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Ascend Mountains
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 7 พ.ค. 2022
We climb mountains and share our adventures here.
Helvellyn in the S̷n̷o̷w̷
I headed back up Helvellyn today hoping to catch a little snow and maybe get the crampons out - it wasn't meant to be so instead I just got hammered by rain and hail for a couple of hours!
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Climbing the CMD Arête [Ben Nevis]
มุมมอง 3812 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I climbed the CMD Arête to summit Ben Nevis, and it's an absolute favourite route of mine. We're supported by Mountain Medic MountainMedic.co.uk/ mountainmed_uk mountainmed_uk
Solo Hiking to Wolfhole Crag [Trough of Bowland to Wolfhole Crag]
มุมมอง 3212 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I'm climbing Wolfhole Crag, a "lonely and seldom-visited hill in the Forest of Bowland". Let's go take a look! Want to try this route? ascendmountains.com/vlog-solo-hiking-to-wolfhole-crag/ Follow Me! AMountainBlog AMountainBlog AscendMountains.com/ We're supported by Mountain Medic MountainMedic.co.uk/ mountainmed_uk mountainmed_uk
Hiking Across the Moors to Fair Snape Fell
มุมมอง 782 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I'm climbing Fair Snape Fell, but it's across a peat moorland! The weather was good but the ground and navigation were poor. Let's go! Want to try this route? ascendmountains.com/vlog-fair-snape-fell-hiking-across-the-moors/ Follow Me! AMountainBlog AMountainBlog AscendMountains.com/ We're supported by Mountain Medic MountainMedic.co.uk/ mountainmed_...
Hiking Through A Rain Storm [The Pennine Way to Cross Fell]
มุมมอง 2002 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I'm climbing Cross Fell, but there's a rain storm! I headed out from Dufton along the Pennine Way for a longer and wetter hike than usual! Want to try this route? ascendmountains.com/vlog-cross-fell-hiking-through-a-rainstorm/ Follow Me! AMountainBlog AMountainBlog AscendMountains.com/ We're supported by Mountain Medic MountainMedic.co.uk/ mountainme...
Hiking in the Heatwave! [Great Gable to Kirk Fell]
มุมมอง 712 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I'm climbing Great Gable, but there's a heatwave! So we're talking about keeping safe in the heat, with some fantastic views - and even a view over to the Isle of Man! Want to try this route? out.ac/ICRJNP Follow Me! AMountainBlog AMountainBlog AscendMountains.com/ We're supported by Mountain Medic MountainMedic.co.uk/ mountainmed_uk mo...
Hiking From Bad Step to Bowfell
มุมมอง 1542 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I'm climbing Bowfell via the Crinkle Crags. A fun route involving a little scramble. Plus there was a lot of cute animals out today! Want to try this route? ascendmountains.com/vlog-crinkle-crags-bad-step-bowfell/ Follow Me! AMountainBlog AMountainBlog AscendMountains.com/ We're supported by Mountain Medic MountainMedic.co.uk/ mountainmed_uk instagra...
Staying safe while Solo Hiking
มุมมอง 792 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I went out for a hike, but with awful weather and after getting soaking wet I decided I just wasn't feeling it today. So I talked a little about staying safe whilst solo hiking, on my way back down to civilisation! Follow Me! AMountainBlog AMountainBlog AscendMountains.com/ We're supported by Mountain Medic MountainMedic.co.uk/ mountainmed_uk instagr...
Climbing Mountains in the Rain [Helvellyn to Dollywaggon Pike]
มุมมอง 1282 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I'm climbing Helvellyn via Lower Man to try and bag all of the mountain tops on the Helvellyn range. So we're heading from Lower Man all due south to Dollywaggon Pike - through the rain and clouds! Want to try this route? ascendmountains.com/vlog-climbing-helvelyn-in-the-rain/ Follow Me! AMountainBlog AMountainBlog AscendMountains.com/ We're supported by Mountai...
