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alan.sloman

Alan Sloman's blog

Lincolnshire Lung Inflator Learned Gentlemen and The Great Molar Day One of my blog is now up. Click HERE to arrive at Phil's and my first day.

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Last Post: Sep 21, 2016 10:16pm
by alan.sloman

Rich

Rocklite or Mudclaw

I've been using my Midclaws for the last year or so and I'm firmly in the trail shoe camp where walking footwear is concerned. Anyone had both Claw and Rock to offer any advice which they prefer? My Mudclaws are probably due for replacement anyway and I'm more tha...

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Last Post: Sep 19, 2016 9:25pm
by Rich

Stefan Leyland

Congratulations

Hi i would just like to say congratulations to my dad Terry Leyland completing all his munros, His last one was Ben Lomond. Nice one dad great achievement that...

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Last Post: Sep 19, 2016 7:14pm
by Terry Leyland

Barry Turton

ooknest for sale

20ooknest for sale. 2 man Trailstar inner, brand new & unused.Mesh and 35cm cuben walls.Chikara floor.inverted T zip door..475gm.No pegs.Usual ooknest. quality cost £340,price £220 inc p&p. Any info or to purchase this fine piece of kit please email me....

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Last Post: Sep 12, 2016 10:43am
by Barry Turton

Jeremy Burrows

2017 dates

Do we know th edates for 2017 yet? I'm assuming it will be 12 - 26 May, but has this been confirmed?

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Last Post: Sep 7, 2016 6:26pm
by Byron

Rich

Newbie Questions

Hi all, Ok so I might be jumping the gun somewhat, I'm probably a little over excited! I'm hoping to get a place on next years TGO, which will be my first crossing. My rough plan is to start at Plockton and finish at St Cyrus. Day 5 Fort Augustus, day 7 King...

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Last Post: Sep 6, 2016 2:25pm
by Rich

Jeremy Burrows

Oh no! Not another blog!

I have, finally, started writing up my 2016 crossing here: http://tworoutes.blogspot.co.uk/ (I don't know how to make it into one of those clicky links cos I'm not very clever.) So far it is complete, with photos, up to the disaster on day 5. More to come when...

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Last Post: Sep 6, 2016 2:04pm
by Andrew W

john donohoe

Terry's Last Munro

Shy and retiring Challenge Leg-end, Terry Leyland is planning to compleat the Munros on Ben Lomond on Saturday 3 September. A search through Challenge archives suggest that Terry is of indeterminate age and would be glad of any help to reach the summit. I have booked...

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Last Post: Sep 5, 2016 5:43pm
by john donohoe

Paul Southward

Applying for TGOC 2017

Hi all, in what edition of TGO does the application form appear for the 2017 challenge? It's just that I'm going to be away from home quite a bit over the next few months and don't want to miss out. Also, what is the southern boundary of the challenge? I have a ra...

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Last Post: Aug 30, 2016 3:40pm
by Paul Southward

Jenny Adamson

GLENDOE CAMP SPOTS?

Just musing on Memory Map, as you do on a sweltering August evening! I haven't taken the Glendoe track out of Fort Augustus before, does anyone know of any particularly nice places to pitch for the night in the first 3-4km along the track after leaving the B862?

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Last Post: Aug 28, 2016 9:02pm
by Roger B

Jackie Ford

Bernard Fowkes

We would like to say a big thank you to all those who sent cards and letters of condolence. It was lovely to hear how Bernard had given encouragement and been remembered by so many Challengers on their first crossings and others over many years. The Challenge was...

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Last Post: Aug 28, 2016 8:32pm
by Jackie Ford

Dickief

'After walking' Shoes for you ultra light peeps

Hi All, We getting excited yet? These should be ready to buy for next years challenge for all you ultra lightweight gurus... http://www.skinners.cc/

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Last Post: Aug 28, 2016 8:47am
by Sabine Zawadzki

Issy & Les Silkowski

TGO Scottish Re-Union: 30th Sept- 2nd October (Pitlochry)

With only 6 weeks until the Re-Union in Pitlochry, we thought we better send a final reminder. The hotel have held rooms for us but will release them very soon if they are not booked. Full details of the weekend and how to book can be found HERE. We think the ne...

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Last Post: Aug 24, 2016 8:10pm
by Issy & Les Silko...

