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104's Unplugged
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Car Camping, Hiking, Cooking and Vlogging!
My non-techie channel where videos contain stuff like car camping, hiking, holidays, projects, reviews, food and Vlogs! Not monetised or sponsored in any way!
My non-techie channel where videos contain stuff like car camping, hiking, holidays, projects, reviews, food and Vlogs! Not monetised or sponsored in any way!
Going over the top in Mid Wales! - walk, talk and steak!
If you visit Fforest Fields, do try to head up the hills for a real Mid Wales experience! Although a bit warm for me this time, I head up over the hills during the evening for a bit of chat and, the next evening I cook a nice steak and noodles for tea!
Some may not agree with some of my views, but that's the way it goes!
For some reason, the audio didn't record for the steak cooking, hence the music and I had to add the frying sounds during edit (realistic though - that steak sizzled like a good 'un!).
Some may not agree with some of my views, but that's the way it goes!
For some reason, the audio didn't record for the steak cooking, hence the music and I had to add the frying sounds during edit (realistic though - that steak sizzled like a good 'un!).
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Off-Grid Solo Car Camping! - Does the Hard Work Pay Off? (no talking)
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In this no-talking video, watch me do the hard work of setting up the no-build/pop-up Citroen Berlingo for a few days of solo car camping at Fforest Fields and then cook some lovely pork belly before sitting back with a beer or two! This time, I set up a solar panel for the complete off-grid experience at a spot on the far edge of the site away from others. All video taken using an old iPhone 7...
No-Build Berlingo Car Camping - where it's at after 40 nights away!
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Update on the 'no-build' Berlingo after somewhere around 40 nights away in it since last Autumn. This time, I've deployed solar power and a field kitchen as we head to peak holiday season here in the UK. I had to use AI to clean up the audio a bit in this video due to wind noise.
Had to have an op, but back out now and enjoying the weather! Short Vlog
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Short, but sweet, video with some chat and some lovely rain in a local woodland!
Escaping the B.S - Solo Bliss in Mid Wales!
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It's raining B.S here in the UK as we head towards the General Election, so I decided to escape for a few days to my favoured location in Mid Wales. This video has been heavily edited as I no longer video everything I do whilst away. As of July 2024, this channel is not monetised, contains no sponsored content and I ask for nothing from the viewers. Site is Fforest Fields in Mid Wales.
From the Archive! - Fforest Fields, a Welsh Winter Mongolian Yurt Experience (2020)
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Due to a reorganisation of my content, this is a re-upload from my other channel with the original video being uploaded in Feb 2020. Some features and facilities may have changed since this video was made. Two winter nights in Mid Wales at the Fforest Fields campsite in a Mongolian-style yurt in this no-talking video. A little wet and windy at times, but plenty of food and drink on offer, which...
Back in Mid Wales before it all kicks off!
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Once again I find myself wandering the hills of Mid Wales here in the UK. I never seem to tire of this place and find new places to see each and every time I visit. Some variable weather this time for my visit at the end of April 2024 - as always, Fforest Fields campsite is a great place to stay!
Mid Wales - Natural Therapy Fixed My Pain!
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Back once again to the lovely Fforest Fields campsite in the pop-up Citroen Berlingo for a few days hiking around the hills and perhaps meeting up with the ancestors! Food was make-do, mainly microwave, stuff this time and had to overcome a fair bit of pain, but I found an amazing natural cure!
Camp Berlingo - Winter Car Camping at Fforest Fields in Mid Wales!
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Another enjoyable few days in Mid Wales at the Fforest Fields campsite. Variable weather, hearty food, good hiking and even a real fire to keep the spirits up on a cold night! Learning all the time as far as getting my 'pop-up' Citroen Berlingo car camper how I want it but having spent over 20 nights away in it now, it's working out well indeed! #carcamping #berlingo #wales #midwales
Camp Berlingo - Cooking Sukiyaki (Japanese Hotpot) in the car! It's so easy!