Climbing Mountains and Getting Lost in the Woods [Skiddaw and Little Man]
มุมมอง 512 ปีที่แล้ว
Climbing Mountains and Getting Lost in the Woods [Skiddaw and Little Man]
Sharp Edge Scramble [Sharp Edge to Blencathra Summit]
มุมมอง 812 ปีที่แล้ว
Sharp Edge Scramble [Sharp Edge to Blencathra Summit]
RevolutionRace Explor/Nomad 30L Backpack Review
มุมมอง 20K2 ปีที่แล้ว
RevolutionRace Explor/Nomad 30L Backpack Review
Climbing Big Rocks [Ill Crag to Great End]
มุมมอง 2302 ปีที่แล้ว
Climbing Big Rocks [Ill Crag to Great End]
Crib Goch in Gale Force Wind [Crib Goch to Snowdon]
มุมมอง 4062 ปีที่แล้ว
Crib Goch in Gale Force Wind [Crib Goch to Snowdon]
Lost In The Fog Climbing Mountains [Tryfan to Glyder Fawr]
มุมมอง 2772 ปีที่แล้ว
Lost In The Fog Climbing Mountains [Tryfan to Glyder Fawr]
5.11 Rush 24 2.0 Backpack Review [6 Months Later]
มุมมอง 47K2 ปีที่แล้ว
5.11 Rush 24 2.0 Backpack Review [6 Months Later]
Climbing Tricky Scree Walls [Lord's Rake to Sca Fell]
มุมมอง 4162 ปีที่แล้ว
Climbing Tricky Scree Walls [Lord's Rake to Sca Fell]
England's Highest Mountain; Lost in the Clouds [Climbing Scafell Pike]
มุมมอง 1502 ปีที่แล้ว
England's Highest Mountain; Lost in the Clouds [Climbing Scafell Pike]
Narrow Ridge Ascent [Striding Edge to Helvellyn]
มุมมอง 1832 ปีที่แล้ว
Narrow Ridge Ascent [Striding Edge to Helvellyn]
How's the durability and comfort of the straps with heavy loads? It looks good.
Neeerd
I love this backpack but absolutely hate the laptop compartment. It’s such a stupid location for it and not at all convenient to get to when your bag is filled.
Thank you for the straightforward and helpful review!
Its not a challenge
Where did you get the matching bottle pouches?
Nice pack, good overview 👍atb
Do You know if the 5.11 Rush 24 is qualified as cabinluggage for international flights? Thanks for the video
Thanks, vid is useful for me.
This is one of the better reviews I've seen. The only thing I would add is to keep in mind this is a tactical bag made by a company that caters to military and first responders. While it can be used for whatever you choose to use it for. Just remember that they didn't have going to the office or hiking in mind while they designed it, they had going to combat deployments and responding to emergencies in mind. I thought you were on point, but I've seen a lot of reviews where people complain about things that serve important functions in a tactical environment. I actually heard one person complain that it had too much organization.
The problem I have with "too much organisation" is that all equivalent bags of this type tend to have two large compartments and all sorts of integrated pouches which (for my purposes) nullifies the purpose of molle. Whilst the bag itself won't be coming on the lifeboat (but will be on the building site) I would prefer to have a pouch I can transfer into my dry suit, admin I can transfer to a holdall, etc. However, it seems the "plain", but full molle, seem to be more expensive than the "integral".
Telling people that they don’t need much kit in Summer is irresponsible. Weather can quickly change all year round in the Lakes. I’m sure MR are fed up of people heading up mountains in shorts, t shirts and trainers without contingency clothing and equipment. Often without even a drink. You shouldn’t be making videos like this.
😂😂😂😂someone got offended
@@victor.4488not really what they’re saying is true😅
@@victor.4488there's too many deaths on striding edge to be telling people it's easy and you don't need any gear... OP is right. It might be easy to an experienced walker/a rambler but, it's not an 'easy' route in reality, and it takes lives
Hello! Would it be ok for me if I am 194 cm tall?
One suggestion that one might add is; acquiring a couple M.R.E.'s [Meal Ready to Eat]. Then breaking it down from its main component package. Done right. You've got potentially 5000 calories in one side pocket. Without taking up to much real estate from other inside main compartments. Plus a book of matches. You in there for a minute 😂
Not sure if the voice sounds like a lesbian or a highly feminine man.
I've had a 1.0 version of the Rush 24 for about 5 years. Love that pack. It simply refuses to die no matter how much wear & tear it gets from being dragged around every day.
Ordered this bag for a holiday overseas hopefully it will work well
Next month flying over to Asia, so gona travel Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos at least 3 months. Most of journey we gona ttavel by scooter me and my wide, so need something not so big. Have alredy Alp Trainer 25ltr , all clothes which take to Asia are fit to this 25ltr, but i would have sonething little bigger than 25ltr so what you guys think about this RVRC 30 ltr? No electronics stuff, just clothes , and another thing i would also have the backpack which fits as a cabin bag to avoid extra cost in airlines..
