Absolutely superb video, brilliantly shot and edited and really captured some bucket list locations. Fantastic work, I can't understand why you don't have more subscribers as your videos are top quality.
@TheWalkingKev : Glad you have enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching, and taking time out to comment. I really appreciate it. Unfortunately I can’t control the algorithms so I have to be content with being stumbled across.i enjoy what I’m doing so I suppose that’s all that matters. Thanks again.
@@thecowboycamper1195 well, TH-cam suggested one of your videos to me today and I'm very glad it did. The algorithm is a bit frustrating that's for sure.
I really enjoyed that. Thanks. We did our own variation on the NC500 in 2021, going up via Edinburgh, Auchterarder and the Cairngorms to visit friends and family. Glad to see that you took the time to see Castle Sinclair, my old ancestral pile is looking the worse for wear these days. I'll need to get a man in to have a look at it. When we were planning it we thought, since we are up here we should go over to Orkney, which we were so glad we did. Such an alien landscape compared to the mainland, also so much history. Your mind gets blown away a bit when you visit places such as Skara Brae and the Ring of Brogdar. Also good to see you took in Sandwood Bay. I remember looking for really remote beaches years and years ago on Google Earth and finding this. As you say, well worth the hike out there. That whole little bit from Rhiconich to Sheigra is stunning. Sitting at the Old School House, having chips and a beer, as the sun twinkles on Inchard is ingrained in my memories. We also took the ferry over to Handa Island Nature Reserve, so many birds! Other little detours were to Altandu, with views over the Summer Isles and late night whisky drinking with the local lads in the Fuaran Bar, then over to Skye and down to Glencoe and Loch Fyne for a lunch consisting of all of the oysters on the menu. A wee stop over in Glasgow to visit some of my old haunts then off to Ayr to visit more family before heading south again. What a trip it is. I would find myself being overcome with emotion on some stretches of road.
Graeme Foxworthy: Many thanks for your response. I’m really glad you enjoyed this trip of mine. Reading your comments has sparked more enthusiasm in me to 1- so it again. But in a little more detail. And 2- to go and visit Orkney and Shetland as they are on my list of to do’s. You have also given me some ideas of places I’d not thought of. So a huge thank you in return.
@theheraldsheralded7102 : I absolutely loved this trip. I should have been there longer. However I was very close to the season starting and I wanted that sense of solitude. I fell lucky with the scenery being captured when it was. But it was so worth it. Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. It’s really appreciated.
MrChewy79: Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. It’s taken a while to get the editing to a reasonable stage. So really appreciate the feedback. To be fair. The scenery was too good and I don’t think I did it a massive justice. But I do agree…. It’s an absolute gem of a country.
Brilliant video thanks, I've done the NC500 many times over the years along with many of the optional diversions available. This is a great summation of the route with stunning visuals. Well done TCC.
@timstocks6334 : Thank you for watching. I fell really lucky with the weather and time of year when I did this route. Absolutely magnificent. In truth I don’t think I hit anywhere near showing off the beauty of this route. I’m glad it brought back some memories for you .
David jones: Many thanks for giving my video a watch. I’m really pleased it went down well. If this is a bucket list. All I would say is. If you can…. Then do! It’s epic!
The Happy Wanderers: It’s a great place to visit. Would absolutely recommend it. And I’d go again! Thank you for watching. And taking time out to comment.
@@thecowboycamper1195, when I was 34 in 1994 I cycled it both ways. 2068 miles in 21 days. Carrying my own camping gear also. Hadn’t much money! I have a very damaged knee from before that. The key is to SPIN! Reduces pressure on your knees. I should know!
James outdoors: Thanks for watching and commenting. This is a great little trip. Thoroughly recommend it. Looking forward to seeing what you’ve got in store trip wise for this year!
I remember before the bridge thumbnail. There was a ferry. Always a queue made worse when I turned up in a motorhome. Coach built body on a Transit chassis cab. Normally 4 cars per trip. But because of the need proper weight distribution the I had to be in the middle of the turntable. Ferryman & other people in queue not happy.
@davecoooer3238 : I would say. It doesn’t matter! There are no rules to how you go about enjoying your time. Whilst you are there you are bringing well needed funds to an economy. And more importantly…. Enjoying yourself. Thank you for watching.
