WOW...Antonio you are a hero.. our hero in the hills, boy o boy, blisters,ticks,wild rivers,locked bothy,cows... but my friend you went forward , i am so pleased to have followed all of your adventures and you allowed me do share this trail with you. Such a brave man and you are right to be proud. I do hope that yourself and the lovely Caroline stay safe during this pandemic and i hope to see you both doing another adventure again. Hope the cat is well too, sure the cat is proud of you as well. Thank you again Antonio, much much respect my friend. Stay safe . Your Fan in Cambridge. Billy. 👍👍👍
Hey Billy! It's lovely to see your comment over here so soon 😊 Thanks for your kind words, as always. I had to cut lots of video footage... but I did remember you at the end, as l was taking the last steps towards the lighthouse... always forward! Again, thanks for your lovely words, and all the best for you and your family. Stay safe! 🙏
You are, in my opinion, one of the most honest hiking vloggers on YT. I really like how you show that there are also moments when you want to give up when you are down. Especially when you are hiking solo, a couple of weeks in conditions that you usually have(rain, wind, bags;). And you never give up. Great job Antonio!
Thanks for the lovely comment, l appreciate it 🙏 Yes, thru-hiking brings about the whole spectrum of emotions. What matters is to stay strong and keep going forward when you get hit by the negative ones 💪😎
An honest, no holds barred, documentary video that summed up what a long distance walk is like. You have a way of presenting the walk that is engaging and down to earth. I really enjoyed watching.
I set out for a 5 day hike this week and came home after one night it was cold and my determination dissipated. Congratulations on completion, Congratulations on the determination and Congratulations on the fantastic film you have shared with us. Dreams can come true. Thank you Antonio. All the best.
🤣 Next time just make hot coffee in the morning 😎😅 'Nothing' (so to speak) eats your moral more silently than cold. It depresses you very quickly and quietly. It's incredible. // Thanks so much for the lovely comment! It's a pleasure to share my videos with such lovely viewers 😊
You've turned hillwalking into a spectator sport, and I can't tell you how moved I was to rediscover sections of some of the walks that I've done, that you followed, or intersected along your way! Thank you!
PS - Still can't believe you've done CWT twice in one season (not to mention SUW!), and I loved watching your whole SNT. Bravo to you and your wife for all you've accomplished - apart and together.
@@nellriviere-platt7204 Being honest, while doing the "SNT" you only walk the "CWT" starting at Morvich (in my case, the shop "Kyntail Crafts"). Truth is you only skip a bit of the "CWT"... I'm very happy you loved watching my "SNT" video, l put tones of effort into editing it (let alone filming it, etc.). Thanks for your kind words! 🙏
Antonio, you really did it. You have had all the ups and downs that one can have on a trail like this. Congratulations on your performance. You are probably one of the few people in the world who did the CWT twice in one year!
Antonio my friend, well done, once again! this is a great achievement, thank you for capturing this adventure, and sharing it with us all. what is your next adventure ? do you have any thru hikes you are thinking of doing?
Thank you! It's a pleasure sharing it with all of you lovely people 😊 l have some plans for next year (February/March) but l rather keep it secret for now in case things don't work out 😎 Thanks for watching!
One word EPIC !!!!!! Well done Antonio that was some going. Thanks for the effort to edit and upload. Hope your already planning another adventure to share !! Stay safe.
Yesssss Antonio you legend!! Congrats on another epic adventure, and thanks for filming and sharing, you really are good at filming, are you a film director? :-), thanks for all the extra miles you walked going past the camera then returning, that looked super tough with the rain but at least no midges this time, love your videos man, Scotland looks so beautiful especially cape wrath, makes me want to do it even more now, I’ve just got my maps out and looking at the route :-), hope your legs are feeling better now, can’t wait to see your future adventures, #ALWAYSFORWARD🙂👏🏻 ps check out “ two fools walking” on TH-cam, they’ve done some epic hikes you might like 👍🏻
Hey Adam, thanks for the lovely comment (as usual)! I truly appreciate your kind words. Yeah, no midges this time so l couldn't complain much 😅 And yes, at times I did think twice before setting up the tripod knowing l'd have to walk back 😄The CWT is awesome, you should really do it! Thanks for the suggestion, l'll take a look!
Another fantastic trail film Antonio, it's a privilege to witness your resolve and the times when you are struggling, usually followed by "..let's get this done!". However, lots of serenity on this walk, more than I can recall with your previous films, and love the way you dwell on nature and the smaller things of interest which all adds to the overall beauty. Just one question - what's so bad about the 50k you skipped - I'm surprised that's all, especially given your determination? Looking forward to your next one already, oh and can you please upgrade your tech so we can all witness a really dangerous river crossing!!!!?
I really enjoyed your comment, thank you! l'm slowly finding my style. l knew l wanted to stay away from much vlogging (especially from waffling, l really dislike people waffling), but l thought it'd be good to have some of it to give a 'personal touch/story' to the video. I also prefer to use the sounds of nature over music. l guess l'll never find my 'own style' but it will always keep evolving... We'll see! I don't know what's so bad about the 40km l skipped since I did skip them! 🤓😂 (just kidding). The description of the stage mentions a river that's often impassable/dangerous, etc. My wife didn't like the prospect. I had crossed enough rivers so l promised her l'd skip that section. We also skipped it while doing the "CWT" together back in August so yes, l can't wait to finally have it done! About 'upgrading my tech'... It's difficult, because it's not only about the upgrade (and what to upgrade to?) but the weight and, especially, the 'easiness of use.' I can see how awesome it'd be a clip of someone crossing a river using a Go-pro (or similar), that'd look fantastic. I thought of buying one before l left for the "SNT," but l decided against it as l didn't like the quality of the video footage (overall) and preferred my phone. I could've managed (somehow) to take that video using my phone, but l'm always afraid to lose the phone on the river (and all the video footage with it!) so the first thing l do before a difficult river crossing is secure the phone in a pocket. Finally, filming a dangerous river crossing isn't the best idea considering my wife and the rest of the family watch all my videos... And no matter if l think l've got it under control: they'll be (more) afraid next time l say l'm going on a hike. ATB!
an absolute pleasure to watch, thanks for sharing yr adventure! found your channel as Im poss doing this route next may, so thought id watch some vids, glad Ive come across yr channel, already liked and subbed! look forward to more of yr adventures..ATB WJ
Thanks a lot! l'm very happy you enjoyed the video! l actually re-edited it into chapters, which are better (as l try to constantly improve). If you ever have questions about the SNT, l'm here to help. l've noticed you also do YT videos, l'm going to take a look at it. ATB and see you on the trails!
