This is about the 6th time I’ve watched this video now Dave. Love watching your videos over breakfast. The feeling I get from them is fantastic. Very motivating too. I love the ambient music you use on the way down - almost emotional. I’ve noticed you’ve used that a few times now, really adds atmosphere 👌
One of your best Dave. Currently got Covid so dreaming of adventures for next year. Will be back in the Lakes, superb. Thanks for all you do Dave. 👋👋👋 Simon
Another masterpiece! Some of those ascents would be testing enough with 2 hands, never mind while holding a camera in one. Going over those rocks at 08:42 knowing you had to come back down them to get your camera, and then climb up again 🤦🏻 Legend 🙏🏻
Awesome Dave 😎😎 Andy Beavers put me o to your channel so I’ve subscribed and look forward to seeing all your vids, I have wildcamped for years but only do the easy ones now I’m 60 but love watching you guys bringing the views to us oldies. I had the Akto but sold it last year for a Soulo 😎😎 The people who leave their rubbish are not wild campers mate,they are scum who don’t deserve our beautiful mountains. Keep em coming and stay safe. Atb Tony
Thank you Tony really appreciate that😎👍. I’ve only been doing this camping malarkey for just over three years but I do really enjoy it. I started the TH-cam channel in November last year so it’s all still quite new to me and there’s lots to learn. I’m 56 myself so no spring chicken. I want to do as much as I can while I’m still able to. Andy B has an amazing channel and puts up some fantastic videos. He also seems a thoroughly decent bloke to. Again, thanks for your support, really appreciate it - ATB Dave
Cheers Dave, I try to pack as light as possible these days, aka messner style 😎😎 carrying 50 lb packs for years gave me a 5 inch blood clot in my neck a few years ago. It was either stop wild camping or have my top ribs cut out and carry lighter packs 😂😂 didn’t need the ribs anyway 😎😎 I just do max of 30lb now. Keep safe mate. Tony
Cracking videos pal. Bit unfortunate that some seem to think it’s fine leaving tents/rubbish behind. Never the less, fabulous videos. Stunning scenery 👍🏻
The Solo Summiteer I went up high street via Riggindale crag and back down via kidsty pike on Sunday. Lovely day out. Lots of spots for a wildcamp on Riggindale. Stunning views. I was blown away by the views
Just found your channel really enjoyed great video that starry sky was brilliant. Last time I was up there must be 40 years ago in my scouting days. Must go back.
Brilliant video and scenery. I really need to get back up to the lake district when all this 2020 craziness has died down. I'll make do with watching some of your others until then 👍🏔️
@@TheSoloSummiteer I was chatting with a mate yesterday and I mentioned that I keep thinking how wonderful it would be to spend a day in the fells followed by a couple of beers in a cosy Lake District boozer. Oh for the simple things in life 😀
My heart in my mouth watching you ascend with backpack, the tent light up on summit with stars and view was like another world what a great trip you had, another great memory for yourself and great video for us folks to watch. 😎👌
The band is a route I haven’t done. Looks great .. my site would be the plateau half way up. You obviously hit the route as I saw a cairn at the bottom of the Ghyll climb. So sad to see Sty-head tarn. Bizarre that someone took the trouble (sic) to put their rubbish all tidy in a bin bag before leaving it up there.
Wow what a feeling at 26 minutes, I showered underneath that waterfall in the rain butt naked about 6 months ago 😆 and csmped just round the corner. Makes me wana go again soon.
@@TheSoloSummiteer i went up helvellyn today after seeing your video winter camping up there j wanted to check out the weather up the summit, it was very wild and bitterly cold, had a quick brew went down. Thanks for the motivation 👍
Hi, yet another superb video. I'm relatively new to your channel; due to health issues I haven't been able to get out for a number of years but I am now managing to slowly pick up again. Whether I'll ever get back to my glory days is doubtful but I'm grateful for any improvement now. I asked you about your backpacking slippers a few days back and I've taken the plunge and bought a pair of those Bobby dazzlers since then. Really like them actually. Soft enough to wear inside the tent and saves having to boot up if you need to get out and irrigate the nearby flora in the night or anything. Your videos are a real inspiration and are helping to motivate me towards getting out again. Just hope we aren't heading for another bloody lockdown. Anyway all the best once again.
Thank you for your kind words, Frederick 👍. Sorry to hear you’ve not been well. We all need a bit of inspiration and motivation sometimes. Same goes for me and comments like yours go a long way to towards that. Glad you’re pleased with the slippers. Hope you can try them out for real, soon. ATB Dave
Great Vlog Dave, amazing views, photography and fitness. I've just watched your most recent Vlog and wish you a speedy recovery and whole heartedly agree with your sentiments about concentrating on the things you can do and not the things you can't. That's my 2021 wish. ATB Dave.
Great video Solo... Loved it😍 Can't believe some people would leave all of their rubbish up there...😡😡🤬 Terrible behaviour 😡 nice one for not swearing on your channel though😉😉👍👍 always a great watch🤘🤘
An absolute corker. Stunning views. Dave, your videos just get better and better. Thanks for taking the time to film especially when the going gets hard. The oncoming of autumn is most noticeable on the higher ground of the Lake District with the ferns changing colour. ATB Chris
Epic backdrop when you were going up the gully. Only just stumbled across your channel. Some really good stuff.. subscribed! Being a wheelchair user these videos are the closest I’ll ever get to the real thing.