@@thecowboycamper1195 But it did matter. I not one for causing problems for people. But as they say. What goes around comes around. My five year old daughter received a bite from a donkey. It went septic. Also these days some of the locals are not keen on the NC500. People have been causing mess. I photographed a sign & trowel in a lay-by put there by the council. It asked that people use the trowel to bury their excrement but take their toilet paper home. One section of society that is pleased about the route is the motor trade. People in vehicles without spare wheels are needing recovery. Just dropping a wheel off the road can end up needing recovery. High end sports cars sports car with suspension damage are also a nice little earner. On single track with with passing place sections just getting the recovery vehicle to the incident can cause further holdups. Don’t get the locals started on homes being purchased by outsiders at prices they can’t afford. Then going as short term let’s. Forcing locals out of the market. Which in turn raises the average age of residents. That brings it’s own problems. It’s not just people in Barcelona, Amalfi Coast etc who are fed up.
Loved your video. We’re doing it in March. We are looking for information and initially disappointed by the lack of info. But captivated by your fantastic filming. Just add some info! (BTW: done variations of the NC500 probably before you were born! Lol Also cycled LEJOG 3 times.
James Brook: Thanks again for your comments. Always looking for ways to improve my videos. Could I ask what type of information you were looking for? Maybe I can do something about that in my next video. I purposely stuck with the what3words as it’s a quick reference to where I was that could be searched for if required.
@@thecowboycamper1195, really just best places to see on route and wild park ups. I am familiar with The Highlands, but, hidden gems with some commentary. You have confident and professional delivery so you need to add that to your videos imo. Adds your personality and will make good videos great imo.
James Brook: Thanks for the advice. I was conscious this one wasn’t going to be a how to type of thing. However I fully accept that I could have added a little more here and there. I’ve got some bits planned for this year so will look to add some bits as I go on. Thanks again.
@@thecowboycamper1195, we are going again in March! In our Berlingo micro camper. Just ordered a diesel heater for our space! Will be fun! Another trip were planning is the Northumberland 250. One for you for the future maybe?
It’s one amazing beach after another it would be hard picking the best as there’s simply so many of them . I love my country I am biased when I say it’s the most beautiful out of the Uk 🇬🇧 love to England Wales & Northern Ireland 💙
@janice506 : Be biased! …. I would be too in your shoes. Scotland is an amazing country. That’s why I always seem to migrate back there. Like you I can’t pick a favourite As you know there are plenty out there I haven’t even seen yet. Thanks for watching.
Thoroughly enjoyed this video..different take on the usual NC 500 on here.good on you for finding a lot of places not known to a lot of folks..me included and im Scottish..well edited,good drone footage..big thumbs up from me and a new Subscriber :)
NinjaBob: Glad you enjoyed it. I had an absolutely epic time there. Most of it as you saw… without another person in sight. I don’t think any video does the place justice! Thanks for watching and Thank you for the sub.
Great video. I visit this area a lot and it’s given me some ideas, can I ask where is the place with all the crosses, 23 seconds into the video? Keep up the great work
Mark Hamilton: Thank you for watching and commenting. Im glad that my work is going some way to giving people some ideas. The place with the crosses at the start of the intro is called the Hill of crosses. It’s in Lithuania. I have a video on it you might watch somewhere in my back catalogue.
What an amazing solo adventure👍 great video well done you👏 A few of us are doing the NC500 beginning of May (Anti-clockwise) on 🏍 I'm sure that's the way you have done it. I didn't see one midge on your video and you sure had the weather on your side🌤 I hope we experience the same🤞 we are doing skye too. Those beaches are something else👍will be making some of the stops you made, unfortunately, we won't have the time you did to explore, so thanks for sharing your adventure. 👌
Aftica Twin 2016: Thank you for taking time to watch. And also commenting. Glad you enjoyed the video. I had a really good time. The weather was superb. I went late March early April so I was midge free!!! I’m looking to repeat other parts of Scotland /Hebrides this year around the same time. I did do it Anti clockwise. It just looked like a better way to go. Like you I may even come back on the Bike and do it again. Have a great trip in any case. Thanks again.
