9 December 2006
The results of the Hexhamshire
Hobble are available. The race conditions should have been a warning
that despite a relatively high temperature the combination of wind
and rain can result in a severe challenge.
30 July 2006
It has required an inspiring article on a successful Ramsay Round and
a change in my own circumstances to encourage me to start editing the
website again. Apologies for the long intermission. Steve
Birkinshaw's report was so familar to me because I spent the same week in Scotland,
one of the wettest weeks I can remember, and the route has provided
me with several memorable walks. The weather on Monday was wet and
misty but improving towards evening. It was relatively warm and calm
and stayed that way until the following afternoon when the wind and
rain was constant and the temperature plummeted. We were pleased with
ourselves after having climbed two very accessible Munros in the Loch
Lochy hills taking care with navigation even on well trodden paths.
The weather had been poor and we were hoping for it to improve. However
we had to wait until Saturday before we saw the tops. Steve's timing
was inspired.
Paul Jameson