Hi Adam. A number of people have been In touch with me saying that they can no longer get into the mountains due to illness, health issues, etc. I feel so privileged to be able to share my little adventures with you guys and it’s a massive motivator for me. Glad you enjoyed the video and many thanks for the comments - ATB Dave
Dave, thank you, I've never been there, my brother and my friend have shown me pics of there. To see it in video, is a treat. Well done,your adventures are amazing.
Fantastic mate, absolutely captures the beauty of the landscapes and hills. It was a great route up to Great End, exciting coming up that gully. Might try out the Mountain Being Coffee too!! Keep them Vlogs coming.
Just found you today my grandfather came from Scotland his last name was Hendricks. I love Scottish music. My wife is of Scottish decent. She is from Glasgow Kentucky 😀Michigan
Thank you for a fabulous video, beautiful. I was up rund Great Gable the other week but we weren't blessed with your weather. Keep them coming and I am looking forward to some winter overnighters off you soon !!
Amazing as ever, must have missed this somehow it popped up this evening. Absolutely disgusting when people leave mess when wild camping but luckily not everyone is the same. Good content as usual, love the sunset and sunrise especially with the tent pitched. Enjoy your next adventure in the wild. 👏👏👏
Nice movie, i used to be in the Brecon Beacons as a soldier but would like to go to the Lake District to do a similar hike. Good luck with the following recordings. Greetings from The Netherlands.
Cracking film Dave, been a long time since I've done the corridor route. I love a scramble, and the water. Thanks for sharing your trip...I will not.mention the other bit...fumming! ATB Grant.
Love your videos mate. I camped up there 2 months ago in thick fog. I love the fact you don't focus on gear. 14 kg though! Well done carrying that weight.
Thank you, really appreciate that👍. For me it’s all about spending time in the mountains and being able to share the experience. There are plenty of gear reviews out there. The camping bit is just a means to an end. You’ll rarely find me below 2000ft.
Fantastic video yet again, Dave. Challenging ascent but worth it for those views. I camped last week near Grasmoor and also had zero wind and eerily quiet conditions. I share your anger at those idiots who give wild camping a bad name. I was walking in the Peak District a couple of weeks ago and found similar carnage with abandoned tents, BBQs and bags of rubbish. Seems to have got worse post-lockdown.
Quality film dude, just started watching your vids. No nonsense, putting effort in to get to a great spot👍. Been at it myself since early 90's, Scotland, Lakes, Wales Falklands and stuff in Europe so I'm a bit fussy who I watch. Keep up the good work, looking forward to next one
Cheers David, appreciate that👍. It’s good to hear from someone with real experience. I only started this malarkey in 2015 so still a relative beginner. Lots of channels out there but I’m trying to keep it real. Many have a totally different idea of what “wild camping “ is, but each to their own. ATB - Dave
Great End. Great climb! Great views. Great vlogging! Hopefully, one day, you might show more of the actual climbing process of other gully scrambles I used to love to do? Keep them coming!!
Absolutely spot on Dave. Really enjoyed that one. Looked like a cracking wildcamp. A good old slog up but those views make it all worth while. Another excellent video mate 👍🏼 tfs and ATB 👍🏼 Craig
Great video! Very atmospheric! I just purchased the Akto, looking forward to getting it out in the wild and having it feature in my videos! thanks for the video 🙏
@@TheSoloSummiteer I just uploaded a video on the Peak Districts highest point, kinder scout, so i think very soon I am going to go for scafell pike! i would also like to try some stealth camping trips/videos closer to where I live in south london... so will visit the surrey hills very soon... in the mean time i often frequent the peak district, I have had some amazing trips there recently!
Alex Rand sounds cool😎. Regarding Scafell Pike, pitching spots are quite limited up there. I did a video of my camp at Mickledore so if you need any help just let me know.
Good stuff man... I’ve been enjoying your back catalog of vids and only realised you crossed 1k subs there now when you say it. Loving the shot styles and chat. Brilliant
Another cracking video Dave your getting more professional with the filming keep it up pal there a joy to watch. Glad your liking the Akto it is surprisingly wide, one thing I noticed when I got mine but the extra porch space is great in bad weather for cooking in or storing wet gear. Totally agree on the sand colour it's great and very stealth from a distance. Sadly it's a real shame seeing rubbish left like that but I've seen a lot more of it this year in the Lakes theres know excuse, you carry it in you carry it out, simple.
Amazing video and footage, got to give wild camping a go, had 3 summits to myself earlier this week😊 sharp start is essential, cracking videos keep them coming,
just discovered your channel & have to say 1st class, well done. Unfortunately the covid campers as I call them are ruining our wild countryside, Ive had to shift 2 or 3 bin bags of rubbish off the Yorkshire Dales due to them, I just cant leave it there blotting our lovely countryside.
