Hi Paul I just wanted to say thank you , I’ve been going through a bit of a rough patch (nothing compared to other people’s problems ) but your videos have really helped me they are like my meditation and let me forget about everything else that’s going on. They have also inspired me to go wild camping for my self so thank you so much Best regards Sacha 👍
@sachamerilion118
4 ай бұрын
@@TheWtfnonamez thanks I appreciate that . All the best to you to man. 👍
@rowancrafts
4 ай бұрын
Having lived in the Highlands and walked through its wilderness many miles I really appreciate you taking me back there in your vlogs. It seems that everyone I follow is doing the WHW this year but each person brings their own personal perspective to the trail. I walked it years ago before it was so popular.
@pepstein
4 ай бұрын
That first day looked rocky indeed, and that really does sap energy and drain you mentally, as you have to focus so much on foot placement. But boy that second day was gorgeous. I'd take more time so I didn't have to push so hard. So much to enjoy along the way. Thank you so much for sharing your adventure with us!
@mgrallert
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the link Paul! ❤😀 My video of day 1 will be ready this weekend 🙃 It was great to meet you. What an EPIC trek 😍
@jsimes1
4 ай бұрын
I just subscribed! Your videos look amazing Matthias!!
@mgrallert
4 ай бұрын
@@jsimes1 thank you ☺
@jasper1358
4 ай бұрын
Almost got ptsd watching this one. I remember arriving at Inversnaid Hotel thinking "Beinglass can't be that far off now". Boy was I wrong! The constant up and down scrambling with a heavy pack really put's you through the ringer. Great video!
@Notagain640
4 ай бұрын
I know exactly what you mean. On top of an already hard day, that last section, although beautiful, goes on forever. I was with my wife and 13-year-old son. I remember talking to one guy at Inversnaid Hotel who said he didn't think the next stretch would be too bad and that we had already done the hardest part. We met up with him in the bar at Beinglas campsite and he came over looking guilty and apologised.
@bravelyliving5869
4 ай бұрын
ME TOO!!!!! I almost quit after this day
@Kev.B.4311
4 ай бұрын
This just all looks nothing short of "EPIC" Paul...!🤣👍 What great places, fab campsites, people U meet along the way, etc...! I like to think that could achieve something similar in time, but currently stuck at home with foot injuries, so can't do much right now...😐😔 Aaahh, but fear not, cause I popped a Rakoon in my living room (OEX...!😄) so the dog & me R enjoying a virtual camp...!😆 Best wishes & look forward to Part 3...✔️💯👊
@richardpoynton4026
4 ай бұрын
Absolutely love the Scottish countryside. If I wasn’t Welsh, Scotland is where I’d choose to live.
@WildScotAurora
4 ай бұрын
Wales is so beautiful you are lucky to live there.
@scotbotvideos
4 ай бұрын
Scotland isn't just the Highlands, just as Wales isn't just Snowdonia.
@pootlingalong8928
4 ай бұрын
Agree! I did LeJog on my bike in 2021 and the S ottish countryside - highlands and lowland - really standout in my memory. I must do a tour of Wales - other people’s videos show it as being breathtaking.
@RollrightKnights
4 ай бұрын
"Don't piss on my leg and tell me it's raining" 😂😂😂
@PaulMessner
4 ай бұрын
I heard that too 😂
@alangauld6079
4 ай бұрын
I've got to smile every time you talk about it being remote. From my perspective as a Scot, I avoid the WHW area because it's too busy and close to civilisation! I'm off to Knoydart next week, now that's remote! Glad you are enjoying the hike.
@chrissyplanteater2892
13 күн бұрын
Beautiful place , no beating it love Scotland 🦌🍁🌲
@mariafreeman7257
4 ай бұрын
Brings back all the memories of my trip 2 years ago …. All the pain and joy 😊 Brilliant 👍👍
@thefun-employedadventurer3011
4 ай бұрын
That bluebell hill was gorgeous. This section was like an obstacle course for sure.
