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Re: TGO Challenge 2014 - Shiel Bridge to St. Cyrus

A great report!
Fabulous pictures and a real endurance test at time with health issues!


Re: TGO Challenge 2014 - Shiel Bridge to St. Cyrus

Nice report and some stunning photos however it does highlight the problem of booking accommodation and having to push on when you would really rather shorten your day.

Re: TGO Challenge 2014 - Shiel Bridge to St. Cyrus

Many thanks for your kind comments!

Re. booking of accommodation: You are right, that's the dilemma with booking ahead. It's great to look forward to a hot shower, a comfy bed and a nice breakfast in the morning but it takes away the flexibility to make route adjustments if things go wrong.

I normally try not to put myself under this kind of pressure but in this case I had to book well in advance because Mahaar is one of the few B & B's that offer single rooms at a very reasonable price (£ 31) and I really enjoyed my stay there.

Re: TGO Challenge 2014 - Shiel Bridge to St. Cyrus


Cracking read, thanks. Some really nice photos making me wish I'd had some more high level on my route :-)

This year being my first challenge I booked four bits of accom ahead, which was too much with hindsight. I'd definitely aim to wing it/camp more next time, which unfortunately for me won't be until 2016 (if I get in, when it'll probably be torrential rain and howling gales!)

Re: TGO Challenge 2014 - Shiel Bridge to St. Cyrus

What a great report, really highlighting the highs and lows of the Challenge. I particularly enjoyed you photos - excellent. It was great to see you this year, hope to see you next.

Re: TGO Challenge 2014 - Shiel Bridge to St. Cyrus

A very enjoyable read, evocative pictures, and it was great to meet you along the Feshie, we were very impressed to see you battling on with all your painful injuries. Hope you have a trouble-free crossing in '15!

Re: TGO Challenge 2014 - Shiel Bridge to St. Cyrus

Thanks again,

It was very nice to meet you en route!

Not long now until the draw for 2015...