There are boltholes, and then there are bothies. For the uninitiated, a bothy is a free-to-use stone shelter often found in the most remote locations – ideal for campers breaking off the beaten track. For Edinburgh-based adventurer Joshua Adeyemi, bothies are brilliant. Adeyemi – who was crowned Rambler’s Scotland’s 2023 Walking Champion – has gained legions of online followers for his love of exploring the most remote parts of Scotland.

“I’m passionate about the outdoors and adventure, and I spend a significant amount of my time exploring the Scottish Highlands,” Joshua - who is co-founder of Black Scottish Adventurers - tells us. “I consider it one of the most awe-inspiring places in the world. The Highlands are an adventurer's playground, offering a wide range of activities for everyone, regardless of their chosen outdoor pursuit.”

Recently, those pursuits extended to taking a Brompton G-Line bicycle to breathtaking locations like the Isle of Skye, Pentland Regional Park in Edinburgh, and Glencoe. “I chose these places because they are among my favourites in Scotland, and I knew the Brompton G-Line would make it easier to access some of their key spots,” recalls Joshua. “My experiences included a hill climb on the Brompton G-Line, a lengthy scenic ride through the Scottish Highlands, and a hike and swim that provided a thrilling sense of freedom on the Isle of Skye.”

That sense of freedom extends well beyond his Caledonian climbs, as Joshua has found since having a Brompton G-Line. “It’s been a game-changer for my outdoor experiences. I’ve also been using it to travel into town, which is about a 40-minute ride, to meet up with friends. The new 20-inch wheels are fantastic, handling all types of terrain with ease. I used to go for a walk after work, but now I have more options. I can cycle, easily pick up shopping with my backpack, and not worry about locking up the bike.”

Back with the bothies, the Brompton G-Line has been equally liberating away from its urban heartlands, thanks to some important features. “As someone who believes that the higher you go the better the view, I was pleasantly surprised by how the G-Line performed when tackling elevation. It blew my mind! The ergonomic handlebar grips are a great addition, and the eight-speed shifter makes tackling rugged terrain much easier. And then there’s the colour! I opted for the adventure orange colourway, so I'm as bright as the sun and super visible when I'm out riding.”

Let’s hope that the sun shines brightly when you’re heading for any of Josh’s best bothy recommendations, below…