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Retiring early is the best thing u can do don’t let the government dictate ur life it’s all by design the older u retired the closer u are to death don’t do it retire young and enjoy life much blessings cheees ..

I understand everything you are saying. But if you are on the edge of that black hole, trying to stop yourself from falling in, then anyone feeling like that needs medication and to get themselves to a doctor immediately.

Eddie, when you had depression, did you find yourself standing on the edge of a black hole. So scary that you were about to fall in. In fact, it's terrifying.

I worry about paying the rent if I retire. It would be different if I had my own house or flat. How do you manage?

No music on the background, please

Years ago, I owned a couple of Gortex jackets; each very expensive. First one less than two years old wore out thus purchased a second Gortex jacket, in a short time it too needed replacing. After the second jacket gave up the ghost, I stopped purchasing Gortex. They are too costly and too susceptible delaminating and tearing. When caught in a constant rain they quickly wetted out, thus I became almost as wet inside as it was on the outside. Conceptually Gortex is excellent, execution is horrible.

Please take scam messages down Eddy. One obvious one i have reported.

I’m starting to work at 50. I have enjoyed my youth to the utmost

I’ve got loads of Paramo gear and yes you might get wet like most waterproof garments but you do keep warm and you do dry out far better than any Gore Tex. If you use the insulation layering system these coats are put over the top of the coat. You can on/off as you require for temperature control. Thanks for the video 👍

I have both Gore-tex and Paramo jackets. Both have their strengths and weaknesses. I choose which one I use depending on the activity. As a general rule for high energy activities where I'll be getting hot and sweaty or in cold wintery conditions Paramo is better.

Im not carrying banana and orange peels man 😆 It’s compost!

Worked my butt off at 17

I have camped in wild areas and was conscientious about seeking permission to do so and clearing my (and others') rubbish. I hate to say it but some who 'wild camp' are frankly open-air vandals and have forced land-owners to get 'shirty'. We simply cannot treat these wild areas so badly. Film the site before and after (with time stamps) as a record. Leave no trace and be courteous, even if you have permission to camp.

I don't like the color. No green?

Anything to slaughter one of the best brands who have delivered for decades. Blah blah blah, Clickbait

If you are renting out a property you are obviously not retired, it's needs managing

I did scarfell pike in a helicopter, it was awesome.

Paramo fails in very heavy wind driven rain, the fabric becomes overwhelmed. I’ve had a very bad experience high in the mountains in Snowdonia in winter when I got wet and cold in my paramo jacket and trousers but my colleagues who were wearing Goretex stayed drier and warm. Paramo has its place and I still use my paramo jacket in light rain but it’s not suitable for the worst weather conditions

Looks like moisture is forced in via capillary action at the backpack straps. Only material that will stop that 100% is rubber. I think too, the point isn't that you're perfectly waterproof, but that moisture isn't renewed and doesn't thermal bridge with the outer layer (like a wet suit). This should keep you warm enough when it's really wet, and allows it to dry much quicker than most other jackets. Also allows any moisture that gets in through other means to escape quicker than other jackets. Not perfect but it's damn good.

Been wearing Cascade for 4 years and it hasn't failed me. I walk around 40 miles a week. Event, Hyvent and Goretex have all failed after 18 months due the to membrane wearing out. And for some reason the designers put seams on shoulders where water hits hardest and backpack straps cause abrasion.

Philosophical & wise words Eddy, some great tips there, thank you for sharing your take on life post retirement. I found once all the diy jobs were done after retirement & Id had a couple of nice holidays, the days not working had no purpose. So like u say, a part time job & getting involved with hobbies & passions fills that purpose along with sering more offamily. I found your vid interesting thanks 👍. I started a motorcycle channel which i enjoy although editing is a pain! Can I ask how did you make that Google Earth bit, I cannot fathom how to do it!?

Only way your gonna retire asa is win lotto or you have the means too but if you have none of these your be tirelessly worrying about life's problems

Looks like a nylon fabric with water repellent treatment and a dubious wicking layer. Might as well wear a woollen layer beneath a more affordable water resistant or waterproof jacket with ventilation zips.

I have one of their valez smocks from almost 30 years ago and that seems to work however my understanding is that the emphasis on Green credentials has changed the nature of the fabrics and the coatings. Since then I have tried two or three Paramo jackets and they have all wetted out and I have had to return them. Goretex also a big fail for me so I tend to avoid that as much as possible and I now use a three season Buffalo shirt with a breathable poncho if it is raining heavily.

I just became sober again, thank heavens. Your video is a brilliant reminder, thank you so much, stay blessed.

I am boss in my house even if you can see the trousers underneath the apron.

