Welcome to my Blog

Capturing memories from around the world. Like marathons on every continent, climbing the world’s highest peaks, backpacking over 75 countries, an Ironman triathlon, multiday hikes, whitewater kayaking, bike touring, and lots of challenges in between. This is my story, and everything I've learned along the way.

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Knock-Me-Down Adventure Race

Knock-Me-Down Adventure Race

Cycling, running and kayaking across Waterford's Knockmealdown Mountains. It almost broke me!

Mourne Seven Sevens

Mourne Seven Sevens

All seven peaks above 700m in the Mourne mountains in one notoriously tough race.

13 Peaks - The Irish Munros

13 Peaks - The Irish Munros

Breaking the self-supported record by climbing every 3,000ft peak in Ireland in one day!

Ballinskelligs Olympic Triathlon

Ballinskelligs Olympic Triathlon

HARDMANs Olympic distance race over a sandy and hilly Kerry coastline. In a heatwave!

Mont Blanc (4,808m)

Mont Blanc (4,808m)

Climbing the Highest Peak in Western Europe.

West Highland Way

West Highland Way

Scotlands most famous trail. 154km of lakes and hills to the snow covered summit of Ben Nevis.

The Kerry Way

The Kerry Way

Ireland's longest waymarked trail, fastpacked in a rain storm. Unadvisable, but incredibly memorable.

Marrakech Marathon

Marrakech Marathon

A very Irish race, in the ancient red city. Camels, deserts, tea & Will Smith. This was a fun trip!

Backpacking South East Asia

Backpacking South East Asia

The most famous backpacker route in the world. Temples, islands, hot air balloons and lots of food.

Chiang Mai Marathon

Chiang Mai Marathon

Running through Thailand's ancient city at night to beat the heat. It was still very hot.

Mount Kosciuszo (2,228m)

Mount Kosciuszo (2,228m)

Climbing the Highest Peak in Australia.

Backpacking New Zealand

Backpacking New Zealand

Seven weeks exploring the cities, mountains, rivers & skies of my favourite country in the world.