→ New feature: Lightweight Backpacking for Beginners
I’ve just published a new feature on UKHillwalking, intended to help UK backpackers take first steps towards reducing pack weight. This isn’t aimed at the cuben fibre and rain kilt crowd – it’s an article for people who have been lugging around massive packs and want to make
A walk through the Fairy Glen, Rosemarkie
Today I took a short walk through the waterfall-filled valley known as the Fairy Glen in Rosemarkie. Here are a few images from my outing. I’m off trail at the moment and spending a few days with my brother on the Black Isle. Watching the weather and trying to
Walk2017 – images from May
This month I added a short trip to the Lake District to my everyday walking in Lincolnshire. Summer is finally here. As my daily walks become more and more part of my routine, I’ve found my drive to take pictures has declined. Maybe it’s because I know every
Editing TGO Magazine
In early May, I took a call from Emily Rodway, the editor of TGO Magazine. She had a simple request: for me to help get the June 2017 issue ready while she was on holiday. Of course, I said I’d do it. My relationship with this magazine goes back
Pinnacle Editorial is closed until late June
It’s that time of year when I pack my rucksack, head north, and pray the midges haven’t come out yet. That’s right – I’m off on my next long-distance trail! Unlike last year1, this time I am not taking a structured approach to my wandering. James and
Follow-up review: Trailpix ultralight tripod
In my initial hands-on review of this innovative product, I concluded that ‘I think this is going to be exactly what I’ve been looking for’. After using it in the field, I’ve changed my mind. Here’s why. What and who is this thing for, again? * It’s
Thinking about video
I used to shoot a lot of video, but at some point over the last few years I stopped. I’d like to start again. My first videos originate from 2004-2005, and were all captured on basic point-and-shoot digital cameras. Most of these video clips are extremely short and were
Field Notes: the West Highland Way
In this year’s issue of the Outdoor Enthusiast Hike and Bike Special1, you can find my feature on hiking the West Highland Way. Here are a few notes and photos from this great backpacking route. I feel like the WHW gets a bad rep in backpacking circles sometimes. ‘It
Walk2017 – images from April
I added a few extra miles to my tally this month, and a vintage manual telephoto lens to my gear load. Here are a few images from miles 308-430.