OEX PHOXX II EXTREME WEATHER |GLENCOE........Did it survive?
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- Опубліковано 17 кві 2023
- Hi Guys.....
I hope you are all fit and well !!!
Join me on this adventure where I battle with mother nature on a summit in Glencoe.
BBC weather and mountain weather forecast predicted 10mph wind and light rain. the reality was very different indeed.
this was the worst conditions I have ever camped un and the Phoxx II was really pushed to its limits.
see how the story unfolds.
Thanks for watching and I look forward to reading your comments as usual
ATB
Simon
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I used the PHOXX 2 when I did my first wild camp on Pike O Blisco, I too had bad weather, (50mph winds and rain) the tent withstood everything Mother Nature threw at it! It was still standing solid in the morning.
Absolutely solid bit of kit mate pleased it saw you through the night. Nice place to camp too BTW....thanks for watching ATB Simon
I wouldn't ever rely on a weather forecast as past experience shows they are often wrong, camping in the open without any wind breaks around is a recipe for disaster unless you have a storm tent, I have a old Vango force 10 which would have been fine in those conditions only problem is it weighs about 13 lbs, Your plan to bale was wise and you were well equipped with gear and knowledge, A pint afterwards job done! Even yesterday the rain was torrential but the 8000 h/h jacket kept me dry, The two lads on the walk without waterproofs I hope you had a nice hot bath when home! Moto is don't rely on forecasts and carry a rain coat! Good video mate! Cheers Mark!
Thanks for watching Mark much appreciated mate. Agree with everything u said the forecasts are rubbish.... thus one came out of nowhere and knew it was time. Thankfully I know the area and the terrain and my nav is good. Could have been very different for inexperienced campers. Pleased u enjoyed it mate ATB Simon
Got this tent and yeah plan on using it in Scotland next month 😁
Absolutely class tent !!! I've used mine for years and been awesome . Enjoy your adventures 👍🏴 thanks for watching ATB Simon
A good rule of thumb is "It's important to know when to push on, but it's even more important to know when to stop."
This is gonna be one to remember, what an adventure!
Absolutely agree....I'm all for pushing myself but safety has to come first. Thanks for watching much appreciated 👍 ATB Simon
Hi. BEAUTIFUL. SCENERIES. AMAZING. CAMPING. LANDSCAPE.
Hi.... thanks for watching much appreciated 👍 I agree it's a fantastic place ATB Simon
Very good watch, for me I’m new to wildcamping but some very good advice there. I’ve subscribed and looking forward to the next one already 👍
Hi Geoffrey thanks for watching much appreciated 👍. Welcome to the wildcamping community mate ull be hooked for life. Pleased you enjoyed the vid....plenty more to come ATB Simon
Familiar accent ! Not sure why this channel isn’t blowing up with views / subs with the perfect cinematic / editing and perfect topics for videos!
Thanks mate appreciate it pleased you enjoyed the video 👊 thanks for watching ATB Simon
Holy moly I knew it was gonna be a windy one from your insta posts. ‘Hunker it down cos it’s bomb proof ‘ 😮 The words are ringing in me ears. You’re hard as nails ye lad !!!!
Last time I was in middle of Rannoch Moor I cried like a babbie 😂. You couldn’t get a pin under that tent it was that close to the ground.
Them gloves look mint . Proppa game changer 🎉.
Phew thank the lord you bailed I was shouting abort abort abort 😂. Glad you got down safe Simon. Another stunning video xxx I’ve stayed at the muthu a few times. Cheap as chips it is. Great tips too for safety 🎉
Bless ya emz thanks for watching it was a bit mental but ended well 😅....pint and a comfy bed lol. Love this area I'll be back to this spot again very soon xx
Nice one mate , thanks for the shout out. Glad it turned out all well 👍👍
Appreciate u checking in mate thanks for watching it was a bit of a mental night but all ended very well 🤣🏴👌
The A82 to Glencoe - one of my absolute favourite places on earth! Weather high up can be so different to base ground level. I've had a fun night near there with insane winds, barely slept but my tent held up well. Glad you made it back safely and early enough to book a hotel. Finding your way back in pitch dark and poor conditions can be so much more challenging than you'd imagine.