Hi Antonio 👋 found your channel & I absolutely love it 😁 can't wait for your west highland way film ⛰🏴 I hope you are enjoying your current trip, look forward to watching that too!! absolute pleasure to meet you, will definitely be following the rest of your journey's, who knows may even bump into you again in the wilderness somewhere, take care, levi x
Hey Levi! It was great walking with you and your lovely mother! 😊 If you wonder (what happened when we separated), l did find a camp spot in the forest (as you'll see in the coming WHW video 😉). I still missed you both that evening; l was so lonely afterwards 😔 (just kidding, but l did miss you both). l'm currently editing the WHW video, it should be out this weekend! And yes, maybe we bump into each other again! Stay safe and give my regards to your mum 😊
@@alwaysforwardyt I am so glad you found somewhere, you have inspired me to give the wild camping a try, may look at another hike to give it a go on 😁 we looked out for you the next day but you must have set off before us, we finished 🙌 I will pass on your regards & show her the video when you post, again absolute pleasure walking with you x
@@_lunabylevi70 I'm so happy l inspired you to try wild camping. Make sure the weather is OK so that you have a nice first experience 😊 I actually think l took it very easy. l had a fantastic night of sleep in the forest! In the morning, l went to a pub in the town. l also thought l might see you there (or later on in the day, or even in Fort Williams) but no, no luck... The pleasure was mine! 😊
@@alwaysforwardyt is there anywhere you would recommend to be the best for wild camping? would have been good to catch you in Fort William for a celebration, we didn't make it there until around 7pm i was really struggling to walk by the end 😔
@@_lunabylevi70 But you made it! Despite your ankles being in pain for days! Others would've quitted but you kept going! 💪 I was at FW around 4pm if memory serves (which usually isn't the case 😅). By 7pm l was resting in the hostel. l would've called you and your mum to go for dinner, but l didn't have your numbers 🤷 Regarding wild-camping, as long as there is no rain and you can find a flat spot which isn't boggy, you should be fine. Other things to consider are: - Having water with you for the night/following morning (2litres are enough for me) or having a water source near by (in Scotland, that 'usually' means a colder night because of the humidity and more chances for condensation). - Good views. - Orienting the tent towards the east in case the following day is sunny and you need to dry the tent/gear (e.g. sleeping bag, which may get a bit wet due to condensation). - Make sure you didn't camp in the middle of a mini-stream or a 'puddle to be' when heavy rain falls. If it were to rain heavily, you guess what could happen. The rain tends to fall and accumulate as a puddle in some flat surfaces. Look around and, if it's significantly muddier (even if dry mud) where you want to pitch the tent, that may be a sign of a potential puddle to be formed when heavy raining. - l always lie down on my groundsheet on the place where l want to pitch the tent. That way l double check that the spot is flat enough, it has no bumps, stones, branches, etc. (which you should remove before pitching the tent) and that l'll be comfy. Only then l pitch the tent right there. Better safe than sorry! - Personally, even if there is no wind, l try to find some guard from it in case it starts to be windy later on. Walls, trees, etc. can offer great protection. Those are just tips. Sometimes you just have to pitch wherever you can and it's alright (as long as you pitch your tent properly and you have a suitable tent for the conditions you'll encounter). If you had told me you had interest in learning about wild-camping, l would've offered you to stay with me one night. I had with me a 2 people' tent (MLD Duomid). Maybe next time! 😊 l hope this helps. If you have any more doubts, l'm here to help. If you go to the 'about' section of my channel, you'll find my email address. You can email me any time! Stay safe 😊
I'm sorry I didn't reply to you in time 😔 l saw your comment just now, by chance... The pleasure was mine! I enjoyed a lot chatting with the two of you 😊 I had a very cold, yet special night... and the sunrise next morning was wonderful!
Woah! Amazing video. Watched the whole thing all the way through. Congratulations for doing something few people could do, especially in poor conditions. I've done the West Highland Way quite a few times but nothing longer than a week. I've love to attempt the SNT but I'm 50 now I'm not the strong young man I used to be!
Thanks for the lovely comment, l appreciate it 😊 Wow, you watched it all in one go! 😍 No doubt you enjoyed it then! 🥳 I strongly encourage you to give the SNT a try. At 50, all you need is the motivation and the right training. l'm 42 now so not a lot younger than you are!😅 Really, you can do this! One step at a time! 💪 Thanks for watching my video 😊
@@alwaysforwardyt First of all let me tell you there is a big difference between 50 and 42 😅. Second I've have a few climbing accidents (breaks but worst of all tendon damage) and my legs struggle on sustained ascents. Sometimes they are fine, no problem but sometimes they break down completely and I can barely walk so I'd be very worried to go into such remote areas by myself not knowing if I'd be OK or not. I still get out there but not in such remote places as the North West Highlands. Glen Coe is beautiful and there are good walks around Rannoch moor that seem very remote but have escape routes by public transport but I really need that option these days to feel safe. Good luck in your next adventure!
@@Philliben1991 Oh, sorry to hear about those injuries 😟 I surely noticed a difference between 32 and 40 so l guess 42 to 50 must be the same hit 'times two' 🤣 In any case, we can have a fantastic time doing easier trails. For example, l loved the "St Cuthbert’s Way" stage l did for the SNT. Good luck for your adventures, too!
@@Philliben1991 Philliben age is a part of it but sounds like you have battle injuries which are the main problem why don't you do a challenging hike that is less remote I'm not boasting when I say this I have walked across Australia twice last time my age was 50 you can add 4 years to that now and I'm in the process of planning my next hike across Australia I'm from the UK I was inspired by a man named Jeff Johnson he was 56 at the time and he did it again some years later as my mother says I haven't got time to get old , mind set it a powerful tool , I Wish all the best bren
Thanks for making these great videos, Antonio, fabulous effort. One thing, though, and I may have missed it, but in the SNT video you didn’t give the co-stars and evil villains of your previous movies any mention. I’m amazed that in just one month the midge population on the CWT section looked like almost zero. That must have been a night and day kind of experience. Just being able to sit in front of your tent and make coffee and dinner must have been great, no ? I’ll be on the CWT in April - hope to see you there !
Hello James! I think those evil creatures got scared when they heard I was coming back for them and they all disappeared 😎 Seriously, they were all gone. l had a 100% midges-free experience and yes, initially it felt weird, but l got used to it rather quickly 😄 It was great, the way it should've been for us on the CWT. You must be so excited! If you have any questions about the CWT, here l am to answer them 'the best l can' 🤓 Thanks for watching my videos!