@nigelcrisp68
4 ай бұрын
Thank you Paul, I really liked your latest adventure and your filming I enjoy quite a bit, in fact my whole family watches you on your travels. The scenery couldn't be bettered and the good humored banter along the way makes me smile. Well done and hope you're not planning on chucking away the walking sticks too soon.
@martinoutdoors6941
4 ай бұрын
Great series Paul, nice to see you’re keeping hydrated in that warm weather 😁😎🍺
@garryclarke1234
4 ай бұрын
Cracking that, Scotland is a beautiful place.
@tooyoungtobeold8756
Ай бұрын
Thanks for another great video. Beautiful scenery.
@pootlingalong8928
4 ай бұрын
Wonderful stuff Paul, thoroughly enjoying your films of this hike. Oh, and well done both of you, it looks a bit of a tough one 👍🏻🙂. Can’t wait for Part 3 ❤️
@iainday
4 ай бұрын
A great video Paul thank you so much for sharing, I really felt like I was walking along with you experiencing all the up's and downs of the walk. Looking forward to the final instalment. Keep on Trekking.! My friend😸
@paulhunt8852
4 ай бұрын
I completed the WHW a week before you, I done it the same week as Mandy from KZitem done it in 5. This was my 2nd time, 1st time 8 day's and this year 7. Even on the 2nd whw at a similar time of year as the 1st, I was amazed at how much I missed. The bits you didn't record especially round Lomond was just as well, you forget them so you do it again, but it all comes back when your blowing out of your ass! You have presented a realistic representation of how it is, sweat & all ! Looking forward to part 3, I hiked around 20miles on the 1st day & pitched up on conic hill, that was less gruelling than that climb out of Kinlochleven, but a visualisation of that beer at the Black Isle Bar keeps you motivated!
@daveandemmaoutdoors3171
4 ай бұрын
nice 1 Paul . Gives me hope I can do this next year 💪( over 50 club and all 😂)
@stevenvitali7404
4 ай бұрын
I’m 50
@wsaxb05
4 ай бұрын
I cycled it last year when I was 63. Cycling Rob Roy Way this week.
@ktswandering
4 ай бұрын
I really thought you were going to say " There's a sight for sore feet" when you made it to camp after Lomond. Looked like a proper leg burner!
@MaylesTrails
4 ай бұрын
Tyndrum to Glencoe Mountain Resort was my favourite day on the WHW. When enjoying those pints, just remember that beer has all 13 essential nutrients that your body needs. It's basically a health drink 😅🍻
@scotbotvideos
4 ай бұрын
lol ... apart from the alcohol which is really bad if you've exercised or are planning to.
@MaylesTrails
4 ай бұрын
@@scotbotvideos Haha yeah, but let's keep that part quiet 😅
@ralfoutdoor
4 ай бұрын
Nice to see it on a different day - done it a few days before 😎
@russellladds4454
4 ай бұрын
I had the same weather the bank Holiday week so great to relive it. Also had the same experience with the distances.
@TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing
4 ай бұрын
Bloody hell Paul you nailed them pints
@georgeshort4112
4 ай бұрын
Stunning again My fellow Mackem. Great vid. Keep them coming. Cheers.
@scottyplug
3 ай бұрын
I fekking love this bloody channel. THIS is the kind of hiking I'm all about!! Hike on, Paul. I'm sooo glad you've persevered and stuck with this channel and making content. You're awesome.
@brianbestford5447
4 ай бұрын
Whenever I pass through Tyndrum, it always reminds me of the Somme, so many walking wounded. Loved the video
@richardburton5485
4 ай бұрын
When you said that you plan to do a break down of the costs , my first thought was would that include the pints as well and where was the best pint from
@chrishomer
4 ай бұрын
Brilliant mate. Gorgeous scenery.
@Ed30675
4 ай бұрын
Brilliant video Paul.... I can confirm that the great weather is still with us....Looking forward to part 3.
@paulprosser4108
4 ай бұрын
Another superb video Paul. Well done to both of you.
@ScottishWoodsman
4 ай бұрын
Nice video of the route, glad you got fine weather and no midges. I’ve lived on Loch Lomonside my whole life and have been shooting on the surrounding hills for over 40 years, it’s some tough walking on the open ground, paths are not for me, you can keep the trails. All the best chiefy.