I purchased one of theses a few months ago and its been brilliant. Good, straightforward and informative video.
The zipper doesn't go down all the way it's the best remember you might need to put the backpack on the wet floor ....so that's alright with me
Yes it is a bit heavy but with all the organizing pockets it has you don’t need stuff sacks. It is a rugged pack that will get you through your mission, whatever it is.
Hi, good video. If you don't know yet, the number 12, 24, and 72 corresponds to the number of hours the bag is designed to support. Regards.
Can you please tell me where i can find the pouches you used for your water bottles?
does it have a laptop compartment? it says it should have that on their website, but I havent seen any videos or pictures showing it.
if you havent bought it yet, "almost" is the answer. it does have a seperator (like a pocket youd have the bladder in), and it does have a seperate access from the side aswell. and no real padding
@@tozil Thanks, I did buy it and I love it. The side pocket for the laptop makes it so convenient for security at the airport, because you can just slide it out and in the bag again without having to unpack anything! :)
@@marxthe.2651hi i'm planning to buy one for travel as a carry on, you recommend now?
I like this better than my Patagonia Black Hole MCL thats $200.... this is $135!!!
Hey do you think this bag is able to fit 3 set of clothes and a pair of shoes?
have you used this in wet conditions? rain and snow? how does it fair?
every now and again, i hear east yorkshire in your accent. Hull. Have you lived in some different places? Where are you from? love the video
I've lived everywhere from Preston to Cardiff and from Middlesbrough to Flitwick - but I've never lived in East Yorkshire and I've never lived any closer to Hull than York!
ahhhh... then it's middlesborough, because that accent has many similar sounds and shapes to the hull accent.@@AscendMountains
ordering this for my gf. She's tiny so this is gonna look like a 75L pack on her lol
Yeah it's definitely a chunky pack; some of my others are skinnier and taller than this one, so might look a little different on a shorter frame - but I find this one is a great hard wearing middle of the ground pack! Let me know if she likes the pack or if you settle on something different
@@AscendMountains she loves it
Hi, we're did u get pouches for the bag. Kind regards John
They're from Amazon, the brand is "Triwonder" and they're available in a few colors. I found the green matched well enough for me although it's not a perfect match.
Where did you get the water bottle pouches and extra straps from ?
They're from Amazon, the brand is "Triwonder" and they're available in a few colors. The straps are from 5.11 themselves and are called the "Rush Tier System"
Hi, have a laptop space? Thanks
Yes.
It does, it's got a slot in the back which is accessible from the top as well as from the site.
Really helpful video thanks, been looking at a few options for a replacement bike commute bag.
Did you settle on getting one of these in the end of did you try something else? Would love to hear feedback on what you ended up getting.
Great video. How do you feel about the fact that there isn’t a waist strap? Does that make hiking harder?
Depends entirely on the amount of weight you're carrying. For a day hike where I'm solo, it's not a problem at all. For longer hikes, wild camps, or if you're carrying rescue gear then you'll probably want a waist strap. This pack does have a fitting point for one though, so you can add one if you feel it's needed. I don't currently run one on this pack and find it's not a problem. The straps are also wider and more padded than a lot of other packs which does help a little.
Hi! The water bladders tube goes into the right hand shoulder strap, coming thru a small opening on the inside. That is also, where the mouth piece goes and is gonna be hidden from the elements, guarded by a zipper.
Heya, I still prefer to route it through the top like I mentioned - but I'm in the UK so guarding my water pipe from the elements is not a concern that I have - it just doesn't get that cold here.
I'm only 2 minutes into the video and I can already tell it's a solid reviewer. Great job! Maybe it's the accent.
Thank you so much for the review , I was rly considering buying this backpack. Very useful .
Hello, nice one, very useful an as you say great to use 👍😃🇬🇧
Great overview. Could you please make a video about the extra pouches and straps you are using. Those looked great and practical. I am looking for good molle pouches and most I find are just too bulky or poorly made.
