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Inside the 2026 Winter Spine Races: Grit, records and real-world endurance
If you want proof that the Winter Spine Race deserves its reputation as Britain’s toughest ultramarathon, look no further than 2026.
The story behind The Spine Race (and why it’s become the winter ultra)
If you only know The Spine Race as “that brutal thing up the Pennine Way in January”, you’re missing the best bit: it wasn’t born out of UK ultra-running at all.
Looking back at 2025 – thank you for being part of it
A look back at 2025 at GPS Training — from major GPS launches and satellite communication becoming mainstream, to new tools, training and the people who made it all possible. A genuine thank you to everyone who supported us along the way.
Satellite Phone vs Garmin inReach: Which should you take on a UK walk or expedition?
When you’re heading into the hills, the remote glens of Scotland, or anywhere with patchy mobile reception, having a reliable way to communicate could be the difference between a minor inconvenience and a serious incident. Two technologies dominate the conversation: satellite phones and Garmin inReach satellite communicators.
Top 10 Winter Walking Tips
There’s something special about winter walking in the UK, the crisp air, the crunch of frozen ground, and the rare stillness you only find in cold weather. But shorter daylight, unpredictable conditions, and icy paths all demand extra preparation.
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