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Hiking Fleetwith Pike for BEGINNERS and DAYLIGHT FAIL on Haystacks.

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  • čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
  • In my latest adventure I hike to the summit of Fleetwith Pike in the Lake District, UK, before then heading on to summit Haystacks.
    This video serves as a good 'How to' climb Fleetwith Pike the 'easy way' from Honister Slate mine, cutting out 700 feet of ascent for those who aren't as able to take on a more strenuous walk from Gatesgarth. This hike quickly turned into a race against the winter sun as I began to lose light en route to the second summit. Join me on this adventure as I pick out the landmarks and viewpoints in this beautiful setting see a lovely sunset and have a laugh at my DAYLIGHT FAIL.
    I am not sponsored or affiliated with any brands for the making of this video. My gear and equipment are my own unless stated and all the footage and editing was completed solely by myself using Adobe Premiere Pro.
    All Music and sound effects are licensed by my subscription to epidemic sound. Follow the link below to get your own subscription!
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    The equipment I used to film this vlog:
    Drone: DJI Mavic Air 2
    Cameras: DJI Pocket 2 & DJI Action 2
    Manfrotto Tripod
    LowePro Backpack
    I hope you enjoyed this latest vlog, a lot of effort went into it and I can't wait to start work on the next one. Please let me know what you think, what you enjoy, what you'd like to see in the comments. And if you'd consider subscribing, liking or signing up for notifications that would be awesome. If not though I still thank you for your time and I hope you'll join me on the next one. I have a lot planned in 2022!
    I'll see you out there!

Komentáře • 39

  • @alexmagrath
    @alexmagrath  Před rokem +2

    If you enjoyed this video, check out my best one here:
    czcams.com/video/mk-XXpj138w/video.html
    And see me take on one of the most dangerous ridges in the UK

  • @user-wk9qt5bj9d
    @user-wk9qt5bj9d Před 5 měsíci +1

    I absolutely love this video. Great sound track, very informative.. and fantastic video footage..

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 5 měsíci

      I'm made up that you enjoyed it. Thanks for giving it a go and hopefully one or two other videos take your interest here too. I've got another one coming soon

  • @MineExplorerUK
    @MineExplorerUK Před rokem +1

    another cracking video sir. Im on a marathon tonight

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem +1

      Thank you once again man. Really appreciate you watching

  • @tonyadeney1245
    @tonyadeney1245 Před rokem

    nice quality photography -

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem

      Thank you Tony. I appreciate you watching

  • @Class1Adventures
    @Class1Adventures Před rokem

    Fabulous vlog. Really informative about the area and the paths. Rarely see that in a vlog. I was looking for a walk for this Saturday and this could be it. Pleased I found your channel. Brilliant.
    Cheers
    Peter.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem +1

      Part of the reason I do this is to inspire a route for someone else. Glad you found it helpful and enjoy the walk. Try not to get caught up there in the dark like I did 😂

  • @me.my.son.and.i
    @me.my.son.and.i Před rokem +1

    Just stumbled across this. The best footage and information on the lakes that I've watched so far. As someone currently planning a 2 week trip next month, I found so much value in this, so thank you!

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem

      Thanks so much Sam. I'm glad you enjoyed it. That's my aim I guess, to inspire people to get out in the hills and try and provide some substance and value along the way
      I'm still very much learning but just trying to improve and tweak things with every video.

  • @julianhebbes
    @julianhebbes Před rokem

    Absolutely loved it doing haystacks end of May with my family end of May can't wait.thanks for video .

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem

      You're welcome I'm glad you enjoyed it. Feel free to let me know how you get on.

  • @666666dreamy1
    @666666dreamy1 Před 7 měsíci

    Excellent video 👏 I really enjoyed it. I did haystacks September from Honester slate mine.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 7 měsíci

      It's a great little summit isn't it. I only wish I'd managed my time better when shooting it and been able to get some drone shots up there. Next time perhaps. Cheers!

  • @Andy_Lors
    @Andy_Lors Před rokem +1

    Really enjoyed that Alex. Beautiful filming and the knowledge of the route was really helpful. One of the best youtube vids iv seen for a long time so really refreshing. Thankyou for filming, you've just gained another subscription 👍

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem +1

      Thank you very much for taking the time to watch it. Its one of my oldest videos but it seems to be the one you tube shows to people so I must have done something right 😅 are you making videos yourself?