Ali & Sue

Bernard (Jack) Fowkes - Funeral Details

Margaret and her family have told us that Bernard's funeral will take place on Wednesday 24th August at 11am at Loughborough Crematorium. Afterwards they will be raising a glass or two in his memory at the Jolly Farmers, Ives head Road,Shepshed. Instead of flowers...

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Last Post: Aug 19, 2016 5:00pm
by Ali & Sue

Sue & Ali

Bernard Fowkes

Margaret, Jackie, Tony and Emily have asked us to convey the sad news that Bernard Fowkes died peacefully on Wednesday - August 10th. Bernard and Margaret have had a long and very successful association with the Challenge and Bernard will be greatly missed by many....

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Last Post: Aug 15, 2016 9:33pm
by Kirsten Paterson

Ted Spiller

TGOC 2016 photos

Have at last got around to uploading photos of our 2016 crossing, at: https://www.flickr.com/photos/tedandjen/albums/72157668330599013 Ted and Jenny Spiller

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Last Post: Aug 15, 2016 9:27pm
by Kirsten Paterson

Ray Disson

Unwanted outdoor gear

Just having a clear out of my outdoor items that I no longer need. I know I can donate clothing , tents and other equipment to "Gift your gear" via a Rohan shop but I believe they will not take boots. I have a pair of almost brand new Meindle Borneo boots that...

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Last Post: Aug 12, 2016 11:58pm
by John J

Jeremy Burrows

Scary news for Sloman

Alan - I don't know how to break this to you, but we might be related If you are descended from George Sloman, who lived in Hawkhurst in Kent in the early 17th century, then we are 13th cousins (or possibly slightly closer, with a remove or two, if you are desce...

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Last Post: Aug 6, 2016 11:04am
by john donohoe

Emma

Scottish Mountain Gear

As some of you will know, I am very attached to my old Golite Quest rucksack, which has accompanied me on all my Challenges. When I got home this year, I found that the bottom of the pack was so full of holes, it resembled mesh more than any fabric normally found in...

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Last Post: Aug 5, 2016 3:34pm
by John J

Jeremy Burrows

Six Map Crossings

My crossings have always tended to wander about a bit ... needing seven, eight or even nine OS Landranger sheets to see me safely from the West coast to the East Coast. This year I am determined it shall be a six map crossing - 40, 41, 42, 43, 44 & 45. I dare s...

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Last Post: Aug 3, 2016 10:57am
by Jeremy Burrows

Ian Sommerville

Potarch Hotel

The old hotel at Potarch, which was popular with challengers heading to the Fetteresso, closed a while ago and nothing much happened for a couple of years. A new cafe/bistro has just opened on the site (the rest of self-catering holiday flats) and we had lunch...

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Last Post: Jul 31, 2016 11:45am
by Judith

Ian C.

My photos

Hi folks. It's taken a while, due to website problems and me not being very good at fixing them but my photos from this year's Challenge can now be found at http://iancotterill.com/2016tgochallenge.html clicky should work. Ian C.

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Last Post: Jul 28, 2016 10:39pm
by Jenny Adamson

Sue & Ali

Mick Daniels

Sue (Tallents) has asked us to pass on her thanks to everybody who sent cards and messages of condolence to her concerning Mick. She also thanks everyone who attended his funeral. She says she very much appreciated it and has been overwhelmed by the thoughts and kin...

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Last Post: Jul 24, 2016 7:57am
by Sue & Ali

Martin Rye

Terra Nova Laser for sale.

I have a Terra Nova Laser 1 to 2 person tent for sale. Been used 2 trips. Old style with 2 door zips allowing to fully open out. Superb condition. Guys missing and no tent pegs with it. £130 posted. Link with photos. https://www.facebook.com/groups/8612...

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Last Post: Jul 21, 2016 7:30pm
by Martin Rye

Martin and Sue Banfield

Our 2016 Challenge

On a more cheerful and uncontroversial note, here's a link to the blog entries and pictures that illustrate our happy crossing.

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Last Post: Jul 21, 2016 3:53pm
by Martin Banfield

Margaret Brown

tents for tall people/ Vaude Power Lizard?

Does anyone have any advice on tents for tall people - not a problem for me but my husband is 6'2 and does not like most lightweight tents. Wondering about a Vaude Power Lizard? Any thoughts/suggestions?

