Nice relaxing video rich! And a great load out for that pack size 👏🏼 I do like that grill and pit hanger contraption you have there, may have to purchase one for myself 😁 loved the morning scenes, bird song, sunrise and solitude 🙏🏼 perfect Thanks for sharing mate Ash
I never seem to get to camp early enough to enjoy anything before dark, so I tend to drag the mornings out! Thanks Ash, it was great, and I reckon you’d like the TJM grill thingy. Could do your tomahawk steak really slowly up high, then reverse sear it at the end! Cheers for the watch and comment mate. Rich 👍
nice one Rich, always a pleasure to see your outings. bummer about that woods that got the chop, you wouldn’t believe how many others I follow that have been through that same experience recently. sobering to realise that the nature we love is just someone’s cash crop for harvesting. sad thing that.
Thank you TF! Yeah I resisted the instinct to be judgemental as I know we all use wood and it has to come from somewhere. But all the same, it made me very sad indeed. And to think how paranoid I am about anyone thinking I may be having an 'impact' on nature by kipping in it for a few hours, when it could all be bulldozed tomorrow, acres and acres of it. And this is before HS2 - the last frame of the vid is on the hill where it will be passing under. This is one of the reasons I'm so keen to get out locally and capture my area on film - I fear much of it will either be inaccessible or totally mown down before long. Anyway, cheers for watching and commenting. Rich. 👍
Well that is very nice feedback, thank you sir! Been a little neglectful of (ahem) 'the channel' in recent months but optimistic I may get some new stuff up as we head into early Autumn. I hope you're getting out and about yourself!
Another great vid Rich - nice to see your revised kit out in use after reading your blog article. Gave me a few ideas for reconfiguring my kit for the next time I'm out... I've also got a TJM fire anchor - had it for a few years now - they really are the business! I like the gentle pace and atmosphere of your filming. Very calm and assured. Looking forward to the next one mate, all the best, Andy
Very kind words again Andy, thanks. 'Calm and assured' are not words I would use to describe myself by any means, so it just goes to show the illusion of filmmaking 😅The TJM is quite a thing - although the Cordura bag for it is equally great - could be used as a kneel pad no problem! Likewise, I look forward to hearing how you get on with your tweaked kit. Cheers. Rich 👍
Fantastic video, Rich. I really enjoy your camps, very chilled, and to the point. Perfect woodland that too. That pack looked like a 50L max!! Like a magical tardis. Lee
Cheers Lee. Yeah it's a trusted spot that, been a few times, and it always looks so different each time - especially now they've cut the conifers down near it, there's lots more daylight (but more risk of being seen 😬). Pack will get a lot of use I think, very clever little design. Cheers mate! Rich 👍
Thanks and back atcha Chris & Sam! I think you'd like the fire anchor, as a piece of workmanship but also for cooking on. And yep nice spot but shocked by how massive chunks of it had been cut down since I was last there in October. There's me worrying about Leave No Trace, putting leaves back just so etc, and the folk that 'own' it think nowt of mowing down an entire forest 😂
@@CottonBud yes I would love one .. think it will be on the list Rich ..we mixing it up this year .. some in big Bertha .. & me & Dazza going do some wild camping .. I got plenty stuff .. looking forward to it .. yes shame they destroy forest .. just hope they will replant trees .. cheers Chris & Sam
Great night out Richard. You had everything in order to commune with good old nature. I like your sack - side on it's fairly slim. Well, good going. Mark
Thanks Mark. Yeah a nice pack, although not the most comfy at that weight and distance I find! I've been made soft by Ospreys I think. It was a nice balance of roughing it and spoiling myself though, and the nature was indeed just the tonic. Cheers for watching mate. Rich.
Thank you GS. A beer garden does give a much appreciated chance to get the pack off and 'rehydrate' whilst also putting a nice spring in one's step 😀. Be good if they had them two thirds of the way up a fell eh? A bothy with a bar. Looking out of the window at the awful weather here I'm guessing you postponed your camp this week? I hope the plumbing is all sorted at home and you get out soon sir. Cheers. Rich 👍
@@CottonBud haha I support the bothy bar! Plumbing is all sorted. Just cosmetic things that need to be fixed now. Yeah trips postponed. Kids are on break this week but we are going to try and take a family trip later in the week. Might try to sneak out one night for a camp!