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Simple, adaptable and warming winter meal made from whatever you have to hand - may I present to you, the Japanese Sukiyaki! (it's easy to do!). #japan #japanese #japanesefood #sukiyaki
Camp Berlingo - Winter Car Camping in Wales (no talking)
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Relaxing no-talking video suitable for all languages and countries! First outing of 2024 in my 2008 'no-build' Citroen Belingo camper. Once again at the Fforest Fields campsite in mid Wales. Hovering around zero degrees C down in the campsite, but well below freezing on the top of the hills (probably with the wind chill factor, somewhere around -12c). Despite the conditions, a relaxed camp with...
Vlog - Tribute to my Working Class Ancestor. A Hard Life.
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The story of my Grandfather Elwyn, a south Wales miner born circa 1900. Maybe the "good old days" were good for some, but weren't for working class people back then.
Winter Glamping and Hiking in Dorset - a Voyage of Discovery
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Five nights away in a Camping Pod in Dorset on the south coast of England. Cosy setup, decent winter-orientated food and some good walks! See below regarding the mystery finds discovered during my coastal walks: 1. The 'big trig' points were apparently navigation beacons. 2. The sculptures in the fireplaces are works done in the 1980s as part of Common Ground’s New Milestones project. 3. Llewel...
Vlog - Mid Wales Again! Ramblings From Camp Berlingo. December 2023
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Rum and ramblings from the back of my Citroen Berlingo whilst staying in Mid Wales during the Winter of 2023.
Basecamp Berlingo - Low Cost Car Camp Setup!
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Basecamp Berlingo - Low Cost Car Camp Setup!
Car Camping Mid Wales November 2023 - VLOG 3
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Car Camping Mid Wales November 2023 - VLOG 3
Car Camping Mid Wales November 2023 - VLOG 2
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Car Camping Mid Wales November 2023 - VLOG 2
Car Camping Mid Wales November 2023 - VLOG 1
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Car Camping Mid Wales November 2023 - VLOG 1
104 does Mid Wales - 7-Day Glamping, Eating and Walking Epic!
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104 does Mid Wales - 7-Day Glamping, Eating and Walking Epic!
104 on War - All I'm Saying is Give Peace a Chance
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104 on War - All I'm Saying is Give Peace a Chance
OMG! - it's sunny in Wales, so testing out some solar kit!
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OMG! - it's sunny in Wales, so testing out some solar kit!
Introvert Goes Glamping and Walking in Dorset!
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Introvert Goes Glamping and Walking in Dorset!
Safari Tent at Bracelands Campsite (Forest of Dean July 2023)
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Safari Tent at Bracelands Campsite (Forest of Dean July 2023)
Highlands End Dorset - Premier Camping Pod 2023
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Highlands End Dorset - Premier Camping Pod 2023
Autumn Glamping in Mid Wales - this is another level!
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Autumn Glamping in Mid Wales - this is another level!
Autumn in Forest Camping Pod - Possibly the Best Short Ribs Ever!
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Autumn in Forest Camping Pod - Possibly the Best Short Ribs Ever!
Brean Down Walk and Fort - Time to Preserve Our WW2 War History?
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Brean Down Walk and Fort - Time to Preserve Our WW2 War History?
Same here extreme nightowl. Enjoy your vids 👍 just got a Partner. Peugeot that is, plan similar.
Good stuff - best thing I've done in a long time and we're now heading into my favourite time of year! All the best.
Aloha
Greetings - hello there!
Good man!! It's a beautiful part of the world, and I think you might need to move there!?! I most certainly intend to move there, so no doubt we'll cross paths at some point bud.
It's lovely over there and I do feel at home there (as can be seen by the repeated visits!). There are plans to pepper the area with solar farms, wind turbines and pylons (plans that are being resisted by the locals), so we must make the most of what we've got there before it's gone. In addition, with possible relaxed green belt planning regs and good internet connectivity now, I can see a large increase in the population of mid Wales soon as many make the move over from the English Midlands. If I was a younger and had less responsibilities, I think I'd head to Shetland Isles, Faroe Isles, Iceland or similar. Cheers.