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Last Post: Jul 21, 2016 1:51pm
by Margaret Brown

Sue & Ali

Mick Daniels Funeral

Mick's funeral will be held on Friday 15th July at 2.40pm at Rose Hill Crematorium, Doncaster and afterwards at The Blue Bell, Gringley-on-the-Hill. Sue says she will be pleased to see any Challengers who would like to come along.

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Last Post: Jul 20, 2016 9:59pm
by Alan Hardy

Terry Leyland

sad news,

hi all, very sad news regarding one of our own, the sad parting of Mick Daniels, mick was one of the originals of the challenge, RIP Mick. Terry

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Last Post: Jul 12, 2016 9:04pm
by stormin'

john donohoe

Sad News: Jim Maison

It's with a heavy heart I pass on the sad news from his wife Fiona that Jim Maison died on Thursday 30 June. Jim will be well known to many Challengers as both an enthusiastic participant and as a warm and friendly presence in Challenge Control. To spend an evening w...

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Last Post: Jul 12, 2016 8:54pm
by stormin'

Craig and Vicky Gulley

Mr Anthony Driscoll northern route

Mr Driscoll, I saw that you were mentioned in Martin Banfield's TGO account and that you went from Iverness to Fraserburgh. Vicky and I did that route last year and we loved it. If you get this message we were just wondering how was your experience. thanks

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Last Post: Jul 4, 2016 10:01pm
by Craig and Vicky ...

Terry Leyland

An Open Letter !!

Hi All, Gosh what kind of world are we living in now,The challenge so serious! Im sure we all look forward to this memorable 2 weeks its planning ,trials and tribulations, some like to rise very early,some come into camp later but its all part of our own personal...

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Last Post: Jul 3, 2016 3:57pm
by Gordon Green

Theo

math expression : any wizzkids out there ?

Living in Holland my challenge is to find an uphill area. In fact, there's not much hill in Holland. Therefor I've started using a treadmill in my fitnesscentre. I can adjust the gradiënt of the treadmill to up to 20%. Problem is it measures the distance but not...

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Last Post: Jul 1, 2016 3:53pm
by Theo

Lindy Griffiths

Question about rucsacks

I have tried very lightweight packs (Golight Pinacle) and all manner of heavy ones over the years. For the last few years I have carried a Montane Grand Tour 55, which isn't bad, though the stretch pockets are a bit dodgy when you are in the vicinity of brambles (I k...

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Last Post: Jun 28, 2016 4:26pm
by John Jocys

Sabine Zawadzki

Another set of pictures

I made a little Youtube - slideshow of my pictures, if anyone is interested (it is rather lenghty - sorry! ) Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rpb7RqZQgwI Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unYIPCV63bc

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Last Post: Jun 25, 2016 6:58pm
by Kirsten Paterson

Lindy Griffiths

A trundle in the hills: TGOC 2016

Just to let you all know I have posted my blog at http://lindywalks.blogspot.co.uk/ I hope this link is working!

Views: 610 Replies: 7

Last Post: Jun 24, 2016 5:28pm
by Mike Gillespie

Andrew W

MORE TGOC 2016 bloomin' Videos

Yes, I know.. There aren't enough hours in the day to watch them all. But, you need just 13min 48 secs for this one! TGOC 2016 In Pics

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Last Post: Jun 24, 2016 2:02pm
by Andrew W

Damien Barron

Fort Augustus to Aviemore

Hi all, hope you all enjoyed the Crossing in May and that the weather was as good as it was here in Ireland. I'm doing my own crossing in June. Unfortunately no time off to join you all in May. I'm looking for some advice on getting from Fort Augustus to Aviemore. I'...

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Last Post: Jun 21, 2016 2:33pm
by Damien Barron

Ali & Sue

TGO Challenge website down

The website is currently rather poorly and not functioning. David and Will at Kelsey are working hard to get working again - hopefully it will be available again later today.

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Last Post: Jun 21, 2016 9:13am
by Ali & Sue

Andre Hilhorst

Crossing the Caledonian Canal

Hello there, Next year I hope to be one of the lucky ones out on the hills for the Challenge. In the last twenty years I have walked and camped quite regularly in the Highlands, in all seasons, and always alone. So I feel I might be up to it :-). But... I have ne...

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Last Post: Jun 20, 2016 6:36pm
by Andre Hilhorst

alan.sloman

Thom Sandberg's Blog

Thom, a first time Challenger from the USA, has written up his walk in a highly entertaining blog that you can find by clicking on the link below: Walking to Wellesly Enjoy!

