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How to camp on Loch Lomond islands
Have you ever wanted to live that Robinson Crusoe life just for the night? A Scottish island all for you? How about an island on Loch Lomond with views of Ben Lomond? John goes through everything you need to make this happen!
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The Greenburn Round / 4 Wainwrights in the Central Fells
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John and the family take on the Greenburn Round! 4 Awesome fells in Steel Fell, Calf Crag, Gibson Knott and Helm Crag.
St John's Vale Skyline / 5 Wainwrights in the Eastern Fells
มุมมอง 1392 หลายเดือนก่อน
Join Loch and I around the beautiful fells of the Lake District as we take on 5 Wainwrights after a loooong absence. We take on Clough Head, Great Dodd, Watson's Dodd, Skybarrow Dodd and ending on High Ring. This is Route 4 in the book 'Walking The Wainwrights with Stuart Marshall
Coast to Coast Epic - Part 4 - Edmundbyers to Tynemouth!
มุมมอง 178ปีที่แล้ว
John and Sean from @outsideambition on the final hurdle of the Coast to Coast the ride from Edmundbyers to Tynemouth. This has one epic ride!
Coast to Coast Epic - Part 3 - Alston to Edmundbyers
มุมมอง 139ปีที่แล้ว
Sean and John are still making their way across the rolling hilly countryside with Tynemouth in their sights! With @outsideambition
Coast to Coast Epic - Part 2 - Keswick to Alston
มุมมอง 198ปีที่แล้ว
Picking up immediately where we left them, Sean @outsideambition and I take on Keswick to Alston and the dreaded Hartside pass
Coast to Coast Epic - Part 1 - Whitehaven to Keswick
มุมมอง 247ปีที่แล้ว
Sean from @outsideambition drags John across the country as they both take on the coast to coast
The Big Scottish Road Trip! Disaster and paradise
มุมมอง 450ปีที่แล้ว
The Explorer's dip their toes into Van life as a big birthday surprise!
Source to Sea - River Tyne - Stage 6 - Chollerford to Hexham via Warden Gorge
มุมมอง 742ปีที่แล้ว
Back on the Tyne with my source to sea journey, Stage 6 is the scary white water day! Join me as I paddle and swim the dangerous stretch of water and tackle the fearsome Warden Gorge!!
The River South Tyne Bikepacking Route on a Sonder Camino Gravel Bike
มุมมอง 592ปีที่แล้ว
Its time to start extending my bikepacking journeys. This time i'm heading to the source of the River South Tyne and travelling to where the waters meet
Overnight Kayak Camping on Loch Ken
มุมมอง 2Kปีที่แล้ว
John and Sean from @outsideambition take a leisurely overnight weekend kayak camping on Loch Ken.
Tips for leading a group hike and climbing Ben Lomond
มุมมอง 2122 ปีที่แล้ว
After guiding my family up Scotland's most southernly Munro Ben Lomond, I share my tips and tricks I learnt on leading a group hike www.mwis.org.uk/ - Mountain weather information service www.alltrails.com/ - All trails, the best navigation app www.walkhighlands.co.uk/ - A brilliant forum for hikers th-cam.com/video/L3Z1nSEEGuY/w-d-xo.html - The best Video on day hiking gear
New Bike day! Taking on the Kielder Loop, on the Sonder Camino Gravel Bike
มุมมอง 3.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
New adventure equipment arrives with Alpkit's Sonder Camino finally landing. The new bike is immediatly put to work, taking on the Kielder Loop with @outsideambition Music Licence : CWILWYWAAD7BEFAR
Gear to bring on a Day Hike.
มุมมอง 8K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Answering your questions! How to select the right day hiking gear that covers your needs. In this video I cover things I bring along with me on a day hike. Tips on selecting the right pack and shoes, we even touch on the apps you could consider for your phone. Music Content Licence : AYEOES0SEXWJNTRU
How to camp on Derwentwater / St Herbert's Island
มุมมอง 6K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Have you always wanted a island all to yourself? In this video John explains how you could have a island camping spot in the heart of the lake district on Derwentwater. St Herbert's Island has everything you need for a British desert island retreat Wild Mel Video - th-cam.com/video/gIPeZ0u0fu0/w-d-xo.html
Source to Sea - River Tyne - Stage 5 - Wark to Chollerford
มุมมอง 1.3K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Source to Sea - River Tyne - Stage 5 - Wark to Chollerford
Climbing the Fells with a 5 year old - Little Mell Fell and Gowbarrow Fell
มุมมอง 2413 ปีที่แล้ว
Climbing the Fells with a 5 year old - Little Mell Fell and Gowbarrow Fell
Great Glen Canoe Trail - Two Men and Two Kayaks
มุมมอง 5K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Great Glen Canoe Trail - Two Men and Two Kayaks
Kayak Camping Gear for 2021 / What to bring kayak camping!
มุมมอง 5K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Kayak Camping Gear for 2021 / What to bring kayak camping!
Circumnavigate Ullswater / Kayak camp / Wild swimming
มุมมอง 2.5K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Circumnavigate Ullswater / Kayak camp / Wild swimming
Solo Hiking St Sunday Crag, Birks and Arnison Crag
มุมมอง 6543 ปีที่แล้ว
Solo Hiking St Sunday Crag, Birks and Arnison Crag
Solo Kayak CAMPING | Overnight Camp and exploring a castle
มุมมอง 4.7K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Solo Kayak CAMPING | Overnight Camp and exploring a castle
The perfect tent? Nemo Dragonfly bikepack 1p initial Review
มุมมอง 25K3 ปีที่แล้ว
The perfect tent? Nemo Dragonfly bikepack 1p initial Review
Solo Kayak CAMPING | Overnight camp and cooking on an island
มุมมอง 4.5K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Solo Kayak CAMPING | Overnight camp and cooking on an island
Wild Camping by frozen lakes and hiking through the Lake District
มุมมอง 6663 ปีที่แล้ว
Wild Camping by frozen lakes and hiking through the Lake District
Climbing Old Man of Coniston in the wind and snow
มุมมอง 3423 ปีที่แล้ว
Climbing Old Man of Coniston in the wind and snow
Source to Sea - River Tyne - Stages 3 and 4
มุมมอง 9943 ปีที่แล้ว
Source to Sea - River Tyne - Stages 3 and 4
Source to Sea - River Tyne - Stage 1 and 2
มุมมอง 1K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Source to Sea - River Tyne - Stage 1 and 2
The Great Mell Fell thanks
มุมมอง 2943 ปีที่แล้ว
The Great Mell Fell thanks
Kayaking the River Wear - Chester le Street to Roker
มุมมอง 3.6K4 ปีที่แล้ว
Kayaking the River Wear - Chester le Street to Roker