@@alwaysforwardytActually I have a few questions about the correct pronunciation of the places you visited.... just kidding ! Watching the videos of some of the Scottish hikers, it sounds like they can't pronounce the names either so what hope do we have ? Seriously, I watched your gear reviews and they were really useful, too - thanks !
@@jameslogan8193 🤣🤣 I noticed that too! Not even the Scottish manage to pronounce those 'evil' names! // It feels great to know that someone found my gear reviews useful, thanks! Time for coffee 😉
Antonio , unfortunately .. you picked the wrong time of year to walk Scotland , so far I have got to Kingussie and due to Covid -19 , my friends and I had to stop. I walked Blair Atholl to Kingussie back in September and the river crossing were ankle deep. But loved your video , cant wait to get further up to Cape Wrath, looks amazing.
In a way we could argue l picked the right time as l made it back home 'just in time' (literally) before "2nd lockdown" 😅 l'm so sorry to hear COVID got in your (and your friends) way 😓... I can somehow imagine how difficult it must have been for you all to withdraw from the trail because of that reason. At least you could enjoy the lovely Cairngorms... 😊 // Yes, for the most part, from Cluanie to the Cape Wrath is all wonderful! I hope you get to see it soon! Thanks for watching! 🙏
@@alwaysforwardyt Thankyou, it's just a shame that you suffered all that rain. And we met the men building/renovating a bothy at the junction when you go up Glen Feshie and he said all the bothies should be unlocked 🔓. Best Wishes 👍
Another great video and hike, what's hike is left for you? This one is hard to beat. You used phone for navigation, what app did you use and how did you keep it charged. Looking forward to your gear review, the trail runners you used and navigation.
Thank you! Yes, this one is hard to beat! I used the app "OS Maps" and kept the phone charged with a power bank. More details about to come (tomorrow or Saturday, l hope) in my next 'sort of' gear review so stay tuned! 😄 Thanks for watching my video.
I think l'll do one. lf so, l'm thinking how l could do it to add more value to it. l'll try to center more in my experience, what worked better, etc. rather than, perhaps, simply reviewing item by item as l did in the past. We'll see, but l think l'll do a video about gear (whichever way it turns out). Thanks for the question, l'm sure others will like to know, too. We all love gear reviews! 🤩😄
@@alwaysforwardyt loool oh yes we love gear reviews, you seem to have some nice gear, I’m interested in how you got up to Scotland and back? What camera ? Navigation? I guess you used phone with an app maybe ? Look forward to the video 🙂👍🏻
@@adamc5551 I can answer that now, but let me tell you, l'll include those questions in the 'gear review' video as they are all very interesting (l guess): 1- Up by train: London to Berwick-upon-Tweed where a friend (Thanks Jim!) picked me up and drove me to Kirk Yetholm. Back to London: Cape Wrath, truck ride (you can arrange that at the Cape) to the ferry that crossed me to Durness (you can also arrange the ferry talking to the people at the Cape, Angie and her father John), then (following day) mini-bus to Laird train station, train to Inverness and finally, I flew back to London. 2- Camera: my phone, Samsung Galaxy s8. I've tried hiking with a camera. I bought a small, old one to try when l did the "CWT" with my wife and the verdict is: l rather stick to the phone for many reasons (l'll mention them in the video). 3- Navigation: also the phone. I did get a proper GPS down the route (at Morvich). After my Cairngorms experience, l realized l didn't ever want to rely in a single navigation system (especially when that navigation system is also my camera, phone, etc.). l'll explain further in the video, too. The app I used was "OS Maps" (l'll also elaborate a bit in the video). Jesus! l now have to make a 'SNT gear review' video! l thought l had edited enough lately! Damn! 😅 If there's anything else you want to know, write it down and l'll mention it in the video. I'm now thinking: should l make a video asking people what aspects of the gear (or the "SNT" in general?) they want to know?
@@alwaysforwardyt just do whatever you think is best, everyone likes your vids and reviews, very helpful, I’m thinking train from London to Glasgow then onto fort William, your phone takes amazing videos, very professional and I’ve just got the all trails app which can be used offline but will take paper maps for back up 👍🏻
@@adamc5551 Thanks mate 🙏 I gave you directions for the "SNT." For the "CWT," we took the 'sleeper train' from London all the way to Fort Williams (it goes over night). If you fly, remember you'll have to buy the gas canister in Glasgow (or perhaps "Fort Williams"). When it comes to the videos, the phone does a great job, but I did 'color grade' every single clip, edited the sound and 'software stabilized' the footage 🤓in Davinci Resolve 16 (a good friend got me the paid version as a present). You can also use "OS Maps" in 'airplane mode'; l'll check out that app you mentioned though.
Great video - i would love to try this just getting into the walking and might do some of the cape wrath in April come the better weather. Was it more enjoyable walking that bit later in the year with less midges?
Thank you! Yes, without midges is SO much better. Trust me, l didn't miss any of the trillions I met back in August 😅 This is a great walk and better experience! I strongly recommend it to you. After you do the CWT, you'll be ready!
@@ScottMillar Alone. l simply get along with myself very well. To me, being alone is a bliss. But then, I enjoy it a lot when l meet other hikers (like that group of 3 guys l walked with for a few hours on my way to Shenavall, 1:37:13). When l meet other hikers, l am the one who enjoys it the most. l'm a bit funny in this regard. Then, my perception of risk and fear is very different when l'm with others. I believe that "a shared fear is half a fear"... 😉 The "SNT" is 'sort of' long, but you always meet someone on a daily basis so you get your 'socializing' time. When it comes to my wife, l love hiking with her and everything is easier when she's with me (especially the planning 😅). So, alone VS others... it's also a matter of 'who is your partner'...
Great video. What's it like wearing trail runners on these long distance hikes in Scotland? I'm thinking of making the switch from boots but don't know how I'll feel walking through all the bogs and mud. How do you stop your feet from being wet and cold the entire time?
