3 day hike & wildcamp in the Arrochar Alps Scotland.
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- this week see's myself & Dan head to Scotland to the lomond & trossachs national park for a three day hike & wildcamp in the arrochar alps.the aim was to start in arrochar & complete the summits of beinn narnain,beinn ime,ben vane & ben vorlich.we managed the first two & camped on beinn ime our first 1000+ metre wildcamp.however the second day the difficult terrain took its toll on us & by the time we summited ben vane we made a decision to camp there & ben vorlich is there for another day.a fantastic trip among amazing mountain scenery which had me lost for words at the sheer beauty of the place.a return trip is very much on the cards.
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Absolutely cracking video scotland is stunning should be on TV with these that u make
Always stunning video's Andy ,Going through your videos from the start ,Keep them coming , All you wild campers bring compulsive viewing on these dark nights .Thanks
It's great to have someone on CZcams who speaks proper Yorkshire.
Thanks Brab born & raised mate tfw.Andy.
What fantastic views of Scotland, been there many times with lochs & glens coach trips but you dont get them views from down below. going again this june. Been binge watching yours and Pauls channels, all very interesting!
Some great time lapse photography there, beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Really enjoyed this film Andy. Some lovely shots of the Southern Highlands.
It is a while since I have walked in Scotland and I had forgotten just how many lochs there are.
Hope to see you filming north of the border again soon.
Cheers John
Hi John yeah there's plenty lochs about up there,seems to be one every direction you look.thta's the plan to get up there again this winter hopefully.tfw.Andy.
Stunning location and great videography. Looked parky as we say up North. Enjoyed and another for the list, when restrictions lifted (and weather ok 👍) Thanks
You can even shoot into the Sun. Really enjoyed the views.
Just watched this with a pint of landlord what could be better i loved this scotland trip you make it in a way like i am there with you respect to you
Thanks Mark..thats what I try to get over mate taking the viewers along with the experience.. tfw.
A thoroughly enjoyable watch. Stunning views captured so well with your photography. Once again, thanks Andy for the commentary and advice provided for walking up on the hills. Atb Chris
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Andrew ...That was a pleasure to watch. Beautiful scenery and great footage
Thanks & tfw Andy.
fantastic vid, those views, stunning, yr vid came up as a recommendation , glad it did. And I will def be ordering a emergency bivi ..liked and subbed..look forward to watching more of you..ATB WJ
Hi Jay & thanks for the sub much appreciated..stunning views up scotland & yeah those emergency bivies are worth carrying tfw Andy.
Alreet there Andy,
Both you and Dan have excelled 'yer sens' with this latest adventure.
It certainly takes it out of you climbing with the big packs on, but the rewards justifies the effort.
Good section on the emergency bivvie, it's always wise to take and pack a temporary shelter an essential part of the kit as it clearly shows on your video, the weather can change so fast.
Scotland is an absolute majestic place and the misconception that they hate 'us, sassenachs' is misplaced.
The Scots are some of the most generous people you could wish to meet.
Loved the shots and time lapses, plus the length of the filming.Exquisite M8.
Hats off to you and Dan.
Look after thee Sen.
Cheers
Mick.
Thanks Michael ayy the folk who ran the place we left the car couldn't have been more friendly it sure is a misconception they dont like us.we also had a good chat with them on arriving back.we sure had all 4 seasons up there in 3 days & as you say that emergency bivvie does come in handy as we'd have been soaked without that.absolutely stunning place & a re-visit is deffo on the cards.tfw.Andy.
Thoroughly enjoyed watching this. Those packs looked heavy , but I suppose the rapidly changing weather means you have to have the right kit. Absolutely stunning views. ATB Phil
Thanks phil yeah the packs were heavy but with 3 days worth of snap & xtra clothing plus winter gear we certainly needed it. tfw Andy.
Thanks for the stunning videography Andrew. Fantastic views and hiking. Glad the weather was good. I used to travel through Arrochar on my to Kintrye, fond memories of the place.
Thanks Alan & tfw Andy.
Tough walking with full kit and bags loaded. Cracking weather for your trip 👍. Ben Arthur is my favourite of all the Arrochar hills.