Another brilliant Vid Gary. Love (and totally agree with) your comments about the Brecon Beacons at 6:35. Keep on keeping on - The mighty 104.
Just chucked this one together mainly so I don't forget the whole trip! Anything govt. stick their noses into seldom end well! Cheers.
Nice relaxed ramble this one, lovely sunset too. Even though it’s not the channel for radio, maybe worth showing what you do bring along and antennas etc 👍
I chat to myself all the time anyway, so I might as well record some of it and upload it to YT! Videos like these hardly get any views, but they're like a video diary and if I don't record a trip, I've a tendency to forget it ever happened, so worth doing! Should be heading over to the Brecon Beacons in September, so some radio action back again soon! Cheers.
That steak looked delicious 😋
It was nice! Just season and sear then sliced up and cooked in butter (nice to add some garlic to the butter, but had none with me this time). Went well with the fried onions, noodles and sweet chilli sauce.
Mate great video. Love ya set up. Have a Hyundai i20, smaller than your wheels but would love to get out and sleep in the car and do something similar. ... subscribed, keep up the good work fella 👍
Thanks matey! Give it a go with the i20, you might be able to make it work! All the best.
Ich musste an mary popping denken. XD. Und so manches ist aus der Kategorie „Dinge die die Welt nicht braucht“😅
I have a similar set up and I use an awning from Redcote Leisure just fits over the tail gate lift up roof with 4 pegs to keep in place on the ground sheet comes in a bag and very small and lightweight I highly recommend it as not so bulky.
Thanks for the heads-up - they've got some good micro-camper kit on there and will certainly go for one of hose awnings when my gazebo finally gives up the ghost!
setting up is part of the fun gary wouldn't you agree :) got everything covered there i think, looking good 👍
I certainly agree, but it's not for everyone it seems! I'm as happy as Larry in there - I could stay in there indefinitely really. Cheers
Can't believe I've only just seen this Vid. I LOVE these 'silent' story videos. Bloody epic. The Mighty 104. Cheers to you ad the Missus G.
This is a re-upload from my other channel from a few years back and could be the first no-talker we did. We'd had a rough 5 years and were drinking a fair bit to calm the stress (and it worked!). Cheers.
Many thanks Gary. Cheers, Sky.
Glad you found it of interest - had a few questions about it. All the best!
@@104s_Unplugged yes, I was one of them Gary. Thanks bud. 🇮🇲
and..... relax :D
Sitting down with that beer was the most authentic bit of video ever - I'd forgotten the camera was even running!
Always love your videos G, You're looking very well indeed.
Cheers matey - I abstained from drinking for a while, but back on it now and feeling much better for it!
@@104s_Unplugged Dude, i tried it too ... abstain and I'll feel better.. nope. we gotta get together again. Keep on keeping on G.
@@pilgrimoutdoors-uk6177 - they say that by drinking you're self-medicating but, to me, it's a pretty good medication - what's the alternative? (heavy prescription meds?). I am quitting spirits, but sticking with a few beers of an evening. I thinking about giving Coco's wildcamping a try in Mid Wales - probably in September - shoot on over if you like. Cheers.
Glad you're back on your feet again G. All the very best mate.
Cheers matey - a few bits starting to go south now I'm 56!
@@104s_Unplugged Im only a couple of years behind. i'ts just a number, my brother. You're doing great.
@@pilgrimoutdoors-uk6177 - my back and knees didn't get the memo, but not bad for 56! Cheers.
Absolutely bloody love this set up! Bit of Shipyard and Boondoggle..Classic. Hope you're well, dude. 🤙
£9 for six assorted beers at Sainsburys at the moment!
@@104s_Unplugged Cannot go wrong!
Where did you get the gazebo?
Hi, gazebo was an eBay buy back in 2017 - £33 at the time and it's a 2.5m x 2.5m.
Hi Gary, Another fine video from you sir. What size is that gazebo you use? Do you have any problems going on to campsites with a vehicle that is not a proper camper or motorhome? I've seen some videos saying that some campsites don't allow self-build vans or vans like yours or estate cars used to sleep in. I believe some sites don't allow awnings or gazebos, have you came across any of these sites.? Cheers, Sky.
