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How to upgrade your ramen when hiking
Ah, the simple ramen. Satisfying, quick-to-cook, calorific. A hikers dream. Right? Depending on how long you are hiking for, living on the slightly-mushy texture, and same synthetic flavour packets can get dull, never…
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6 best podcasts for adventure training
The best adventure training partner – other than an actual real-life training partner if you have one – is a damn good podcast. It’s distracting during the tough parts and keeps you amused…
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Hiking Te Araroa: Frequently Asked Questions
Embarking on a hike like Te Araroa will ultimately bring with it many questions. Friends and family have no idea what it is. Fellow hikers curious to take it on themselves. Then there’s…
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How to make your Te Araroa hike more sustainable
As adventurers, I believe we have a duty of care to the planet around us. While we revel in its beauty, we should be doing what we can to protect it. And during…
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Climbing Kilimanjaro – The ultimate kit list
Who doesn’t love a kit list? You’ll get a list from your trek provider no doubt, but here is a list of everything I packed for climbing Kilimanjaro. This list is the ultimate…
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How to plan a sunset walk (and other sunset adventures)
Are you a sunrise or a sunset person? I’m definitely a sunset person. And recently I ventured on my first solo sunset walk. I’ve hit the hills at dusk before but always with…
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9 autumn adventure ideas (2023)
Autumn is the perfect adventuring season. I know summer gets all the attention, with the long days and mild weather. And winter often has a shoutout for the epic snow sports. But I…
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Running Tips for Beginners (even if you hate running)
I hated running. I remember the first proper run I tried to do. I was a teenager and managed to get to the end of my 10-house-long street before going “nope” and turning…
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Wild Swimming in Lac D’ Oo: An adventure in The Pyrenees
Swimming in a natural lake surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes? Sounds idyllic, right? Lac D’ Oo is the place you want to be. I headed to this peaceful area in the Pyrenees for…
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What is Coasteering? (and why you NEED to try it!)
I started my Saturday afternoon snuggled in a blanket with a hot drink. A couple hours later I was jumping off cliffs into the North Sea. I know I’m a big fan of…
