what it had to offer. Quite amazing place. Below is a diary I...
The Winter Apprentice
I love this photo of me. It was taken on a Route called Moonwalk (IV,3 **) on the Little Brenva Face on Ben Nevis. I would have been...
MIA Assessment - Day 5 - Navigation
This is the day where you have to swap the previous 4 days of living in the vertical for a day in the horizontal. To aid this switch...