Brilliant that Dave & what a route up via the band that's some scramble & with the big pack on too.. Congrats on the 1k subs too thoroughly deserved. Looked a whole lot different to the one time I've summited great end for a camp it was mid winter, heavy snow & thick ice but it was a great experience. Finding that lot dumped down by the tarn there's some filthy animals about, I'd love to catch someone in the act of leaving stuff like that as there'd be some choice language used. It ain't wildcamping that for sure. Great stuff again Dave & cracking conditions tfs mate Andy.
I’ve wanted to camp on Great End for a few years now, Andy. My first ascent of was a via Custs gully in winter. I got to the top and could see Scafell Pike in the distance. I’d never been there before so I just headed over in my crampons. It was my first time ever on England’s highest mountain. That was March 2016. I’ve loved Great End since then. Loved your video in winter too, awesome. Scum campers make me sick. Glad you enjoyed the video and big thanks for your support, Andy 😎👍
You’re an inspiration mate. Watching this before setting off to do Pillar. We did Yewbarrow last Tuesday. What a place! ATB. Here’s to more subs, the filming on this one is great😊👍👍👍
What a tremendous experience. It been a good 25 or so years since I was in that part of the world and the Pennines have softened me up since! Your film makes me want to find out if I'm still up to it 😎. I know there's some scruffy knobheads about but I was genuinely shocked at the mess you showed. I wish they could be caught and punished very harshly. Anyway, a great watch Dave. ATB, Chris.
Thanks, Chris😎👍. My main motivation for doing this is that one day I won’t be able to. And time ain’t on my side. Go for it 😎. The scum campers are a stain on the landscape. Unfortunately I don’t see it getting any better until they have some other fad to latch on to 🤬
Those stars were amazing Dave, with being a stargazor myself, bloody magic! We get some amazing nights here, especially Spring / summer.. most nights too, easy to pick off Planets.. anyways, fantastic filming as usual, i cant wait for some new stuff 2021.. ATB Kenny ;-) PS. The people leaving their shite was disgusting, no respect eh :-( no excuse!!
I’ve never experienced a night like that Kenny. Silent and not a breath of wind. Rate conditions in the mountains. Hoping to be able to get back out once the lockdown ends. Yeah, the scum campers make me sick. Stay safe - Dave
Think I would have settled for a pitch down at the tarn with all the other tents🤣fair play mate💪🏻,you deserve all your subscribers,another cracking adventure ⛺️🏔👍
A cracking video capturing a special place. Would love to explore that plateaux as I usually opted for haystacks round there. Is there decent parking? Subbed, Michael
As always, great video Dave. Awesome sunset, stunning views (with a brew) all being very well captured. Some of that scrambling looked a bit sketchy, unless it was your camera making it look steeper than it was? As for the jets, they possibly could be 2 F-16's out of Lakenheath as there's a deployment based there from Italy. Yes, I'm a geek in more ways than one...😆 Keep up the good work dude 👍🙂
Nice video, I've just come across your channel so I've given you a sub. That mess that was left hopefully that will be their last camp as they now haven't got any gear, it really boils my blood. Atb Darren
Really enjoyed that, I wish I had the time and enthusiasm to film my mountain time, the length and effort guys like yourself go to is very appreciated. I don't think you said 'knackered' once did you?😄
Thanks Simon, appreciate that 👍. There were a couple of times where it nearly slipped out, but I stopped myself and just laughed instead 😁. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
It seems that the rubbish been left on the hills has increased compared to the past or is it because social media covers it more? I have been hiking in the Lakes since the 80s. However, I have had a break on and off for 20 years due to not living in the UK. I will be very sad to see this on my return, but maybe I'll need to carry a big bag too.
Thanks for the great video (as always!). Do you have a link for the coffee you tried? My wife and I are always looking for decent coffee we can take wild camping :-). Thanks again and we look forward to the next one
another top video! Whereabouts did you park if you dont mind me asking? Finding somewhere to park seems to be my single biggest issue when wild camping in the lakes!
Many thanks Jules👍. I parked on the grassy bit just before the Wasdale Inn. Know what you mean about parking, it can be a real pain, everywhere, even more so since Covid 🙄
@@TheSoloSummiteerThank you, and yes it really has become a pain, especially at weekends. Just getting on a car park is a result sometimes. I tend to ignore the "no overnight parking", as I figured they can only prove it if someone is there to see your car at midnight. Who's to say I didn't go for a late night hike, then came back for an early morning hike?! 😏😂
Coming up that gully looks sketchy enough mate 😳. Would be a bad time to have a fall on your Todd. Great video as always 🙌🏻 loving every minute of the channel. Cheers mate
It was SK, but I was being really cautious, and not taking chances. I do like to add a bit of excitement to my routes but know my limits and the danger of being on my own. Thanks for the comments and glad you enjoyed it, very much appreciated.
