Hi James. Enjoyed watching the videos and your journey thus far. Not just as a bagger, but the video presentations and your mountain skils, too. Thought you might have saved this one until last.
Loving your channel: after countless decades looking at Ben More from various angles - mainly Iona - we finally picked the perfect day and I climbed it with my daughter - only the 2nd munro I've ever done a few years back. If ever you get the chance to do this on a crystal clear day, do it - the views of the whole of the West Coast up to Skye, down to Arran Jura and Islay, and out to the Western Isles is absolutely fabulous. Better luck next time!!
For someone who has enjoyed the Scottish Hills, I have been to Mull several times, enjoyed it's hospitality and have never climbed Ben More. I have however competed in the 1978 and 1979 Tour of Mull motor rallies. Awesome event and a very special place in my heart.
Lovely James. The exact same happened to me. It was clear at the bottom and then overcast with no views at the top then clear at the bottom again. As you said it’s a long way to go for one Munro. Good luck with the remaining few 👍🏻
Nice one James. Lovely start to the walk with great views. Great content as always. Good to see you in cloud and clag at last! 😅 . Just make sure you pick a clear day for An Tellach. Looking forward to that one. Cheers, Ozzy.
Awesome video! 😍Hiking up Ben More on Mull must have been a great adventure, especially being the only Munro on the island. The views from the summit look amazing. Thanks for sharing your journey - really a nice video! Cheers, Simon - Tales From Abroad
Another great video James. It's a shame that the weather changed at the top with the clag in, but that's Scotland for you. Look forward to the next one.
An epic travel and great footage as always. Only 15 to go. Enjoy them as they come, but remember going on them for the second time I found was more rewarding with less pressure. So savour the moments. I was leaving this Munro till last, but found it hard to get people to commit due to travel and cost. Anyhow just before I completed another 7 Munro’s were added making it 284 then. So climbed Stob Coire Screamhach and celebrated in the Clachaig Inn at Glencoe. Look forward to your next outing.
Hi James, been following your videos, so close to completing! What an incredible journey its been and glad to have shared part of it with you. This video is special for me as it will be my last Munro next year, I've just hit 240 and on track to complete next year. Its a shame you didn't get a view from the summit, it does seem to be rare for that summit to be clear. I seen Charlie Mccartney said he has summitted it 6 times and never had a view! Best of luck with the final munros.
Went up at the end of March and got great weather at the start ,howling winds and snow nearer the top , had an airbnb in Tobermory for a few days so managed a drive round the island , well worth it , cheers
Such a shame you didn't get a view! Like so many island peaks the summit views are stunning. Also the corrie to the left of the summit is fabulous. I hope you have a chance to go again!
As you say you were probably due this weather. You could have enhanced your day by continuing westwards along the road. The cliffs you see in the background of your final talk are utterly spectacular. Not to be missed next time you do Ben More.
Hi James, Another terrific film, what a shame about the weather, you normally pick sunny days. I think your photography is absolutely brilliant and your commentary perfect. I live in South Wales and watching your films has inspired me to climb Munros. Only two so far, Ben Nevis and Ben Cruachan which I did a few months ago so am really looking forward to your next trip! Good luck with the weather on that one!!
I certainly have James and will be very sorry when you complete the last Munro, I always look forward to your next Munro adventure! @@ScottishMunroJourney
Excellent! Now you have a ”typical” day of Scottish mountaineering, rather then the tourist board videos you normally produce! Unlucky on the weather but great excuse to visit mull again another day
I recommend your last Munros should be either on An Teallach or Ben Cruachan . Nothing wrong with the other hills but you should go out with a bang! They are both fantastic walks.
I already have my last one planned as I am a bit behind on the vids, I have chosen a nice easy one for friends and family to join - An Teallach is one of my favorites already, video coming soon 😀
Another lovely video James. I wouldn't be too worried about the views, as this summer has been simply awful, even by Scottish standards. I managed to have a great day up Beinn a Ghlo yesterday, but the paths further up the corries were very boggy, and the wind was cold and strong on the tops...I had to keep reminding myself it was August!