@stevenvitali7404
4 ай бұрын
Great video Paul!, really enjoyed watching your journey
@nicwp7320
4 ай бұрын
I found exactly the same with the mileage plotting on O/s/Maps, walking from Coniston to Langdale on the Cumbria way the o/s maps said it was 10 miles but in the end it turned out to be 14
@Ericidryfly
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for bringing back such great memories of my West Highland Way hike last year.
@camperventure388
4 ай бұрын
Did the WHW too, loved every bit of it, despite having 16.5kg on my back for 7 days. I agree, lomond is a challenge. Enjoy.
@browsman2328
4 ай бұрын
Greetings from NorCal. Some of those trails real ankle busters, but very beautiful Scotland is. We call up and down trails doing puds for pointless up and downs. That Haggis looked repulsive, maybe just my pre- conception, might taste good. Cheers!
@Hengists_Wild_Camps
4 ай бұрын
As I mentioned on your last video Paul, I'm really enjoying this Scottish series. As someone who can't afford the train fare, there & back to Scotland, it's great to see some different scenery when compared to my usual stomping grounds of the Peak District.🙂 Cheers mate.👍
@MrDunk74
4 күн бұрын
That section broke me. It's quite a dangerous section
@everyoneknowsadave3580
4 ай бұрын
Wot no ‘Drive By’s’ Shirley not !! 😂 21 miles is a tough day whatever terrain it is … classic Scottish views though thank you for sharing your adventure 👍👍
@stigfloberghagenphotography
4 ай бұрын
Really great hike 👍🙂
@Warrior_Resisting_Colonialism
4 ай бұрын
Beautiful countryside.
@BrokenBackMountains
4 ай бұрын
Worst part is over. You were looking over to the Arrochar alps. Great wee hills.
@eugenedarvell8470
4 ай бұрын
Hi Paul, great series of videos so far. about your cooking, did you think about using flameless heating bags for your food instead of a gas cooker?. I know you need the burner for boiling water such like but it might of saved a bit of weight and plus they’re disposable so you can put them in the in the bins as you go along and it’s easy to pack in your rucksack. I’m thinking of trying these in my little CAMPING adventure that I’m going on in August. just would like your opinion on them. Keep on making great videos.
@JanOutdoors
4 ай бұрын
Very nice to relive the WHW with you Paul. I've been following you for two years now, keep up the honest work! I walked the WHW last november, beautiful and hardly met anyone on the trail :D Looking forward to watching the rest of your videos. Best, Jan
@JanOutdoors
4 ай бұрын
By the way I posted a simple video of my hike on KZitem as well. Nothing as well done compared to Pual's video's, but it gives you an impression of the WHW in early november in ridiculously good conditions :) kzitem.info/news/bejne/qJmcn51osYNyopg
@adelevickers2120
4 ай бұрын
Thanks, great to see the views and track detail. As an Aussie I 5:15 had a chuckle about "remote"!!
@JimBobele
4 ай бұрын
Ah memories, did the WHW 2 years ago and it was a blast. I struggled with some blisters since Drymen cause it rained a lot. Thought I had to drop out in Beinglas but fortunately I could make it to Tyndrum and buy some medical equipment at the shop there to handle my feet properly. But thumbs up, over 30k along Loch Lomond. That is something you can be proud of. I recall the stretch after Inversnaid as a really, really tough one. But you have been rewarded with some beautiful weather during the Rannoch moor stretch. For me that was the most beautiful part of the trail. Happy hiking
@JohnBruce-Jones
4 ай бұрын
Hi Paul, really enjoying these videos! It was great to meet you and Andy on the trail and now I've got some good footage to look back on! Love the mix of scenery and chat. Great trail, great people along the way, the best week! PS I did do Ben Nevis at the end, that was a descent too far! All best John
@Davidchamberlain-nq9yv
4 ай бұрын
Hope your enjoying the trip I did this in January on my own
@daviemaclean61
4 ай бұрын
Got to admire anyone who tackles the WHW. I could manage the 20 miles, but I couldn't get up and do it again the next day! Fair play to you two
@miriamcollett7456
4 ай бұрын
That bit between inversnaid and Beinn glass is murder. Well done!