Fantastic Dave thats one of my favorite vids that you’ve done mate. Tell ya what you must be a fit lad carrying all that weight. up there and back. Terrible seeing all the S**t people are leaving lying around after camping. How hard is it to put it in a bag and take it home. ATB mate 👍
This is about the 6th time I’ve watched this video now Dave. Love watching your videos over breakfast. The feeling I get from them is fantastic. Very motivating too. I love the ambient music you use on the way down - almost emotional. I’ve noticed you’ve used that a few times now, really adds atmosphere 👌
Thank you so much for such kind words Simon 🙏🏻
One of your best Dave. Currently got Covid so dreaming of adventures for next year. Will be back in the Lakes, superb. Thanks for all you do Dave. 👋👋👋 Simon
Nice one Simon. Glad you enjoyed it and good luck with your trip. Get well soon and ATB 👍
Another masterpiece! Some of those ascents would be testing enough with 2 hands, never mind while holding a camera in one. Going over those rocks at 08:42 knowing you had to come back down them to get your camera, and then climb up again 🤦🏻 Legend 🙏🏻
Aye. It was a tough one that. Worth the pain tho 🙏🏻
Great video mate, living the dream doing what you're doing😃🏞🤘
Another great video Dave. I share your frustration regarding the rubbish left. No excuse.
Cheers Graeham👍. No excuse at all 👎
Amazing scenery and camera work 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻💖🙏🏻
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One of my favourite channels this! Another great video. Thank you
Really appreciate that Scott 🙏🏻. ATB - Dave
Loved that Dave, great film and spicy wee bits of route, thanks for that. A
Nice one, Andy👍. Glad you enjoyed it 😎
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Lovely video enjoyed watching,, thank you for a great upload..
Thank you for your kind words Marium 🙏🏻. Really appreciated. Take care - Dave.
Amazing vid such a beautiful view!
Beautiful views
Thank you Julie👍. It was a stunner that one😎
Just catching up on a few of these vids Dave. Cracking that.
Big thanks Stampistuta 😎👍. ATB Dave
Simply brilliant mate.
Thanks, man 🙏🏻
@@TheSoloSummiteer you’re welcome, inspirational mate can’t wait to get back to the lake district
Love watching channels like yours, Scotland mountains and renegade scot for the fantastic views you all show us, much appreciated
Thank you Henry👍. I love those two channels as well 😎
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Really enjoyed your great end video. I want to do the and route next time. Inspired!
Cheers Stephen👍 Highly recommend that route 😎
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Another awesome video buddy. 👍🇬🇧
Fantastic, Jason😎👍. Thank you 🙏🏻
I'm going to The Tarn this weekend for the first time, wish me look! Great videos, thanks!!
Nice one Scott. Enjoy 😎👍
Excellent video
Very much appreciated. Great weather you had on this one. Please keep em coming.
Cheers Andy 😎👍
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geart vid at 6.55 want an awsome spot to camp as aways fantastic watch thanks atb bryan
Fantastic and inspirational content! Keep going!
Big thanks 🙏🏻
Really enjoyed this 👍
Many thanks James😎👍
Awesome Dave 😎😎 Andy Beavers put me o to your channel so I’ve subscribed and look forward to seeing all your vids, I have wildcamped for years but only do the easy ones now I’m 60 but love watching you guys bringing the views to us oldies. I had the Akto but sold it last year for a Soulo 😎😎 The people who leave their rubbish are not wild campers mate,they are scum who don’t deserve our beautiful mountains. Keep em coming and stay safe. Atb Tony
Thank you Tony really appreciate that😎👍. I’ve only been doing this camping malarkey for just over three years but I do really enjoy it. I started the TH-cam channel in November last year so it’s all still quite new to me and there’s lots to learn. I’m 56 myself so no spring chicken. I want to do as much as I can while I’m still able to. Andy B has an amazing channel and puts up some fantastic videos. He also seems a thoroughly decent bloke to. Again, thanks for your support, really appreciate it - ATB Dave
Cheers Dave, I try to pack as light as possible these days, aka messner style 😎😎 carrying 50 lb packs for years gave me a 5 inch blood clot in my neck a few years ago. It was either stop wild camping or have my top ribs cut out and carry lighter packs 😂😂 didn’t need the ribs anyway 😎😎 I just do max of 30lb now. Keep safe mate. Tony
Amazing views! Very nice gear! Keep going bro! Gl
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What a great video, anywhere from seathwaite is a winner. The Akto looks a bit Gucci 🤗
Cracking videos pal. Bit unfortunate that some seem to think it’s fine leaving tents/rubbish behind. Never the less, fabulous videos. Stunning scenery 👍🏻
Thanks Mike. Really appreciate that 😎👍
The Solo Summiteer I went up high street via Riggindale crag and back down via kidsty pike on Sunday. Lovely day out. Lots of spots for a wildcamp on Riggindale. Stunning views. I was blown away by the views
Mike Crowe nice one 👍. I did that route a couple of years ago but the weather wasn’t great. I’m sure there’s some deer around there.
The Solo Summiteer I didn’t see any.😁 it was fabulous. I’ll definitely be going back to do it again and only saw 5 people all day 👍🏻
Great video! The idiots leaving all their crap there is mind boggling. Looking forward to the next, ATB.
Many thanks👍. It’s a sad state of affairs 😕
Just found your channel really enjoyed great video that starry sky was brilliant. Last time I was up there must be 40 years ago in my scouting days. Must go back.
Thank you, Mike 👍. That’s brilliant. Hope it brought back some great memories 😎👍. ATB - Dave
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Subscribed! Nice video and beautiful scenery!
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Amazing how you know the names of all the peaks. I wouldn't be able tell the difference.
Lots of map studying 😁
Brilliant video and scenery.
I really need to get back up to the lake district when all this 2020 craziness has died down.