It's an Incredible place isn't it....I'm with you there it's one of my favs too. It has its own weather system I swear . Sounds like you had a crazy night too. Pleased your tent held up like u say bailing can be way more tricky than first thought. Thanks for watching ATB Simon
Great video. Bailing out is always a tough call, to get of out a warm sleeping bag into the dark in a howling gale to start packing kit away takes clarity of thought and a certain determination. Never easy 👍
Thanks mate appreciate it 👍 yeah have to be sensible in these conditions. .. get packed up ASAP and like you say keep your head and nerve. Thanks for watching ATB Simon
Absolutely cracking vid buddy 👍 really down to earth and very informative, Also top shout with your Advice regarding knowing your gears limits, too many people ignore that fact and end up in poo central, your the first guy to Highlight that fact and demonstrated perfectly in your vid, I've subscribed to your channel and look forward to watching your next video 👍
Hi mate thanks for watching and taking the time to sub and comment much appreciated 👍. It's such an important point....I'd just seen news that some wildcampers had to be rescued in Glencoe due to being ill prepared and caught out. Safety has to come first. ATB Simon
Top notch mate. Bloody windy mind but you love the phoxx 😂
It's phoxxy mate..... that would be an awesome pitch in Nice weather mate 👍🏴
Just bought the Phoxx 2 v 2 fella and also found your channel which I’ve subscribed to. Gateshead lad loving these videos. Keep up the good work.
Ah mate the trusty phoxx II is awesome 👌.... propper bit of kit and bang for ya buck too. I love mine mate used it for years and still sweet. Thanks to watching and subscribing hope you enjoy the vids 👍 us geordies stuck together man 👊 ATB Simon
There's never any shame in bailing if you're not happy with it 👌 It looked and sounded pretty hairy! Hotel + pint = night saved! Bet that tasted good! 😎 Another top Yonder Mountain Adventure. Roll on the next one! ATB, James.
No shame at all my mate. The tent wasn't up to the task in hand. Was a great night slept like a baby. Thanks for watching my mate appreciate the support 👊 next one is a mega peaceful camp....talk about contrast ATB Simon
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES I've always thought the Phoxx looked like it would take some serious abuse but I think it met its match there that night! Some big winds there and much better to head down before it got too late. This wild camping game certainly gives us some varied experiences!
@@joinmeoutdoors I must admit mate I thought it would manage..... it was the gusts that did it ! Too much flex despite being pitched correctly. Still bomber mate and I paid £50 a couple of years ago if memory serves me well
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES Everything has its limits 👍 (I won't tell anyone you just wanted an excuse for a comfy bed and a pint!!)
@@joinmeoutdoors 🤣🤣🤣🤣 my secret safe with u mate
Your guy lines are pulling to the side rather than away from the others, the guy's should always pull against :) amazing video and a brave person as solo camping is a scary thing.
Thanks for watching much appreciated pleased u enjoyed it 👍👍👍 ATB Simon
Great video pal. Stunning scenery, shame about the wild weather but as you said, safety first!
Always safety first my mate the tent wasn't up to that like. Thanks for watching mate ATB Simon
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES Lets hope you have better luck next time, eyy!