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Last Post: Jun 19, 2016 10:21am
by Lindy Griffiths

alan.sloman

David Brown's blog

David Brown, from Baltimore USA, has now completed three Challenges. Quite a few Americans arrived on the Challenge for the first time this year after being inspired reading David's excellent piece in the Washington Post. David gets right under the skin of the peo...

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Last Post: Jun 17, 2016 11:21pm
by Andrew W

alan.sloman

Google Photos of Phil's and my Challenge

A bit late, but here are my pictures of Phil's and my TGO Challenge from Dornie to Lunan Bay. You can click on the link below to get to my Google Photo Album: Alan & Phil's TGO Challenge 2016 Pictures If we bumped into you, you may well find yourself in...

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Last Post: Jun 17, 2016 8:08pm
by alan.sloman

Robin

Thanks for the photos

Thanks for all the photos everyone. I've really enjoyed looking through them all. It's some compensation for not being able to take part this year.

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Last Post: Jun 16, 2016 1:29pm
by Robin

Judith

Judith's photos - Oban to Ethie Haven

I've put my 2016 photos here Most of my previous TGO Challenge photos are in the other folders accessible from the index page. (I must get round to sorting out 2012 and 2013!) I've also created an index page for 2016 on my blog ..... which is here - although tha...

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Last Post: Jun 15, 2016 10:31pm
by Louise

Kevin Everett

Accommodation Crathie

Hi During the 2016 Challenge I spent the night in a B & B in Crathie. It would appear that the availability of accommodation in Crathie is not that well known. So please find below two accommodation websites - just in case you find you are that way in the future. I...

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Last Post: Jun 15, 2016 9:37am
by Kevin Everett

Gordon Green

Well, that was a nice stroll - TGO 2016

A few brief notes on my 2016 TGO Challenge.... http://aktovate1.blogspot.co.uk/2016/06/tgo-challenge-2016-mallaig-to-stonehaven.html

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Last Post: Jun 14, 2016 11:24am
by Robin

Andy Howell

Maurice Woolf Series Now Complete

The series of Maurice Woolf — master musician and werwolf of the Upper Dulnaine — is now complete. I guess partially as a result of living in such inaccessible country (a reminder that Maurice died before the modern day rush to drive tracks everywhere...

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Last Post: Jun 12, 2016 11:30am
by Andy Howell

Emma

Another set of photos

If you haven't wearied yet of photos of blue skies and people camping in scenic spots, here are some more: photos.

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Last Post: Jun 11, 2016 1:19am
by Gordie

William Burton

Another One

http://www.bajanthings.com/ Synopsis of my 4 TGO's William

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Last Post: Jun 10, 2016 3:29pm
by Lindy Griffiths

Andy Howell

Calling all Challenger Musicians

I'm looking for TGO challengers who are also musicians, to join me in a musical TGO-related project. I'm looking at those of youth play acoustic instruments. Andy Walker is really involved and JJ is on my radar. But I know there are fiddle players as well. The onl...

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Last Post: Jun 9, 2016 9:35pm
by Andrew W

Bill Sylvester

Found hat

Found ten months ago on the Dales Way. Olive green floppy hat, with a lot of badges including The Great Outdoors Challenge and Ultimate Challenge (the latter, green and white with ibex). Other badges include MBA, Seefeld 1200 Tyrol, YHA, SYHA etc, One distinctive...

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Last Post: Jun 9, 2016 4:37pm
by Emily @ TGO Maga...

Markus Petter

My TGOC 2016 adventure

Here´s the link to my TGOC 16 Flickr album: https://www.flickr.com/photos/135457297@N03/albums/72157669186546165/with/26787259064/ With real bog action heroes, the werewolves of the Dulnain, ptarmigans in love, some nervous sheep and a lot more ... Enjo...

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Last Post: Jun 8, 2016 9:40am
by Markus Petter

Jenny Selley

Nepal trip anyone?

Now we are back from roaming the hills in Scotland, maybe some of you might be interested in a trek in Nepal. A Sherpa friend of ours is taking a group to the Gokyo Lakes from 29 Oct to 21 Nov. He's a qualified guide, not part of any of the big companies so service...