I'll make do with watching some of your others until then 👍🏔️
That’s fantastic Tony👍. Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you can get back there soon 🤞😎👍
Brilliant, mate. How it should be done, and enjoyed. Thanks!
A terrific Lakeland vlog. Just making me long for getting back to the Lakes all the more.
Know what you mean Jon. Seen some amazing pics of the Lakes this weekend. It’s driving me mad.
@@TheSoloSummiteer I was chatting with a mate yesterday and I mentioned that I keep thinking how wonderful it would be to spend a day in the fells followed by a couple of beers in a cosy Lake District boozer. Oh for the simple things in life 😀
Another immense video mate.! Brilliant work. Looked like quite the climb, that one. lol.
Really appreciate that Dominic🙏🏻👍. Yeah it was a tough one. Good fun tho, I’m a glutton for punishment 😁
@@TheSoloSummiteer - haha. Me too mate. Might give that one a try.
Was the Akto comfortable.? Thinking of getting that model.
Akto was really good Dominic. It’s a little low on headroom compared to the Soulo but it has a bigger porch. Coped really well with the wind too. 👍
Another epic Dave nice one, cracking views and what a night 👍 ATB Phil
Cheers Phil. Was a slog but worth it - ATB Dave
What a great vid! New to the channel, love the content!
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Nice one mate - cracking weather and stunning views on this one. The Akto looks ace up there - nice music and well put together. ATB, Chris
Thanks Chris, appreciate that 👍. I wasn’t sure about the Akto but having just got back from a mountain camp in very strong winds, I love it now 😎
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My heart in my mouth watching you ascend with backpack, the tent light up on summit with stars and view was like another world what a great trip you had, another great memory for yourself and great video for us folks to watch. 😎👌
Much appreciated alan 😎👍. It was an amazing trip and worth the tough climb up. Love sharing it with you guys 🙏🏻🏔
Love a brew wi a view, and what a view! Crackin pitch that. Another top video pal.👍🏻
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What can I say, this video captures perfectly why people like us, do this, absolutely brilliant mate, keep it going 👍atb
When I say us, I mean the responsible us, not like the tossers who left all their shite behind 🤬
Thanks you, Paul. really appreciate your kind words - ATB Dave
The band is a route I haven’t done. Looks great .. my site would be the plateau half way up. You obviously hit the route as I saw a cairn at the bottom of the Ghyll climb.
So sad to see Sty-head tarn. Bizarre that someone took the trouble (sic) to put their rubbish all tidy in a bin bag before leaving it up there.
Cheers Peter 😎👍
Me again... First comment went on just as I started to watch your vid. One hell of a schlep that! Best pleasures are the hardest earned..ATB.
Damn right, Fraser. It was a tough one. No pain, no gain! ATB Dave
Wow what a feeling at 26 minutes, I showered underneath that waterfall in the rain butt naked about 6 months ago 😆 and csmped just round the corner. Makes me wana go again soon.
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@@TheSoloSummiteer i went up helvellyn today after seeing your video winter camping up there j wanted to check out the weather up the summit, it was very wild and bitterly cold, had a quick brew went down. Thanks for the motivation 👍
Fantastic mini movie, really enjoyed this, the journey up was stunning, a great overnighter, very jealous of your views. ATB, Lee
Thanks BO👍Was a cracking spot😎
Cheers, I enjoyed that a lot and nice ending with a dip in the beck.
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Cheers Dave👍. Think I’d earned it after that lot 😁
Hi, yet another superb video. I'm relatively new to your channel; due to health issues I haven't been able to get out for a number of years but I am now managing to slowly pick up again. Whether I'll ever get back to my glory days is doubtful but I'm grateful for any improvement now. I asked you about your backpacking slippers a few days back and I've taken the plunge and bought a pair of those Bobby dazzlers since then. Really like them actually. Soft enough to wear inside the tent and saves having to boot up if you need to get out and irrigate the nearby flora in the night or anything. Your videos are a real inspiration and are helping to motivate me towards getting out again. Just hope we aren't heading for another bloody lockdown.
Anyway all the best once again.
Thank you for your kind words, Frederick 👍. Sorry to hear you’ve not been well. We all need a bit of inspiration and motivation sometimes. Same goes for me and comments like yours go a long way to towards that. Glad you’re pleased with the slippers. Hope you can try them out for real, soon. ATB Dave
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Great Vlog Dave, amazing views, photography and fitness. I've just watched your most recent Vlog and wish you a speedy recovery and whole heartedly agree with your sentiments about concentrating on the things you can do and not the things you can't. That's my 2021 wish. ATB Dave.
Great video Solo... Loved it😍
Can't believe some people would leave all of their rubbish up there...😡😡🤬 Terrible behaviour 😡 nice one for not swearing on your channel though😉😉👍👍 always a great watch🤘🤘
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was up there last week....loads of rubbish, broken beer bottles, fire scars etc up by the tarns.
Loved this, if inspiration was needed to get up them fells this is it...Bravo mate.
Much appreciated John 🙏🏻. Thank you 😎👍
An absolute corker. Stunning views. Dave, your videos just get better and better. Thanks for taking the time to film especially when the going gets hard. The oncoming of autumn is most noticeable on the higher ground of the Lake District with the ferns changing colour. ATB Chris
Thanks Chris, really appreciate that👍. ATB Dave
Another inspiring watch David. Just gets better and better with every presentation.