@GoodBlokeOutdoors
4 ай бұрын
Love it mate👍🏼
@markbaddeley8874
4 ай бұрын
Great video Paul. I’m doing the coast to coast in a few weeks and hopefully west highland way next year. This has really inspired me. Can I ask what bottle holders you use attached you your rucksack straps
@Walkingwildcampinguk
4 ай бұрын
Loving the series pal 👍. I’m off to do the WHW myself 1st week in May next year so your videos are going to be a great guide so thank you. Just finished The Cumbria Way last week and it’s given me the bug for multi day hikes lol 😂 going to do Hadrian’s Wall at the back end of summer also. Thanks again brother hope you and the family are well 🤙
@abbottsadventures
4 ай бұрын
Great video Paul. You should give the Cleveland way a go if you've not already
@johnf8283
4 ай бұрын
Bonnie Scotland 🏴❤️🏴
@SiaD777
4 ай бұрын
Glencoe up next - one of my favourite places on earth! ❤❤❤
@Lumsden-g7o
4 ай бұрын
I can almost smell the woodland ! Exellent vid Paul ! Good way to loose a few Lb . Check the scale when you get home Mate 😅 ! Mike.
@greeno6064
4 ай бұрын
Hi paul.. loving watching your WHW way video.. i have done this trail every year for past 4 years and im 64 years old.. i made the mistake of doing the exact day 3 as you first time... cashel campsite to beinglass camp site. On paper it looks about 5 hours.. in reality it took me about 10 hours.. omg.. not mage that mustake again.. looking forward to seeing the rest of the route
@timcourtney3712
4 ай бұрын
No one will ever understand how brutal this stage is if you’ve not lived it! I had to tap out at Bein Glas after ruining my knee 😅
@paulhunter4738
4 ай бұрын
Hi Paul, really enjoying your trip videos. Its a bit strange, as I have been watching Liam from Good Bloke Outdoors doing the same trip, although he was maybe just ahead of you, seeing the same places, although I think you are more like me, beers and bacon butties!! Keep it going mate.
@wpherigo1
4 ай бұрын
So jealous of the great hikes and camping you are doing!
@JohnJCampbell72
4 ай бұрын
Great videos Paul. I’m doing the WHW in 2 weeks. Can’t wait. What weight was your bag mate?
@LJonProduction
4 ай бұрын
You should do vid on the cost of the whole trip
@camperwheeler5183
4 ай бұрын
looked as though u were gong to sink that pint in a oner 😆
@AndyMacaskill
4 ай бұрын
Loved it, Paul!
@grsfhhytff
4 ай бұрын
It's weird seeing you in my home territory and knowing exactly where you are. Normally the scenery is all new to me in your videos
@kennyking4088
4 ай бұрын
That's not a hike that's a pub crawl!
@richardtams564
4 ай бұрын
It’s worth the extra half mile to go to kings house. More facilities and wild camp. Or hostel style if you prefer which includes free brekky.
@Martycycleman
4 ай бұрын
Your doing well Paul😊
@peterbishop4047
4 ай бұрын
A question Paul. Which walk do you prefer Cumbria way or whw? Similar mileage and good views? Your videos are so informative and perfect for a planned trip. You certainly cover good daily distances. Well done! 👏
@Hikingjoe383
4 ай бұрын
Great hike paul
@resist.
4 ай бұрын
Idd love to be there
@grahamrowe6278
4 ай бұрын
What I don't really understand about the WHW is that you could do much the same point to point without paralleling that ribbon of traffic sound... Or rather, cut it down by 80%. Yes, it would be a little tougher and take a day longer, but wouldn't it be more to the point?
@junglejamesie
4 ай бұрын
Doune Byre bothy is kept intentionally basic BECAUSE it's on the WHW. Lots of other MBA bothies are far better kitted out.