Thank you! I was in the same situation you are in now when l decided to try trail running shoes and let me tell you: I love them. You just have to 'actively' embrace the 'wet feet philosophy.' It's actually a relief as that's something you no longer have to worry about. When l walk with people who wear boots, you see them (often) zig-zagging, avoiding puddles, bogs, etc., the way I used to do (that can be quite tiring after a whole day!). Now, l just cruise through 😎 I like the feeling when walking in bogs (mostly getting wet feet), mud is OK, with a pair of trail running gaiters l never got any inside the shoes. The boots I used to wear are very solid and had better grip in mud than my Saucony Xodus 10 do (but then, the boots are much, muuuuch heavier, clumsy, uncomfortable, etc.) and it's not that I ever fell off, anyway (a trekking pole may be handy in muddy situations). My feet were only cold for 2-3 minutes after doing a river crossing (the water in the rivers was 'freezing' while doing the SNT) and that was it. I wore Merino wool socks from Icebreaker, specifically the "mens hike+ crew medium cushion." As long as you wear wool socks, you'll be fine. Make sure you do not buy any Gore-Tex or similar trail running shoes. The idea isn't to avoid getting wet feet, but to get the water off your shoes, ASAP. By the way, your feet will not be 'wet' the way you think, it's more like they'll be 'humid' but not soaking wet. As you walk the shoes will get rid off the excess water, especially if you're wearing Merino socks which naturally repels water. Finally, you could do a quick test easily: Plan on going for a walk around the place you live. Make sure it's cold and rainy. Before you go, make your shoes and socks as soaking wet as you can and place them in plastic bags. Go outside your home (especially if you're married!! 😱), put the gear on and go for your walk. Come back here and tell me how it felt 😄 Sorry for the mega long answer. I just wanted to help 😓
@@alwaysforwardyt Thanks for the detailed answer. It's good to hear from someone who has experience wearing trail runners in Scotland as that's where I do most of my hikes. I know first hand how bad the paths and bogs can be up there. I will try some trail runners soon and see how I get on. They do look much more comfortable. I like your idea getting them soaking wet and walking close to home to test them first, I will do that. Thanks
@@AlanLse I hope you can have an easy transition to trail running shoes as l did. Remember that the key is to embrace the wet feet philosophy. Once you are happy with that, in my opinion, the pros outweigh the cons. In any case, it's something very personal. Do let us know how your experience with trail running shoes went once you try them!
Hello Martin, thanks for watching my video 😊 At the time, l used a Samsung s8 and a Zoom H5 sound recorder (l edited the footage on Davinci Resolve 16 'studio'). The 'chapters' version of the video that l just released (chapter 1 so far) has improved sound mixing and editing in general (or so l hope 😅) // No midges this time around! But it was A LOT colder! 🥶
@@martindohnal55 The quality is very good straight out of the phone, but l also 'color graded' the footage in Davinci. To me, it makes a big difference, and l think 'the average viewer' would also notice it, although they may not be aware of the 'why' it looks better (do l make sense?). One thing to note is the moment there is less light, image quality diminishes quickly (as you can see in my video). As for the sound recorder, it depends on the type of videos you want to make. If you'll mostly add music to them, then you can truly save the money and the weight. If you're planning on mostly adding sounds recorded on the location (my SNT idea), then it'd be a must. I tried the cheaper models first (from Tascam and Zoom) and l'd skip those. For once, this saying is true: "Go big or go home" 😅 My phone, when place very close to the sound source, also produces great results (in par if not better than the cheap recorders). For vlogging, any decent phone will do great (unless it's windy. If so, find yourself some cover, place your hand in a way that it blokes the wind, etc.). Finally, you have to know what you're doing not only for recording the best possible audio, but also for knowing how to mix it properly. l'm still learning, that's why l'm saying it 🤓 Compare the sound mixing in my "CWT" video VS the "SNT - Chapters" and you'll see what l mean. (Sorry for the long answer) l hope this helps! 😇
You are one tougher f er 😅😂 not many are as determined as you! Bloody terminator wouldn't match your level of fortitude i dont know if you read but check out Chris Townsends book Monroes and tops. He was the first to do all Monroes and tops in one go. His book crossing Arizona is a fab read too. Plus the great backpacking adventure where one book covers the PCT CDT and several others he did long ago.
Hi there. Yes, for the Nordkalottleden l had a couple of them. In the UK l never do, but they can be good to have to entertain yourself in the tent or if you were to go off-track...
@@alwaysforwardyt interesting. So what back up plan do you have if your gps nav fails? You do a lot of long distance stuff so I take it you have some good gps equipment.
As always, it all depends on where you go and what's your comfort level when it comes to safety (or what's your safety awareness). In Scandinavia I always use the phone for navigation but l carry a dedicated GPS device as a back up (plus a couple of maps). I also carry a PLB and emergency food for 2 days. In the UK a would just take the phone and the PLB. Food enough to arrive to the destination according to plan. In the UK you're always near something or someone. You're 'away from the next town, hostel, etc.' In Scandinavia you are in a truly 'remote' area. Your bad planning or mistakes can cost you your life.
@@alwaysforwardyt thanks for the reply and words. Be interesting to know how many long distance hikers these days can actually use a map and compass if need be. I haven’t done any multi day hiking for years so I’m actually quite enjoying getting back into map and compass navigation; but obviously gotta move with the times - the navigational apps and devices on the market are brilliant. Thanks again.
@@edwardstroud8245 l think these days not many know how to properly use a map and a compass, including myself, whether long or short distance hikers. A GPS app/device is SO much more convenient! In white out conditions, l don't know what l'd do without a GPS, other than set up camp and call it a day... Good thing is you can choose what to take with you, on the trails and whether to learn a specific skill or not...
WOW...Antonio you are a hero.. our hero in the hills, boy o boy, blisters,ticks,wild rivers,locked bothy,cows... but my friend you went forward , i am so pleased to have followed all of your adventures and you allowed me do share this trail with you. Such a brave man and you are right to be proud. I do hope that yourself and the lovely Caroline stay safe during this pandemic and i hope to see you both doing another adventure again. Hope the cat is well too, sure the cat is proud of you as well. Thank you again Antonio, much much respect my friend. Stay safe . Your Fan in Cambridge. Billy. 👍👍👍
Hey Billy! It's lovely to see your comment over here so soon 😊 Thanks for your kind words, as always. I had to cut lots of video footage... but I did remember you at the end, as l was taking the last steps towards the lighthouse... always forward! Again, thanks for your lovely words, and all the best for you and your family. Stay safe! 🙏
You are, in my opinion, one of the most honest hiking vloggers on YT. I really like how you show that there are also moments when you want to give up when you are down. Especially when you are hiking solo, a couple of weeks in conditions that you usually have(rain, wind, bags;). And you never give up. Great job Antonio!
Thanks for the lovely comment, l appreciate it 🙏 Yes, thru-hiking brings about the whole spectrum of emotions. What matters is to stay strong and keep going forward when you get hit by the negative ones 💪😎
An honest, no holds barred, documentary video that summed up what a long distance walk is like. You have a way of presenting the walk that is engaging and down to earth. I really enjoyed watching.
Thanks for the lovely comment Liam, really appreciate your words. l'm happy you enjoyed watching my video! 😊
I set out for a 5 day hike this week and came home after one night it was cold and my determination dissipated.