Massive thanks Mick. Really appreciate that.
Fantastic videos really enjoy keep them coming 👍
Nice one slaz 😎👍
Epic backdrop when you were going up the gully.
Only just stumbled across your channel. Some really good stuff.. subscribed!
Being a wheelchair user these videos are the closest I’ll ever get to the real thing.
Hi Adam. A number of people have been In touch with me saying that they can no longer get into the mountains due to illness, health issues, etc. I feel so privileged to be able to share my little adventures with you guys and it’s a massive motivator for me. Glad you enjoyed the video and many thanks for the comments - ATB Dave
Nice one!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍
Big thanks, Ian
Dave, thank you, I've never been there, my brother and my friend have shown me pics of there. To see it in video, is a treat. Well done,your adventures are amazing.
Thank you Lorraine 🙏🏻😎
Fantastic mate, absolutely captures the beauty of the landscapes and hills. It was a great route up to Great End, exciting coming up that gully. Might try out the Mountain Being Coffee too!! Keep them Vlogs coming.
Nice one Paul, Big thanks!
Brilliant, really enjoyable .
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍
Crackin route that... Long time since ive been on there, a winter camp in the snow on the little bit that sticks out on sprinkling tarn...
Great video mate , impressive camp . Just bought the akto myself , love the tent and the ease of setup 👍👍
Many thanks Konrad 😎👍I think it’s a bit of a pain to set up compared to the Soulo. I am getting more used to it tho 👍
The Solo Summiteer I think it’ll get easier , I really love the one pole tunnel design 🤙🤙
Konrad Kealey's Ireland - I think you’re right. Was out in it last night in pretty wild conditions. Akto was really great 😎👍
The Solo Summiteer boom!!!! See I told ye lol 😂
Konrad Kealey's Ireland 😁👍
Cracking video as always, that's some good going a full pack
Cheers Shawn 😎👍. Been aching ever since 😁
Just found you today my grandfather came from Scotland his last name was Hendricks. I love Scottish music. My wife is of Scottish decent. She is from Glasgow Kentucky 😀Michigan
That’s brilliant, Arne 👍
Thank you for a fabulous video, beautiful. I was up rund Great Gable the other week but we weren't blessed with your weather. Keep them coming and I am looking forward to some winter overnighters off you soon !!
Much appreciated Andy, thank you 👍. Looking forward to winter as well. Then I remember how tough it is with a 20kg pack 😩😁😎💪. Oh, and freezing 🥶
Amazing as ever, must have missed this somehow it popped up this evening. Absolutely disgusting when people leave mess when wild camping but luckily not everyone is the same. Good content as usual, love the sunset and sunrise especially with the tent pitched. Enjoy your next adventure in the wild. 👏👏👏
Nice one Sa, glad you enjoyed it😎👍. The scum campers are a disgrace - ATB Dave
I knew I'd enjoy it 😉 Your best to date.
Brilliant Malcolm. Really appreciate that
Nice movie, i used to be in the Brecon Beacons as a soldier but would like to go to the Lake District to do a similar hike. Good luck with the following recordings. Greetings from The Netherlands.
Thanks a lot Aqua 😎👍. Not been to the Brecons. Looks quite harsh?
Awesome video Dave! Amazing views, what a wildcamp and hike that was 🤙
Thank you Julian 🙏🏻😎👍
Cracking film Dave, been a long time since I've done the corridor route. I love a scramble, and the water. Thanks for sharing your trip...I will not.mention the other bit...fumming! ATB Grant.
Many thanks, BS👍. I do prefer the more interesting ascents 😎
Great video Dave! You have a new subscriber. Well done for not swearing at those cunts who left their shit behind! ATB!
Cheers SC👍. Scum campers are a disgrace 👎
Good camera work when you’re out by yourself. Nice scenery too.
Many thanks WMM 😎👍
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Another amazing video I find your channel so inspiring 🙏
Thank you so much! Really appreciate that
The Solo Summiteer I can’t wait to get up to the Lake District and explore unfortunately I live near Brighton so pretty far away but I’ll get there 😊👍
Love your videos mate. I camped up there 2 months ago in thick fog. I love the fact you don't focus on gear. 14 kg though! Well done carrying that weight.
Thank you, really appreciate that👍. For me it’s all about spending time in the mountains and being able to share the experience. There are plenty of gear reviews out there. The camping bit is just a means to an end. You’ll rarely find me below 2000ft.
Fantastic video yet again, Dave. Challenging ascent but worth it for those views. I camped last week near Grasmoor and also had zero wind and eerily quiet conditions. I share your anger at those idiots who give wild camping a bad name. I was walking in the Peak District a couple of weeks ago and found similar carnage with abandoned tents, BBQs and bags of rubbish. Seems to have got worse post-lockdown.
Thank you Charles, it was a tough one! Worth it though, as you say. Many people digest me with their attitude, lack of responsibility and laziness.
cool vid fella
Heres to another 1000 subbs m8! Keep on enjoying the mountains and thanks for taking us with you chief👍
Just enjoying it while I still can Fraser. I aint getting any younger. Thanks for your support, really appreciate it.
