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A fav section too, as the views open up, with inviting Mtns. A chilled wander

Super helpful review. It’s anxiety-inducing sometimes when you drop a decent amount on gear. This is my fear, that it will not perform as advertised. Their response was ridiculous. Sorry this happened to you. :-(

Ultralight and durable are not two words that go together I'm afraid Barb. I'm replacing some ultralight items with more heavy duty stuff because I'm fed up with them failing on thru-walks. Maybe try reaching out to the place you bought it from as they might be able to help 👍🍺

How disappointing Barb, both with the jacket and Rabs response. ATB Martin

Loved this. You were so lucky to have such beautiful weather! 😀

There's nothing worse than crossing paths with some loose cows when you're on a pleasant walk in the countryside.

Look forward to seeing did my A level field placement there back in the 80s

Nice one Barb im going to watch this later on tonight! 👍🍺😎

Vetu well done. Thr videos have given me more confidence to tackle it over the next few months, especially knowing the Hiiker app works. Looking foward to many more videos from you. ❤

Well done. So proud of you! You really showed the authenticity and transparency that many are afraid to show. It’s important, I think. Your series made me heartsick for Scotland. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 💕

Well done for pushing yourself out your confort zone and taking on a tougher trail than the "holiday route" of the WHW! I've done that trail 4 times so understand its many drinking and eating opportunities! I also want to echo the thoughts of smoggie/Martin that this is your story so don't stress about filming a travel video production with lots of information. I hope you've learned some lessons on this trail which you will use on future thru-walks atb and thanks for sharing an honest and genuine account of your walk👍🍺😎

You're showing genuine emotions on trail which is very brave. I don't subscribe or watch many other walking channels because I find them all annoying with their constant fake happy trails bs which tells me they are not real long distance walkers/backpackers because no one is happy or enjoys every mile of any trail. Years ago I used to go snowboarding in the Cairngorms in May so it can get quite cold up there in April!

Nice one, don't stress about finding a wild camping spot nature will always provide a place especially in Scotland. Personally i would have pitched up at that scout campsite and if anybody came by i would have said i tired to call but had no signal! I'm going to watch the rest of your adventure as i liked to way you filmed it and the cool accent 👍😎

What stunning views on this day! Makes my heart ache for Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

I've watched several videos on the EHW. I will be doing it august/September and this is the best and most informative so many thanks and looking foward to watching the rest. Andy._

Again thanks for sharing, don't worry about providing too much trail information. It's your journey to enjoy. Look forward to seeing more of your adventures. ATB Martin

You reviewed other places well so I would respect your views. It doesnt look my sort of place. The print of the Culloden picture in Forces manor. Didn't like that. They used Jacobite prisoners as models for that painting. I think the camera bars effects you get are due to the fluorescent lights.They pulse at a different speed to the camera fps so that is why you get that. The final day is always mixed. Looking forward to getting home but also wanting to stay out on the trail. I also like an early start if I'm up. Pity the folk in the tent didnt😂 What a weird place to pitch. So well done. Looking forward to the next one.

Nearly done thanks for sharing

I've enjoyed the way you have done these videos. It was informative and also interesting and contemplative so all ok I agree that a first walk would probably be best for the WHW but it is awfy crowded. I like a bit more solitude😂. It seems everyone is doing it this year.

Enjoying this and looking forward to following your journey.

I recommend the hostel at Monessie falls, what I used at Easter now the bridge is open

Just finished my night shift so tea and time to watch. Great informative section I'm looking forward to this part. Not sure my dog is with the crossings. Amazing help from the hotel as you said. You're nearly there. ATB Martin

Thank you for making these videos, your honesty is a strength. I identify with the rollercoaster of emotions that a trail can unexpectantly cause. You should definitely be proud of yourself 😊

A very moving video. You should be proud of yourself. Cheers.

Another enjoyable video. Thanks. When you went through Fersit (following the Hiker App route) did you end up effectively walking through someone's garden who appeared to be trying to hide the route from walkers? After a boggy section and crossing an old bridge with small pine trees growing on it (!) you end up in the middle of a large logging area (still on the Hiker App route). Saw interesting cave / tunnel entrance (gated and secured) leading under a section of woodland that had not been felled. Still trying to work out what it was. Cheers.

A good and informative, video. Well done. I did the EHW between 6 May and 13 May 2024. Like you, I couldn't find anywhere suitable near Spean Bridge to pitch my tent and had to walk on for several miles. I got to the Insh Scout camp and saw the "No Unauthorised Camping" signs but since I was on my own and it was getting late I took a chance and pitched up. No-one disturbed me and and on leaving the following morning I left no trace. Happy days. Cheers.

We all experience those emotions on the trails at some point so brave of you to share. And the kindness of people at the Laggan shows that kind people are still there to be found . Well done and keep going. ATB Martin

I think you were brave to share this. So many people have moments like this. I know I have. Well done on a great video with an important message. 🙂

Well done on completing the East Highland way. I have subbed and followed you on Instagram. I have just completed the East Highland way also along with the speyside way wildcamping both trail was an epic journey.

Enjoy the trip was ment to be doing it at probably the same time as yourself beginning of May . But had to postpone until September

Ohhh those little cottages dotted about the countryside. 💕. So beautiful. Well done! And I love how you left the accidental footage in. So relatable! 😊

This was great. You're doing an awesome job filming and talking to camera. You'd think you had been doing this for years! 😀 I loved seeing that walk at the end. Something a wee bit different for this area. I think you're right about people not taking the area and natural beauty for granted. I marvel at the views around my area every day. We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful country. Can't wait to watch the rest of your journey. ❤

My kids have all gone to that camp site , I'm sure nobody would mind one respectful camper leaving no trace , it's only used a handful of times throughout the year.

Well done! I can’t wait to watch the rest!!!

What a fantastic start of a wonderful outdoor adventure. Wish you all the best for the next days on the trail!

Looks absolutely lovely Barb 💜😍🙏

A great start to the series Barb. The East Highland Way is high on my to do list so im really looking forward to following your progress and picking up some tips ahead of my own trip. Was nice to follow your walk to the top of cow hill. I had a great night camping up there almost exactly a year ago and have to say for the view it was hard to beat. Thanks for sharing, all the best, Carl

Your footage is so lovely! I love that you took us to the castle along the Great Glen Way. I missed that when I walked the GGW so it was nice to see it. I’m so sad that I wasn’t able to make it as well. So proud of you and I am so excited to watch this series!!!

Shan sent me your way. Have subscribed 😊

What stunning views! Such a beautiful walk!

Great wee walk we did it on Monday and had a dip in the waterfall at 18.06 min of your video. Great video x

Got to love our Scottish weather! 😆 This looked great though. Will be adding it to my ever expanding list of walks I need to do! Good job editing as well. 😃

Oh that is a lovely area.

Looks a nice wander 😊

This just popped up on my timehop. 5 years ago with a 65k front squat. Caught myself thinking there is zero chance I could hit that just now. However nice timing and a reminder from my coach during a FB live. We train from where we are currently at, not where we once were. It would be easy to go down the rabbit hole of wondering where I could be at just now had I stayed consistent. This also goes for comparison with others. I tell others this as well but maybe it's good to share from a personal perspective too. Focusing on where we were is not helpful, it brings frustration, guilt and negativity. Instead we show up and be our best self in the current moment and aim to nudge the fitness levels forward a little at a time. Lockdowns messed with most of us, some are only just now getting back into the gym and that is ok. Aim to move and feel your best in the current moment and that will let you celebrate success. #progression #beyourbest #showup #noregrets