Buttermere Valley Solo Mountain Camp On Whiteless Pike

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  • @bobfor4868
    @bobfor4868 3 роки тому +2

    "The weather makes an atmosphere as well" perfectly put! I belive the weather just makes things differently beautiful.

  • @hosoutdoorpursuits3019
    @hosoutdoorpursuits3019 3 роки тому +4

    "All you can think about is not dying" - Fantastic quote! Very true as well.

  • @GreyGhost.
    @GreyGhost. 3 роки тому +2

    Dave ( solo summiter) And Wardle ( Back oot) and Bushman and Blue ....... 3 absolute GEMS amongst the many outdoor youtubers. 3 Icons ......start following NOW. Cheers Dave .... another belter. PS, RS Outdoors too ..... all magic.

  • @plodonsteady2929
    @plodonsteady2929 3 роки тому +1

    At one point you said 'plod on' , pretty much my motto . Great video as always

  • @TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing
    @TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing 3 роки тому +1

    Nice to see you out again mate good effort in the rain 🌧 nice pictures too enjoyed it thanks for sharing

  • @stephenhails1731
    @stephenhails1731 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant video. Love Buttermere 👌🏻. Thanks for sharing

  • @AndrewBeavers
    @AndrewBeavers 3 роки тому +1

    Rannerdale knotts is certainly a fantastic place dave might be a small un but it makes up in fantastic views,be better in winter when its quieter...i'd have done same thing though i prefer the higher summits.i need to bag whiteless pike yet & whiteside on the other side,done all the rest up here camping & hiking etc.wandope further along that ridge is a superb summit it's one ill camp on when i do whiteless pike i think..duomid is looking good i may be joining the club 😉 tfs mate.

  • @pauljones5066
    @pauljones5066 3 роки тому +1

    I have never been up that side of Buttermere but it looks great that side - one for the notebook!

  • @richardwarren9603
    @richardwarren9603 3 роки тому +5

    Great vlog again! Love your comment ‘whatever next, I’ll have sherpa’s carrying my tent up mountain’ 😂😂😂

  • @BUSHMANandBLUE
    @BUSHMANandBLUE 3 роки тому +6

    The creakiest backpack ever! Or was the old knees?😂 I do like the look of the simple tent. Although we are all tent obsessed 🤩. Nice camp!

    • @Fellmandave1
      @Fellmandave1 3 роки тому +1

      You only have two tents don't you Al? I think you could do with a couple more. Luxe peak v4?

    • @BUSHMANandBLUE
      @BUSHMANandBLUE 3 роки тому

      @@Fellmandave1 😂 I wish I only had two tents then my carbon footprint would be less. I have tents for every occasion but some of those occasions pretty much never happen 😂. I’ll check out the tent as I’m always looking for something interesting. Thanks Dave.

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Haha. Probably a bit of both Al. ATB Dave

  • @chrisweldon2817
    @chrisweldon2817 3 роки тому +1

    Got the same air pump, brilliant bit of kit! 👌😁

  • @johnhill5806
    @johnhill5806 3 роки тому +1

    Your face just before you about to take you outer down PMSL been there many a times LOL! Great Vid Dave closing pictures and tunes, cracking.

  • @MrDunk66
    @MrDunk66 3 роки тому +1

    Your vids are second best to actually being there. Big thanks 👍

  • @HobbiesAndSunshine
    @HobbiesAndSunshine 3 роки тому +1

    Love your adventures, thank you for sharing.

  • @mfuller1093
    @mfuller1093 3 роки тому +3

    At 6.55 Landscape photographers watching and shouting - Get out of the way, Look at that light ! take a photo ! ☺ Summer in the Lakes is nice but for amazing atmosphere nothing beats Autumn and Winter. Great video thank you.

  • @alanwetherelt7155
    @alanwetherelt7155 3 роки тому +1

    Yes another good watch , we got out yesterday for a local walk a bit grey and damp , but worth getting out

  • @My24hradventure
    @My24hradventure 3 роки тому +1

    I enjoyed watching this one. Excellent views. I'm starting to get into hills and mountains myself too (to date I'd been more of a coastal camper). First stop will be Brecon Beacons 🙂

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому +1

      Nice one. Never been to BB myself. Looks good. Enjoy 😎👍

  • @davep9013
    @davep9013 3 роки тому +1

    Fantastic channel you have built here mate! I’ve loved watching your uploads and I’ve learnt allot,thank you.
    Keep them coming.

