Review: Odlo Blackcomb Evolution winter base layers
I’ve been tearing around the Austrian pistes and the Welsh mountains in Odlo’s Blackcomb Evolution range of winter sport underwear, partly made from recyclable materials.…
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Winter Skincare – my favourite products
It ain’t easy looking good in a blizzard, but help is at hand! These wonder products will help you ski, surf and have slightly blue…
View PostMy Grand Train Tour of Switzerland
A few weeks ago I train-hopped my way around Switzerland on assignment for Greentraveller. I took a series of incredible rail journeys, stopping to admire…
View PostHow to: pack for a ski season
Off on a ski season this winter? You don’t need warm pants, extra scarves or photos of your dog. Trust me, I’ve seen enough emergency…
View PostInterview: pro freeride snowboarder Angelica Sykes
Get seriously inspired by Angelica Sykes, a British pro snowboarder who is tearing up the mountains are a freerider. I first met the lovely Angelica…
View PostLearning to ski with #ThisGirlCan
I’m a huge fan of the #ThisGirlCan campaign, inspiring us all to get fit and explore outdoors. Now Snowsport England are encouraging sport lovers to…
View PostCompetition: win a rad snowsports holiday with RocketSki
Win a fantastic snowsports holiday with RocketSki by sharing your favourite #talesfromtheslopes with them on Facebook.
View PostSnowboarding with Aimee Fuller at the UE Megaboom launch
Learning to snowboard with Aimee Fuller at the Ultimate Ears megaboom launch. That’s right, sometimes I party with the cool kids.
View PostMerino base layers from Finisterre
I’m a long-time fan of cold water surf brand Finisterre, makers of sumptuous merino layers like this Zephyr hoodie (£60) and leggings (£40), perfect for…
View PostPhotoblog: Skiing in Alpe D’Huez
Some snaps from the French Alps, featuring angelic gogo dancers, failed human caterpillars and lots of lovely powder.
View PostReview: Adidas Terrex Climaheat Ice jacket
Keep the outdoors #openallwinter with Adidas’ new Climaheat range of insulated layers and down jackets, designed to keep you warm in extreme conditions. I’ve been…
View PostBest female ski brands on a budget
Keen to get kitted out for the slopes? Here’s my best female ski brands on a budget roundup, including kit that’s both snow and pocket-friendly.…
View PostPhotoblog: Ski tripping in Serre Chevalier
Some snaps from the French Alps, featuring jazz bands at 2500m, a bunch of fuzzy animals on skis and making a snowy new friend called…
View PostVideo: Cooler Magazine chats to Aimee Fuller
Fun, talented and a tiny bit outrageous – Cooler Magazine chats to Brit snowboarder Aimee Fuller, whose coverage of Jenny Jones’ performance on the BBC…
View PostReview: Meindl Sölden snow boots from Complete Outdoors
Whether you’re off on a ski season, planning a little foray to the Alps or just want to keep your toes toasty on wintery walks,…
View PostReview: Mountain Warehouse Heavenly Extreme women’s ski jacket
I spent last week skiing like a loon in Val Thorens, and the fab folk at Mountain Warehouse kitted me out before I left for…
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