Cracking video 👌
Nice one Shane. Glad you enjoyed it
Wonderful
Thank you! Cheers! ATB Dave
Quality film dude, just started watching your vids. No nonsense, putting effort in to get to a great spot👍. Been at it myself since early 90's, Scotland, Lakes, Wales Falklands and stuff in Europe so I'm a bit fussy who I watch. Keep up the good work, looking forward to next one
Cheers David, appreciate that👍. It’s good to hear from someone with real experience. I only started this malarkey in 2015 so still a relative beginner. Lots of channels out there but I’m trying to keep it real. Many have a totally different idea of what “wild camping “ is, but each to their own. ATB - Dave
Great End.
Great climb! Great views.
Great vlogging!
Hopefully, one day, you might show more of the actual climbing process of other gully scrambles I used to love to do?
Keep them coming!!
Thanks a lot Brian😎👍. I’m not a climber but do enjoy some easier scrambles. Glad you’re enjoying my videos ATB - Dave
Absolutely spot on Dave. Really enjoyed that one. Looked like a cracking wildcamp. A good old slog up but those views make it all worth while. Another excellent video mate 👍🏼 tfs and ATB 👍🏼 Craig
Big thanks, Craig👍. Glad you enjoyed it. Was a tough one, but worth it 😎 ATB Dave
Excellent vid , i think i swam
In the exact same place two
year's ago on a similar type of day
Thanks Kevin. Its a great feeling getting in the water on a day like that - ATB Dave
Great video! Very atmospheric! I just purchased the Akto, looking forward to getting it out in the wild and having it feature in my videos! thanks for the video 🙏
Thanks Alex👍. What camp plans do you have?
@@TheSoloSummiteer I just uploaded a video on the Peak Districts highest point, kinder scout, so i think very soon I am going to go for scafell pike! i would also like to try some stealth camping trips/videos closer to where I live in south london... so will visit the surrey hills very soon... in the mean time i often frequent the peak district, I have had some amazing trips there recently!
Alex Rand sounds cool😎. Regarding Scafell Pike, pitching spots are quite limited up there. I did a video of my camp at Mickledore so if you need any help just let me know.
@@TheSoloSummiteer okay, i will bear that in mind, thank you so much for your help, i will check that video out!
Good stuff man... I’ve been enjoying your back catalog of vids and only realised you crossed 1k subs there now when you say it. Loving the shot styles and chat. Brilliant
Cheers Jeff. All this youtube stuff is still very new to me. I am enjoying it tho, thanks to feedback like yours - ATB Dave
Another cracking video Dave your getting more professional with the filming keep it up pal there a joy to watch. Glad your liking the Akto it is surprisingly wide, one thing I noticed when I got mine but the extra porch space is great in bad weather for cooking in or storing wet gear. Totally agree on the sand colour it's great and very stealth from a distance.
Sadly it's a real shame seeing rubbish left like that but I've seen a lot more of it this year in the Lakes theres know excuse, you carry it in you carry it out, simple.
Thank you Karl 😎👍. Soulo is still my go to tent. Need more experience with the Akto, but love the colour
Amazing video and footage, got to give wild camping a go, had 3 summits to myself earlier this week😊 sharp start is essential, cracking videos keep them coming,
Thanks John, really appreciate that.
just discovered your channel & have to say 1st class, well done. Unfortunately the covid campers as I call them are ruining our wild countryside, Ive had to shift 2 or 3 bin bags of rubbish off the Yorkshire Dales due to them, I just cant leave it there blotting our lovely countryside.
Many thanks Geo😎👍. You’re right. They are a disgrace 🤬
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Brilliant that Dave & what a route up via the band that's some scramble & with the big pack on too.. Congrats on the 1k subs too thoroughly deserved. Looked a whole lot different to the one time I've summited great end for a camp it was mid winter, heavy snow & thick ice but it was a great experience. Finding that lot dumped down by the tarn there's some filthy animals about, I'd love to catch someone in the act of leaving stuff like that as there'd be some choice language used. It ain't wildcamping that for sure. Great stuff again Dave & cracking conditions tfs mate Andy.
I’ve wanted to camp on Great End for a few years now, Andy. My first ascent of was a via Custs gully in winter. I got to the top and could see Scafell Pike in the distance. I’d never been there before so I just headed over in my crampons. It was my first time ever on England’s highest mountain. That was March 2016. I’ve loved Great End since then. Loved your video in winter too, awesome. Scum campers make me sick. Glad you enjoyed the video and big thanks for your support, Andy 😎👍
You’re an inspiration mate. Watching this before setting off to do Pillar. We did Yewbarrow last Tuesday. What a place! ATB. Here’s to more subs, the filming on this one is great😊👍👍👍
Thats fantastic, Dave. Really appreciate that - stay safe in the mountains - Dave
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What a tremendous experience. It been a good 25 or so years since I was in that part of the world and the Pennines have softened me up since! Your film makes me want to find out if I'm still up to it 😎. I know there's some scruffy knobheads about but I was genuinely shocked at the mess you showed. I wish they could be caught and punished very harshly. Anyway, a great watch Dave. ATB, Chris.
