I notice quite a bit of criticism being leveled at the hiking app world at the moment. I believe that this is misguided for a few reasons.… Read more “All fails and other fallacies”
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On Balance
It is only natural to want to grow, learn, gain knowledge, improve. This is truly living. Every improvement, insight, gain in enlightenment even, comes at a cost.… Read more “On Balance”
Gradient – some thoughts
Many years ago I was walking towards the North Six Shooter outside Moab with my climbing partner. By far I was the weaker climber – on paper… Read more “Gradient – some thoughts”
Wetting Out / Drying Out
I got caught in a downpour this week. I was prepared and wearing my Rab Polartec Alpha synthetic fill puffy jacket. I was not exposed for long… Read more “Wetting Out / Drying Out”
The complete list of safe trails in Cape Town.
I am amazed by how much chatter the question of what are still considered ‘safe trails’ gets. All of a sudden people are experts on ‘the rules… Read more “The complete list of safe trails in Cape Town.”
Scrambling 101
So what is this thing called scrambling? Basically it is the meeting ground between walking and rock climbing. Anything where you might need your hands, either for… Read more “Scrambling 101”
STFD
Unlike HTFU the above acronym does not have its own line of clothing, incorporated into The Rules or being throw about on your average coffee ride. You… Read more “STFD”
A Confession about Honesty
I had two conversations about training with people over the last few days. One was with a friend training for her first 10km, the other with someone… Read more “A Confession about Honesty”
Hohenhort 15km
I recognised the anxiety straight away The nervousness. The slight hurry in everybody’s step. The frantic darting looks for the loo. The anticipation. I was surprised to… Read more “Hohenhort 15km”
Ten Top Table Mountain Trail Runs #5 Contour Path
If you require a quick trail fix of under 1h and are CBD bound then this little gem is a good way to start (or end the… Read more “Ten Top Table Mountain Trail Runs #5 Contour Path”
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