Not at all great footage it just blows you away , we stopped at Knockan Grag after Ullapool the road is the A835 . There were wild stag feeding on the heather and the view over the loch with the mountains in the distance were just stunning . I want to live there the wife said she would go mad not me keep up the filming , think I should buy a drone for on the bike when we tour ? which to buy and is it easy enough thanks again. Chris
It depends on if you are cycling or on a motorbike. I used the mavic 2 on this journey as it is a lot more sturdy in tougher conditions and is easier to control. When I’m doing a walk or smaller trip I use my mavic mini. ( when I can remember to pack it!) The mini2 is a better option as it’s the upgrade.
Emma Liz: thank you for watching. The reason for this is down to when I actually traveled. Which was this time last year. Just before the tourist season. ( which is when I tend to do my van journeys) and more importantly just before midge season- which I can do without in all honesty. By travelling out of season I am able to enjoy the environment a little better. Hope that answers your query.
Jabberwocky: this is why I went in April. Just so I didn’t have to endure the midges. However. I’m about to do the Hebridean way in a couple of weeks. So me and the midge will be good friends! Thanks for watching.
Well done for not missing out the B869 like so many do. My favourite road in the world so far.
Graham Niven : why would you miss out on such beauty !!
I remember Stac Pollaidh was the first Scottish climb I did. Back in the day. It brought back a few memories.
Absolutely superb video, brilliantly shot and edited and really captured some bucket list locations. Fantastic work, I can't understand why you don't have more subscribers as your videos are top quality.
@TheWalkingKev : Glad you have enjoyed the video. Thank you for watching, and taking time out to comment. I really appreciate it. Unfortunately I can’t control the algorithms so I have to be content with being stumbled across.i enjoy what I’m doing so I suppose that’s all that matters. Thanks again.
@@thecowboycamper1195 well, TH-cam suggested one of your videos to me today and I'm very glad it did. The algorithm is a bit frustrating that's for sure.
I will keep plugging away lol
I really enjoyed that. Thanks. We did our own variation on the NC500 in 2021, going up via Edinburgh, Auchterarder and the Cairngorms to visit friends and family. Glad to see that you took the time to see Castle Sinclair, my old ancestral pile is looking the worse for wear these days. I'll need to get a man in to have a look at it.
When we were planning it we thought, since we are up here we should go over to Orkney, which we were so glad we did. Such an alien landscape compared to the mainland, also so much history. Your mind gets blown away a bit when you visit places such as Skara Brae and the Ring of Brogdar.
Also good to see you took in Sandwood Bay. I remember looking for really remote beaches years and years ago on Google Earth and finding this. As you say, well worth the hike out there. That whole little bit from Rhiconich to Sheigra is stunning. Sitting at the Old School House, having chips and a beer, as the sun twinkles on Inchard is ingrained in my memories.
We also took the ferry over to Handa Island Nature Reserve, so many birds!
Other little detours were to Altandu, with views over the Summer Isles and late night whisky drinking with the local lads in the Fuaran Bar, then over to Skye and down to Glencoe and Loch Fyne for a lunch consisting of all of the oysters on the menu.
A wee stop over in Glasgow to visit some of my old haunts then off to Ayr to visit more family before heading south again.
What a trip it is. I would find myself being overcome with emotion on some stretches of road.
Graeme Foxworthy: Many thanks for your response. I’m really glad you enjoyed this trip of mine. Reading your comments has sparked more enthusiasm in me to 1- so it again. But in a little more detail. And 2- to go and visit Orkney and Shetland as they are on my list of to do’s. You have also given me some ideas of places I’d not thought of. So a huge thank you in return.
Smashing documentary from beginning to end. Epic filming and educational. One of the best journeys I've seen.
@theheraldsheralded7102 : I absolutely loved this trip. I should have been there longer. However I was very close to the season starting and I wanted that sense of solitude. I fell lucky with the scenery being captured when it was. But it was so worth it. Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. It’s really appreciated.
Brought back so many amazing memories of our trip. I'm doing it again this year 2024 you've put me in the mood!
@stephmc70 Glad to hear it!As you know it’s an amazing place. I will go back at some point and do it again.
Fantastic job editing and putting this together. Really slick work. Glad you enjoyed our gem of a country
MrChewy79: Thank you for watching and taking time to comment. It’s taken a while to get the editing to a reasonable stage. So really appreciate the feedback. To be fair. The scenery was too good and I don’t think I did it a massive justice. But I do agree…. It’s an absolute gem of a country.