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  • @ronaldrose7593
    @ronaldrose7593 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fine informative video my friend, thank you for sharing it. 😊

  • @S-ki7mz
    @S-ki7mz 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    There are a lot of dick heads that camp there and chop trees down. People are so entitled these days it's unreal.

  • @stewartdean4009
    @stewartdean4009 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Nice 1bud thinking of kayak camping island next week sometime

  • @Hp-wg1ur
    @Hp-wg1ur 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Seen this guys car round the corner from my house 😂

  • @etc1305
    @etc1305 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    your a natural pal. good vibes with beautiful views. keep up the good work ..terry fame barbers

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Much appreciated mate!

  • @etc1305
    @etc1305 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    belting vid and views...terry fame barbers

  • @jsammo6528
    @jsammo6528 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Is it Bucinch Island?

  • @redshorse
    @redshorse 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Excellent.

  • @thewader
    @thewader 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love the setup! Which underquilt is that? I'm looking to replace mine as its my old sleeping bag with the hood removed 🤣

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      It’s a ukhammocks underquilt. Unfortunately ukhammocks is gone now so you can’t get one, however there are a good number of cottage company’s who could knock you one up. If you like this video I’ve just made another like this, but in Scotland instead

  • @WildMel-mk1rz
    @WildMel-mk1rz 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lovely video. Can’t wait to get there myself 😁

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You’d love it Mel! Mushroom heaven

    • @WildMel-mk1rz
      @WildMel-mk1rz 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@TheGrayExplorer yeah it definitely looked like some cool edibles there 🤩

  • @budget_camper
    @budget_camper 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Great video again. To be honest fella I feel you could present tv programs for a living. There's a touch of the James May with your wit and you come across very likable. Purely my opinon:)

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Now that’s a large compliment. Thank you very much. Countryfile if you’re watching! I’m available !

  • @lisadavison2406
    @lisadavison2406 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Really enjoyed watching it ☺️ glad to see you back out and loving it

  • @MD-rv2wl
    @MD-rv2wl 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Aerial shots, nifty camera work, good descriptions and info, lapping water, stunning views, maps and even now a fancy schmancy animated logo 😃 One of your best for me, you can see how much you enjoyed yourself and made me want to be there. Why aren't we there you asked...WHY AREN'T I THERE I wonder?!

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you ever so much!

