Reviews of The Rob Roy Way: from Drymen to Pitlochry

The reviews below refer to "The Rob Roy Way: from Drymen to Pitlochry" published by Rucksack Readers. To find out more about this book, click on its cover or Look inside its pages or visit its Gallery.

Excerpt from 5-star review at Amazon.com

The Rob Roy Way is located along the trails and areas frequented by Rob Roy during his daring adventures. The trail also includes stops at Rob Roy's grave and at the Rob Roy Visitor Center. Moreover, various archeological and historical sites from early prehistory through historical sites can also be enjoyed while undertaking this trail. However, the high point of this tour is the breathtaking highland scenery as well as the beautiful flora and abundant fauna.

The Rob Roy Way outlines not only the background story of Rob Roy and the various stops along this walking trail (including waterproof full color maps) but also details various long walking and hiking fundamentals. These details include what types of equipment the participant should bring to complete the walk, how long the various legs of the journey will take, and how weather and seasonally may potentially affect the trail. There are also helpful tips especially for novices about daily mileage, feet, weight, and the right gear.

Read the full review by Tami Brady of Calgary, Canada at Amazon.com

Excerpt from the Clan Gregor Society Newsletter, Winter 2002

A route of dramatic and ever-changing landscapes steeped in history and tradition, it follows paths and tracks well known to our forebears, most notably Rob himself. Since there are numerous access points, this is a walk which can readily be done in stages ...

From Newsletter no 54, page 15

Email from a Canadian reader

"The books arrived yesterday. They look great: pertinent, well illustrated, informative and tough. I look forward to buying more in the future!"

Peter Outridge, Quebec, Canada

Excerpt from tgo (The Great Outdoors) review October 2002

... The guidebook is very clear and concise. It looks like a good route for those who prefer a soft bed at night, and the guide tells you everything you'd want to know.

Cameron McNeish, Editor