Brilliant video thanks, I've done the NC500 many times over the years along with many of the optional diversions available. This is a great summation of the route with stunning visuals. Well done TCC.
@timstocks6334 : Thank you for watching. I fell really lucky with the weather and time of year when I did this route. Absolutely magnificent. In truth I don’t think I hit anywhere near showing off the beauty of this route. I’m glad it brought back some memories for you .
Really enjoyed the footage. Definitely on the bucket list. Great editing and footage.
David jones: Many thanks for giving my video a watch. I’m really pleased it went down well. If this is a bucket list. All I would say is. If you can…. Then do! It’s epic!
Amazing video, old chap. Congratulations.
The Perfumer’s Assistant : Very kind of you to say. Thank you for watching.
Great thanks for that i'll have a look cheers
Chris
No problem 😊
Awesome video, thank you very much for sharing.
Weekend-warrior: Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it.
Brilliant video m8. Thoroughly enjoyed it and definitely on our to-do list.
The Happy Wanderers: It’s a great place to visit. Would absolutely recommend it. And I’d go again! Thank you for watching. And taking time out to comment.
Enjoyed this,will cycle it sometime👍
Trails and Ales from Wales: Thank you for watching. It’s a brilliant route for cyclists so give it a go.
@@thecowboycamper1195, In my younger days I’ve cycled LEJOG 3 times.
Amazing trip.
James Brook: Not sure my knees would allow me to make that trip again lol😂
@@thecowboycamper1195, when I was 34 in 1994 I cycled it both ways. 2068 miles in 21 days.
Carrying my own camping gear also. Hadn’t much money!
I have a very damaged knee from before that.
The key is to SPIN! Reduces pressure on your knees. I should know!
I shall bare that in mind! As I’m picking up cycling again.
Amazing looking trip, i'll have to put this on the hit list. Thanks for sharing.
James outdoors: Thanks for watching and commenting. This is a great little trip. Thoroughly recommend it. Looking forward to seeing what you’ve got in store trip wise for this year!
I remember before the bridge thumbnail. There was a ferry. Always a queue made worse when I turned up in a motorhome. Coach built body on a Transit chassis cab. Normally 4 cars per trip. But because of the need proper weight distribution the I had to be in the middle of the turntable. Ferryman & other people in queue not happy.
@davecoooer3238 : I would say. It doesn’t matter! There are no rules to how you go about enjoying your time. Whilst you are there you are bringing well needed funds to an economy. And more importantly…. Enjoying yourself. Thank you for watching.
@@thecowboycamper1195 But it did matter. I not one for causing problems for people. But as they say. What goes around comes around. My five year old daughter received a bite from a donkey. It went septic.
Also these days some of the locals are not keen on the NC500. People have been causing mess. I photographed a sign & trowel in a lay-by put there by the council. It asked that people use the trowel to bury their excrement but take their toilet paper home.
One section of society that is pleased about the route is the motor trade. People in vehicles without spare wheels are needing recovery. Just dropping a wheel off the road can end up needing recovery. High end sports cars sports car with suspension damage are also a nice little earner. On single track with with passing place sections just getting the recovery vehicle to the incident can cause further holdups.
Don’t get the locals started on homes being purchased by outsiders at prices they can’t afford. Then going as short term let’s. Forcing locals out of the market. Which in turn raises the average age of residents. That brings it’s own problems. It’s not just people in Barcelona, Amalfi Coast etc who are fed up.
I hear you
Great video stunning we will definetly go back this year we loved Sango Sands , cheers Chris
Chris Whotton: I’m really glad you enjoyed it. I didn’t think I could do the clips justice in all fairness. The vistas were out of this world.
Outstanding
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. 😊
Beautiful video
Barry young: Thank you for watching and taking time out to comment
Loved your video. We’re doing it in March. We are looking for information and initially disappointed by the lack of info.
But captivated by your fantastic filming.
Just add some info!
(BTW: done variations of the NC500 probably before you were born! Lol
Also cycled LEJOG 3 times.
James Brook: Thanks again for your comments. Always looking for ways to improve my videos. Could I ask what type of information you were looking for? Maybe I can do something about that in my next video. I purposely stuck with the what3words as it’s a quick reference to where I was that could be searched for if required.