Congratulations on completion, Congratulations on the determination and Congratulations on the fantastic film you have shared with us.
Dreams can come true.
Thank you Antonio.
All the best.
🤣 Next time just make hot coffee in the morning 😎😅 'Nothing' (so to speak) eats your moral more silently than cold. It depresses you very quickly and quietly. It's incredible. // Thanks so much for the lovely comment! It's a pleasure to share my videos with such lovely viewers 😊
Inspiring. And like others have said, the honesty about the fear, morale, psychology and so on is truly helpful.
Thank you! I'm happy you enjoyed my video. I truly appreciate your comment 😊
It's incredible to see how much you've accomplished this year, Antonio. So wonderful to discover your newest adventure! - Nell
You've turned hillwalking into a spectator sport, and I can't tell you how moved I was to rediscover sections of some of the walks that I've done, that you followed, or intersected along your way! Thank you!
PS - Still can't believe you've done CWT twice in one season (not to mention SUW!), and I loved watching your whole SNT. Bravo to you and your wife for all you've accomplished - apart and together.
Thank you! l'm happy you enjoyed my latest adventure! 😊
@@nellriviere-platt7204 l'm super happy to hear that my video helped you recall those beautiful memories! 🤩
@@nellriviere-platt7204 Being honest, while doing the "SNT" you only walk the "CWT" starting at Morvich (in my case, the shop "Kyntail Crafts"). Truth is you only skip a bit of the "CWT"... I'm very happy you loved watching my "SNT" video, l put tones of effort into editing it (let alone filming it, etc.). Thanks for your kind words! 🙏
Antonio, you really did it. You have had all the ups and downs that one can have on a trail like this. Congratulations on your performance. You are probably one of the few people in the world who did the CWT twice in one year!
Thank you! l'm sure not too many did the "CWT" and "SNT" in 2 consecutive months! 💪😎 Thanks for watching! 😊
Massive congratulations Antonio. What a monumental achievement and an epic journey. Thank you so much for sharing your trip. Dave 👍🏻
Thank you! 😊 It's not as tough as it sounds, just get up, walk, go to bed, repeat x27 times 😄 Thanks for watching!
Antonio my friend, well done, once again! this is a great achievement, thank you for capturing this adventure, and sharing it with us all. what is your next adventure ? do you have any thru hikes you are thinking of doing?
Thank you! It's a pleasure sharing it with all of you lovely people 😊 l have some plans for next year (February/March) but l rather keep it secret for now in case things don't work out 😎 Thanks for watching!
Always forward 💪🙌
@@craigy4306 Yeah! 😎💪
One word EPIC !!!!!! Well done Antonio that was some going. Thanks for the effort to edit and upload. Hope your already planning another adventure to share !! Stay safe.
Thanks so much for your lovely words! Yeah, we'll see what we do next! Stay safe, too, ATB!
Yesssss Antonio you legend!! Congrats on another epic adventure, and thanks for filming and sharing, you really are good at filming, are you a film director? :-), thanks for all the extra miles you walked going past the camera then returning, that looked super tough with the rain but at least no midges this time, love your videos man, Scotland looks so beautiful especially cape wrath, makes me want to do it even more now, I’ve just got my maps out and looking at the route :-), hope your legs are feeling better now, can’t wait to see your future adventures, #ALWAYSFORWARD🙂👏🏻
ps check out “ two fools walking” on TH-cam, they’ve done some epic hikes you might like 👍🏻
Hey Adam, thanks for the lovely comment (as usual)! I truly appreciate your kind words. Yeah, no midges this time so l couldn't complain much 😅 And yes, at times I did think twice before setting up the tripod knowing l'd have to walk back 😄The CWT is awesome, you should really do it! Thanks for the suggestion, l'll take a look!
Another fantastic trail film Antonio, it's a privilege to witness your resolve and the times when you are struggling, usually followed by "..let's get this done!". However, lots of serenity on this walk, more than I can recall with your previous films, and love the way you dwell on nature and the smaller things of interest which all adds to the overall beauty.
Just one question - what's so bad about the 50k you skipped - I'm surprised that's all, especially given your determination?
Looking forward to your next one already, oh and can you please upgrade your tech so we can all witness a really dangerous river crossing!!!!?
I really enjoyed your comment, thank you! l'm slowly finding my style. l knew l wanted to stay away from much vlogging (especially from waffling, l really dislike people waffling), but l thought it'd be good to have some of it to give a 'personal touch/story' to the video. I also prefer to use the sounds of nature over music. l guess l'll never find my 'own style' but it will always keep evolving... We'll see!
I don't know what's so bad about the 40km l skipped since I did skip them! 🤓😂 (just kidding). The description of the stage mentions a river that's often impassable/dangerous, etc. My wife didn't like the prospect. I had crossed enough rivers so l promised her l'd skip that section. We also skipped it while doing the "CWT" together back in August so yes, l can't wait to finally have it done!
About 'upgrading my tech'... It's difficult, because it's not only about the upgrade (and what to upgrade to?) but the weight and, especially, the 'easiness of use.' I can see how awesome it'd be a clip of someone crossing a river using a Go-pro (or similar), that'd look fantastic. I thought of buying one before l left for the "SNT," but l decided against it as l didn't like the quality of the video footage (overall) and preferred my phone. I could've managed (somehow) to take that video using my phone, but l'm always afraid to lose the phone on the river (and all the video footage with it!) so the first thing l do before a difficult river crossing is secure the phone in a pocket.
Finally, filming a dangerous river crossing isn't the best idea considering my wife and the rest of the family watch all my videos... And no matter if l think l've got it under control: they'll be (more) afraid next time l say l'm going on a hike. ATB!
an absolute pleasure to watch, thanks for sharing yr adventure! found your channel as Im poss doing this route next may, so thought id watch some vids, glad Ive come across yr channel, already liked and subbed! look forward to more of yr adventures..ATB WJ
Thanks a lot! l'm very happy you enjoyed the video! l actually re-edited it into chapters, which are better (as l try to constantly improve). If you ever have questions about the SNT, l'm here to help.
l've noticed you also do YT videos, l'm going to take a look at it. ATB and see you on the trails!
Ah the falls of cromack in my vid with Chris very nice great vid you're one driven man 😅 bit more driven than me 😂 but do what I can in own way 😊
We all do what we can, Tony, don't be hard on yourself, you're doing great and enjoying yourself, that's what counts IMO 😊
What a great journey. Congratulations.
I've just missed the football cos I couldn't switch off.