  • @theolewell7535
    @theolewell7535 หลายเดือนก่อน

    thank you for this beautiful place

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer หลายเดือนก่อน

      Provided by Nature. Hopefully it stays beautiful

  • @craigdobson9068
    @craigdobson9068 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice one mate, I'm local and off there this weekend now that the weathers cleared.

  • @benhaswell5298
    @benhaswell5298 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great to see you back hope you have some more adventures planned

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Hopefully I can be more consistent in the adventures too ha!

  • @Fudgeis1337
    @Fudgeis1337 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is this the Titanium or the Aluminium frame? Looking at the Ti at the moment

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer หลายเดือนก่อน

      Aluminium. The titanium is a decent bit lighter

  • @Morts81
    @Morts81 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What time of year did you do this? I want to do the same trip but I hear whispers of an informal agreement with fisherman to stay out during the summer months?

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer หลายเดือนก่อน

      This was a long time ago now but judging by my photos it was September time. I didn’t see any fisherman until I got to Roker. Hope you have fun

  • @daveated1
    @daveated1 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where did you launch from ? Hoping to go soon. Thx

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sorry I can’t remember, it’s was a canny paddle from the launch point to the castle. I looked up the loch and then went round it on google maps to find a park up. Sorry I can’t be of more help

  • @lisadavison2406
    @lisadavison2406 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lovely walk once we passed the first fell 😂😂

  • @connahhardacre2030
    @connahhardacre2030 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome going for a camp there this month

  • @stewartdean4009
    @stewartdean4009 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is there many islands on this loch

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah there’s a good few at least two that I personally saw. Loch Ken is long though, you’d easy find a piece of land to call your own for the night

  • @WildMel-mk1rz
    @WildMel-mk1rz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hay John! Great to see you back out and well done on your achievement. Sorry to hear the reason you have been away but glad things are slotting back into place. Life does have a habit of interfering at times but hopefully now you will get back in the zone. Look forward to your next video 🌳😁🌳

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks Mel. You know how much effort I put into this I just put too much pressure on myself sometimes. Hopefully the next video isn't another year away

    • @WildMel-mk1rz
      @WildMel-mk1rz 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheGrayExplorer I’m sure it won’t be now you’ve got the taste for it again!

  • @TheSmallSmudge
    @TheSmallSmudge 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really enjoyed these videos! Great content, keep it up

  • @TheSmallSmudge
    @TheSmallSmudge 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Brilliant video John!

  • @jemneal2306
    @jemneal2306 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Aw, miss you buddy, that was lovely to watch, both for the views, the vibes, and to see your face.

  • @edwardmcguinness4040
    @edwardmcguinness4040 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good to see you back John.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, hope I can keep it up

  • @paulcontursi5982
    @paulcontursi5982 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My daypack loadout is similar but I also carry a head lamp, toilet tissue and hand sanitizer.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good calls, my toilet bag contains the last two and a shovel

  • @allycarr5588
    @allycarr5588 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What are the best times to launch with regard to tide times. Many thanks

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In my opinion, an hour before high tide. But I’d take advice from someone qualified to give it. I’m not qualified

  • @The-GreenHornet
    @The-GreenHornet 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    EVERYTHING! You said that you want in a tent is EXACTLY the same things that I desire; because of this you sold me. I gave you a Thumbs up 👍. The price is a bit of a hard pill to swallow, but... if one wants a great quality tent with all the features and our same likes and desires in a tent. Then the price is just a one time hit, and then it's behind you. I too, am looking for all the qualities that you mentioned for my recumbent trike touring. Question... How small does it compress down to if you put it into a compression sack? Thanks again, cheers.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s a bike packing tent. So the size is very small. Like forearm small. Even the poles have an extra fold to make them smaller. The price point is wild, I’m with you. But buy once cry once I guess

  • @KenFernbach
    @KenFernbach 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice review- best of luck with the new bicycle too brother! 🚴🏼‍♂️🌱🌿🧘🏼🙏

  • @stewartdean4009
    @stewartdean4009 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Covacure is great hammock enjoyed your video

  • @doubledecker1094
    @doubledecker1094 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very useful vid.