Certainly was Douglas but with the xtra gear needed for 3 days it was necessary tfw Andy.
Brilliant, lucky with the weather , scenery awesome 😊
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Stunning!.
Thanks for sharing with us Andrew.
ATB-Phill 🙏
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Good to see you've been up this neck o' the woods Andy. Glad you got the weather too. Well, apart from the hail... :)
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Wow, what an amazing place. Hard going but well worth the effort. Those views are cracking.
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Absolutely stunning m8,.great filming. 1 of my favourites so far.I love Scotland, isle of sky is on my bucket list. Thanks for sharing. Take care ATB👍🙏⛺
Thanks it truly is a stunning place & sky is on my bucket list too.tfw.Andy.
What a belter ! A great adventure for sure !
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Gorgeous scenery. Beautiful place. I was walking in the Cheviots years ago and my little dog just disappeared down one of those deep burns. I had to lie flat and go in head first to grab her and drag her out again. It was completely hidden by the long grass. Dangerous.
a lot of hidden dangers if you dont know what to look fot tfw.
I've been meaning to watch this vid Andy, absolutely cracking mate, loved it. Stunning scenery, footage and music to boot. What a one to look back on, class.
Take it easy marra, Atb Dave.
Cheers Dave stunning country up there mate absolutely loved it.would love to get back up mid winter.tfw mate Andy.
Thank you Andrew for this superb video and for taking the time to capture and take us all there with you. Cracking trip.
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Scotland takes a lot of exploring, its a big place with lots of adventures to be had. I have only done a few Munroe's and when I realised you quite often start from sea level I just stuck to backpacking routes.
I look forward to more of your adventures in Scotland, The best hiking country.
Thanks Dave it truly is a special place & another level to the places i normally do.tfw.Andy.
Love your stuff Andrew. As always, thanks for posting. This was a terrific start to my day here in Australia.
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Absolutely stunning Andy. One of your all time bests. Truly inspiring.
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Thats a crackin video pal. One of the most picturesque places ive ever been. Top work lads, some beltin views captured. Keep up the good work✌🏻
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Top stuff as always Andy 👍
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Enjoyed that Pal, stunning scenery 👍
Thanks Daron & tfw Andy.
Best video yet. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us!
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Just going through your catalogue as I prepare for my first wild camp in the peaks in a couple of weeks. Been inspired to give it a bash. Doing it on my own and can't wait, all I can say is, you're a beast at this man and never stop you produce stellar content my son.
Scotland is just unreal, thank you for sharing the experience!
Thanks & tfw Andy.
As always a stunning video brilliant, keep climbing much love to Barnsley
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Enjoyed that Andy... Scotland's hills are superb, and you've captured them wonderfully.
I look forward to many more Munro vlogs 👍
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Absolutely brilliant video,that scenery is absolutely amazing. Seems like hard work but totally worth it. Great stuff 👍
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Such a dramatic spot mate very nice liked it
Hi Andy, this is one of the best videos I've seen for a while, stunning views and well shot also, I'm really glad guys like you take the time to video these hikes and wildcamps, it's got my juices flowing for next weekend🙂, keep it going mate atb 👍
Thanks Paul & yeah i like to try put these places across to you guys just as im experiencing it.such stunning scenery & try to do it justice as much as i can.tfw.Andy.
Absolutely cracking. One of your best vids mate.
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Great stuff Andrew I've summit camped most of the Arrochar Alps. It's a great place to start summit camping in Scotland before you head further north. I can see you enjoyed it. As I've said many times Scotland is Disneyland for Wildcampers.Yes the weather can catch you out your never certain, in winter it can lead to unpleasant situations. ATB.
Hi Eddie yeah it's a great place we really enjoyed the trip & a return trip will definitely be on the cards & maybe further north too this winter.it really is another level compared to the lakes & peaks which are my usual stomping grounds.it would be great to experience a some proper winter conditions a bit further north this winter & as you say it's a proper disneyland for wildcampers.tfw mate Andy.
Wow. Amazing stuff mate, looked stunning, definitely looked like a bit of a killer hiking up them mountains with that pack on lol, always worth it once your at the top though. Keep up the great work 👍👍👍
Thanks Shane yeah some proper mountains up there mate but it's great & really enjoyed it.tfw Andy.