😂 Thank you and sorry about the football match! I'll make sure there's no football next time I publish a video 😄 Thanks for watching!
Hi Antonio 👋 found your channel & I absolutely love it 😁 can't wait for your west highland way film ⛰🏴 I hope you are enjoying your current trip, look forward to watching that too!! absolute pleasure to meet you, will definitely be following the rest of your journey's, who knows may even bump into you again in the wilderness somewhere, take care, levi x
Hey Levi! It was great walking with you and your lovely mother! 😊 If you wonder (what happened when we separated), l did find a camp spot in the forest (as you'll see in the coming WHW video 😉). I still missed you both that evening; l was so lonely afterwards 😔 (just kidding, but l did miss you both). l'm currently editing the WHW video, it should be out this weekend! And yes, maybe we bump into each other again! Stay safe and give my regards to your mum 😊
@@alwaysforwardyt I am so glad you found somewhere, you have inspired me to give the wild camping a try, may look at another hike to give it a go on 😁 we looked out for you the next day but you must have set off before us, we finished 🙌 I will pass on your regards & show her the video when you post, again absolute pleasure walking with you x
@@_lunabylevi70 I'm so happy l inspired you to try wild camping. Make sure the weather is OK so that you have a nice first experience 😊 I actually think l took it very easy. l had a fantastic night of sleep in the forest! In the morning, l went to a pub in the town. l also thought l might see you there (or later on in the day, or even in Fort Williams) but no, no luck... The pleasure was mine! 😊
@@alwaysforwardyt is there anywhere you would recommend to be the best for wild camping? would have been good to catch you in Fort William for a celebration, we didn't make it there until around 7pm i was really struggling to walk by the end 😔
@@_lunabylevi70 But you made it! Despite your ankles being in pain for days! Others would've quitted but you kept going! 💪 I was at FW around 4pm if memory serves (which usually isn't the case 😅). By 7pm l was resting in the hostel. l would've called you and your mum to go for dinner, but l didn't have your numbers 🤷
Regarding wild-camping, as long as there is no rain and you can find a flat spot which isn't boggy, you should be fine. Other things to consider are:
- Having water with you for the night/following morning (2litres are enough for me) or having a water source near by (in Scotland, that 'usually' means a colder night because of the humidity and more chances for condensation).
- Good views.
- Orienting the tent towards the east in case the following day is sunny and you need to dry the tent/gear (e.g. sleeping bag, which may get a bit wet due to condensation).
- Make sure you didn't camp in the middle of a mini-stream or a 'puddle to be' when heavy rain falls. If it were to rain heavily, you guess what could happen. The rain tends to fall and accumulate as a puddle in some flat surfaces. Look around and, if it's significantly muddier (even if dry mud) where you want to pitch the tent, that may be a sign of a potential puddle to be formed when heavy raining.
- l always lie down on my groundsheet on the place where l want to pitch the tent. That way l double check that the spot is flat enough, it has no bumps, stones, branches, etc. (which you should remove before pitching the tent) and that l'll be comfy. Only then l pitch the tent right there. Better safe than sorry!
- Personally, even if there is no wind, l try to find some guard from it in case it starts to be windy later on. Walls, trees, etc. can offer great protection.
Those are just tips. Sometimes you just have to pitch wherever you can and it's alright (as long as you pitch your tent properly and you have a suitable tent for the conditions you'll encounter).
If you had told me you had interest in learning about wild-camping, l would've offered you to stay with me one night. I had with me a 2 people' tent (MLD Duomid). Maybe next time! 😊 l hope this helps. If you have any more doubts, l'm here to help. If you go to the 'about' section of my channel, you'll find my email address. You can email me any time! Stay safe 😊
Nice to meet you at Top Withens on the Pennine Way this evening 😊
I'm sorry I didn't reply to you in time 😔 l saw your comment just now, by chance... The pleasure was mine! I enjoyed a lot chatting with the two of you 😊 I had a very cold, yet special night... and the sunrise next morning was wonderful!
Woah! Amazing video. Watched the whole thing all the way through. Congratulations for doing something few people could do, especially in poor conditions. I've done the West Highland Way quite a few times but nothing longer than a week. I've love to attempt the SNT but I'm 50 now I'm not the strong young man I used to be!
Thanks for the lovely comment, l appreciate it 😊 Wow, you watched it all in one go! 😍 No doubt you enjoyed it then! 🥳 I strongly encourage you to give the SNT a try. At 50, all you need is the motivation and the right training. l'm 42 now so not a lot younger than you are!😅 Really, you can do this! One step at a time! 💪 Thanks for watching my video 😊
@@alwaysforwardyt First of all let me tell you there is a big difference between 50 and 42 😅. Second I've have a few climbing accidents (breaks but worst of all tendon damage) and my legs struggle on sustained ascents. Sometimes they are fine, no problem but sometimes they break down completely and I can barely walk so I'd be very worried to go into such remote areas by myself not knowing if I'd be OK or not. I still get out there but not in such remote places as the North West Highlands. Glen Coe is beautiful and there are good walks around Rannoch moor that seem very remote but have escape routes by public transport but I really need that option these days to feel safe. Good luck in your next adventure!
@@Philliben1991 Oh, sorry to hear about those injuries 😟 I surely noticed a difference between 32 and 40 so l guess 42 to 50 must be the same hit 'times two' 🤣 In any case, we can have a fantastic time doing easier trails. For example, l loved the "St Cuthbert’s Way" stage l did for the SNT. Good luck for your adventures, too!
@@Philliben1991 Philliben age is a part of it but sounds like you have battle injuries which are the main problem why don't you do a challenging hike that is less remote I'm not boasting when I say this I have walked across Australia twice last time my age was 50 you can add 4 years to that now and I'm in the process of planning my next hike across Australia I'm from the UK I was inspired by a man named Jeff Johnson he was 56 at the time and he did it again some years later as my mother says I haven't got time to get old , mind set it a powerful tool , I Wish all the best bren
Thanks for making these great videos, Antonio, fabulous effort. One thing, though, and I may have missed it, but in the SNT video you didn’t give the co-stars and evil villains of your previous movies any mention. I’m amazed that in just one month the midge population on the CWT section looked like almost zero. That must have been a night and day kind of experience. Just being able to sit in front of your tent and make coffee and dinner must have been great, no ? I’ll be on the CWT in April - hope to see you there !
Hello James! I think those evil creatures got scared when they heard I was coming back for them and they all disappeared 😎 Seriously, they were all gone. l had a 100% midges-free experience and yes, initially it felt weird, but l got used to it rather quickly 😄 It was great, the way it should've been for us on the CWT. You must be so excited! If you have any questions about the CWT, here l am to answer them 'the best l can' 🤓 Thanks for watching my videos!