Hi Sky - gazebo is 2.5m x 2.5m. Indeed some sites to prohibit car camping and vans (especially sign written ones), but I always check out the terms and conditions of a site before going. Some don't allow gazebos or charge extra for them. Generally I avoid sites like these, but the Durdle Door site is quite strict, so that was the reason I booked the pod when I was there last Winter. Just in case though I do have a small tent that I could set up next to the car - I could sleep in that, or pretend that I am, and stealth it in the motor ;)
Hi everyone - did another 'no-talking' video from Camp Berlingo again this time! Some say it looks hard work to get set up, but sit back and watch me do the hard work! I do get a reward or two at the end though!
The way you booted that kitchen carry bag out the way made me laugh :D How did you find the solar set up, was there enough power to last your stay? All the best mate
Solar was great - I ran the phone (used as an Internet Hotspot), the tablet and ran the cooler (on 'ECO' mode during the day). By the end of it all after 3 nights away, the power bank was on 100% charge. It was sunny that week though with input as high as 45w at times. Cheers.
I'm liking the Berlingo more and more, out of interest how tall a person do you think could comfortably sleep in the back with the seat moved forward?
I reckon 6ft max with the seat fully forward. Berlingo is great and nicer to drive than my old Doblo, but I reckon the Doblo had more space due to it's more boxy rear design.
Great run down of your set up, good to see the solar is out doing its thing. Interesting the Allpowers unit didn't work out. You mentioned the Hopwinn is 200 odd watts, do you know what size Ah the battery is? Even though i've made my own, I do quite fancy the Ecoflow Delta 2...
Perhaps I got a Friday night one, but the Allpowers has been disappointing - not saying all reviews are biased, but perhaps a lesson in not listening too much to YT reviews from folk who've been given stuff for free. The Hopwinn has a 288wh battery - it's Ok, but it's a LiPo (Lithium Polymer) not a LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) so, in theory, not as safe and won't last as long. I too fancy the Ecoflow Delta 2 and a 200w solar panel - with something like that, I could power things like a electric blanket etc. all night.
@@104s_Unpluggeda good channel to watch is by Will Prowse, he rates the Delta 2. Seems pretty genuine and tears down units to see what’s inside 👍
@@The_Last_Post - it's a big shout whether I need something that big or do I go for something smaller, but from a quality manufacturer.
You have a great set up and the site looks good. Would you be able to share the location please.
Hi - it's Fforest Fields in Mid Wales (I've done a few videos from there recently including the Yurts they have there). Great site and well worth a visit.
@@104s_Unplugged Thank you.
A tip for you for your autumn camping those travel blankets your using as curtsins you can replace with the 12v heated throws work to keep chill off and as a curtain double win win
Heated curtains sound good!
@@104s_Unplugged there cheep too lol
fantastic kit. i use large wipes from tesco. about a quid 50 a pack but they are about 1ft square and great for washing/cleaning. for the colder nights have you seen the electric floor mats/pet mats/foot warmers... they come in all sizes and shapes and 12v or usb powered and different names... they may eat the batteries but put one on the floor and turn it on for 15mins befor bed and you will be toasty :D i have usb electric hand warmers and a small usb electric blanket. i say blanket but its big enough to use as a seat pad but would be great to put under your hips or chest and it will run for hours of a usb battery bank. looks like you have more gear than you need, im the same with 2 stoves in the car and more lights than i will ever need and 6 cups lol
Nice to hear from you matey! I do take a lot of stuff, but I've never been one to travel light unless I have to! Whether I go away for a couple of days or a couple of weeks, it's all in there - just add food and water. Last winter I did use the site electric hookup and it was great to have a heated throw and electric heater - I was hoping the power station I bought would run the throw on a low setting, but it was useless - I think for this winter, I might go for a decent power station like a EcoFlow Delta 2 instead of buying cheap stuff (having said that, that little power gen and solar panel worked great this time). Cheers.
