Sunset Ascent of Pigeon Rock
John was joined by Spud and his wife Catriona for a hike in the Western Mournes. They planned a route to Tollymore when the beginnings of a golden sunset tempted them up Pigeon rock for the view - and they weren't disappointed.
Photo Album: Sunset Ascent of Pigeon Rock
A relaxing evening stroll up Pigeon followed by a beautiful sunset and inverted clouds.
Alpkit Hunka XL Bivi Bag – Gear Review
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Millstone Mountain Microadventure
Ed and John headed to the Mourne Mountains for a quick camp after work. The weather may have been misty but it was still great to get out and breathe the fresh (if somewhat humid) air!
Beet It Pro-Elite Sport Bar
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Vango Contour 60 + 10 litre rucksack review
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Chimney rock loop
John joined Spud and his brother on a full day of blistering heat in the Mourne Mountains. We rarely see weather like this but when we do the views are spectacular!
Photo Album: Chimney Rock Loop
John and Spud enjoyed an excellent day hiking in the summer heat. Check out the photos from their hike.
Photo Album: Day hike to LoughShannagh
The weather has been excellent in the Mourne Mountains this summer as the photos in this gallery show:
Summer sun at Loughshannagh
We had been experiencing extraordinarily good weather throughout the month of June and on the first day of July, the summer weather was just...