Thank you DsGalin, kind words. I realised a while back now that I should treat TH-cam like I treat Bandcamp and focus on a smaller, loyal following that I can interact with. I stopped asking anybody to sub a couple of years ago - the way I see it, if they really like the channel, they will sub anyway. And I’m very happy when they do. Cheers! Rich
Thanks for a nice video, that's funny - I just bought a packet of bacon fries from Home Bargains the other day. Excellent set up with the tarp and tent.
The sad thing is that a few seconds after the shot with the bacon fries, I moved to a more sheltered spot of the beer garden, and dropped them in a puddle. I’d only had about 3 😅. I was not happy. Thanks for watching sir! Cheers. Rich. 👍
Would be great with your poncho tarp above the door Hardy, plus you can also just use the mesh inner. I always say, if you accept it for what it is (and perhaps more importantly, isnt) it can be perfect for certain camps. Cheers for watching! Rich 👍
Cracking video Rich and a good little setup mate you managed to get a lot into that pack I've just got there other pack for my summer setup atvb jimmy 😎😎👍👍
I won't lie Jimmy, this pack is smaller than I realised but it will be perfect when I don't need to take such thick clothes with me! And the whole thing of minimising the kit was a good exercise, long overdue. I'm guessing you've gone for a Matilda? They seem quality bags from Helikon, really tough and satisfying Cordura. Looking forward to seeing how you use yours when it's a bit warmer! Do you actually have a summer up there mate? 😅 Cheers for watching and commenting! Rich 👍
@@CottonBud 🤣🤣🤣 ye we get about 48hrs it's absolutely poring down at the moment and I'm heading out for a camp soon happy day's 🤣🤣 that's the pack I got it's not big enough for my kit just yet once I'm using my 3 session's sleeping bag it will be good to go I might be doing a summer kit loadout video next month 🤔🤔
Hi Rich, thanks as always for sharing another great video, it's hard to beat a decent burger when out camping. I had the Ionosphere for a short while and enjoyed using it. I only sold it on because I preferred the Dutch hooped bivvy, it also helped finance the hex peak purchase! You've got an impressive amount of kit into that pack, top Tetris marks to you sir!! it's got me thinking about upcoming camps in which I plan to use my Helikon Bergen! It's a great pack though, I was talking to Des about it the other day and we were both saying how it could be so much better if it was just a little bit bigger 👍
Thanks Barney. Yeah I agree, it is oddly titchy for a Bergen! The thing I'm not mad on is the inner flaps on the pouches - the pouches themselves are surprisingly spacious, but getting stuff in and out is a snaggy mare sometimes. Otherwise though I'm over the moon with it and will use it loads on day camps and lightweight overnighters. I don't use the Ionosphere that often but I'm glad I kept hold of it as it is a nice change sometimes. Once again, indebted to you and Des for all the great kit you've showcased on your channels. Cheers for the support once again mate. 👍
What is it with everyone placing their hand on those posts every time they pass-by them? I've never seen those posts in real life...are they monumental or are they checkpoints along your path? Great video, thanks for sharing.
Thank you! Not sure where you are in the world but they are a very British landmark, and were once vitally important but now made obsolete by satellite surveying. Some people like to 'bag' them (there are thousands...) and tapping them with your hand just makes it official! getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/guides/what-is-a-trig-pillar/
@@CottonBud What an interesting read, thanks so much for the information - I guess you learn something every day! By the way, I am from Australia. All the best from "down under". 😊
@@Kathy-vt3eo You're very welcome! I think you have something similar but maybe not as ubiquitous... thanks again for finding the time to watch and comment!
