What an incredible journey the last 18 months has been for Skyrunning in the UK, Skyline Scotland as an event in its own right, and for me personally.

When I committed to organising the first Salomon Glen Coe Skyline, I knew that I would need to increase my personal Skyrunning race experience so that I could fully understand the flavour of these amazing races, and how I could bring this experience to Scotland. As a result I have recently raced at Zegama Aizkorri, Tromsø SkyRace, Dolomites Skyrace and Kima Trophy, and they have all been brilliant experiences that have helped shape my understanding of Skyrunning. Along the way, I’ve made new friends including many athletes (from elite to back-of-the-pack), organisers and some friendly Italian hospital staff (Kima really is a tough race!).

The 2015 Salomon Skyline Scotland races attracted wide attention, with competitors sharing their experiences in blogs and write-ups across various platforms. The races, including the iconic Glen Coe Skyline, pushed participants to their limits with rugged, mountainous terrain and dramatic ascents.