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Beer barrels clatter close to our chamber at the inn and sleep is fitful. I wake feeling unrefreshed and earlier than I’d like. So we are away early in search of food to break our fasts. Light rain falls on us as we head into a Great Forest. The sort that feels like nothing but … Continue reading The Shirt of Destiny – Part 6: The Red Mountains
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 consulting the forecast last night, thoughts of having a rest day using my day in … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 10 – Soggy Sunday and The Pants-gate Scandal
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 separately. We set off just before 9am, and you'd think we had a big day … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 9 – Debauchery
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 - via the Lairig Ghru in his case and via Glen Feshie in mine. Having … Continue reading TGO Challenge 2017: Day 8 – The Shortcut