Archive for June, 2010
Cockle Shell Heroes complete their objective
A group of ex-servicemen, with the help of Ultra Sport and Bic Kayaks, have battled the elements to retrace the journey undertaken by a group of marines whose objective was to destroy German shipping in WWII.
Scotland’s first Geopark in the North West Highlands

Located in the North West of the North Highlands and stretching from Loch Erribol as far north as Cape Wrath lies 2000 sq km of ramblers playground
Le Mondial du VTT
Les 2 Alpes organised, from June 17 to 20, one of the largest bike events in France.
OAG issue 86

Another outdoor action-packed issue is gracing newsagents (and muddy footwells) as we speak
Garmin launch new rugged gadgets

Garmin has launched a new outdoor handheld - the GPSMAP 62. These tough, robust navigators introduce a sleek updated look, enhanced mapping options and many technical innovations.
Scots on their bikes

Cycling Scotland and Team Green Britain Bike Week (19-27 June), the UK’s biggest mass participation cycling event, is challenging everyone to rethink their everyday journeys and switch to cycling as the healthiest and best way to get around for free.
Global Sport and Outdoor Brand Hi-Tec behind ‘Liquid Mountaineering” viral
After two weeks of worldwide buzz, Hi-Tec, the Global Outdoor and Sports brand has revealed they were the team behind the ‘Liquid Mountaineering’ viral which has taken the Web by storm.