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Stories and preparation notes from the ridges, rivers, and winter days.

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Stephen McCall

2 May 2025•2 min read

Am Buachaille - A Sea Stack Adventure

Of Scotland's 'Big Three' sea stacks, Am Buachaille stands out as the most adventurous. What makes it unique? A mandatory swim that adds......

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Stephen McCall

10 Nov 2022•30 min read

There and back again...

11 days, 435km, 13 blisters, 1 suspected 'Carpal tunnel syndrome' and no transport. It was going to be one hell of a trip. I had been......

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Stephen McCall

13 Jul 2019•4 min read

Skye Cuillin Ridge Traverse, memories made for life!

Memories on the Black Cuillin Ridge I've had my fair share of memorable days in the mountains — an environment that provides my income,......

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Stephen McCall

8 May 2019•9 min read

Planning a Scrambling Day in the Mountains

Top tips on planning your scrambling days in the mountains!...

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Mountains

Stephen McCall

19 Mar 2019•4 min read

Ski Mountaineering in the Cairngorms

There is something very special about skiing to the waters edge, like all the way to the lapping water on the shore. After a very hit and......

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Mountains

Lou Reynolds

2 Oct 2018•10 min read

Ready your rack this winter

The transition from summer rock climbing into winter is best prepared for in advance. Dusting off your B3 boots, ice axes and crampons,......

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Stephen McCall

15 Jan 2018•3 min read

'Sun kissed' winter traverse of Liathach

Days like these are the ones you dream of, for a long time... it takes the stars to align from the weather, climbing partners and if you're trying to film it, low winds good light and a very early start! Alarms set for 3...

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