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Last Post: Jun 8, 2016 9:00am
by Jenny Selley

Lindy Griffiths

Countdown clock for next year's Challenge

I don't know if anyone is interested, but I have just made a countdown clock for next year's Challenge! https://countingdownto.com/countdown/t-g-o-challenge-2017-12-may-2017-countdown-clock

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Last Post: Jun 7, 2016 5:25pm
by Lindy Griffiths

Kirsten Paterson

Photos anyone?

Well, looks like I'm the first to put these on the Bulletin Board but I know lots of people did their blogs/photos as they went along. Here's the link to my pictures anyway if anyone wants to plough through all 241 of them. https://www.flickr.com/gp/32831770@N07/Xm...

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Last Post: Jun 6, 2016 8:35pm
by Kirsten Paterson

Andy Howell

The Life of Maurice Woolf: Master Jazzman and Werwolf of the Upper Dulnain

Regular readers of the Challenge noticeboard will remember the name of Maurice Woolf, a regular contributor to these pages. Like many who encounter us as we walk across Scotland, Maurice took pride is his association with the challenge and — or so it is rumoure...

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Last Post: Jun 6, 2016 1:38pm
by Eimar Woolf

Peter Atkinson

A slightly irreverent blog....

... not too irreverent but there might be some swear words... hope it's okay to post; regardless, reflects Nick's and my first crossing and it was totally joyous. And yes, many thanks to Sue and Ali who kept us on the straight and narrow! Pete http://mostlyp...

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Last Post: Jun 6, 2016 12:57pm
by Kevin Everett

Andrew W

TGOC 2016 Ardrishaig to Kinnebar Links over bumpy stuff

This may or may not allow public viewing. Let me know TGOC 2016 Album I will add some captions over the next week.

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Last Post: Jun 5, 2016 2:15pm
by Martin Rye

frederic

Gap year confirmed for 2017

Starting to plan a 3 weeks, family holiday for summer 2017 in the USA ( western coast probably ) But i plan to be back in 2018 :)

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Last Post: Jun 3, 2016 12:20pm
by frederic

Adrian

2016 Challenge pics

Here's my effort. Trimmed them down to a reasonable amount. Clicky Here

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Last Post: Jun 3, 2016 10:32am
by Markus Petter

Louise

Oban to Stonehaven...the blog

Incase you need some bedtime reading, this should help you nod off... http://gemini-challenge.blogspot.co.uk/p/the-great-outdoors-challenge-2016-oban.html?m=0

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Last Post: Jun 2, 2016 8:11pm
by Louise

scott

dates for 2017

does anyone know the dates for the 2017 challenge if so could you let me know , many thanks sam

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Last Post: May 31, 2016 6:10pm
by Sandy

Vicky Grace

Thank you

Just wanted to say a big thank you to Ali & Sue for all their hard work with this year's challenge. I think you'll all agree it was once again a great success. Thank you also to the vettors, all the people en route including the Tarfside & Callater Lodge Clans, a...

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Last Post: May 31, 2016 2:07pm
by William Burton

mark swift

Blog - TGO Challenge

Im new to blogging so be gentle. Here is mine with its first 3 posts about the TGO. https://theantisocialhiker.com

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Last Post: May 31, 2016 9:45am
by Louise

Louise

Photos Oban to Stonehaven

There's just one or two photos, if anyone is interested... https://goo.gl/photos/mihcz7aH8Jyu8Lou6

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Last Post: May 30, 2016 8:09pm
by mark swift

Jenny & Ian Adamson

WEDDING THANKYOUS

We would like to say a huge THANKYOU to everyone who made our wedding day so immensely enjoyable, especially to Ali & Sue who made it all possible in the first place. We are humbly grateful for all the effort and hard work they put in to making it happen. Our thank...

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Last Post: May 30, 2016 10:04am
by Ian C

stefan leyland

Thank you for everyone on the challenge that donated for Leo

Hi all i just want to say a really big thank you to all that donated along the way across the challenge and at the park hotel at the finish dinner. We raised just under £500 thats just amazing!! I am going to pay it into Leos Just giving page under TGO when i ha...

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Last Post: May 28, 2016 10:54pm
by stefan leyland

Alan R

Slayers Arms Cannich

The Slayers Arms hosts Scott & Ange would like to thank all 2016 challengers who visited and enjoyed the hospitality and they look forward to welcoming you all again next year. In the meantime, me & Sheila will enjoy a nice pint of Cairngorm Tradewinds and thinking o...