Nice chilled out video Rich! What do you make of that pack, I've had my eye on it, but I was a bit dubious with its size? I do think the ponchos are a very underated bit of kit to be honest, but just goes to show how handy they can be. All the best fella 👍
Thanks Steve. The Poncho was as much there to cover me and the pack easily if caught walking in a shower, but got more use as a sitting area in the end. For 20 quid or so it's a no brainer, and it also fits with my Swagman Roll perfectly for a warm and dry 'big coat'! I'm still in the honeymoon period with the Bergen - it IS surprisingly small and forces tough decisions when packing, particularly in winter of course. The top pocket is particularly tiny - barely get a hat and gloves in there. But perfect as a generous day pack, and adaptable for overnighters with strapping/webbing other stuff onto it. Early days yet, but the build quality inspires confidence - really nice tough Cordura, that has a very pleasant sound and feel when handled that says 'trust me'. If their Matilda pack is basically a bit bigger version of this, it may be worth looking at that if primarily for overnighters though? Either way I think you'll like it and find uses for it. Cheers for the watch and comment boss - hope you are out and about, and that we may see you posting content back here soon enough. Take care. Rich. 👍
Argh! Nothing worse than a sleeping pad failure. I had this happen with two Trekology UL40s, but they were cheap, and I shouldn't have expected too much. Therma-Rest is quite a good make from what I can gather. I can't believe it let you down. Has there been customer service helped replace the pad or resolve the issue? xx
Yeah the daft thing is I have a UL80 too and that has been fine - yet THEY are supposed to be notorious! I'm in a bit of a limbo with it to be honest Rachel as I had it in the bath a couple of days ago to see where the leak may be and there wasn't a single bubble came from it, anywhere. So I slept on it that night, just in the house, and yet it still slowly deflated through the night. I believe Thermarest just do the bath test anyway when you send them back, so they'll probably say it's perfectly fine! I need to get in touch but I'm dreading the mither, I sense it will be a long, drawn out and frustrating one... hugely disappointed, as I felt I was really biting the bullet with this, paying through the nose for the best brand, but on something that will get used loads, for many years. It only managed half a dozen camps, and the last three showed signs of this problem 😕
Nice relaxing video rich! And a great load out for that pack size 👏🏼 I do like that grill and pit hanger contraption you have there, may have to purchase one for myself 😁 loved the morning scenes, bird song, sunrise and solitude 🙏🏼 perfect
Thanks for sharing mate
Ash
I never seem to get to camp early enough to enjoy anything before dark, so I tend to drag the mornings out! Thanks Ash, it was great, and I reckon you’d like the TJM grill thingy. Could do your tomahawk steak really slowly up high, then reverse sear it at the end! Cheers for the watch and comment mate. Rich 👍
nice one Rich, always a pleasure to see your outings. bummer about that woods that got the chop, you wouldn’t believe how many others I follow that have been through that same experience recently. sobering to realise that the nature we love is just someone’s cash crop for harvesting. sad thing that.
Thank you TF! Yeah I resisted the instinct to be judgemental as I know we all use wood and it has to come from somewhere. But all the same, it made me very sad indeed. And to think how paranoid I am about anyone thinking I may be having an 'impact' on nature by kipping in it for a few hours, when it could all be bulldozed tomorrow, acres and acres of it. And this is before HS2 - the last frame of the vid is on the hill where it will be passing under. This is one of the reasons I'm so keen to get out locally and capture my area on film - I fear much of it will either be inaccessible or totally mown down before long. Anyway, cheers for watching and commenting. Rich. 👍
I keep returning to your camps, because of the vibe, keep doing it. I do quite a bit of camping and hiking, but I keep returning to your thang!
Well that is very nice feedback, thank you sir! Been a little neglectful of (ahem) 'the channel' in recent months but optimistic I may get some new stuff up as we head into early Autumn. I hope you're getting out and about yourself!
Another great vid Rich - nice to see your revised kit out in use after reading your blog article. Gave me a few ideas for reconfiguring my kit for the next time I'm out... I've also got a TJM fire anchor - had it for a few years now - they really are the business! I like the gentle pace and atmosphere of your filming. Very calm and assured. Looking forward to the next one mate, all the best, Andy
Very kind words again Andy, thanks. 'Calm and assured' are not words I would use to describe myself by any means, so it just goes to show the illusion of filmmaking 😅The TJM is quite a thing - although the Cordura bag for it is equally great - could be used as a kneel pad no problem! Likewise, I look forward to hearing how you get on with your tweaked kit. Cheers. Rich 👍
I also have the Ionosphere and I love it for Stealth camp. Nice video ! CHeers from Canada !
Yeah it's perfect for certain situations eh? I have a real soft spot for it - I nearly always have a very cosy night's sleep in it. Nice one my man! 👍
Fantastic video, Rich. I really enjoy your camps, very chilled, and to the point. Perfect woodland that too. That pack looked like a 50L max!! Like a magical tardis. Lee
Cheers Lee. Yeah it's a trusted spot that, been a few times, and it always looks so different each time - especially now they've cut the conifers down near it, there's lots more daylight (but more risk of being seen 😬). Pack will get a lot of use I think, very clever little design. Cheers mate! Rich 👍
I’m in a rush. Stops at pub 😋😋😋
😅 I know right… when will I ever learn?
