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Announcing the Winners of the #TrailTales Essay Contest

The competition in our #TrailTales contest was fierce, with stories of high adventure (and misadventure) submitted from all corners of the globe. The essays were judged based on four different criteria: Cohesiveness of narrative arc Creativity of language and style Uniqueness of perspective Exactness of spelling, grammar, and punctuation Pitting all of these unique essays …

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A Honeymoon in the Alps

At a snail’s pace, my legs burning, I climbed the last mile to the top of the Grand Col du Ferret.  Wiping sleet and mud from my eyes, I wondered why we hadn’t picked a more traditional honeymoon.  At that very moment, I could have been reading a book on a Tahitian beach or drinking …

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Mountain Biking Torridon: The Proving Ground for Scottish Riders

As if on cue two stags ran out in front, roaring as they passed us. A small reminder that we were in their territory and were privileged to be. This was definitely the road less travelled. Torridon is arguably the Mecca and proving ground for mountain bikers in the UK. Situated in the North West …

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911: A Near Death Experience, Courtesy of Mountain Biking

“Don’t move,” said a stranger with a look of concern. “The ambulance is on its way.” My ears heard the words. I saw the faces. But, like a tired rider climbing a long hill, I was lagging far behind. “Yeah, stay very still,” said another. “Don’t move your neck or head. Don’t move at all.” …

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