@cameron5795
4 ай бұрын
20:00 it does bug me how little education there is about industrial landscapes like plantation forests
@MattFinch-f2w
4 ай бұрын
I remember that day when I did it.Tough.
@muppetchloe
4 ай бұрын
Next time you do west Highland way add on the calidonian canal up to Inverness that make a great walk amd a lot easier going
@samhill3496
4 ай бұрын
Good vid Paul. Lot of steps and great scenery to go with them. Wonderful experience. Next time
@AB-qp6yj
4 ай бұрын
Mid Wales is a wilderness area. And Knotdart in scotland
@steelynick
4 ай бұрын
Cracking effort lads, I saw the plasters on your feet, how are the Olympus shoes holding out?
@vernonjames8110
2 ай бұрын
Hi'a Paul really liked your highland trail experience. I noticed you said you had used permethrin on your gear, what did you use, where did you source it? Im really struggling to find permethrin now ?
@LouiseB-e3p
4 ай бұрын
Wahooo. Part 2. Gonna grab a coffee and enjoy!
@DM-ny5wz
4 ай бұрын
High, great video as always. Planning on going camping in June I’m the Highlands. What is the proper sleeping bag comfort rating for the highlands I’m late spring? Thanks
@samwillis3929
4 ай бұрын
Hi Paul, can I just ask when you did this? What month. We’re looking at doing it and are trying to figure out when. Thank you!
@adelevickers2120
4 ай бұрын
Interesting video thanks. Just wondering why you choose to do 30+ kms per day? because you can, or pushed for days to do it..? Wouldn't cutting kms down a bit be more enjoyable?
@glidezilla
4 ай бұрын
Paul, you are on to something with the accuracy of plotting a route on your PC and, then hiking it measuring with your app, then checking if they both correlate, I'm in a hiking group and some of us use, OS, Memory Map, Alpinequest, Strava, Hiiker, Garmin, none of them match at the end of a hike , so which one is the most accurate? Happy to help if you would like to do a video on this.
@Indigenous-English-Man
4 ай бұрын
I used to think the uk landscape was unbeatable and then I went hiking in Zermatt in the Swiss alps
@paultrussy
4 ай бұрын
The WHW is an excellent trail but much like the Pennine Way it's a victim of its own popularity. The Southern Upland Way is far more challenging. More remote and far less populated (both walkers and local) and over twice the distance. The Cape Wrath Trail is in another league; very remote and only for the experienced.
@fawthro
4 ай бұрын
Great Video Paul
@farty1000
4 ай бұрын
excellent video Paul, I wonder what solar panel you are using? and how long to charge a phone with decent sunlight?
@PaulMessner
4 ай бұрын
www.patreon.com/posts/104610240?
@PaulMessner
4 ай бұрын
I made a little video today answering that question
@scottowl75
4 ай бұрын
Weather looks like it’s been amazing for jockland
@BrokenBackMountains
4 ай бұрын
Is Jockland north of Insultland?
@scottowl75
4 ай бұрын
@@BrokenBackMountains yeah it’s also close to skirt wearing ,ginger, haggis hunting ,fried mars bar land
@BrokenBackMountains
4 ай бұрын
@@scottowl75 Get back under your bridge.
@BrokenBackMountains
4 ай бұрын
@@scottowl75 Get back under your bridge.
@BrokenBackMountains
4 ай бұрын
@@scottowl75 If you can't be nice...
@MrDistill
4 ай бұрын
Cool trip. No whisky? The shades are bomb!
@gnarlyfox
4 ай бұрын
I don’t understand ? What part of this section nearly broke you ?
@eddyarundale1566
4 ай бұрын
👋🏼
@COLLSWORK
4 ай бұрын
😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@WilliamPobjoy
4 ай бұрын
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😂👍👍👍
@anonymousinternetuser7519
4 ай бұрын
Why did you censor your hand?!
@joshubrook324
4 ай бұрын
I was wondering the same thing
@Dr.D00p
4 ай бұрын
I dunno, this walk looks dead easy compared to the Welsh Coastal Path, with over 30,000ft of ascent & descent, it sorts the men out from the boys 😉
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