Awesome buddy as usual… I like yer fire Anchor… lovley place where you was .. all the best to you & family .. cheers Chris & Sam
Thanks and back atcha Chris & Sam! I think you'd like the fire anchor, as a piece of workmanship but also for cooking on. And yep nice spot but shocked by how massive chunks of it had been cut down since I was last there in October. There's me worrying about Leave No Trace, putting leaves back just so etc, and the folk that 'own' it think nowt of mowing down an entire forest 😂
@@CottonBud yes I would love one .. think it will be on the list Rich ..we mixing it up this year .. some in big Bertha .. & me & Dazza going do some wild camping .. I got plenty stuff .. looking forward to it .. yes shame they destroy forest .. just hope they will replant trees .. cheers Chris & Sam
@@chrisandsamlivingthedream Yeah you've deffo got the kit for a wild camp! Look forward to the vids 👍
@@CottonBud cheers buddy..
Bonjour! Good keeping. Top of the list! Comforting channel. 😆
Great night out Richard. You had everything in order to commune with good old nature. I like your sack - side on it's fairly slim. Well, good going. Mark
Thanks Mark. Yeah a nice pack, although not the most comfy at that weight and distance I find! I've been made soft by Ospreys I think. It was a nice balance of roughing it and spoiling myself though, and the nature was indeed just the tonic. Cheers for watching mate. Rich.
@@CottonBud A pleasure Richard. Ah, yeah made soft by the super Osprey packs. They are good. Good to hear the medicine went down well. Peace.
Great video Rich! Solid kit for a night out in a woodland. Loving those mid hike pint stops. Gotta try that!
Thank you GS. A beer garden does give a much appreciated chance to get the pack off and 'rehydrate' whilst also putting a nice spring in one's step 😀. Be good if they had them two thirds of the way up a fell eh? A bothy with a bar. Looking out of the window at the awful weather here I'm guessing you postponed your camp this week? I hope the plumbing is all sorted at home and you get out soon sir. Cheers. Rich 👍
@@CottonBud haha I support the bothy bar! Plumbing is all sorted. Just cosmetic things that need to be fixed now. Yeah trips postponed. Kids are on break this week but we are going to try and take a family trip later in the week. Might try to sneak out one night for a camp!
Good video, And what a amazing song Shelves is, I am a amazed you wrote it. I cant believe you only have 1.9K subs. Keep up the good Vids.
Thank you DsGalin, kind words. I realised a while back now that I should treat TH-cam like I treat Bandcamp and focus on a smaller, loyal following that I can interact with. I stopped asking anybody to sub a couple of years ago - the way I see it, if they really like the channel, they will sub anyway. And I’m very happy when they do. Cheers! Rich
Brilliant stuff
Cheers!
Great video. Great to see and hear you Rich 👍
Cheers Warren! 👍
Nice camp. The dawn chorus was magnificent.
Yeah it's particularly pleasing acoustics in those woods! Thanks Bernard 👍
Thanks for a nice video, that's funny - I just bought a packet of bacon fries from Home Bargains the other day. Excellent set up with the tarp and tent.
The sad thing is that a few seconds after the shot with the bacon fries, I moved to a more sheltered spot of the beer garden, and dropped them in a puddle. I’d only had about 3 😅. I was not happy. Thanks for watching sir! Cheers. Rich. 👍
Another enjoyable watch, do like the ionosphere. Maybe a future purchase. Stay safe. Hardy
Would be great with your poncho tarp above the door Hardy, plus you can also just use the mesh inner. I always say, if you accept it for what it is (and perhaps more importantly, isnt) it can be perfect for certain camps. Cheers for watching! Rich 👍
Check out the camp Cotton bud did on the Stone circular challenge video.
Similar set up but in a different environment.
🙂👍
Great video and wonderful trip.
Thanks NHT!
Cracking video Rich and a good little setup mate you managed to get a lot into that pack I've just got there other pack for my summer setup atvb jimmy 😎😎👍👍
I won't lie Jimmy, this pack is smaller than I realised but it will be perfect when I don't need to take such thick clothes with me! And the whole thing of minimising the kit was a good exercise, long overdue. I'm guessing you've gone for a Matilda? They seem quality bags from Helikon, really tough and satisfying Cordura. Looking forward to seeing how you use yours when it's a bit warmer! Do you actually have a summer up there mate? 😅 Cheers for watching and commenting! Rich 👍
@@CottonBud 🤣🤣🤣 ye we get about 48hrs it's absolutely poring down at the moment and I'm heading out for a camp soon happy day's 🤣🤣 that's the pack I got it's not big enough for my kit just yet once I'm using my 3 session's sleeping bag it will be good to go I might be doing a summer kit loadout video next month 🤔🤔
I really enjoyed the video, well done.
Thanks you A.E - glad you enjoyed! 👍
Hi Rich, thanks as always for sharing another great video, it's hard to beat a decent burger when out camping.