The pouches I'm using are just some cheap ones from Amazon - from a brand called "Triwonder" they're not a perfect match for the green but they're close enough for me. The straps are from 5.11 themselves and they call them the "5.11 Rush Tier System"
@@AscendMountains thank you! 🙏
I bought the v1 back in 2011. Strap broke yesterday (RIP). Been my EDC almost every day for almost 12 years. Hikes, office commute, grocery runs, carry-on for holiday trips, you name it. Best backpack you can wish for. The only gripe I ever had was the paracord used to open the zip-locks, and I am kinda disappointed they stayed with that design for v2.0. But why I can't go away from the Rush series is the incredible internal organization capabilities. Without looking, I know what I have where in the pack. Whenever I pickup a "normal" backpack in a store I get very disappointed with the lack of organization.
hockey tape over the paracord to make rigid zipper pulls
Sounds like you got your money's worth though! Mine's still going strong and it's still one of my preferred packs
@@davidoftheforest that's a good suggestion. But for me the issue was not that they were soft, but that they wore down and broke (like any cord will eventually). So I wonder why they simply didn't just upgrade to normal plastic or metallic zipper pulls
@@Wistbacka Happened to me to, but I found it was quite easy (a few minutes) to replace the cord and as a bonus I could change the color of the cord.
@@tobiasander2741 Nice! It was not the cords that was the issue; for me the entire shoulder strap snapped. The paracord-thingies was just a minor in convenience. My gen 2 backpack has now been with me since this original comment. Love it
I've ordered it too and now watching ur vdo for some modifications...Thanx for ur review on this bag .
Perfect review, honest and none of the fluff! 5.11 should compensate you for this review 😂
Cool video! I'm going up tomorrow with some friends but we've only ever done snowdon and we are complete amateurs. Do we need the ski sticks? We don't have any and with it being snow covered I'm guessing it's a must?
When there's just a tiny bit of snow like this, the hiking poles can help you avoid slipping since it gives you another point of contact with the ground so you can shift your weight if you slip. Not essential, but just a nice to have. An alternative is micro-spikes on your boots - but when there's as little snow as I had here (really patchy) microspikes are a pain because they're not great on bare rock. If you're getting a lot of snow though, then proper crampons become essential.
I've just come back from Madeira yesterday and have been waiting for full on winter conditions to arrive in the Lakes. I have noticed the snow is coming in Saturday night above 500 meters, snowing all day Sunday.. Monday is looking perfect for crampons and ice axe action.
Yeah we're not quite there yet; some days the higher fells have a nice covering and then on other days it's like I had in this hike - just big patches! Very excited for the snow to arrive properly so I can break the crampons out!
Are you a mountaineer ?
That's a vague term. But - I climb mountains; an awful lot of them in the UK where I live and occasionally abroad. I'm also a rock climber, but mainly sport climbing. I'm also trained in related aspects like outdoor first aid and rescue techniques. But I think the term mountaineer is very broad term since it could cover a very wide range of people so it's not necessarily helpful.
Thanks for the review! This looks like a nice backpack, it surprises me there are only 2 reviews on TH-cam.. Did you try the long side laptop compartment? I wonder if there is a "false bottom" for the laptop not to hit the concrete when the bag is placed on the ground. Thanks again and all the best ✨
I'm usually carrying these packs on hikes so I'm much more likely to use that compartment for a water bladder - or quite often I use it for my map since I'll be primarily using the GPS but it's always handy to have a map available. Using the side zip makes getting in to the compartment much easier - but it's not padded for the most part, other than the light padding on the back. So I'd not really consider it a laptop compartment at all - although it would fit one.
@@AscendMountains Ok, thanks a lot for the reply!
Hi, do you have a gpx file for this route please?
Heya, Each vlog has the route in the description For this one, if you check out the blog page here and scroll to the bottom you can see the route, click “Learn More” and then “GPX” to download the route! ascendmountains.com/vlog-climbing-helvelyn-in-the-rain/
Great review - thank you! Could you elaborate a little on how/what compression straps you use to tie down the water bottle holders? It's one of the best ways I've seen of still carrying holders but without having them swing around but can't quite work out how you've managed it! Thanks!
Hi! The straps are made by 5.11 themselves and can be bought separately They call them them the “5.11 Tier System” and clip to the molle nearly - then I just tighten or release as needed!
Good video thank you :) doing lords rake Sunday so good to see what I'm in for haha
Lord’s Rake is a great route for a little extra challenge at the end! Maybe a little challenging when there’s ice and snow but at the moment it’s just a fun scramble!
quick and on point vid - really like that - no fuss around 👍
Where did you get those orange dry bags you load into that pack?
They’re from Trespass, very heavy duty, for lighter trips I use Sea to Summit eVac bags