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Hiking Blog

Hiking Around the Ogwen Valley – 5 Amazing Routes

The Ogwen Valley is just something else. Spectacularly beautiful with its rugged, rocky peaks and pristine valley, there are hikes here suitable for all types of hikers and walkers. And here are 5 of the best Ogwen Valley hiking routes in my humble opinion!

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is merrell a good hiking brand
Hiking Blog

Is Merrell a Good Hiking Brand?

I fell in love with Merrell a few years ago when I got a pair of hiking boots I just LOVED. But it’s been all downhill since then unfortunately with consistent quality issues and absolutely awful “waterproofing”. So, is Merrell a good hiking brand? Well, in my opinion, largely not. But let’s talk about it in more detail.

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Football

AI in Football – Today and in 2025

AI is absolutely everywhere. But many of us may be unaware of the effect it is having on our favourite sport. So as 2025 approaches, we delve into the impact of AI on the sport of football.

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Steall Falls from distance
Hiking Blog

Steall Falls Hike, Glen Nevis

I took a cold, rainy November day hike out to Steall Falls, Glen Nevis, just a short distance from Fort William. Here’s how this gorgeous short waterfall walk went.

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Hiking Blog
Stacey MacNaught

Best Portable Charging Banks for Hiking in 2025

Traditionalists may not like it! But personally, I don’t like to risk being stuck on a hill or mountain with a dead phone or head torch battery. So I like to carry a portable charging device (or 2, or 3) with me. Here are the best portable charging banks for hiking that I’ve used. (And I’ve used a lot, by the way).

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