  • @AndyWardle
    @AndyWardle 3 роки тому +2

    Nice one. Bit rain never killed anyone 😖 typical lakes weather. If you had carried on from whiteless along the path you come to wandope. An excellent pitch up there. Big flat plateau overlooking the valley. I had an excellent camp up there a while back. Went the same way you did. That climb to whiteless is a beast. Enjoyed that. Atb mate 👍

    • @mrlionrocks
      @mrlionrocks 3 роки тому +2

      I remember you sat on ya chair up there enjoying the views Andy 👍🏻

    • @AndyWardle
      @AndyWardle 3 роки тому +1

      @@mrlionrocks a happy night that one was.

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому +2

      Cheers Andy👍. Couldn’t be arsed going any further 😁

    • @AndyWardle
      @AndyWardle 3 роки тому +2

      @@TheSoloSummiteer 😂 we were tempted to stop on whiteless like.

  • @BorderRambler
    @BorderRambler 3 роки тому +5

    The Duomid looked well perched up there Dave , the wet season has arrived but I think we need to get out in all weathers and enjoy whatever the elements throw at us . The morning really looked atmospheric with the low cloud and gloom . atb Dave

  • @anthonysmithyman372
    @anthonysmithyman372 3 роки тому +1

    Can't beat waking up to rain on a wild camp, its the little things in life...great video as always Dave.

  • @MalKyle1
    @MalKyle1 3 роки тому +1

    "All you can think of is not dying" ... Oh so true 😃

  • @ianbarnett
    @ianbarnett 3 роки тому +2

    The weather might have been grim at times but you got a beautiful evening on a clear top. Blessed!

  • @neilmusgrove4668
    @neilmusgrove4668 3 роки тому +2

    Enjoyed the vidio thanks for taking me to places I cant get to, as usual watching you having fun always interesting and the views lovely! Anyone who has never walked those hills canot know the way the view slowly opens out until it surrounds you. The valley at the base of rannerdale is one of the best places for bluebells,

  • @merkyw4187
    @merkyw4187 3 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed that Brew thank you.... I'm soaking wet but yeah feeling good :) ..my only concern is people lol.. Classic Brew...keep them coming..and welcome back Dave ☘️

  • @theknowlodge8294
    @theknowlodge8294 3 роки тому +1

    Great video mate.

  • @Summitclym
    @Summitclym 3 роки тому +6

    Definitely enjoyed this. Buttermere is high on my bucket list. Plan is for my wife to overnight at The Bridge hotel whilst I camp up high somewhere! Next trip to the UK (post COVID)

    • @skyblue-df2od
      @skyblue-df2od 3 роки тому

      may do same, what's that Bridge hotel like mate?

    • @Summitclym
      @Summitclym 3 роки тому

      @@skyblue-df2od I’ve yet to stay. But, when asked about his favorite place to stay in the Lakes District, a UK travel guide said Bridge Hotel is it. It’s a little more out of the way than Windermere or Keswick thus it’s appeal to me! Cheers!

  • @mrlionrocks
    @mrlionrocks 3 роки тому +1

    Damon hill goes camping 😀 nice camp bro 👍🏻

  • @theheightoflife
    @theheightoflife 3 роки тому +4

    Hi mate!! So glad you got this up was looking forward to it all day haha...
    There was a lot of clag indeed! Sometimes it is good to have the odd lower down camp and can still get some amazing views 😁
    Looks like you had to change your mind a few times on the fly with this one but id have probably been the same, especially seeing the possibility of the other campers haha.
    Looks like it was so worth it though had some awesome views. Love the tent too 👌🏻👌🏻 im looking at a trecking pole tent at the moment, the Pretents Soloist if you know it? Might give it a blast looks pretty cool... But may also look at this one and compare 👍🏻
    "Gonna have sherpas next carrying the tent up the mountain for me.." 🤣🤣🤣👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 absolutely brilliant!! Haha
    Those rays of sun were stunning!
    Bit of a wet and windy morning but all good fun indeed.
    Thanks so much for another fantastic watch and for sharing your camp.
    Hope your week us going ok.
    ATB pal take care... Chris ✌🏼🏕⛰

  • @michaelblack9813
    @michaelblack9813 3 роки тому +1

    Another great pitch Dave, enjoyed watching as always.
    If the inflator makes life easier,then why not? stops your breath mking the inside mouldy.
    Like the 'Mountains for the Mind' bit.
    Keep 'em coming M8ty.🙂🍻👍

  • @WildAstro
    @WildAstro 3 роки тому +2

    Brilliant Dave. The flextailgear pump is definitely a popular addition to many people’s setups recently. I love mine. Makes life so much easier. Really enjoyed the film and great to see one of the lesser-known peaks on film.