I had the Ionosphere for a short while and enjoyed using it. I only sold it on because I preferred the Dutch hooped bivvy, it also helped finance the hex peak purchase! You've got an impressive amount of kit into that pack, top Tetris marks to you sir!! it's got me thinking about upcoming camps in which I plan to use my Helikon Bergen! It's a great pack though, I was talking to Des about it the other day and we were both saying how it could be so much better if it was just a little bit bigger 👍
Thanks Barney. Yeah I agree, it is oddly titchy for a Bergen! The thing I'm not mad on is the inner flaps on the pouches - the pouches themselves are surprisingly spacious, but getting stuff in and out is a snaggy mare sometimes. Otherwise though I'm over the moon with it and will use it loads on day camps and lightweight overnighters. I don't use the Ionosphere that often but I'm glad I kept hold of it as it is a nice change sometimes. Once again, indebted to you and Des for all the great kit you've showcased on your channels. Cheers for the support once again mate. 👍
What is it with everyone placing their hand on those posts every time they pass-by them? I've never seen those posts in real life...are they monumental or are they checkpoints along your path? Great video, thanks for sharing.
Thank you! Not sure where you are in the world but they are a very British landmark, and were once vitally important but now made obsolete by satellite surveying. Some people like to 'bag' them (there are thousands...) and tapping them with your hand just makes it official! getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/guides/what-is-a-trig-pillar/
@@CottonBud What an interesting read, thanks so much for the information - I guess you learn something every day! By the way, I am from Australia. All the best from "down under". 😊
@@Kathy-vt3eo You're very welcome! I think you have something similar but maybe not as ubiquitous... thanks again for finding the time to watch and comment!
Excellent. 👏
Cheers Chris!
Nice set-up.. I was wondering who was the maker of your canteen kit?
Thank you. That’s Boundless Voyage.
It's a beauty
Glad you enjoyed Nick
Nice chilled out video Rich! What do you make of that pack, I've had my eye on it, but I was a bit dubious with its size? I do think the ponchos are a very underated bit of kit to be honest, but just goes to show how handy they can be.
All the best fella 👍
Thanks Steve. The Poncho was as much there to cover me and the pack easily if caught walking in a shower, but got more use as a sitting area in the end. For 20 quid or so it's a no brainer, and it also fits with my Swagman Roll perfectly for a warm and dry 'big coat'!
I'm still in the honeymoon period with the Bergen - it IS surprisingly small and forces tough decisions when packing, particularly in winter of course. The top pocket is particularly tiny - barely get a hat and gloves in there. But perfect as a generous day pack, and adaptable for overnighters with strapping/webbing other stuff onto it. Early days yet, but the build quality inspires confidence - really nice tough Cordura, that has a very pleasant sound and feel when handled that says 'trust me'. If their Matilda pack is basically a bit bigger version of this, it may be worth looking at that if primarily for overnighters though? Either way I think you'll like it and find uses for it.
Cheers for the watch and comment boss - hope you are out and about, and that we may see you posting content back here soon enough. Take care. Rich. 👍
Argh! Nothing worse than a sleeping pad failure. I had this happen with two Trekology UL40s, but they were cheap, and I shouldn't have expected too much. Therma-Rest is quite a good make from what I can gather. I can't believe it let you down. Has there been customer service helped replace the pad or resolve the issue? xx
Yeah the daft thing is I have a UL80 too and that has been fine - yet THEY are supposed to be notorious! I'm in a bit of a limbo with it to be honest Rachel as I had it in the bath a couple of days ago to see where the leak may be and there wasn't a single bubble came from it, anywhere. So I slept on it that night, just in the house, and yet it still slowly deflated through the night. I believe Thermarest just do the bath test anyway when you send them back, so they'll probably say it's perfectly fine! I need to get in touch but I'm dreading the mither, I sense it will be a long, drawn out and frustrating one... hugely disappointed, as I felt I was really biting the bullet with this, paying through the nose for the best brand, but on something that will get used loads, for many years. It only managed half a dozen camps, and the last three showed signs of this problem 😕
Really nice woodland camp, can you recommend any good woodland to do a camp in, I'm pretty local to you, I'm in Silverdale 👍
Cheers! Keele or Hanchurch maybe?
@@CottonBud Thanks mate, I will give them a look, might have a wander around first 👍
Hi, Silly question.What is that ground protecting square "mat" you used under the fire box?
Soldering mat
@@CottonBud Thank you!
Excellent idea, thank you
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