Hi James I had the same mist on the summit so I have to return I ascended via the amazing ridge A Chioch which I recommend but again I did it in mist. The views are supposed to be outstanding in clear weather got to time it right lol 😂
Lovely journey, you cannae beat a CalMac....or 2. I think I climbed that mountain for the first time 35yrs ago. Never had a view at the top but always enjoyed the outing. Best wishes, it's great following your journey.
Hi James, yes you certainly have had a great run….I’ve travelled up to do Ben Hope 3 times from Dunoon and never once had a view! But I get it it wouldn’t be great to put out videos with no views. Good luck with your last Munros. ATP Jim.👍
What a change in the weather, no sun bathing on the top. If revisiting add A'Chioch nice approach ridge to Ben More. Top of Ben More is magnetic so taking a bearing and starting to follow it feels as though the compass is possessed. Will you contiue to post videos after compleating?
Yeah will definitely do the ridge next time if conditions allow, interesting about the compass, I didn't know that 😀I will probably take a short break and then continue to post, just not sure what yet 😂 Cheers, James
Different video, your luck with good weather on the top seemed to have come to an end. Thought you may have left Ben More until last. Still a great day out and a great video.
Hi James. Can’t believe you had clag, doesn’t Mother Nature know who you are, and that you don’t do clag! 🤣🤣 Still, it’s just an excuse to have to go back as you said All the best mate. 😃🥾⛰🏴
This was my first munro 3 years ago now. Still only on the 4 I managed that week. Not been to Scotland since but plenty of lakeland trips to make up for it.
Stunning island, been there numerous times, 7 times one year, all the way from Cheshire. I always intended to climb Ben More but this is one that got away. ☹️
James we had exactly the same happen to us on the weekend of the Kings Coronation. The day before was spectacular we just got it wrong. I'm heading back at the start of September and fingers crossed I'll get the views this time.🤞G♥🏴
@@ScottishMunroJourney yanking your chain sir... Love the videos.... I used to do as you do.... I get so many memories when I watch... Some are beyond me now, but I still hope to get up there on a few more....
Hi James. Enjoyed watching the videos and your journey thus far. Not just as a bagger, but the video presentations and your mountain skils, too. Thought you might have saved this one until last.
Loving your channel: after countless decades looking at Ben More from various angles - mainly Iona - we finally picked the perfect day and I climbed it with my daughter - only the 2nd munro I've ever done a few years back. If ever you get the chance to do this on a crystal clear day, do it - the views of the whole of the West Coast up to Skye, down to Arran Jura and Islay, and out to the Western Isles is absolutely fabulous. Better luck next time!!
Great video! 😊 It was the same for me in November 2021…saw nothing past about 600m. Must go back one day.
For someone who has enjoyed the Scottish Hills, I have been to Mull several times, enjoyed it's hospitality and have never climbed Ben More. I have however competed in the 1978 and 1979 Tour of Mull motor rallies. Awesome event and a very special place in my heart.
It is an awesome island from what I saw in my short time there.. will definitely return! That must have been a great event back then, Cheers, James
It still continues today James. October Mull is alive with the Sound of rally cars.❤
Lovely James. The exact same happened to me. It was clear at the bottom and then overcast with no views at the top then clear at the bottom again. As you said it’s a long way to go for one Munro. Good luck with the remaining few 👍🏻
Thank you 😀
What a brilliant cinematography man, opening was breathtaking! Another stunning episode 🏔️
Thank you 😀
Nice one James. Lovely start to the walk with great views. Great content as always. Good to see you in cloud and clag at last! 😅 . Just make sure you pick a clear day for An Tellach. Looking forward to that one. Cheers, Ozzy.