@@thecowboycamper1195, really just best places to see on route and wild park ups.
I am familiar with The Highlands, but, hidden gems with some commentary.
You have confident and professional delivery so you need to add that to your videos imo.
Adds your personality and will make good videos great imo.
James Brook: Thanks for the advice. I was conscious this one wasn’t going to be a how to type of thing. However I fully accept that I could have added a little more here and there. I’ve got some bits planned for this year so will look to add some bits as I go on. Thanks again.
@@thecowboycamper1195, we are going again in March!
In our Berlingo micro camper. Just ordered a diesel heater for our space!
Will be fun!
Another trip were planning is the Northumberland 250.
One for you for the future maybe?
James Brook: I’ve heard of the 250. It’s one for later in the year if I have the opportunity. Thanks for the steer.
It’s one amazing beach after another it would be hard picking the best as there’s simply so many of them . I love my country I am biased when I say it’s the most beautiful out of the Uk 🇬🇧 love to England Wales & Northern Ireland 💙
@janice506 : Be biased! …. I would be too in your shoes. Scotland is an amazing country. That’s why I always seem to migrate back there. Like you I can’t pick a favourite As you know there are plenty out there I haven’t even seen yet. Thanks for watching.
Thoroughly enjoyed this video..different take on the usual NC 500 on here.good on you for finding a lot of places not known to a lot of folks..me included and im Scottish..well edited,good drone footage..big thumbs up from me and a new Subscriber :)
NinjaBob: Glad you enjoyed it. I had an absolutely epic time there. Most of it as you saw… without another person in sight. I don’t think any video does the place justice! Thanks for watching and Thank you for the sub.
@@thecowboycamper1195 pleasure is all mine big man..look forward to seeing more.all the best.
😊 Thanks
Great video. I visit this area a lot and it’s given me some ideas, can I ask where is the place with all the crosses, 23 seconds into the video? Keep up the great work
Mark Hamilton: Thank you for watching and commenting. Im glad that my work is going some way to giving people some ideas. The place with the crosses at the start of the intro is called the Hill of crosses. It’s in Lithuania. I have a video on it you might watch somewhere in my back catalogue.
What an amazing solo adventure👍 great video well done you👏 A few of us are doing the NC500 beginning of May (Anti-clockwise) on 🏍 I'm sure that's the way you have done it. I didn't see one midge on your video and you sure had the weather on your side🌤 I hope we experience the same🤞 we are doing skye too. Those beaches are something else👍will be making some of the stops you made, unfortunately, we won't have the time you did to explore, so thanks for sharing your adventure. 👌
Aftica Twin 2016: Thank you for taking time to watch. And also commenting. Glad you enjoyed the video. I had a really good time. The weather was superb. I went late March early April so I was midge free!!! I’m looking to repeat other parts of Scotland /Hebrides this year around the same time. I did do it Anti clockwise. It just looked like a better way to go. Like you I may even come back on the Bike and do it again. Have a great trip in any case. Thanks again.
Not at all great footage it just blows you away , we stopped at Knockan Grag after Ullapool the road is the A835 . There were wild stag feeding on the heather and the view over the loch with the mountains in the distance were just stunning . I want to live there the wife said she would go mad not me keep up the filming , think I should buy a drone for on the bike when we tour ? which to buy and is it easy enough thanks again.
Chris
It depends on if you are cycling or on a motorbike. I used the mavic 2 on this journey as it is a lot more sturdy in tougher conditions and is easier to control. When I’m doing a walk or smaller trip I use my mavic mini. ( when I can remember to pack it!) The mini2 is a better option as it’s the upgrade.
WHY ? NO PEOPLE OR NO MIDGES ? 🤔🙋♀️
Emma Liz: thank you for watching. The reason for this is down to when I actually traveled. Which was this time last year. Just before the tourist season. ( which is when I tend to do my van journeys) and more importantly just before midge season- which I can do without in all honesty. By travelling out of season I am able to enjoy the environment a little better. Hope that answers your query.
Midges are a nightmare. AVOID!!!
Jabberwocky: this is why I went in April. Just so I didn’t have to endure the midges. However. I’m about to do the Hebridean way in a couple of weeks. So me and the midge will be good friends! Thanks for watching.