Well, I reckon we all can appreciate this small nibble of TFW, a real joy in this strangest of years! Good to catch you again. Looking forward to the next adventure. Thanks and cheers.
Always a pleasure to watch your videos. Hopefully your next adventure has more legs but it wouldn’t be much of an adventure if it was all straight forward. Thank you for generously sharing your adventure’s with us it’s very much appreciated
Great video and thank you for sharing. I am going to lighten my summer pack load over winter ready for the upcoming summer season. Some great kit choices
I just found your channel, my best friend and I like hiking in our home of sunny Australia, particularly the Australian alpine region, your videos are just a complete contrast of the environments we hike in, we’ve really enjoyed them. I’ve particularly enjoyed your videos of making your own gear. I hope you’ll get more chance to hike in 2021!
Thanks for all your info guys. Just a quick tip, if the one of you on the right could interrupt less, could be nice. Seem eager to share which is great, and appreciated. But there's a tendency to say your thing about whatever guy on the right starts to talk about, as soon as he starts. So he has to patiently wait. Sharing patience could make things even better! (Guy on left, very admirable patience!)
Thanks again for the insights 😎 Leaving the trail early is never fun (been there, done that), but great to reflect! One comment about the fuel bottles: I would take the labels off and mark them more clearly, so nobody accidentally takes a slug from it.
Hi Guys - great to see you back again! Maybe an idea to check out the Nikwax series of proofing products - footwear, tents & rucksacks, Down Wash and Down Proofer as a way to give all gear a good clean and allow you to set off into the wet weather with maximum repellency! I think small one man tents and tarps are OK if rain is sporadic, but if it is regular and routine I wonder if an extra open sided Tarp just to provide some additional shelter area out front - more weight I know - but makes relentless conditions more bearable... Well done for tackling continuous rain - and even better for coming to a decision to stay safe and call it a day!
Hey guys love the video, had similar issues on Glen Afric was hoping to cross the river and join on the cape wrath south back to Fort William but everything was in spate!
Let me know if u wash it, u have put it into intensive use and if it get back its loft after washing it it would make it the best budget quilt out there! Take care and have good time you two
Thanks for the video chaps! Been watching your GR10 videos. On day 38 currently. Some links to the mentioned products would be wonderful. Found some. Didn't find others.
15:45 that's a good point few reviewers mention. I feel that I would be concerned by that. Did you find some kind of body lotion or method to avoid rough feet?
I started the CWT in mid October this year and the exact same happened to me, I had to step out at Shiel Bridge as the rivers got far too sketchy. It's such a hard decision to make, but you made the right one, safety is so important. Fingers crossed for take 2 in May!
I know this comment doesn't sound nice, I'm so sorry! But have you tried washing and really fluffing the decathlon jackets? I've worn mine both on hikes and just as my everyday jacket for two years now, and it's still good as new after a wash (though the drying process is a bit time consuming - I would just whack mine all over with a ruler when it was half dry, then every hour or so after that), so I'm just surprised it's already so worn down for you! It really makes a world of difference. On the other hand, my OR Helium wet out on the first day I had serious rain on a November GR70, so I'm going to need to figure out what I'm doing wrong, if it worked so well for you!
It would be a good to see how those cheap quilts would feel after a good wash and loft. I've seen a bunch of videos on how to wash down quilts. The most important part is running it on the dryer with some tennis balls to loft the down.