Looks good mate
I'm totally happy in there matey - looking forward to the Autumn and Winter.
@@104s_Unpluggedsee tip I just posted
Don't you take any Radios with you
Total radio dead-zone around there - I've tried CB, 446 and Meshtastic and not a peep out of any of them! Cheers.
Glad to hear your back to full health Gary and out in mother nature in all her glory, what's not to like. Get a brew on!
Full health is a bit too much to ask nowadays, but at least the bit they operated on is Ok now! It'll be good to get a brew on from the woods - has to be in bad weather though!
"Doesnt matter who you vote for, the government always gets in"
I emptied the contents of my portaloo yesterday after a few days away and what came out did remind me of Govt.
@@104s_Unplugged almost always blue and full of s**t!😆
You need a kelly kettle, for walks in the wood they work even in the rain
Sounds a plan - I used to enjoy a brew and some grub on a hexi stove a few years back!
@104s_Unplugged yeah it's kind of cool when you cook on a device that isint gas. I have a bcb crusader kit mk1 and it's brilliant fun
@@chucky2316 - I'm pretty sure I've got a Eastern European military cookset buried in the storage unit somewhere - it'll be a good craic to get it out again!
Get better soon
Fully recovered from the Op now - cheers!
Lovely part of the world, we usually go Llangollen / Bala lake area....bit further north
I really must head more north this Autumn and Winter - still so much to see in Wales! Cheers.
@@104s_Unplugged yeh, I realised that I have these places on my doorstep and I don't go. Planning on getting out more this year.
Enjoyed your Vlog in Wales.. Beautiful countryside. Loved the Heaven track.🎵 Enjoy the bliss for the next few days...🚐👏👏☘
Thank you - I really like that area and positive feedback on the videos is always most welcome!
Brilliant Video
Thank you very much!
Looks like a really well organised set up 👍 enjoy the good times 😊
Probably up around 40 nights away in it since last Autumn and it's doing the job! Cheers.
I like Burgundy red wines and Cask Ales.I drink them because I like the taste. NOT to get drunk. During the week I usually have alcohol free beers (often brewdog). for me its a case of why are you having a drink? If it's because you NEED a drink , then no. If its because I fancy a drink but it can wait? then yes. I make sure it's not every time I have a drink(the local Spoons knows me more for drinking gallons of coffee rather then beer! lol).
Much the same - I do enjoy wine with food and it's been a very long time since I've been drunk. Having said that, I have and still do self-medicate to a certain extent with alcohol to combat stress and anxiety from which I've had plenty of over the years - had I gone to the docs years back, I may well have been prescribed things like Diazepam and/or Lithium so, on balance, I think some alcohol is possibly the lesser evil. All the best and thanks for the interesting comment.
Lovely video thank you. Just subb'd
Thank you very much!
Gonna have to try this site the walks look good . Cheers Gary
Superb site and the walks are great too no matter what season of the year it is!
A nice little sneaky trip away. I see some campsites don't allow gazebos, do you know why? I was going to huy a Gorilla Gazebo....any views on them Gary? Cheers, Sky.
Some sites are strict indeed - with gazebos, I can only guess they're scared that they'll blow away and cause damage. I see other sites charge extra for putting up one, so I don't go to those sites! That one of mine was the cheapest on eBay years ago, but it just keeps going, although I'd like something better too (something like a car shelter/awning would be better suited to my setup). Just had a look at the Gorilla - looks good, especially with the side panels!
That's why I gonna invest in a rooftop tent 😀
RTTs are Ok for an overnight I guess, but it's basically a bunk bed and rather a cumbersome thing to have on the roof. Clamshell the best I reckon, but might as well pitch a tent next to the vehicle and save a heap of cash. Each to their own though. Cheers.
