Ben's 2026 TGO Challenge East
Posted by Ben Pearson on Oct 15, 2026
The TGO East challenge is a shorter, sister event to the main TGO challenge, lasting roughly 7 – 8 days compared to the usual 2 weeks of the main event. The organisers describe it as: “The TGO East offers a way for less experienced backpackers and those who lack confidence in their skills to ‘find their feet’ in the TGO challenge area while experiencing some of the demands
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Liam's 2026 TGO Challenge East
Posted by Liam Hollinshead on Sep 30, 2026
TGO EAST – Dalwhinnie to St. Cyrus
What is the TGO East?
We love the TGO challenge here at Ultralight, it’s an event that has been running for over 40 years. People from around the world come to Scotland to conquer its terrain from east to west. In a self-support coast to coast walk that exposes you to the majesty of Scotland. In 2026 they introduced the TGO Challenge East…
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Montane Norste XT 3L Jacket Review - ''My MVP piece of kit on a very wet and windy TGOEast''
Posted by Liam Hollinshead on Jul 10, 2026
It is not often when you have a piece of clothing that really impresses you with not only looks but also its performance. The Norste XT 3L jacket is a simply stunning piece of kit.
Rain? No problem.
The main function of a waterproof jacket is that you want to remain dry, or in challenging weather conditions, as dry as possible. Keeping the water out is the outer fabric ‘Pertex Shield 3L&rsq
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