you can get the cicerone guidebook on kindle on your phone :) - nice video - i did the CWT in may 2018 - 7 days of 30 degrees sun and no rain ... such a different experience to other hikes in scotland i have done - but great trail, loved the self navigation and remoteness of the landscape :) - hope you get back some time and complete it
Thanks for providing the debrief video which I requested 👍 Have you listed your gear anywhere online, as I would like to get a few of the items - definitely one of those hats, and also interested in the combined shorts - are they another Decathlon item? Had looked to get the same quilt as you both, but after zero hikes this year (sadly lost my Mum to Covid, and then broke my foot) am looking to save up for a better quality quilt so I can do some winter hikes (lockdown permitting) Anyway thanks again, and I look forward to your next adventure (or kit creation). ATB
I hope that you both (and your family) are well and keeping safe. In anticipation of the end of lockdown (hopefully) in not too many weeks, I have been rewatching some of your videos. Was therefore wondering whether: a) you had any hiking adventure(s) planned for later this year? b) if CJ had used some of lockdown to work on further MYOG projects? c) have you changed any of your gear or made a wishlist ie. what are you replacing your trail runners, sleeping bags and pads with? d) can you post a short upload to let us know how you are both getting on? Thanks & ATB 👍
Next time in the Knoydart go via the interior , if you get to Kinbreak bothy you have the option of ridgewalking to Sgurr na Cliche and decend to Sourlies and then head for Glen Pean or vice versa www.geograph.org.uk/photo/14116
Ah, disappointed you didnt make it. Most people dont. The weather & terraine are a real challenge. May is the best month. It tends to be dry and there are nae midgies!
What were your base pack weights? What brand, model, temperature quilts are you both looking to replace your old ones with? hammockgear.com/economy-burrow-custom/ liteway.equipment/Sleeper-Quilt-750fp sleepingbags-cumulus.eu/uk/categories/sleeping-systems/quilt-250-475151?gid=53&vid=7
Well, I reckon we all can appreciate this small nibble of TFW, a real joy in this strangest of years! Good to catch you again. Looking forward to the next adventure. Thanks and cheers.
Always a pleasure to watch your videos. Hopefully your next adventure has more legs but it wouldn’t be much of an adventure if it was all straight forward. Thank you for generously sharing your adventure’s with us it’s very much appreciated
Great video and thank you for sharing. I am going to lighten my summer pack load over winter ready for the upcoming summer season. Some great kit choices
I just found your channel, my best friend and I like hiking in our home of sunny Australia, particularly the Australian alpine region, your videos are just a complete contrast of the environments we hike in, we’ve really enjoyed them. I’ve particularly enjoyed your videos of making your own gear. I hope you’ll get more chance to hike in 2021!
Thanks for all your info guys. Just a quick tip, if the one of you on the right could interrupt less, could be nice. Seem eager to share which is great, and appreciated. But there's a tendency to say your thing about whatever guy on the right starts to talk about, as soon as he starts. So he has to patiently wait. Sharing patience could make things even better! (Guy on left, very admirable patience!)
Thanks again for the insights 😎 Leaving the trail early is never fun (been there, done that), but great to reflect! One comment about the fuel bottles: I would take the labels off and mark them more clearly, so nobody accidentally takes a slug from it.
Hi Guys - great to see you back again! Maybe an idea to check out the Nikwax series of proofing products - footwear, tents & rucksacks, Down Wash and Down Proofer as a way to give all gear a good clean and allow you to set off into the wet weather with maximum repellency! I think small one man tents and tarps are OK if rain is sporadic, but if it is regular and routine I wonder if an extra open sided Tarp just to provide some additional shelter area out front - more weight I know - but makes relentless conditions more bearable... Well done for tackling continuous rain - and even better for coming to a decision to stay safe and call it a day!
I think all our gear needs a bit if TLC, will check out nikwax 🤟
love your vids. You inspire me. I am quite smitten with the white dyneema pack to be quite honest with you = )
Hey guys love the video, had similar issues on Glen Afric was hoping to cross the river and join on the cape wrath south back to Fort William but everything was in spate!
Hi, thanks guys for all the great adventures you share with us, did you wash your quilt and if yes how do they perform now? Ty
Still haven't washed them, tempted to just buy the cumulus of my dreams...
Let me know if u wash it, u have put it into intensive use and if it get back its loft after washing it it would make it the best budget quilt out there!
Take care and have good time you two
If you wash your down jackets and quilts it will make a massive difference and they will be like new.
Thanks for the video chaps! Been watching your GR10 videos. On day 38 currently.
Some links to the mentioned products would be wonderful. Found some. Didn't find others.
More details here: lighterpack.com/r/mozx1f
Thanks for the video guys, awesome. Would you send me your backpack pattern please. Also, what are those hats you are wearing?
Tiley hats, link to pattern in description of build videos part 1
15:45 that's a good point few reviewers mention. I feel that I would be concerned by that. Did you find some kind of body lotion or method to avoid rough feet?