Hi Gary, Well, what can I say, another bit of great escapism from you sir! I take it Mrs 104 was with you on this trip. I tell you what, you don't half live well when you are away, you have it down to a T. I'm heading to the North of the Netherlands towards the end of August and am driving in my Sprinter Traveliner and staying in a campsite. The Sprinter is setup as a "WAV" but I bought a couple of Disc-O-Beds and have the capability for a hookup. I have a couple of single burner gas camping stoves similar to you and electric kettle, toaster, stove top kettle, lights etc. I was thinking of buying a 2 hotplate electric hob to give me the option. Can you recommend any particular ones or types that you would buy yourself please? Keep the videos coming Gary. All the best, Sky.
Hi Sky - I'm moving a few videos over from my other channel, so this one dates back a few years! We'd had a rough few years back then, so quite a bit of drinking and I've lost a few pounds since then!. Sounds a nice roadtrip down through the Netherlands and, as for the hob, I'd go for a dual induction hob with a decent set of induction-compatible pots and pans. Loads on eBay from about £60, but when using, watch the rating of the campsite electric hookup - some are only 5A/6A and a double electic hob can pull 13A on max. All the best.
@@104s_Unplugged Hi Gary, many thanks for your reply and advice on the electric hob...I will act on your advice. Keep up the good work. Cheers, Sky.
Sorry but it looks like torture....
As is often said, "all folks be different". Some like posh hotels, sitting on a beach in hot weather or perhaps enjoy large social gatherings but, to me, those activities would be torture. For me, walking the hills of Wales, often in bad weather, and then coming back to my own little space and hunkering down for the night is heaven.
I enjoyed every minuet of that, Thank You.
Thank you - pleased to hear you enjoyed the video!
I'm exhausted watching this....
It's Ok - I don't need an help setting up!
I like your knowledge, wit, and honesty Gary. Thanks for sharing. Well done with the recent weight loss. 👍
Thank you - positive feedback certainly fuels the enthusiasm to keep it going! Cheers.
Just got back this morning from a sunrise walk up Pen y Fan. It must be a year + since I was up there last. The Storey Arms car park has completely changed! I started off just after 3am, 15-20mins later I noticed the first head torch coming out of the carpark below me - no way I was letting them catch me despite my huffing and puffing. There was one chap camping up top, but around 50 people joined me whilst the sun was rising. Back home now after a 4hr drive back. Legs were shaking like a leaf on the way down....I'll be feeling it tomorrow. Sometimes ignorance is bliss, but if you do feel the need to delve deeper, look into Sodium Nitrate additive in cured meats. I would still demolish those hotdogs you cooked even with this knowledge. Well done with the weight loss, its hard to get it off. Stay safe up there 👍
Good work - it's a relentless slog up Pen Y Fan for sure! Must admit I've not been up there for years since I saw the cars parked all up the road outside during the pandemic. There is a nice route up around Waun Rydd - long but quiet! Food chain is terrible - anything from plastic pellets in fish to re-purposed industrial bi-products used in foods. Sometimes it's best not to know, but I have stopped buying smoked bacon, and the like, due to the toxins in the smoke they use - looked like a shortcut to getting the Big C! All the best.
You bother with Radios anymore?
Hi - just put a Vlog up on my UKCBTV channel about it - main reason is I come to this location often and even though it's 1500ft up, it's an absolute dead-zone for radio! Should be back up the Black Mountains soon, so that'll fix it! Cheers.
evening Gary:) yep love spam but never boiled it 🤔 or any other kind of meat tbh but I will take ya word for it :) grub did actually look nice that mac cheese . weather been like thst fir months here and only now starting to get a bit better. yea definitely dinner and tea time and like yourself I'm usually up all night and miss breakfast 😂 I would have to magnet fish thoes ponds! stay safe bud 👍
10pm to 4am are my best hours and the only time I'll see a sunrise is if I'm still up from the night before! Like the magnet fishing idea and will deffo give that a try next time!
Keeping it real , looking forward to my first camping trip this year in my berlingo . I usually go for one nighters after a hike and always take some spam 😉. Enjoy your video's thanks for sharing.
The perfect combination! - all the best!
Great video chap!! A quick note...the best Soy sauce around is available at Costco...£7 for 2L as I remember....don't tell anyone else mind...