What a cracking video spectacular scenery loved it
Thanks simon & tfw Andy.
Great video Andy, I always find that adverse weather makes a trip all the more memorable. Your reaction on emerging from the emergency bivvy was excellent! Atb Mark.
Thanks Mark yeah the weather sure made it interesting lol.tfw Andy.
Fantastic video Andy. Some stunning footage captured as always. Enjoyed watching every minute of that one. As i've told you many times before - best wild camping videos on CZcams in my humble opinion. Absolutely brilliant 👍
Thanks Anthony yeah stunning scenery up there mate & i always try to do the places i visit justice by capturing them the best i can.thanks for the kind words as always mate tfw Andy.
Awesome film Andy, loved every moment from start to finish! That emergency bivvy certainly came in handy, looks like you had all four seasons in one day! Lol! I have to agree the views were second to none and you certainly captured the majesty of the place, I get the feeling we may be seeing a lot more of Scotland in the future😉 ATB Anthony 👍👍👍
Thanks Anthony loved every minute of it & im sure i'll be back up there at some point maybe further north.really is a stunning landscape & a joy to be among.tfw Andy.
Absolutely stunning and well deserved amazing cinematography Thankyou for sharing your experience. 👍
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Cracking video Andy. That’s some effort with an heavy pack. Lovely part of Scotland
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Back of the net,as far as I'm concerned! Great job Andrew,this kind of terrain is spot on for your vlogs m8. More power to you old chap. 👍
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Good to see you up in Scotland Andrew. Great video as always! AND, you got good weather... MOSTLY lol :-) L&D
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Wow!!!! That opening scene is unreal my friend 👌. Cracking vid but looked a bloody hard slog up and the fact you're feeling it speaks volumes. Really enjoyed that and even tge emergency bivvy shelter added to it and shows the changes in weather up in those hills. Great effort lads and definitely need to get out up there in the winter. Oh and those astro shots were 👌, well impressed. Thanks for sharing and hope all is well. Catch up soon, Steve
Thanks Steve enjoyed this one immensely mate & some proper terrain up there steep ascents & descents with hands on climbing in places proper stuff & loved it..the weather up there as you saw can change in an instant we had great weather for the best part but then we got hit by that hail storm & that bivvie was a life saver as we'd have been soaked if not,real good piece of kit to have.we'll get a trip up there sorted this winter mate it'll be stunning with the snow down.hope tha's well mate & catch thi soon.tfwAndy.
Great stuff Andy , that will live long in your memory . Stunning form start to finish mate proper hardcore stuff eh . The weather is boss up there , it might say sunny but it soon changed to winter ! That emergency shelter was just the ticket .
I felt for your mate Dan with his knee as that would be me struggling away.
Nicely edited as usual mate , take care atb Dave
cheers Dave ayy will be in the memory for a long time this trip.three proper mountains them up there we did with real ascents & descents proper hands on scrambling in places but loved it.weather can change in an instant up there & as we experienced great sunny weather one minute & a full on hail storm the next & the emergency bivvie came in to its own there.tfw Andy.
Fantastic Andrew! I’ve done those 3 Munros and remember them being tough going Well done and thank you so much for sharing.
Thanks Helen & yes they were a good work out for sure but really enjoyed the trip tfw Andy.
Now that was an epic adventure Andy, absolutely stunning as you would say! The grandeur of the views and surroundings was a few notches up on what I've seen in your other videos- if that was possible. That was not for the novice for sure, but your experience and the sheer amount of kit you have carried you through no problem. Thanks so much for the time and effort you put in to all your vids Andy, who needs tv :-)
Thanks & yeah i can totally agree the views up there are another level to the lakes & peaks im used to a truly stunning area.it's certainly not an area to be going camping off the cuff without experience & not plotting & planning properly.the descent off beinn ime & the ascent up ben vane there's no paths at all & it's a case of plotting the safest route possible.tfw Andy.
Great video Andy!
