Strap Yer Boots – Details, episodes & analysis

In this final episode of Season 1, April and Laura take their boots off and reflect on everything the year has held — the grit, the growth, the quiet wins, and the moments that changed us.

We talk through the journey of Strap Yer Boots, celebrate April’s achievements on the hills and her incredible Ironman accomplishment, and relive one of the most unforgettable moments of the year: Laura’s engagement on Table Mountain.

 Most of all, this episode is about gratitude. Thank you to every guest who shared their stories so openly, and to everyone who listened, supported, encouraged, and believed in us along the way. This community means everything to us. 

Don't forget to strap yer boots.. we don't want you to fall over..

Catch ya next time.

A&L

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Today’s guest is a mountaineer driven by life above sea level. From Mont Blanc and Island Peak to 4,000-metre Alpine giants like Gran Paradiso, Castor, Pollux, and the Breithorn, his journey spans the Alps to the Himalayas. A defining 2024 expedition on Ama Dablam shaped a mindset of resilience, proving that progress isn’t just about summits—it’s about showing up and pushing on. From Errigal and Carrauntoohil to the wild cliffs of Croaghaun, his love for the mountains starts at home and reaches the world’s highest places.

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In 1994, ultramarathon runner Mauro Prosperi vanished during the Marathon des Sables — lost in the vast Sahara for nine days. This is the harrowing true story of endurance, desperation, and the will to survive when the desert closes in.

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At just 24 years old, Walter Bonatti was left stranded at 8,100 metres on K2 — a single night of survival that would become one of the greatest controversies in mountaineering history. Frozen, oxygen-starved, and betrayed by his own team, Bonatti endured the unendurable. But that was only the beginning of a career defined by integrity and impossible courage.

In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we journey through the life of the man they called “the conscience of alpinism.” From his bold first ascent of the Dru’s southwest pillar to his solo winter climb of the Matterhorn, Bonatti redefined what it meant to climb with purity and purpose.

We’ll explore the triumphs, the isolation, and the lifelong scars left by K2 — not just physical, but moral. Through it all, Bonatti refused to compromise his principles, insisting that how you reach a summit matters more than reaching it at all.

This is the story of a climber who walked away from fame to protect something greater — his truth.

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In Part Two of our Kilimanjaro recap we are answering your questions on everything from gear to our best and worst memories of the trip. We hear some more reflections from our fellow climbers & we share the all important boot recommendations for taking on the roof of Africa.

If you're planning a hike of this iconic mountain we've got you covered so that you can pack snacks - not regrets.

Strap Yer Boots!

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Fresh off the slopes of Africa’s highest peak, we’re back at sea level and ready to unpack it all. In this episode, we relive our Kilimanjaro adventure — from the toughest climbs and funniest moments to the quiet reflections that hit us above the clouds.

We’re also bringing in stories and voice clips from others who made the journey with us, sharing their highs, lows, and everything in between. 

Whether you’ve dreamt of climbing Kilimanjaro or just love a good adventure story, this one’s packed with laughter, lessons, and a few surprises from the summit.

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This week we have a small teaser on our Kilimanjaro episode which will be available next week 15th October. Spoiler alert we both made it in one piece!

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Discovered in the Alps in 1991, Ötzi the Iceman is a 5,300-year-old mummy whose body has revealed astonishing details about Copper Age life—his clothes, tools, tattoos, even his last meal. But Ötzi also carries evidence of violent injuries, leaving scientists to ask: was he a victim of murder, survival gone wrong, or something else entirely? In this episode, we uncover the mysteries of Europe’s oldest cold case.

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In December 1943, a brand-new USAAF C-47 Skytrain on a ferry flight to England veered off course and struck the slopes of Cnoc na Péiste in the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks. All five crewmen were killed, their story buried in confusion over dates, wartime secrecy, and the remoteness of the Kerry mountains. 

In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we retrace the doomed flight, the recovery, and the enduring mystery of “the forgotten crash” in Ireland’s highest range. Along the way, we uncover how the Reeks have kept fragments of the tragedy alive—wreckage in the lake, memorials on the ridge, and the memory of five Americans lost far from home. 

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In this episode of Strap Yer Boots, we sit down with John O’Brien— Irish military leader turned outdoor adventurer. With over 26 years of service, John’s career took him from managing complex investigations to leading multinational teams in challenging environments. 

In 2019, he founded Little Big Adventures Ireland, where he now shares his passion for the outdoors as a qualified Mountain Leader. We chat about the lessons the mountains can teach us, how military precision translates to the wild, and why adventure is for everyone.

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