Thanks, Chris😎👍. My main motivation for doing this is that one day I won’t be able to. And time ain’t on my side. Go for it 😎.
The scum campers are a stain on the landscape. Unfortunately I don’t see it getting any better until they have some other fad to latch on to 🤬
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Those stars were amazing Dave, with being a stargazor myself, bloody magic! We get some amazing nights here, especially Spring / summer.. most nights too, easy to pick off Planets.. anyways, fantastic filming as usual, i cant wait for some new stuff 2021.. ATB Kenny ;-) PS. The people leaving their shite was disgusting, no respect eh :-( no excuse!!
I’ve never experienced a night like that Kenny. Silent and not a breath of wind. Rate conditions in the mountains. Hoping to be able to get back out once the lockdown ends. Yeah, the scum campers make me sick. Stay safe - Dave
Another great video Dave. Really enjoyed it. Shame you came across all the crap left by some inconsiderate campers. Makes me so cross.
Thanks Rob😎👍. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
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Think I would have settled for a pitch down at the tarn with all the other tents🤣fair play mate💪🏻,you deserve all your subscribers,another cracking adventure ⛺️🏔👍
😆👍. Know what you mean, Paul. Can’t beat a good old slog 😁. Glad you enjoyed the video. Much appreciated 👍 ATB - Dave
A cracking video capturing a special place. Would love to explore that plateaux as I usually opted for haystacks round there. Is there decent parking? Subbed, Michael
Big thanks Michael 🙏🏻. I always park at Seathwaite Farm. £10 overnight 👍
Thanks Dave. Keep up the good work. Going to steadily enjoy watching your videos.
As always, great video Dave. Awesome sunset, stunning views (with a brew) all being very well captured. Some of that scrambling looked a bit sketchy, unless it was your camera making it look steeper than it was? As for the jets, they possibly could be 2 F-16's out of Lakenheath as there's a deployment based there from Italy. Yes, I'm a geek in more ways than one...😆
Keep up the good work dude 👍🙂
Many thanks, Stu! And thanks for the info on the planes. Just looked up F16 and they did look like that. Saw some Hawk trainers buzzing around too.
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Aye. Know what you mean. It’s near Cadair Idris. Done that 😎👍
Nice video, I've just come across your channel so I've given you a sub. That mess that was left hopefully that will be their last camp as they now haven't got any gear, it really boils my blood. Atb Darren
Glad you enjoyed it Darren 👍. Yes, disgusting!
Really enjoyed that, I wish I had the time and enthusiasm to film my mountain time, the length and effort guys like yourself go to is very appreciated.
I don't think you said 'knackered' once did you?😄
Thanks Simon, appreciate that 👍. There were a couple of times where it nearly slipped out, but I stopped myself and just laughed instead 😁. Glad you enjoyed it 👍
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It seems that the rubbish been left on the hills has increased compared to the past or is it because social media covers it more? I have been hiking in the Lakes since the 80s. However, I have had a break on and off for 20 years due to not living in the UK. I will be very sad to see this on my return, but maybe I'll need to carry a big bag too.
It’s probably a combination of both, Richard. Covid has made things worse, and increased reporting on social media etc has exposed it
@@TheSoloSummiteer very sad indeed. Maybe also it’s never been as cheap to buy kit too.
Thanks for the great video (as always!). Do you have a link for the coffee you tried? My wife and I are always looking for decent coffee we can take wild camping :-). Thanks again and we look forward to the next one
Thank you Edward, really appreciate that👍. Try this link for the coffee
www.mountainbeingcoffee.com
another top video! Whereabouts did you park if you dont mind me asking? Finding somewhere to park seems to be my single biggest issue when wild camping in the lakes!
Many thanks Jules👍. I parked on the grassy bit just before the Wasdale Inn. Know what you mean about parking, it can be a real pain, everywhere, even more so since Covid 🙄
@@TheSoloSummiteerThank you, and yes it really has become a pain, especially at weekends. Just getting on a car park is a result sometimes. I tend to ignore the "no overnight parking", as I figured they can only prove it if someone is there to see your car at midnight. Who's to say I didn't go for a late night hike, then came back for an early morning hike?! 😏😂
Jules - oooo. I like that one 😁👍
What boots you wearing for this one Dave? Tent looks good. Great Video. James.
Thanks James🙏🏻. I’ll get back to on the boots 👍
Coming up that gully looks sketchy enough mate 😳. Would be a bad time to have a fall on your Todd. Great video as always 🙌🏻 loving every minute of the channel. Cheers mate
It was SK, but I was being really cautious, and not taking chances. I do like to add a bit of excitement to my routes but know my limits and the danger of being on my own. Thanks for the comments and glad you enjoyed it, very much appreciated.
The Solo Summiteer that’s it mate if you are cautious it can be abit of fun! All the best bud. Looking forward to the next one 🙌🏻
Fantastic Dave thats one of my favorite vids that you’ve done mate. Tell ya what you must be a fit lad carrying all that weight. up there and back. Terrible seeing all the S**t people are leaving lying around after camping. How hard is it to put it in a bag and take it home. ATB mate 👍
Awesome Paul, many thanks. I don't feel very fit today. Aching like I fell down two flights of stairs!
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