TGO Challenge Video
I finally got around (largely prompted by watching Andy’s video) to putting my photos into a video of this year’s Challenge. Here it is: Continue reading TGO Challenge Video
Category: TGO Challenge 2017
Art of the TGO Challenge
Amongst all of the other kit decisions I had to make ahead of embarking on the TGO Challenge this year was the one about art kit – what to take ? what would I be likely to use ? was it even worth bothering ? In the end I stuck to my usual approach of a small box of watercolours, a couple of pens and brushes, something to hold some water, a paperback journal (which I was taking anyway to keep notes in), and a few sheets of watercolour paper in a case I got the urge to do anything more than a quick sketch (which I didn’t). Continue reading “Art of the TGO Challenge”
TGO Challenge 2017
I’ve already told the story of the actual walk, but also wanted to wrap up some comments on the planning for the trip, route and general experience of the whole thing. So here’s an index to the individual blog posts and some general thoughts on this year’s Challenge… Continue reading “TGO Challenge 2017”
TGO Challenge 2017: Aftermath
The relative bustle of Challenge Control in the Park Hotel is left behind while I take to the streets. First I try to check-in to my accommodation early – they’re not having it, but do agree to keep hold of … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Aftermath
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 13-14 – The End
Ian is gone around 7am, and the site is mine alone. I’ve been having a lie-in since waking at 4am. There’s limited signs of life elsewhere. I pack up in my own time and am still away by 9am. It’s … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 13-14 – The End
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 12 – Tarmac Tuesday and the Stench of Leporicide
My feet are screaming. And I’ve not put any weight on them yet – I’m still in bed. This does not bode well. Luckily the forecast is good for the rest of the trip and I can just amble at … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 12 – Tarmac Tuesday and the Stench of Leporicide
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 11 – Indecision
It’s always “special” when the first job of the day is to remove slugs from your clothing, in order to put it on. The lubricative effect of crushed slug just isn’t for me. The clothing still isn’t quite dry and … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 11 – Indecision
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 10 – Soggy Sunday and The Pants-gate Scandal
Light penetrates the tent and I leap joyously out of bed. Well, ok, maybe not. But I certainly don’t linger and am up and about quite early. I’m keen to make the most of the weather while I can. After … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 10 – Soggy Sunday and The Pants-gate Scandal
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 9 – Debauchery
It rains on and off all night which suits me as I’d rather it does it then, than when I’m stood out in it. Monica is sopping, so there’s nothing for it but to detach her innards and pack them … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 9 – Debauchery
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 8 – The Shortcut
I last saw fellow Dornie starter Dave in the shooting hut on the way up the Monadhliath, but now he is sat there at breakfast. I join him and we discuss routes for the day. We’re both headed for Braemar … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 8 – The Shortcut
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 7 – Everything Looks Better After a Big Glass of Whisky and a Poo
Renewed hope surges through me, thanks to the liberal application of whisky last night and some ibuprofen this morning. To cement the deal, a big cup of tea for breakfast and then I seek out the “facilities” – it’s my … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 7 – Everything Looks Better After a Big Glass of Whisky and a Poo
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 6 – Solitude and Sole-itude
I wake, refreshed by a decent night’s sleep, to the knowledge that yesterday’s big day has given me options. This is a nice feeling and I resolve to buy similar opportunities throughout this walk. I’ve only got about 23 miles … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 6 – Solitude and Sole-itude
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 5 – Chocolate Brownie Land
I wake from a terrible night’s sleep, courtesy of some late night banging next door and lots of raised voices. It’s lucky I’m awake early as it’s a very early start. I have to catch the ferry at 8am and … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 5 – Chocolate Brownie Land
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 4 – Leapfrogs
The campsite stirs early, sounds of birdsong mixing with the roar of gas stoves for early morning brews. I’m feeling pretty pleased with myself as I’m all but packed for 7:30 when the cafe opens for breakfast. Even so the … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 4 – Leapfrogs
TGO Challenge 2017: Day 3 – Raincoat Hokey Cokey
Rain falls during the night, not unexpectedly given I’m in the Motherland of Rain, and does little to speed my leaping joyously out of bed. I lay and doze, listening to the geese overhead, the song birds somewhere near, and … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 3 – Raincoat Hokey Cokey