Hi guys, like your content, anything coming up soon?
Plans for September 🙂
awesome set ups, you make such good stuff. harvey maps make decent xtra ground sheets
So what are you planning this year? I'm missing the TFW adventures.
For ground stick the DAC are very durable and light weight.
Time for a quilt build :)
YES
I started the CWT in mid October this year and the exact same happened to me, I had to step out at Shiel Bridge as the rivers got far too sketchy. It's such a hard decision to make, but you made the right one, safety is so important. Fingers crossed for take 2 in May!
I know this comment doesn't sound nice, I'm so sorry! But have you tried washing and really fluffing the decathlon jackets? I've worn mine both on hikes and just as my everyday jacket for two years now, and it's still good as new after a wash (though the drying process is a bit time consuming - I would just whack mine all over with a ruler when it was half dry, then every hour or so after that), so I'm just surprised it's already so worn down for you! It really makes a world of difference. On the other hand, my OR Helium wet out on the first day I had serious rain on a November GR70, so I'm going to need to figure out what I'm doing wrong, if it worked so well for you!
Will give it a crack, nothing to lose (we've never washed them!)
Do you guys have another adventure planned soon?
Fingers crossed for an alps adventure and maybe a bit of the SW coat path in the UK this summer
It would be a good to see how those cheap quilts would feel after a good wash and loft. I've seen a bunch of videos on how to wash down quilts. The most important part is running it on the dryer with some tennis balls to loft the down.
Recovers quite well, and doesn't come apart in the dryer
you can get the cicerone guidebook on kindle on your phone :) - nice video - i did the CWT in may 2018 - 7 days of 30 degrees sun and no rain ... such a different experience to other hikes in scotland i have done - but great trail, loved the self navigation and remoteness of the landscape :) - hope you get back some time and complete it
Making a mental note of May=CWT
@@twofoolswalking2109 definitely :) mid may is usually the best weather window, combined with no/very few midges
Thanks for providing the debrief video which I requested 👍
Have you listed your gear anywhere online, as I would like to get a few of the items - definitely one of those hats, and also interested in the combined shorts - are they another Decathlon item?
Had looked to get the same quilt as you both, but after zero hikes this year (sadly lost my Mum to Covid, and then broke my foot) am looking to save up for a better quality quilt so I can do some winter hikes (lockdown permitting)
Anyway thanks again, and I look forward to your next adventure (or kit creation). ATB
I should have put this in the description: lighterpack.com/r/mozx1f
Sorry to hear about your mum MuddyDuck, hope you can get out for a hike soon 🤟
I hope that you both (and your family) are well and keeping safe.
In anticipation of the end of lockdown (hopefully) in not too many weeks, I have been rewatching some of your videos.
Was therefore wondering whether:
a) you had any hiking adventure(s) planned for later this year?
b) if CJ had used some of lockdown to work on further MYOG projects?
c) have you changed any of your gear or made a wishlist ie. what are you replacing your trail runners, sleeping bags and pads with?
d) can you post a short upload to let us know how you are both getting on?
Thanks & ATB 👍
Next time in the Knoydart go via the interior , if you get to Kinbreak bothy you have the option of ridgewalking to Sgurr na Cliche and decend to Sourlies and then head for Glen Pean or vice versa
www.geograph.org.uk/photo/14116
Sounds like a good alternative 👍
Ah, disappointed you didnt make it. Most people dont. The weather & terraine are a real challenge. May is the best month. It tends to be dry and there are nae midgies!
Hello, we're Two Fools Sitting On The Sofa like everyone else in 2020... :)
Will you give the cwt another try?
maybe... Probably as a side quest rather than a big summer hike though
What were your base pack weights? What brand, model, temperature quilts are you both looking to replace your old ones with? hammockgear.com/economy-burrow-custom/ liteway.equipment/Sleeper-Quilt-750fp sleepingbags-cumulus.eu/uk/categories/sleeping-systems/quilt-250-475151?gid=53&vid=7
I was 3.5kgs, not sure about fin. Got my eyes on a zero degree cumulus/katabatic palasade
Hope you've dried those tents out by now lol
Only just!
* Two fools siting 😉