    • @alanwetherelt7155
      @alanwetherelt7155 3 роки тому +1

      Did I see a pump /light that also can be used as a small power pack

    • @WildAstro
      @WildAstro 3 роки тому

      @@alanwetherelt7155 there are a couple of those around but can’t remember the name of any of them right now.

  • @jamiecrutchley3550
    @jamiecrutchley3550 3 роки тому +3

    Haha the pump made me laugh. I purchased exactly the same model last week and had the same dilemma. I felt like I was cheating😂. I used it on Sunday night for the first time and I’m not ashamed to say it’s brilliant, especially with the built in light. Anyway, another fantastic video. Cheers 👍

  • @CragScrambler
    @CragScrambler 3 роки тому +1

    Live just outside Buttermere, that and Emmerdale are my favourite places to be.

  • @LondonVisited
    @LondonVisited 3 роки тому +1

    Another fantastic video Dave. Views from the top amazing. Love your filming! Thanks

  • @itsmescottp
    @itsmescottp 3 роки тому +2

    Nice one mate 👍🏻 But the pump…what next, a chair?! 😜🤣

  • @paulhulley5969
    @paulhulley5969 3 роки тому +1

    Game changer them mini pumps, last thing you need after a day hike is blowing up your mat ⛺️⛰🥾

  • @Tony-P489
    @Tony-P489 3 роки тому +1

    Great as always Dave.
    The lake district always looks fantastic no matter what the weather is.
    Totally agree that you have to get out make an adventure 👍. A wet day hiking beats sitting in doors every time 🙂

  • @davemitchell8756
    @davemitchell8756 3 роки тому +1

    Nice one Dave, the rays of sun through the breaking cloud looked awesome 👍👍👍🇬🇧🙂

  • @RobsAdventures
    @RobsAdventures 3 роки тому +1

    Hi mate, just caught up with this video. I’m way behind with watching all my subscriptions at the moment.
    Looked like a good one and was great to see you out again. Hope you’re well mate.
    All the best
    Rob

  • @gcsScotland
    @gcsScotland 3 роки тому +3

    Great to see you out and about on my local fells - not a bad evening. My last wild camp in September was on Grasmoor - great evening but clag in the morning which cleared to give Brocken Spectre descending Whiteless Pike👍 You should definitely have a camp on Mellbreak. Great channel 👍

  • @walkandcamp
    @walkandcamp 3 роки тому +2

    Great vid as always. Cheer Dave.

  • @alexdokic5567
    @alexdokic5567 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Dave, I agree with your comments about getting out in the wilds and having an adventure!! Although at the moment I'm laying on the sofa. Love the music you have in your videos, don't know if you have had your opp, if so hope all is well.

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Much appreciated Alex. My surgery is in a couple of weeks. ATB - Dave

  • @hsaurid
    @hsaurid 3 роки тому +4

    Outstanding scenery. Really chuffed to see it all. Dave, this has got to be one of the best hikes I’ve seen this year. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

  • @kennybrydges9084
    @kennybrydges9084 3 роки тому +1

    nice one Dave... ATB Kenny..

  • @treklinda1309
    @treklinda1309 3 роки тому +1

    Such a nice evening you had. It has happened to me quite often that the night is lovely but the next morning is wet and cloudy. Nice vid..thank you.

  • @Wildcamping101
    @Wildcamping101 3 роки тому +1

    Cracking vid Dave. Nice pitch. I got one of those little pumps myself. Handy little thing. Ended up shelving my trip today but the bag is packed for next weekend. Might look to get myself one of those inners too. I got the dcf all mesh in from MLD but not sure how that will fair in winter. Great video as always mate. 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому +1

      Nice one Craig 😎👍. Looking forward to seeing you out again - ATB Dave

  • @suedavies2157
    @suedavies2157 3 роки тому +2

    An absolute joy to watch - thank you Dave!

  • @simonmundy5387
    @simonmundy5387 3 роки тому +2

    Brilliant Dave! The mountains are superb whatever the weather.....as long as you've got the right gear! You've inspired me to continue to get out there and experience new adventures, that's what life's about isn't it. Take care, Simon, Somerset.

