November 2, 2026 · 5 min
Start Before the Sun Is Up
Why the first hour is the best one in the heat, and what I do with the rest of the day.
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The Friday Ruck
A short letter every Friday: one piece of kit, one route and one way to carry a little more.
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Nov 3, 2026 · 7 min read
Reading a Route Before You Leave
A paper map, a compass and the three things I look at before a long walk: distance, climb and water.
Nov 1, 2026 · 6 min read
Stairs With Ten Kilos on Your Back
A short town route of steep stone steps, a loaded pack and a plan for the way down.