I have 3 Paramo jackets (well 1 is a Cioch) and have used them for the past 30 years...most of that in the Lakes (i did all the hills when i lived there including Scafell Pike 4 times, one of which was on my own in winter) and they are without doubt the best jackets for winter, early spring and late autumn, i have never been wet to the skin in one, sure i have been very close a few times, i remember a really torrential day going up Thornthwaite Crag and the jacket had really wetted out and i must admit i was starting to worry, however the rain died off and the jacket eventually dryed out during the rest of the walk, so no problems....... over the years i tried all the rest.... Taslan Gore Tex (kept you dry in most conditions but for the weight in winter it could never match my paramo for warmth, gore-tex is a horrible cold fabric lets be honest)... Triplepoint Ceramic (over heated thus sweated in it quite badly when carrying loads and it couldnt cope with it).... Event Fabric (same as triplepoint ceramic... it couldnt cope with certain conditions and got wet inside, i also had a pair of trousers in it and they eventually leaked at the seams) ... Gore-Tex Pro (i still have an old jacket made of this, which i use as a spare at tmes when the Paramo is a bit too much, and yes will keep you dry, but same problem in winter, no warmth in it what so ever) ive also had jackets in Fjallravens polyester fabric (its name eludes me at the moment) and that performed okay if like a gore-tex jacket your not too bothered about losing warmth compared to a paramo... and man is it expensive. I think of Paramo as a glorified soft shell jacket to be honest, and in that respect it works very well. i say that as well because i think most people know that if you put pressure on a Paramo jacket (like leaning your arm on something) or trousers (like sitting down) when its raining then they will leak (but then again if any seams go on a gore-tex or similar jacket then that will also leak)... so for that reason you need to think how long are you going to be out in your Paramo, is it going to be cold so a paramo gram for gram maybe a better option than a gore-tex for warmth, are you going to be able to keep it clean and let it dry if needs be (long backpacking trips come to mind here) , and so on... or would a gore-tex etc be the best bet?

retired 37 here best thing i ever did.

nothing wrong with retiring early, if you have saved

With regard to Dartmoor wild camping they surely cannot ask you to leave you have a right to be there, I am on the understanding is that they have to prove you have an intention to sleep, so therefore if you dont intend to sleep they can do nothing, I always carry my tarp with me when hiking on dartmoor as I will ofeten pop it up to shelter in heavy rain, maybe for my lunch or to get some dry clothing from my bag, or more seiously if i have injured myself, so having a tarp errected is not an intention to sleep. I would love to hear from anyone with a legal bacground to clarify that.

Currently 50. Plan to retire at 57 to Thailand. 🤞I've worked overseas for the past 25 years. I have a house in the UK but don't call it home. I've kept up my NI payments so will also take the State pension which for now is 67. But who knows what that will become in future. Anyway well done for taking control of, and enjoying your future

Titling your video in this way and stamping FAIL on it has let you down here. If Paramo were such failures, why do mountain rescue recommend them and wear them all over the country? Also, Paramo customer service is brilliant. I've got several of their products including this same jacket and it's never let me down. Your dogs are lovely though!

Like your videos but not everyone has a pension at 50, most have pensions at 60 plus, your fortunate

Walk along the beach and live a slow simple life.. I'd rather die than work 9 to 5..

Me and my wife invested in real estate and saved as much money as we could so we could be finally stable when we got old. My wife was laid off when she was 47 yrs old and didn’t work again. I retired at 48 yrs old and managed my real estate. We both live a modest lifestyle. Life’s too short to be miserable. Retiring early is doable just as long as you don’t live beyond your means.

It's nearly 1 yr since I retired age 61 after 45 years working for DSS then HMRC. Now my mortgage is paid off I can pursue my hobbies and I my missus and I are taking on a puppy in a few weeks time so more than enough to do to stop being bored. Oh and no anxiety or depression linked to pressure at work. Job done

Nice video thanks for posting. I am in my second year and still adjusting in a positive way. I have take up some consulting work for a few months and it actually feels fun as I spend this time away from home and use it as a ‘busman holiday’ learning new things and cultures . I would be interested in how you , keep you days fresh with new experiences? 😊

Of course you can even retire at 7 yrs old if u have millions. But YOU cant collect social security here in America until the minimum age of 62 early retirement.

As a location sound recordist filming in all conditions I have to say my £250 north face summit series goretex shell layer has kept most rain out for about 12 years…and I only re-proofed it a couple of times…not sure what all the fuss is about goretex not working that well…I think it’s the best material ive ever worn for outdoor use and just bought a montane phase XT which will hopefully last another 12 years

Sounds like you’ve got it sussed Eddie👍🏻, I release a pension and dropped to two days a week nearly two years ago best thing I ever did😃

Well done Eddy and thanks for sharing

Is it any good for skiing?

I retired in April this year , loving it

I have an excellent private pension. I don't know what age to do it. Certainly not too late.

Retire early because your body will start failing in your 60/70's. Introverts don't need constant stimulation though & can quite happily stay in and watch UA-cam for long periods.

Even if you live a modest lifestyle, health costs, rampant inflation and other unexpected events can get very expensive.

I’ve done it at 47…years of executive sales within engineering trade plus 20 years at jobs like steelworks and waste water sites.Assets all paid for,home owned,family happy!

Fantastic video, love the spirit and personality…great advice. I’ve more realized all this after 40, and it seems each year I’m enjoying the ‘moment’ more frequently. Maybe it’s the experiences we go through to bring us to these realizations…great for you to share this positive story! Cheers dude!

Very good. This one is on my list👍

Core body temperature should be the real test of any clothing in any conditions. Hypothermia and hyperthermia are the killers, getting wet isnt. People who wear wet suits are soaking wet but they arent freezing cold. Maybe we should be hiking in scuba gear 🤔😂