    • @Andy_Lors
      @Andy_Lors Před rokem

      @Alex Magrath hi Alex. Yes I do make them but I only make them so the wife can watch where I go. I don't always film but in spring/summer I hope to do more . I'm glad your vid came up as I think its one of the best iv seen ,really interesting and nicely filmed and you come across like a top bloke. 👍

  • @Trailwalker1952
    @Trailwalker1952 Před 2 lety +1

    Excellent that Alex, superb footage/music and very well put together.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 2 lety

      Thanks Brian, Glad you enjoyed it. I'm already planning the next one

  • @Kflem
    @Kflem Před 2 lety +1

    Incredible footage in this! Beautiful location and loved the commentary.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you very much for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

  • @naomihandler757
    @naomihandler757 Před 2 lety +1

    Absolutely stunning footage!!! Well done you

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 2 lety

      I'm glad you like it thank you! Already editing the next one

  • @BradleyWherry
    @BradleyWherry Před 2 lety +1

    great video, love the route and all the commentary. subscribed and looking for more.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 2 lety

      Cheers Bradley! Next one coming soon and thanks for the feedback on the route commentary! Much appreciated

  • @vincentvanderlugt3827
    @vincentvanderlugt3827 Před 2 lety +1

    Loved the video! What a hike!

  • @Mickoutdoors
    @Mickoutdoors Před 2 lety

    Wowzer !! What a fantastic informative vid, and some of the best if not best put together footage I've seen, 100% had to sub, looking forward to your future vlogs 👍👍

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 2 lety +1

      Wow what lovely feedback. Much appreciated Mick! Thank you

  • @AJz1996
    @AJz1996 Před 9 dny +1

    Hi mate looking to come here soon, is the parking 24 hours do they not complain or can you pay to park?

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 9 dny +1

      I was the last down to the car park and I left with the last of the staff from the Honister adventure centre. It was unclear if they had just waited for me as the last car parked in the lot or of this was a coincidence. It isn't a barriered car park but it does involve paying inside Honister Slate Mine. The alternative is finding somewhere at Gatesgarth... I would assume parking overnight is OK but not entirely sure. So many people camp up on Fleetwith and Haystacks I'm sure that this is where they might park.

  • @chrisbentleywalkingandrambling

    I certainly wouldn't call this a daylight fail. I'm one for colours and whilst yes it would be nice in sunlight I love the sunset shots across the Lakes and mountains. Definitely not a fail in my book. Still intrigued in the music and equipment but a beautiful hike. Do you do a gear rundown at all? Even if just listed and not vloged? I'm starting to acquire my kit. I said I wouldn't buy outright until I'm committed so every couple of weeks I add a bit. Do you ever use trekking poles at all? What's your thoughts on them? I've watched a lot of PCT hikers but I'm being drawn to the beauty in our own back yard. Don't need a location but how many miles is it from home to the Lakes? I'm nearer to Peak District so I'm about 1 1/2hrs from there as I have to drop my wife off at work in Wolverhampton before I can come north to start any hike. I have to plan it as I need to get back for 5pm. So where I'd like to hit three or four peaks I'm limited to one or two by time constraints. The frozen stalactites were beautiful and such a peaceful place to be laid to rest.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 2 lety +1

      I'd like to do a gear run down. I've always just doubted whether it is interesting enough but yes I should consider it in the future. I have quite a lot of components to it to be fair.
      I don't use trekking poles as I often need my hands free for cameras and climbing etc. I carry a lot of stuff so I choose to travel light although my knees are starting to feel it with each hike these days

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před 2 lety +1

      I also travel 1.5 hours from Greater Manchester to the Lakes. I intend to do some. Peak District at some point though

  • @colinwardale
    @colinwardale Před rokem

    Thanks for this Alex. Really helpful. Quick question. I’m going up here soon with my wife who suffers with vertigo on open spaces. At or around 22.55 on here just behind you is the path. Tell me, is that a sharp drop from the path or is it less of a problem? Any help / guidance would be great. Thanks again.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem +1

      There are sections of that path where it does drop off quite steeply from the path yes. Most of it is fine. Either side of the path is relatively flat (but rocky) terrain. Gently sloping toward the edge perhaps. There are just a couple of sections on the way up to haystacks where you are a bit closer to an edge. I'd be tempted to look into alternative routes that come further in away from the edge as there are all sorts of paths snaking across these fells

    • @colinwardale
      @colinwardale Před rokem

      @@alexmagrath thanks so much for replying so promptly. Your video is really helpful. It’s my final two Wainwrights and so my wife has said she would like to do it with me ( and a couple of others ). I think she may struggle on that stretch but if we can’t easily find another path she has said she will sit and wait which would be a shame but I’d rather that than her have an attack. Keep up the great work. Very much appreciated.

    • @alexmagrath
      @alexmagrath  Před rokem +1

      @colinwardale I'd like to think she xan make it. There were no points where I was uneasy about being on the edge on fleetwith or haystacks. And if the trail gets close to the edge on the path to haystacks I'm sure you can find alternative paths further in. It's a monuments occasion. Do your best to both complete it