@@alwaysforwardytActually I have a few questions about the correct pronunciation of the places you visited.... just kidding ! Watching the videos of some of the Scottish hikers, it sounds like they can't pronounce the names either so what hope do we have ? Seriously, I watched your gear reviews and they were really useful, too - thanks !
@@jameslogan8193 🤣🤣 I noticed that too! Not even the Scottish manage to pronounce those 'evil' names! // It feels great to know that someone found my gear reviews useful, thanks! Time for coffee 😉
Antonio , unfortunately .. you picked the wrong time of year to walk Scotland , so far I have got to Kingussie and due to Covid -19 , my friends and I had to stop. I walked Blair Atholl to Kingussie back in September and the river crossing were ankle deep. But loved your video , cant wait to get further up to Cape Wrath, looks amazing.
In a way we could argue l picked the right time as l made it back home 'just in time' (literally) before "2nd lockdown" 😅 l'm so sorry to hear COVID got in your (and your friends) way 😓... I can somehow imagine how difficult it must have been for you all to withdraw from the trail because of that reason. At least you could enjoy the lovely Cairngorms... 😊 // Yes, for the most part, from Cluanie to the Cape Wrath is all wonderful! I hope you get to see it soon! Thanks for watching! 🙏
@@alwaysforwardyt Thankyou, it's just a shame that you suffered all that rain. And we met the men building/renovating a bothy at the junction when you go up Glen Feshie and he said all the bothies should be unlocked 🔓. Best Wishes 👍
I passed Melgarve Bothy in May and it was still locked , MBA just opened the bothies a few months ago.
That's good to know, thanks for telling us! BTW, what a great place to be (Melgarve)!
1h 38m 30sec
Priceless 😂😁
Congratulations mate.
🤣😅 The man needed a 'dry' break 😎
Another great video and hike, what's hike is left for you? This one is hard to beat. You used phone for navigation, what app did you use and how did you keep it charged. Looking forward to your gear review, the trail runners you used and navigation.
Thank you! Yes, this one is hard to beat! I used the app "OS Maps" and kept the phone charged with a power bank. More details about to come (tomorrow or Saturday, l hope) in my next 'sort of' gear review so stay tuned! 😄 Thanks for watching my video.
Also will you be doing a gear review for SNT ? 👍🏻
I think l'll do one. lf so, l'm thinking how l could do it to add more value to it. l'll try to center more in my experience, what worked better, etc. rather than, perhaps, simply reviewing item by item as l did in the past. We'll see, but l think l'll do a video about gear (whichever way it turns out). Thanks for the question, l'm sure others will like to know, too. We all love gear reviews! 🤩😄
@@alwaysforwardyt loool oh yes we love gear reviews, you seem to have some nice gear, I’m interested in how you got up to Scotland and back? What camera ? Navigation? I guess you used phone with an app maybe ? Look forward to the video 🙂👍🏻
@@adamc5551 I can answer that now, but let me tell you, l'll include those questions in the 'gear review' video as they are all very interesting (l guess):
1- Up by train: London to Berwick-upon-Tweed where a friend (Thanks Jim!) picked me up and drove me to Kirk Yetholm. Back to London: Cape Wrath, truck ride (you can arrange that at the Cape) to the ferry that crossed me to Durness (you can also arrange the ferry talking to the people at the Cape, Angie and her father John), then (following day) mini-bus to Laird train station, train to Inverness and finally, I flew back to London.
2- Camera: my phone, Samsung Galaxy s8. I've tried hiking with a camera. I bought a small, old one to try when l did the "CWT" with my wife and the verdict is: l rather stick to the phone for many reasons (l'll mention them in the video).
3- Navigation: also the phone. I did get a proper GPS down the route (at Morvich). After my Cairngorms experience, l realized l didn't ever want to rely in a single navigation system (especially when that navigation system is also my camera, phone, etc.). l'll explain further in the video, too. The app I used was "OS Maps" (l'll also elaborate a bit in the video).
Jesus! l now have to make a 'SNT gear review' video! l thought l had edited enough lately! Damn! 😅 If there's anything else you want to know, write it down and l'll mention it in the video.
I'm now thinking: should l make a video asking people what aspects of the gear (or the "SNT" in general?) they want to know?
@@alwaysforwardyt just do whatever you think is best, everyone likes your vids and reviews, very helpful, I’m thinking train from London to Glasgow then onto fort William, your phone takes amazing videos, very professional and I’ve just got the all trails app which can be used offline but will take paper maps for back up 👍🏻
@@adamc5551 Thanks mate 🙏 I gave you directions for the "SNT." For the "CWT," we took the 'sleeper train' from London all the way to Fort Williams (it goes over night). If you fly, remember you'll have to buy the gas canister in Glasgow (or perhaps "Fort Williams"). When it comes to the videos, the phone does a great job, but I did 'color grade' every single clip, edited the sound and 'software stabilized' the footage 🤓in Davinci Resolve 16 (a good friend got me the paid version as a present). You can also use "OS Maps" in 'airplane mode'; l'll check out that app you mentioned though.
Great video - i would love to try this just getting into the walking and might do some of the cape wrath in April come the better weather. Was it more enjoyable walking that bit later in the year with less midges?
Thank you! Yes, without midges is SO much better. Trust me, l didn't miss any of the trillions I met back in August 😅 This is a great walk and better experience! I strongly recommend it to you. After you do the CWT, you'll be ready!
@@alwaysforwardyt i forgot to ask did you prefer walking with company or alone - seems like quite a long walk to do by yourself.
@@ScottMillar Alone. l simply get along with myself very well. To me, being alone is a bliss. But then, I enjoy it a lot when l meet other hikers (like that group of 3 guys l walked with for a few hours on my way to Shenavall, 1:37:13). When l meet other hikers, l am the one who enjoys it the most. l'm a bit funny in this regard. Then, my perception of risk and fear is very different when l'm with others. I believe that "a shared fear is half a fear"... 😉 The "SNT" is 'sort of' long, but you always meet someone on a daily basis so you get your 'socializing' time.
When it comes to my wife, l love hiking with her and everything is easier when she's with me (especially the planning 😅). So, alone VS others... it's also a matter of 'who is your partner'...
Great video. What's it like wearing trail runners on these long distance hikes in Scotland? I'm thinking of making the switch from boots but don't know how I'll feel walking through all the bogs and mud. How do you stop your feet from being wet and cold the entire time?
