In this first ever episode, Kathi Kamleitner, maker of "Wild for Scotland", takes us on a Hebridean bike ride.

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Wild for Scotland: "'Push and Pull' – A Journey to Barra and Vatersay by Bike"

Join me for a self-powered journey across Barra and Vatersay, the southernmost (inhabited) islands in the Outer Hebrides.

‘Push and Pull’ is a story about slowing down and exploring the Isles of Barra and Vatersay by bike. I spent 3 nights on these islands which I had only visited once before – to travel even slower, by foot on the Hebridean Way. Yet somehow, I never felt like I did these islands justice – seeing so little of them on my hike… That’s what this story is about – maximising your time on the island, while also slowing down to immerse yourself in the landscapes.

We’ll explore Barra and Vatersay by bike, battle the hilly roads out of Castlebay and learn about the transformations that happen at Traigh Mhor – the big beach up north on the Isle of Barra. We meet the merry dancers in the night skies and follow the road south to the beaches of Vatersay.

At the end of the episode, I share my top tips for a slow adventure in Barra and Vatersay.

Credits:

Wild for Scotland is part of the Tremula Network - adventure and outdoor podcasts off the beaten path.

Written & hosted by Kathi Kamleitner

Co-Producer, Editor & Sound Designer: Fran Turauskis

Podcast art: Lizzie Vaughan-Knight

Original music: Bruce Wallace

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