July 2015 9
Training for the Marathon Des Sables
Claire has began her training for the Marathon Des Sables, starting with frequent runs in the mournes and challenge events along the way!
New boardwalk on Cuilcagh Mountain
Fermanagh’s Great Wall: 36 flights of steps to the top of Cuilcagh Mountain. A new boardwalk, already dubbed by locals as Fermanagh’s “great wall” has recently been completed on Cuilcagh Mountain in Co. Fermanagh. The project began in the summer of 2014 with collaboration from local landowners, the Northern Ireland Environment Agency and Fermanagh District […]
Mountain Equipment Fitzroy Jacket Review
Considering an insulated jacket? Eamonn has been wearing the Mountain Equipment Fitzroy for over four years. Testing doesn't get much more extensive than that!
Beginner’s guide to wild camping
Ah, wild camping. Waking up in the early hours of the morning to the sound of nothing but grass blowing in the breeze and a small stream trickling nearby, all while you’re still tucked up and warm in your sleeping bag. Not much can beat it, which is why hundreds, if not thousands each weekend […]
MSR windpro 2 stove review
A remote canister gas stove featuring liquid feed?
Check out John's thoughts after an extensive review of the MSR Wind Pro II.
Lowe Alpine Cerro Torre 65:85L rucksack – gear review
Oisin has been using the Cerro Torre rucksack as his main load-lugger since October 2013. Here he shares his thoughts from extensive testing.
Top 5 Mourne Mountain wild campsites for first timers
Considering wild camping for the first time? Check out our recommended wild camping sites for first timers.
Vango Venom 200 Down Sleeping Bag Review
John has been testing the Vango Venom 200 two season sleeping bag in the Mournes. Check out his review here