Rucksack Readers are guidebooks to some of the finest long-distance walks and most inspiring mountains in the world. They make beautiful souvenirs, with 50-80 colour photographs, and are reliable companions, updated regularly.

Our rucksack-friendly format is unique. Each book:

  • is waterproof
  • has a route map
  • is bound to open flat
  • is lightweight (115-175g/4-6 oz).

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Speyside Way available to pre-order

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We are pleased to announce our new Speyside Way edition. Based on fresh fieldwork in July/August, it has been fully revised with improved directions (including the new terminus in Buckie) and redrawn plans. The new book is being printed and will be ready for early September. Pre-order it here.

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What people say about us

“We were surprised by the small-scale mapping, but it worked well and gave us the big picture.”

“We loved your stunning wildlife photos: between us we spotted every species your author mentioned.”