Thank you, haha more cloud and clag coming soon 😂 I have already been up An Teallach, I wont spoil it but I waited for a view 😂 Cheers, James
Another great video pal :) Well done!
Cheers Calum 😀
Thanks for uploading, James. Probably got good weather considering Charlie McCartney has been up there 6 times and never seen the view.
Haha yes I should have known 😂
Climbed this one in January this year. Nice sunny day as well and thankfully top stayed clear for the views. Great video and drone footage.
I'm jealous! haha it's on my list for ones to return to as the views must be great, cheers
Awesome video! 😍Hiking up Ben More on Mull must have been a great adventure, especially being the only Munro on the island. The views from the summit look amazing. Thanks for sharing your journey - really a nice video!
Cheers,
Simon - Tales From Abroad
Another great video James.
It's a shame that the weather changed at the top with the clag in, but that's Scotland for you.
Look forward to the next one.
An epic travel and great footage as always. Only 15 to go. Enjoy them as they come, but remember going on them for the second time I found was more rewarding with less pressure. So savour the moments. I was leaving this Munro till last, but found it hard to get people to commit due to travel and cost. Anyhow just before I completed another 7 Munro’s were added making it 284 then. So climbed Stob Coire Screamhach and celebrated in the Clachaig Inn at Glencoe. Look forward to your next outing.
Hi James, been following your videos, so close to completing! What an incredible journey its been and glad to have shared part of it with you.
This video is special for me as it will be my last Munro next year, I've just hit 240 and on track to complete next year. Its a shame you didn't get a view from the summit, it does seem to be rare for that summit to be clear. I seen Charlie Mccartney said he has summitted it 6 times and never had a view! Best of luck with the final munros.
Went up at the end of March and got great weather at the start ,howling winds and snow nearer the top , had an airbnb in Tobermory for a few days so managed a drive round the island , well worth it , cheers
Sound like a nice trip! Cheers, James
Such a shame you didn't get a view! Like so many island peaks the summit views are stunning. Also the corrie to the left of the summit is fabulous. I hope you have a chance to go again!
As you say you were probably due this weather. You could have enhanced your day by continuing westwards along the road. The cliffs you see in the background of your final talk are utterly spectacular. Not to be missed next time you do Ben More.
Definitely Eddie, even worse in the next video! Will explore that next time, Cheers
Hi James,
Another terrific film, what a shame about the weather, you normally pick sunny days.
I think your photography is absolutely brilliant and your commentary perfect.
I live in South Wales and watching your films has inspired me to climb Munros.
Only two so far, Ben Nevis and Ben Cruachan which I did a few months ago so am really looking forward to your next trip!
Good luck with the weather on that one!!
Thanks Stephen, glad you have been enjoying the vids 😀
I certainly have James and will be very sorry when you complete the last Munro, I always look forward to your next Munro adventure! @@ScottishMunroJourney
Pity that you didn't get the views James, I did Ben More (Mull) in 2019 and the views were luckily spectacular.
Excellent! Now you have a ”typical” day of Scottish mountaineering, rather then the tourist board videos you normally produce! Unlucky on the weather but great excuse to visit mull again another day
Great film James, very generous 8/10, I feared Ben More was due a scathing 5!
I must have been feeling generous that day 😂
I recommend your last Munros should be either on An Teallach or Ben Cruachan .
Nothing wrong with the other hills but you should go out with a bang!
They are both fantastic walks.
I already have my last one planned as I am a bit behind on the vids, I have chosen a nice easy one for friends and family to join - An Teallach is one of my favorites already, video coming soon 😀
Another lovely video James. I wouldn't be too worried about the views, as this summer has been simply awful, even by Scottish standards. I managed to have a great day up Beinn a Ghlo yesterday, but the paths further up the corries were very boggy, and the wind was cold and strong on the tops...I had to keep reminding myself it was August!