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Cracking vid Andrew. Stunning views. We've just come back from Scotland, you can't beat it, just a shame the weather is so unpredictable and it's not a bit closer.👍
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Fantastic video Andy 👍
Thanks & tfw Andy.
What a great adventure you both had from sun to hail and Milky Way. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Great video mate. These hills are my locals, been doing them for years and you have done them proud! Really captured them. Loved the night shots and the panoramas especially. The traverse from Ime to Vane is a notorious slog, very tough going. The Cobbler (Ben Arthur,) whilst not a Munro is the star of the show IMHO....well worth a trip. Glad you enjoyed it, your pronunciation was top notch too. ATB 👍🏴🇬🇧
Thanks mate really enjoyed the trip it really is another level up there totally had me lost for words at times..that descent off beinn ime & climb up ben vane was a grueling & really took it out of us both.the cobbler was great to see from the angles we got to see it from totally stunning.tfw Andy.
stunning! going to watch again straight away! I find the hills stenous enough with a day pack would love to have the energy to carry my tent up :-)
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Absolutely brilliant! What an adventure that was 👏 Thoroughly enjoyed watching 👌 Some spectacular views, especially 32:22 😍 and the perfect reason to go back 😉⛰️
Thanks ayy it was a trip to remember for sure stunning scenery & a pleasure to be up there.there'll be a return trip for sure maybe even further north.tfw.Andy.
Cracking video Andrew.
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Fantastic video Andy. Really pleased you both enjoyed your trip up here to Scotland. Hope you’ll be back soon for another trip. Thanks for sharing. 👍🏻
Thanks Simon & yeah i'm certainly aiming to be back up there for another adventure.tfw Andy.
Cracking, some stunning views
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Wow beautifully shot Andy. Always love your videos, cheers for making them. ATB, Cheryl 🥾
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Top video as usual, my other half is even watching this one with me on the proper TV, highly anticipated 😅 different gravy them hills up there aren't they? Absolutely stunning, dropped lucky with the weather too. Milky way was a treat, I caught it on Sgt Man the other week never seen it as clear. TFS David
Thanks David yeah it's different level up there mate,the lakes is something but up there it's a different beast but i loved every minute even getting hit with that hail storm.tfw Andy.
Its a Grand video Andy , good to show the importance of carrying a bivi bag in case you get caught out , done a few Munros myself and the weather can change like a flick of a switch , ALL THE BEST B2E!
Thanks & it is they're a vital piece of kit to have in places like that up there as the weather is so unpredictable tfw Andy.
Finally catching up on missed vids on YT and thought this was a corker mate. Those conditions were just perfect Scotland ay? 4 seasons in one day most days of the year up there! Watching this made me want to be there and I will. I remember seeing Ben Nevis from the nearby Ben More when Chris Pinnell and I did it in winter a few years back; amazing to think it is almost 40 miles distant as the crow flies. A pity you didn't get to complete your route and I look forward to the return ;-) ATB Elton.
Thanks Elton really enjoyed this trip despite not completing it ,it was a fair old slog what we did but a fantastic area.the views north were amazing mountains as far as the eye could see.looking forward to getting back up scotland this year tfw mate.
Great vid mate never been there 1000 mts plusis so hard to climb its start to get chilly now thanks great vid atb Bryan
Thanks Brian yeah thats my first 1000+ wildcamp & the conditions & temps are something else at that level.-1 & -6 windchill on beinn ime & it's not even full on winter yet lol..tfw mate Andy.
Nice one Andrew, they are my local hills basically ..less than an 1 hr from me ..Looked like you had a good one, i camped on Ben Vorlich last November . The Arrachor hills are cracking but the hills in Scotland get better as you go further north..Excellent video mate and some cracking time lapses..cheers Stevie
Thanks Stevie really enjoyed it up there & a trip further north is something we'll certainly be looking at.stunning landscape & another level to what i normally do.tfw.Andy.
First time to the channel and instant sub, great video loved it 😊
thanks & thanks for the sub much appreciated tfw.