I have the same tent. It's never let me down. I've been in similar conditions with it, too. Great video, new subscriber here 👍
It's a great shelter iv used it for a few year now in all kinds of conditions it's class. Appreciate u watching and thanks for the sub. New vid out next week !! 🏴 ATB Simon
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES Love the videos, definitely watching my way through 👌
@@TheFlexTapes awesome pleased u like them 😀👍
@@TheFlexTapes I'm going to check ur channel too 👍👍👍
@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES Always good to watch others bud. I'm new to the wild camping but it's definitely got me hooked 👌 😊
Wat a fantastic vid mate. Invest in a hilleberg soulo. Yes there 1k new but worth every penny. Stay safe fella
Thanks Jason much appreciated 👍👍👍. Aye hillie is the one like I'll remortgage 🤣🤣🤣 thanks for watching ATB Simon
You can't beat an accomodating receptionist, nod nod wink wink say no more. Lol
🤣🤣🤣🤣 not that accommodating 🤣🤣🤣.
Hi nice scenery looks too cold for us old timers though I could do with a bit
Hi.... thanks for watching much appreciated....I agree it was too cold 🥶 and stormy !! Looking forward to warmer months coming soon ATB Simon
You probably would have had to bail regardless, but would it have been better if you pitched the tent pointing in the opposite direction, with the narrow end facing the wind?
Thanks for watching 👍. When I pitched the tent this was the best place to be but the storm came in very quickly with changing wind direction....by that point I knew it was time to call it. Your absolutely right tho pitch with the narrow end into the wind. ATB Simon
Nice one Simon 👍
Good decision mate ✊
Thanks Jimmy....aye was time to go !!! Your camp looked awesome BTW 👌 fantastic spot u had !!!!
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES Cheers mate 👍 Aye it was a goodun 🤝
If you can spare a moment - when you say the integrity of the shelter was severely compromised, what specifically was failing? Given the low profile, I'd have expected it to perform quite well - though it would be better if the poles were a heavier gauge...
The pitch started off great with low end facing the wind but as the night wore on the wind changed direction and the higher pole took a battering. The gusts of wind caused the pole to bend in on the tent. I have used this in strong winds before and was fine so maybe wind direction / gusts made it less capable on this occasion. Thanks for watching ATB Simon
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES This is why I generally prefer trekking pole tents if I'm going lightweight into exposed terrain. Bendy poles can get overwhelmed by wind, especially on the cheaper brands. Trekking poles are very much stronger. As you say, if you're going to take inexpensive gear above the treeline you have to be realistic about its limitations. But with our mountain forecasts being so unreliable, this isn't always realistic...
@@tullochgorum6323 good point.... iv also been caught out with trekking pole tents too but I think the forecasts are so inaccurate and inevitably can get caught in much worse conditions than expected. Always safety first.... think you're right though..... prefer a trekking pole tent 👍
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES Lightweight tents are always a compromise. But as a last resort we always have the option of dropping the tent around us burrito style - we'll get damp with condensation but we'll survive the night and the shelter will be undamaged. Only had to do this once in 50 years of wild camping but it's a good option to keep in mind.
@@tullochgorum6323 absolutely mate ! 👌 50 years of wildcamping will certainly give you plenty experience that's for sure....
Class mate 👍, would you recommend the phoxx v2? Thinking of picking 1 up, give me little bobcat a break. Cheers buddy 🙌.
Fairly exposed out there bro, ya made the right call man 1000%, mental how quick the weather snaps up clencoe 😮, mint seeing someone responsible that knows the score tho 👌, many would of ended up in the bog 😅 ATB
Hi mate .... yeah the phoxx II is a solid bit of kit. Not the most spacious but i definitely rate it. Completely waterproof and sturdy mate 👌. Thanks for watching mate much appreciated....yeah that was one of those situations where I had to be sensible experience prevailed 👍 ATB Simon
@@YONDERMOUNTAINADVENTURES no worries lad great content 👍
Just ordered me phoxx, guna have a few test sessions with it around Durham then get out on the moors, some great spots up Allendale/ Alston way, usually where a head off.
ATB davy
@@davt8615 get in Davy..... I'm sure ull love it. U can get really hunkered down in that thing like mate enjoy ATB Simon
Pitching in extreme weather inner tent gets soaked?
I remained Dry inside the phoxx.... despite the weather. 👍