Hi James I had the same mist on the summit so I have to return I ascended via the amazing ridge A Chioch which I recommend but again I did it in mist. The views are supposed to be outstanding in clear weather got to time it right lol 😂
Haha we will definitely have to return to get the views then 😀
Lovely journey, you cannae beat a CalMac....or 2. I think I climbed that mountain for the first time 35yrs ago. Never had a view at the top but always enjoyed the outing. Best wishes, it's great following your journey.
Cheers Annie 😀
Hi James, yes you certainly have had a great run….I’ve travelled up to do Ben Hope 3 times from Dunoon and never once had a view! But I get it it wouldn’t be great to put out videos with no views. Good luck with your last Munros. ATP Jim.👍
What a change in the weather, no sun bathing on the top. If revisiting add A'Chioch nice approach ridge to Ben More. Top of Ben More is magnetic so taking a bearing and starting to follow it feels as though the compass is possessed. Will you contiue to post videos after compleating?
Yeah will definitely do the ridge next time if conditions allow, interesting about the compass, I didn't know that 😀I will probably take a short break and then continue to post, just not sure what yet 😂 Cheers, James
Well done James. Another cracking video. Shame you didnt get the views. But you can't win them all lol. Again well done.
ATVB
Alan
Different video, your luck with good weather on the top seemed to have come to an end. Thought you may have left Ben More until last. Still a great day out and a great video.
Thank you - yes some more horrible weather to come too! Cheers
You missed the bast aspect of Ben More which is the climb over the A'Chioch ridge and the arete between.
@@trepicks it was on my radar but wouldnt have been safe for me on this occasion, next time 😁
Probably a wise decision under the circumstances. It is a superb airy climb but safe. I did it with my son when I was pushing 70.
Hi James. Can’t believe you had clag, doesn’t Mother Nature know who you are, and that you don’t do clag! 🤣🤣
Still, it’s just an excuse to have to go back as you said
All the best mate. 😃🥾⛰🏴
Exactly Dave, Shocking!! haha Cheers, James
The Corran ferry is free for cyclists and pedestrians btw.
Should have done the light scramble from the north side you would have enjoyed it Honestly done it in 2013 near end of compleation
I will next time, it was too miserable for that on this occasion 😁
Was up there on Friday, did we miss you? We parked a red car at the start point
No this was about a month ago, im falling behind with the videos just now.. Hope you had a nice trip!
Hi James, Welcome to the "nae views from Ben More club" Just a pity you didn't get a look around. Cheers
Charlie, I had seen your video and knew I would be lucky to get a view 😂 Cheers, James
As the Rolling Stones say: You can't always get what you want.
The full ridge from the east makes a better traverse
This was my first munro 3 years ago now. Still only on the 4 I managed that week. Not been to Scotland since but plenty of lakeland trips to make up for it.
Pity, James… no proper reward for such a long journey and hike. Thank you very much anyway!
Stunning island, been there numerous times, 7 times one year, all the way from Cheshire.
I always intended to climb Ben More but this is one that got away. ☹️
Surely ALL of the Munros are on one island or another? 😉
True 😂
James we had exactly the same happen to us on the weekend of the Kings Coronation. The day before was spectacular we just got it wrong. I'm heading back at the start of September and fingers crossed I'll get the views this time.🤞G♥🏴
Hopefully you get the views this time 😀
@@ScottishMunroJourney There's never a guarantee. 😭 When you're doing your last Munro are you having a summit party for you and your followers! 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Not our king you bellend🏴🏴🏴
Shame about the cloud think the view from up top would have been fantastic.
Typical Argyll weather. Minus the rain
I know I'm being pedantic... But all Munro's are on an island.... Great Britain.. Skye.. Mull... 👍👍
True, your not the first to mention that 😂
@@ScottishMunroJourney yanking your chain sir... Love the videos.... I used to do as you do.... I get so many memories when I watch... Some are beyond me now, but I still hope to get up there on a few more....