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Outstanding video Andrew. You must have been up Scotland at the same time I was in the Lochaber and Knoydart regions? I was at Loch Nevis one evening, got up to feed the dogs at 4am, went outside, crystal clear skies, never seen so many stars in my life. The Peak District and Lake District are stunning places but Scotland’s another level. It even made you graft 👍 Atb Bill.
thanks mate & ayy those night sky's were the best iv'e seen absolutely stunning.it really is another level up there & is real graft descending aswell as the climb.tfw Andy.
Brilliant Andrew, I'm up Kinder Scout this weekend 😎
Thanks Dean hope you enjoy you're trip up kinder it's a great place.tfw Andy.
What a tremendous trip. There's nowhere quite like Scotland. I think I mentioned somewhere that Beinn Narnain was my first Munro Andy. I was about 20 and as fit as a fiddle but that climb from sea-level absolutely wiped me out. We thought we'd see how we felt about doing Beinn Ime as well once we got to the top, but no chance after that climb. I won't bore you with the Munro we did the day after but that was even worse (but mainly due to the weather)! That was great to watch. ATB, Chris
Thanks Chris yeah that climb to beinn narnain is a hell of a climb it just seems to keep going & then you hit the spearhead with hands on climbing but loved every minute mate.it truly is a proper mountain landscape up there & safety is the upmost when descending & ascending.the route from beinn ime to ben vane there's no path's at all & it was a case of plotting the safest route possible.i'll certainly be back up there maybe further north hopefully this winter.tfw Andy.
Very enjoyable Andrew and you chose some serious terrain to overcome in 3 days, good on you. These hills are an hour from me but it was good to see them from a different perspective, some great timelapse stuff, thanks for sharing. Andrew
Thanks Andrew it must be great to live so close to these area's & get up there regular it certainly is a beautiful place.tfw.Andy.
very beautiful trip. Thank you for sharing.
thanks & tfw Andy.
Don't no what you do for a living Andrew but thought the camera work was stunning , the terrain makes it hard going at times, got be so careful, especially carrying weight. Loved that video. Ta .
@@stephenhankey688 im no camera man stephen that's for sure lol..i just do my best to do the places i visit justice by showing the landscape to it's potential & give you guys the experience i'm getting whilst up there.tfw Andy.
I Just found and subbed. I look forward to supporting your content.
Thanks much appreciated. Tfw Andy.
Yu best video yet,.. tek care
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Hi Andy ( I am a newbie) came across your site from Paul Messner's Vlogs and just wanted to say really enjoyed this Vid. Well done you really take your viewer there - Hope to get there myself one day - Take care :)
Thanks Stephen & thanks for the comment much appreciated..that's pretty much the aim,i try to take you viewers on the experience im having & show you how stunning these places are.tfw Andy.
Wonderful!! I first heard read about the Arrochar Alps in the book 'Mountain Days and Bothy Nights' (especially remember their description of the "accommodation") That book and the follow up book 'A view from the ridge' have won mountain writing awards and are SO funny and entertaining. Andy you must read them you really would love them!
Thanks Paul i'll certainly look those books up sound interesting.tfw Andy.
Crazy good that mate, you should be selling them to the BBC!... the sunrise on 33:33 is probably the best I’ve seen on film😱! ... proper inspired me to try for Scotland.. I’ve just done a 2 day camp around Glaramara in the lakes and thought the Lakes couldn’t be beat for views but wow!.. that all looked amazing.
Great work mate...onto the next😂👍🏻
Thanks James yeah the scenery & terrain up there is another level..iv'e done a lot in the lakes but those mountains in scotland are another level mate truly stunning but full of danger too if you're not careful.tfw Andy.
Wow mate this really does hammer home the fact that those emergency bivvys can be a game changer, definitely a must have
Thanks & tfw Andy.
Andrew Beavers that was my favourite video you have ever made Big 👍up from me what a fantastic location the scenery is amazing a very enjoyable and well put together video mate I hope you don't mind but I give you a mention in my last video(part two camping in the woods) it's not a bushcraft video 🤣🤣 atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍
Thanks Jimmy yeah an amazing place proper mountain territory this place & so stunning it was an amazing trip.don't mind at all mate i'll give it a watch tonight whilst on my snap break on nete shift.tfw mate Andy.