Thank you! I was in the same situation you are in now when l decided to try trail running shoes and let me tell you: I love them. You just have to 'actively' embrace the 'wet feet philosophy.' It's actually a relief as that's something you no longer have to worry about. When l walk with people who wear boots, you see them (often) zig-zagging, avoiding puddles, bogs, etc., the way I used to do (that can be quite tiring after a whole day!). Now, l just cruise through 😎
I like the feeling when walking in bogs (mostly getting wet feet), mud is OK, with a pair of trail running gaiters l never got any inside the shoes. The boots I used to wear are very solid and had better grip in mud than my Saucony Xodus 10 do (but then, the boots are much, muuuuch heavier, clumsy, uncomfortable, etc.) and it's not that I ever fell off, anyway (a trekking pole may be handy in muddy situations).
My feet were only cold for 2-3 minutes after doing a river crossing (the water in the rivers was 'freezing' while doing the SNT) and that was it. I wore Merino wool socks from Icebreaker, specifically the "mens hike+ crew medium cushion." As long as you wear wool socks, you'll be fine.
Make sure you do not buy any Gore-Tex or similar trail running shoes. The idea isn't to avoid getting wet feet, but to get the water off your shoes, ASAP.
By the way, your feet will not be 'wet' the way you think, it's more like they'll be 'humid' but not soaking wet. As you walk the shoes will get rid off the excess water, especially if you're wearing Merino socks which naturally repels water.
Finally, you could do a quick test easily: Plan on going for a walk around the place you live. Make sure it's cold and rainy. Before you go, make your shoes and socks as soaking wet as you can and place them in plastic bags. Go outside your home (especially if you're married!! 😱), put the gear on and go for your walk. Come back here and tell me how it felt 😄
Sorry for the mega long answer. I just wanted to help 😓
@@alwaysforwardyt Thanks for the detailed answer. It's good to hear from someone who has experience wearing trail runners in Scotland as that's where I do most of my hikes. I know first hand how bad the paths and bogs can be up there. I will try some trail runners soon and see how I get on. They do look much more comfortable. I like your idea getting them soaking wet and walking close to home to test them first, I will do that. Thanks
@@AlanLse I hope you can have an easy transition to trail running shoes as l did. Remember that the key is to embrace the wet feet philosophy. Once you are happy with that, in my opinion, the pros outweigh the cons. In any case, it's something very personal. Do let us know how your experience with trail running shoes went once you try them!
Well done, great achievement 👏
Thank you so much! And thanks for watching! 😊
Great job Antonio! What camera and microphone did you use on that trail? Did you have problems with midges?
Hello Martin, thanks for watching my video 😊 At the time, l used a Samsung s8 and a Zoom H5 sound recorder (l edited the footage on Davinci Resolve 16 'studio'). The 'chapters' version of the video that l just released (chapter 1 so far) has improved sound mixing and editing in general (or so l hope 😅) // No midges this time around! But it was A LOT colder! 🥶
I am really surprised with the quality with using just a phone. Does that sound recorder help a lot, would you recommend it?
@@martindohnal55 The quality is very good straight out of the phone, but l also 'color graded' the footage in Davinci. To me, it makes a big difference, and l think 'the average viewer' would also notice it, although they may not be aware of the 'why' it looks better (do l make sense?). One thing to note is the moment there is less light, image quality diminishes quickly (as you can see in my video).
As for the sound recorder, it depends on the type of videos you want to make. If you'll mostly add music to them, then you can truly save the money and the weight. If you're planning on mostly adding sounds recorded on the location (my SNT idea), then it'd be a must. I tried the cheaper models first (from Tascam and Zoom) and l'd skip those. For once, this saying is true: "Go big or go home" 😅 My phone, when place very close to the sound source, also produces great results (in par if not better than the cheap recorders). For vlogging, any decent phone will do great (unless it's windy. If so, find yourself some cover, place your hand in a way that it blokes the wind, etc.).
Finally, you have to know what you're doing not only for recording the best possible audio, but also for knowing how to mix it properly. l'm still learning, that's why l'm saying it 🤓 Compare the sound mixing in my "CWT" video VS the "SNT - Chapters" and you'll see what l mean. (Sorry for the long answer) l hope this helps! 😇
You are one tougher f er 😅😂 not many are as determined as you! Bloody terminator wouldn't match your level of fortitude i dont know if you read but check out Chris Townsends book Monroes and tops. He was the first to do all Monroes and tops in one go. His book crossing Arizona is a fab read too. Plus the great backpacking adventure where one book covers the PCT CDT and several others he did long ago.
Thanks for the compliments Tony 😊🙌 Your friend Chris has done quite a few awesome adventures no doubt. Hats off to him 😊
That was good, your a trooper 👍
Most praising comment ever. I'm far from being one but, thanks a lot! 🙏
Hi again Antonio. Do you ever carry real maps anymore? Ed
Hi there. Yes, for the Nordkalottleden l had a couple of them. In the UK l never do, but they can be good to have to entertain yourself in the tent or if you were to go off-track...
@@alwaysforwardyt interesting. So what back up plan do you have if your gps nav fails? You do a lot of long distance stuff so I take it you have some good gps equipment.
As always, it all depends on where you go and what's your comfort level when it comes to safety (or what's your safety awareness).
In Scandinavia I always use the phone for navigation but l carry a dedicated GPS device as a back up (plus a couple of maps). I also carry a PLB and emergency food for 2 days.
In the UK a would just take the phone and the PLB. Food enough to arrive to the destination according to plan.
In the UK you're always near something or someone. You're 'away from the next town, hostel, etc.'
In Scandinavia you are in a truly 'remote' area. Your bad planning or mistakes can cost you your life.
@@alwaysforwardyt thanks for the reply and words. Be interesting to know how many long distance hikers these days can actually use a map and compass if need be. I haven’t done any multi day hiking for years so I’m actually quite enjoying getting back into map and compass navigation; but obviously gotta move with the times - the navigational apps and devices on the market are brilliant. Thanks again.
@@edwardstroud8245 l think these days not many know how to properly use a map and a compass, including myself, whether long or short distance hikers. A GPS app/device is SO much more convenient! In white out conditions, l don't know what l'd do without a GPS, other than set up camp and call it a day... Good thing is you can choose what to take with you, on the trails and whether to learn a specific skill or not...
where are you from ??
Málaga, Spain.
@@alwaysforwardyt Gracias
@@martinbrownart 😅 ¡De nada!
Me confundí antes en tus vídeos hablabas español ahora ingles no entiendo Good job
😄 Así es. TH-cam es mi hobby, así que cambio cosas según me parece... Espero que te haya gustado el video igualmente 😊