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Last Post: May 28, 2016 8:10pm
by Phil Lambert

Robin

Best wishes to Ian and Jen for their wedding

Hope you have a wonderful day

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Last Post: May 28, 2016 8:00am
by Croydon

Martin Rye

Train ticket home.

I have an unused 1st class train ticket going for Friday morning from Montrose to London. See Andy Walker in the Park Hotel for details as he has it. Cost is low at £50

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Last Post: May 25, 2016 11:43pm
by Martin Rye

Jeremy Burrows

Terra Nova 44cm tent rods

OK ... so last year I managed to lose one of the end poles for my tent. Don't ask me how! It was there when I camped at Loch Vrotachan; and it wasn't the next time I came to use my tent. According to the Terra Nova website, these are called "44 cm carbon rods", an...

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Last Post: May 23, 2016 11:58am
by Robin

Emily @ TGO Magazine

Twitter

I've been trying to retweet as many Challenger Tweets as I can, to keep family and friends updated. Feel free to tag #tgochallenge to keep me on my toes.

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Last Post: May 18, 2016 12:58pm
by Emily @ TGO Maga...

Nick and Lyn Metcalfe

Good luck Russ Manion

Good luck Russ keep us posted. Love Nick and Lyn x

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Last Post: May 13, 2016 12:55pm
by Nick and Lyn Met...

Ali & Sue

National Limerick Day

Apparently today is National Limerick Day. We know a lot of you will be spending the day sitting on buses, trains or planes so how about composing a Challenge based limerick whilst you travel? There will of course be a fantastic prize for the best one - an extra bi...

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Last Post: May 13, 2016 8:48am
by Theo

Melanie Pocock

GOOD LUCK!!

GOOD LUCK! And remember, tea, coffee, scones, soup, etc. at Couige Lodge :) xxx

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Last Post: May 12, 2016 8:19pm
by Melanie Pocock

Melanie Pocock

Accommodation at Cougie

Hello all, Just a wee note to wish you all the best of luck again this year! Also, we have plenty availability at Cougie Lodge and the Annexe this year - in fact we have been very quiet with bookings. Please let us know if you need a bed (and/or food) at all an...

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Last Post: May 12, 2016 8:16pm
by Melanie Pocock

Colin Tock

Have a Great Crossing

To all of my Challenge chums out there, do have an enjoyable, successfull and aboeve all, safe TGOC'16. Sorry not to be able to join you this year for one reason or other but hope to see you perhaps next year. Colin Tock, (enroute Mull of Galloway to Dunnet He...

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Last Post: May 12, 2016 7:05pm
by Colin Tock

Deputy Dawg

Have a fab crossing!

You lucky lot – this may well be the first of a couple or three successive GWCs (Good Weather Crossings), according to Deputy Dawg's infallible crystal ball. Hope you've all packed y'r sunscreen and floppy hats – I know for sure that you'll keep your blad...

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Last Post: May 12, 2016 2:52pm
by Deputy Dawg

Brian

Last cuppa before Stonehaven

Folks, the best of luck with your upcoming adventures. I live on the road between Auchenblae and Stonehaven, which often seems to be used by Challengers heading towards Stonehaven. Personally I would stay up in Fetteresso Forest until the end at Swanley, but if an...

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Last Post: May 12, 2016 10:30am
by Brian

Willem Fox

Accomodation Oban Youth Hostel Available

My room (2 beds) in Oban YH is still available. So if you need it, take it! It's paid for (B&B), the miserly Dutchman says...... The hostel is aware that they can give away the room to any challenger. Have a great crossing!! Willem

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Last Post: May 12, 2016 9:39am
by Willem Fox

Willem Fox

Last Minute Withdrawal

Just got the message that my sister is seriously ill. Some challenges are even bigger than the TGO one, so I stay home. Wish you all a great crossing and hope to see you next year. Willem

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Last Post: May 12, 2016 7:14am
by Deputy Dawg

alan.sloman

Meeting up at the Bree Louise, Euston.

For all those traveling on the Caledonian Sleepers from Euston this Wednesday night (ie tomorrow!) I have booked a table at the Bree Louise pub in Coburg Street from 6:45pm onwards. Could you let me know if you'll be there? Ta Pooh-Bah, Lord High Everything...

