Quest Killarney
The hardest race of the year, from the lakes to Mangerton. Good thing I'm getting used to these.
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.
Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m) - The Highest Point in Africa
Climbing the Highest Peak in Africa.
Tour du Mont Blanc - 9 Days on Europe's Best Trail
The most famous & scenic hike in Europe. 170km through the French, Italian & Swiss Alps.
Gaelforce Connemara
The most beginner friendly race in Ireland. Running, cycling and kayaking in Killary Fjord.
Malin to Mizen - Cycling the Length of Ireland
Phase 3; Cycling the Length of Ireland, from Donegal to Cork. A week of battling the wind!
The Wicklow Way - Hiking Ireland's Oldest Trail
Phase 2; Hiking 130km on Irelands oldest trail. Revisiting the hills and valleys that shaped me.
Shannon Source to Sea - Ireland's Longest River Solo
Phase 1; The first solo descent of Ireland’s longest river. 10yrs of kayaking led to this.
Dingle Adventure Race
Our most iconic mixed-sport event, through the water, roads and hills of the Dingle peninsula.
RedBull Conquer the Cashel
A 2km obstacle course under the Rock of Cashel, made huge by Red Bull money!
Gaelforce Turf Warrior
How I won Gaelforce's 8km mud run through the depths of the Connemara bog!
Vancouver Marathon
A week with friends who emigrated, exploring the mountains, circus, escape room and marathon!
Valentia Half Marathon
Getting to revisit my favourite island. This time running the hills with views of the Skelligs.
Killarney Olympic Duathlon
Starting the triathlon season with a fast race through Killarney National Park, minus the water.
Rome Marathon
My first official marathon, with ancient wonders, cobbled streets and a heat stroked Brian!
Quest Kenmare
Time for more suffering! My second race of the Quest series in normally beautiful Kenmare.
Gap of Dunloe Half Marathon
The first race of the HARDMAN calendar; a hilly route through Ireland's most picturesque valley.
Quest Glendalough
Bike, run, bike, run, kayak, run! A whole new challenge through beginners eyes.
Valentia Triathlon As An Ironman
A return to Valentia for my favourite sprint triathlon, this time as an experienced triathlete.
100,000 Steps in a Day
How hard could it be?
County Tops - Climbing Ireland's 32 Peaks in One Week
Breaking the self supported record by climbing 32 peaks in 1 week. The ultimate Irish adventure.
Hardman Killarney - Learnings from my First Full Ironman
My journey from complete beginner to finishing Ireland's most scenic Ironman distance triathlon.
Hardman Bantry - My Half Ironman Nightmare
So many jellyfish! An itentionally brutal race that's set on a remote airplane landing strip.
Hardman Waterville - My First Half Ironman
My go to recommendation for a longer distance race, tough as hell, but absolutely worth it!
Compostella Sprint Triathlon
I hosted my own triathlon! Here's how it went.
Morocco - Surfing in Sidi Ifni
A week of sun, kayak-surfing, exploring and great food on the Western coast of Morocco.
Valentia Triathlon As A Beginner
Ireland's best sprint triathlon, from the perspective of a complete novice.
Zambia - The Mighty Zambezi
The greatest river on Earth! Huge rapids & multiday trips below Victoria Falls & Devil's Pool.
My Gaisce Journey
The project that shaped my life for ten years. The Bronze, Silver & Gold Gaisce Awards.
India - The Meghalaya Classics
Multi-day paddling the Umtrew, Kopili & Kynshi. Grade 5 monsters in the worlds rainiest place.
Uganda - Kayaking the Nile
Personal notes from my two months living in Bujagali Village as a full time kayaker.