@@AndrewBeavers I must apologise in advance mate as I've just realised I got your first name wrong story of my life 🤣🤣🤣 always forget names 😎😎
@@LundysWildcampBushcraft ahh no worries mate ;-)
A proper do that, Andy👍. Loved it😎. I was with you on the ascent to Narnain, its a killer that one! A real adventure you guys had. It’s a shame about your mates knee but hardly surprising, looked really tough on the legs. Scotland is the real deal 🏴 ❤️ . Anyway, fantastic video - ATB Dave
It was a proper do Dave totally loved it but one hell of a tough route it's a different level up there.that climb up narnain as tha knows is a grueler lol..the route between ime & vane is a tough one too,no paths to stick to so a case of making you're own route up.tfw mate.Andy.
Andrew Beavers - aye. The Lakes is like a warm up compared to Scotland 😁
hi im new to the channel and new to wild camping got my tent a couple of weeks ago and went on my first wild camp up ash hurst beacon lancishire and i ended up staying 3 days and 3 nights i was a bit cold because i only took my quilt off the bed because i never had a sleeping bag wasn,t i sorry no i luved it and it didn,t put me off lol anyway sent for a new 4 season sleeping bag of e,bay its the soulout 4 season and i ordered a flextail 2 elec pump to blow my air bed so looking to get out again as soon as my sleeping bag comes heared of you off paul mesners channel great video by the way and can,t wait to go through all your vids and i won,t forget to give the thumbs up
thanks steven im sure once you get a few bits of better kit ull really enjoy getting out..hope you enjoy going through the rest of the vids tfw.
After talking with you about Scotland earlier this morning I just had to rewatch this again haha.... Absolutely unreal scenery just seems like the mountains go on forever!! I really think id like to invest in a Soulo maybe tho just so I will have confidence. Not sure how my Vango Tempest 200 Pro would hold out in some of the more 'extreme' conditions / high winds lol I have yet to test it out more, but could give me potential issues. Also I think id like to try and get someone to come along especially as not being there before maybe. Id have to see if I could twist anyones arm haha. Perfect video mate 🥰👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks mate ayy that place is another level looking north it's just an horizon of mountains & nothing else it's absolutely stunning.the soulos are a lot of money but ill tell ya you will never regret it,ive had mine in some stupid conditions,72 mph gusts on whiteside in the lakes back in feb & my mate in his akto too took it like a trooper.you'll never feel any doubts in one of those mate.tfw Andy.
@@AndrewBeavers Wow yeah thats what I mean, you never know how the weather / elements are going to change when out and especially on summits. Definitely worth the money for extra piece of mind. Do like the Akto also but after watching a few videos and a couple of CZcamsrs that have both and did comparison videos think id like the Soulo, to be able to sit in it too. Thanks for the info... once again absolutely fantastic video thanks! Take care bud... Chris
Tough gig that one Andrew! Good to see you being sensible and cutting your losses and staying put, rather than trying to push on in the dark. These weather reporters!!! I wouldn’t pay them in washers! Do you use a route tracker/planner? Cracking Casper at the end. Excellent vid Andrew. Keep them coming. Take care. Regards. Robert.
Thanks Robert yeah some tough going there proper mountain terrain.the decision was made for us really time wise & the weather that hit us we just wouldn't have got there in daylight hours.i use viewranger to plot & track my riutes it's a good tool to use.tfw Andy.
Great video and stunning views and the astrophotography. I'm hoping to do this end of April but am getting the train all the way from Devon so don't arrive until 1752 providing the trains are on time. Sunset is just before 2100 do you reckon I will make it up about the tree line before dark, I'm not the fittest person and I stop to film😁👍
if you're heading up from arrochar & up to bein ime im sure you'd be up before sunset..you wont if heading over via ben narnain as we did on this trip its a hell of a climb from arrochar tfw.
@@AndrewBeavers Thank you really appreciated 😁👍
Great video, once again Andrew. Any chance of gear reviews? Cheers.
Hi Alan..it's not something i get into in my videos id rather it be about the scenery.i did do a short bit in my rannerdale knotts vid from last year if you watch that it'll give you an idea of the gear i use.tfw Andy.
Thanks Andrew, will have a gander. Cheers.