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 10:00pm
by Paul Southward

Russ Carmichael

Shiel bridge camping

Due to some lost luggage I will be arriving at Shiel bridge 8 pm may 12. Any camp site suggestions. Have fun everyone, thanks Russ

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 8:30pm
by Ian Sinclair

Janet Chubb

Oban Starters

Just wondered if Oban starters were meeting for chat/meal? Janet

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 8:15pm
by Kevin Everett

Emily @ TGO Magazine

Have a great crossing, one and all!

Best of luck everybody. May the weather prove cooperative and the midgies stay away. Chris and Will from TGO will be crossing along with you this year. I'll look forward to catching up with you in Montrose. Enjoy!

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 4:03pm
by Louise

Alan Hardy

Braemar camp site - UPDATE

I've just heard that there have been a few non-Challenger cancellations for the 21st May so if you haven't booked now is the time.

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 3:47pm
by jj

terry

steady!!!

Steady, Steady,Me lovelies !!! AND there off !!!! good trip all, and don't let the ticks get you,

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 2:28pm
by Freddy

Willem Fox

Accomodation YH Oban and resupply Parcels Available

- Due to my withdrawal I cancelled my Room and Breakfast in Oban Youth Hostel for the 12th May. - I've sent resupply parcels to the "Post Office and Tearoom" in Bridge of Balgie, Blair Atholl Caravan Park and Clova Hotel. Take whatever you need. If you...

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 8:49am
by Kirsten Paterson

Stefan Leyland

London gatwick

Hi is any challengers leaving from London gatwick tomorrow on the 8:55 easy jet flight?

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 6:17am
by Stefan Leyland

Scott Rae

Thursday night in Oban

Is there a favoured eating/watering hole in Oban for the Thursday evening?

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 12:55am
by Scott Rae

Sheila

Blisters - tip

I never normally get blisters on my heels but for some reason this year I have had sore blistered heels every time I've gone out walking. I found the following tip in the Daily Mail (runners amongst you may already know about this trick) - seemed too good to bel...

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Last Post: May 11, 2016 12:40am
by jj

Mark Williams

Good luck everyone!

Hi everyone! For those taking part this year I'd like to wish you all a very enjoyable and safe crossing! For the first timers, I've done two full crossings since 2013 and I enjoyed the whole Challenge experience immensely on both occasions! I didn't a...

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 8:54pm
by Andrew W

William Burton

I am off

I am starting the TGO 16 in a few hours from Barbados. Good luck to all and I hope that the good weather I sent lasts for the next 2 weeks! Hope to meet along the way! Cheers, William

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 6:42pm
by William Burton

stefan leyland

Last min change of mind

Hi i need some good info, I know its late i know. I am trying to decide whether to take my gortex coat with some of the seals totally shot or to take a new berghaus coat i have but its a AQ2. Has anyone been in foul weather with a AQ2 jacket and are they any good. Th...

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 4:13pm
by stefan leyland

Ray Disson

FWA Exploration Group

I believe The Annual General Meeting of the FWA Exploration group will take place at the Bree Louise public house, Coburg Street, London on Wednesday evening. I expect all will be welcome however your eligibilty or even ability to speak and/or vote on items raised...

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 8:09am
by Ray Disson

Jayme Morgan

TGO 2016 cocktail party

From Drop Box

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 7:44am
by Alistair Pooler

Ali & Sue

Spare sleeper ticket from Crewe - Wednesday night

Sadly Graham Weaver has had to withdraw from this year's Challenge. He has a sleeper ticket that leaves from Crewe on Wednesday evening and goes to Inverness. If anyone would like it please contact us on tgoc@newtonmorehostel.co.uk or ideally phone on 01540 673583...

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 7:41am
by Ali & Sue

Stefan Leyland

Keep checking your kit

How many times have you checked your kit so far? Do you have that niggling feeling youve forgotten something yet. ha ha

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 6:27am
by stefan leyland

Larry

challenge trail walk!

hi you guys, well I'm headn on in this saturday for your great challenge trail walk my 3rd and boy i sure can't waite to get started,am planing to visit two of scotland great cities of paisley n motherwell,do they have castles there, guys I've been fallowing all you...

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 6:23am
by stefan leyland

Paul Southward

This time next week I shall be.....

Walking from just south of the Falls of Glmoch to Cougie (17 miles). And you?

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Last Post: May 10, 2016 6:10am
by stefan leyland

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