Nov 19, 2012 | Walking equipment
The top half Next to boots, I think the most important kit to consider are waterproofs. Usually this means separate over-trousers and a jacket. When I was walking the Way of St James in France in September quite a few people were donning a poncho style waterproof...
Nov 12, 2012 | Walking equipment
I can’t remember when or why I got the walking bug. I do know that sometime in my late teens or early 20’s I bought a pair of “proper” walking boots. And I still have them. They are an Italian all leather boot by Suola and are called Robusta. I...
Oct 22, 2012 | Wales Coast Path
Walked 12th September 2012 Approximate distance: 15 ½ miles. A little strenuous, perhaps, if mostly just for the length. A few short steep sections and some easy climbs up and down the hills. Quite a bit is on minor roads and you don’t get to be very close to the...
Oct 15, 2012 | Wales Coast Path
Walked 29th August 2012. Approximate distance: 14 miles. This section is all on level ground and on firm surfaces with no significant climbs. If they are racing at the Pembrey Motor Racing Circuit or firing at the nearby bombing range, you may find their noises a...
Oct 8, 2012 | Wales Coast Path
Walked August 12th and 15th 2012 Approximate distance: 14 miles: an easy walk on the level on minor roads, firm tracks and roadside paths. Some roads liable to flooding. Walking 3 miles next to busy traffic from Pen- Clawdd to where it turns left before Gowerton. OS...
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