Totally far out night time photography there Andy. Mark
Thanks Mark yeah some stunning night sky up there some of the best iv'e seen.tfw Andy.
@@AndrewBeavers A pleasure Andy. You do a fine job.
Great video Andy. Awesome views. Did you have a wee dram to celebrate?
thanks steve & i may have had a wee dram ayy 😉
Stunning video as always Andy, hope you wont mind the question as i know you don't like reviews / recommendations etc... but wandering what boots you have on the go at the minute? The choice nowadays is so vast its all a little daunting without seeking a bit of feedback, all the best and keep up the great content.
Thanks Jon..it's not so much i don't like doing reviews etc it's just there's a ton of vids out there all doing the same thing.i prefer to show folk the places & landscape i visit to the best i can..
i have 3 pair of boots that i use..a pair of AKU pilgrime's i use for 3 season..then iv'e 2 pair of scarpa's,the SL active which are leather for two season then a pair of manta's for winter.i wore the manta's on this trip with the thought in mind there was a lot of scrambling & climbing to do so the more rigid sole came in to it's own with grip etc.tfw Andy.
Another great video Andy. Keep em coming.
I hope Dan's knee survived OK?
I'd be interested to know what your pack weight was. You had camera gear, winter tackle including an emergency bivey and 3 Liters of water on board.
I'm guessing it was north of 16Kg.
Thanks mate ayy dan's knee sometimes gives him a bit if jip but he was ok just had to take it easy & of course we didn't get to ben vorlich.yeah the pack was heavy i never weigh but it was the heaviest i've carried just by the feel of it.all the xtra food i was carrying,winter gear which was needed all adds up & it was easily 20kg plus.tfw.Andy.
Bothy bag? Beautiful sunsets!
2 person emergency bivvie shelter for when you get caught out in bad conditions.great piece of kit to have on you when out in the mountains.tfw Andy.
2 person emergency bivvie shelter for when you get caught out in bad conditions.great piece of kit to have on you when out in the mountains.tfw Andy.
Andrew Beavers your kit reminded me of this. I bought one a few years ago. www.terra-nova.co.uk/tarps-bivis-bothies/all-bothies-bothy-bags/bothy-2/
Awesome video. Scotland is my happy place and that really did it justice! Can I ask what sleeping bag you use in those conditions?
Hi Neil & thanks my bag is the alpkit skyhigh 900 i took it on this trip due to the forecasted temperatures & i certainly needed it.tfw Andy.
Hiya Andy another wonderful video 2 questions I notice you wasn't using the osprey exos, and do you do any training between hikes
The views were fantastic thanks again to you and Dan
Hi mate yeah fantastic trip really enjoyed it..i had the best part of my full winter kit with me & 3 days worth of food plus other bits that just wouldn't have fitted in the exos 48..i do a lot of walking in the peak district & lakes inbetween camping tfw Andy.
them views look stunning but it looks like hard work to get up to the tops lol atb
Thanks Kev yeah it's different gravy up there mate proper mountain terrain with hands on climbing in places but really enjoyed it.tfw Andy.
@@AndrewBeavers scotland is on my radar for places to go esp the bothys ? . but like you say its a different world upthere and unless you know where your going and what your doing it can quickly become a nightmare ? atb kev
hi Andy, I carry a survival bag, but that emergancy shelter looks the ticket, which one is it, I've been looking at the vango and rab one which look kinda similar. it'd be great for use with my kids too if we get caught out
Hi Nick it's a trekmates one but the vango or rab one will be pretty much similar things if not the same.great piece of kit for when you get caught out in bad weather or if you just want to take shelter to have a break on a mountain day out when it's not particularly great.tfw Andy.
great video Andrew, brilliant example of how plans can change and how being adaptable and prepared is key.. out of interest, do you use technology for navigation with maps as a back up? or just go straight to maps? keep up the good work pal
Thanks Glen yeah had it happen several times & always emphasize the fact that things can change in the hills & mountains & it's always good to be able to adapt & change plans to you're surroundings..i use a combination of maps/compass & an app called viewranger which iv'e used for many years.in new area's i always study the map & plot a route on the viewranger which i'll follow but the map will always be relied on as back up.tfw Andy.