  • @robertshea5159
    @robertshea5159 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Catapult? In US that is a “sling shot.” Good to see someone else taking their coffee seriously.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah massive coffee fan, instant is ok, but when you’ve got no weight restrictions you may as well bring the proper toys

  • @4N50N
    @4N50N 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    really informative video just what i was looking for, thank you

  • @desmondbroad1305
    @desmondbroad1305 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi John were planning this trip hopefully for this year.. .great video I love the way you had the two coloured canoes on the map .and you gave your stopping point locations great stuff I've subd 😍

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s a great trip, hope you get the weather for Loch Ness! Have fun, safe trails

  • @k4nuu
    @k4nuu 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    nice paddle, done many white water rivers but trying to do more flat water to chill solo these days. Did you have any access problems in lambton estate. The game keeper has been known to pick issues with kayakers.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’ve heard about the game keeper issue before. I know company’s that run this route also avoid lambton estate too. I’ve ran this route twice went through the estate twice and I’ve not been stopped collared or in anyway harrassed on the route. Can’t say that you won’t though

  • @ASKR303
    @ASKR303 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hi guys. great video. im going to attempt the same trip myself but my concern is how far did you have to drag your gear from car to water and did you have any hassle parking overnight ?

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We used a campsite right on the water, there was a bit of a hike but nothing mad.

    • @ASKR303
      @ASKR303 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheGrayExplorer thankyou think thats what im going to do to avoid any hassle. cheers

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Have a good trip

  • @Headtrons
    @Headtrons 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Why does someone want to not be seen while wild camping? I don’t understand your emphasis on hiding.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wild camping isn’t strictly legal. Also if your hiking long distance and you want to pitch were you are it’s better to be away from view. A massive orange tent on the edge of a farmers field is going to attract attention you might not want

  • @mcvicar69
    @mcvicar69 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    i did this after we were allowed back outside after the coronavirus event. best trip i’ve ever ever done and would love to go back. we did it in september when the midgeys weren’t rife!

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Honestly, this is the best trip I’ve ever done. I’d do it again tomorrow given the opportunity

  • @mags5761
    @mags5761 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great ‼️

  • @WildMel-mk1rz
    @WildMel-mk1rz 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice one John 🤩

  • @banksiaspinulosa7442
    @banksiaspinulosa7442 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like a game changer. 2 years on whats the verdict???

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It really is. The uses for it are amazing. I might actually make a video of the 2 years on, that’s actually a good idea

  • @simonsnow5419
    @simonsnow5419 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! I'm just about to buy a Camino. How did the bike handle it? I'm also unsure about the "bomber" flared handlebars, cant decide to stick with what i know or try the flared version. Thanks!

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I really like the Camino, I ended up ditching the drops and got flats in the end. I’m not a racer, I don’t have hamstrings I have bacon strings so the thought of getting into that racing stance on a bike is a big fat no. The extra hoop on the flats give me more real estate for the lights and things too. My C2C video has them in. Camino is great though, would definitely recommend it

  • @AMG63
    @AMG63 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just on here looking at other people's experiences of this route as im planning on doing it this april/may, im also from the northeast just near tynemouth...anyways good luck for the next attempt and hope the weather is on your side 👍

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Legit this is my favourite trip I’ve ever done. Aye crap we didn’t complete it, but it’s so stunning that I don’t mind at all. Have fun on your trip

    • @AMG63
      @AMG63 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheGrayExplorer I do most my fishing and kayaking on the west coast so I know what the weather is like up that way, all four seasons in an hour.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not wrong there 😂

  • @AndreaRachel617
    @AndreaRachel617 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks so much for the excellent review. I had been looking at the Nemo Dragonfly but I think you've swayed me. I'm 5'1 and 71 years old so it should be super roomy and the lighter the better! I also like the extra storage you showed.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m 6foot and it’s roomy for me! So you’ll find it enormous. Hope you enjoy it

  • @sennabus3356
    @sennabus3356 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where did you get that sit mat from?

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      amazon! www.amazon.co.uk/Klymit-Pillow-Inflatable-Camp-Travel/dp/B00GP143N8/ref=sr_1_14_sspa?crid=28G46Q0NV7RX1&keywords=inflatable+seat+hiking&qid=1705398684&sprefix=inflatable+seat+hiking%2Caps%2C65&sr=8-14-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&psc=1

  • @grumpy-dad3701
    @grumpy-dad3701 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've got a coffin tent. Easy to put up but literally no room.

    • @TheGrayExplorer
      @TheGrayExplorer 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Did like my old coffin tent. Had the oex phoxx when it first came out, far too small for me. Then a laser comp 1. Which I really liked

    • @grumpy-dad3701
      @grumpy-dad3701 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheGrayExplorer mine is a cheaper version. Just no space inside. Ended up having to leave belongings outside.

  • @DavWalker-zu6hh
    @DavWalker-zu6hh 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Top man....this video really helped me out....my knees have gone through hiking now I'm going kayaking this year psl