  • @MountainManJohnFilms
    @MountainManJohnFilms 3 роки тому +3

    Nice vid Dave. Another quiet summit. . . Loved the atmosphere again. Wish I was up as frequent as you. Got just over a week till my next.

  • @maxt7525
    @maxt7525 3 роки тому +1

    Fantastic production, loved it 👏🇦🇺🙌❤️😍

  • @Outside.In.Florida
    @Outside.In.Florida 3 роки тому +1

    Great video like always. Beautiful area even with all the rain. Thanks again Dave!! Stay Well.

  • @grahamarnhem8659
    @grahamarnhem8659 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent quality filming.great area.

  • @hikeandcampwildadventures
    @hikeandcampwildadventures 3 роки тому +1

    Dave, I have to say, pumps to blow your mat up is definitely roughing it smoothly! I had a good camp on Wansfell pike last Wednesday night. Bright starlit early evening followed by high winds and rain with a very soggy rapid decamp in a gale early the next day 😳
    Maybe you could contract some of us subscribers to be your Sherpas? Just a thought 🤣
    Ps if you get a picture leak in your BeFree, I used a Park patch to seal it. They work. They’re meant to fix a bike puncture and are self adhesive, the size of a postage stamp.

  • @alanguthrie8415
    @alanguthrie8415 3 роки тому +1

    Great stuff dave 👍🏕🥾

  • @CharlesP69
    @CharlesP69 3 роки тому +1

    Great video Dave! The light as you were climbing up to Whiteless Pike was gorgeous 😍

  • @paulplace4721
    @paulplace4721 3 роки тому +1

    Great place, rain makes it different, a little quieter maybe haha! Pretty good camp spot, the light breaking through near the summit was stunning and makes it all worth it. Top job again mate🤘

  • @Wild-Camping-Geordie
    @Wild-Camping-Geordie 3 роки тому +1

    I always enjoy watching your videos, and your optimism , cheers 👍

  • @angelobianco73
    @angelobianco73 3 роки тому +1

    Great video!! Always waiting for your new Adventures !! Greetings from Germany!!!😎

  • @littlejobby1
    @littlejobby1 3 роки тому +1

    Another top video Dave, thanks very much, they’re so informative

  • @emmakimble2255
    @emmakimble2255 3 роки тому +1

    😢 I missed this vlog I’ve been away I just got back today my dad & I did Elgin 🏁 to summit,now home 🏡 next week on Thursday October 14 I start my c2c walk hope too see u there or some were.

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Hi Emma. Elgin on Skye 😎👍Good luck with your C2C trip 💪. I will have a new video out next Wednesday. Take care - Dave

  • @frederickridall628
    @frederickridall628 3 роки тому +1

    🤣🤣. Just got one of those pumps myself, Dave. Arrived today from Amazon. A luxury but they are very handy aren't they. I'm carrying slippers, a table and a chair around with me now as well! Never thought it would come to this. ☺️.

  • @camperp195
    @camperp195 3 роки тому +1

    That pump is brilliant! Well worth the money,get 9 blow ups out of mine before it goes flat!

  • @daveostlemountainman
    @daveostlemountainman 3 роки тому +1

    nice video, I was up on Robinson yesterday in fact, absolute battered with rain just the way i like it.. probably my favourite area of the lakes :)

  • @mack2432
    @mack2432 3 роки тому +1

    I"ve seen you there ! i was camping about a mile away on Wandope ! it was a nice evening but a crapy morning , i sat in my tent untill 10: 30 !

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому +1

      Haha. Nice one. I was having breakfast in Keswick by 10:30.

  • @northumberlandmountainhopper
    @northumberlandmountainhopper 3 роки тому +1

    Great video
    Nothing wrong with a lower top for a change
    In the Cheviots I can be 300 up to 800 metres high and enjoy them all
    Your videos always seem to show a quite Lake District yet the roads and car parks show it as very busy ?
    It’s either the time of day, choice of locations or luck !
    I have never had anyplace to myself at the lakes
    Keep em coming

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      I think it’s all about location and timing. Big thanks 😎

  • @Davidharrison612
    @Davidharrison612 3 роки тому +1

    You were pointing to the Helvellyn range and not the skiddaw range and you got high crag/high stile the wrong way round (sorry for being pedantic 🤣) still a good camp.
    Red Pike you were pointing to is a nice camp, its a while since I wildcamped on the fells.
    This video makes me want to do it again, nothing better than waking up to a cloud inversion.
    Nothing worse than waking up to rain. 😒

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Cheers Kyle👍. It was the Skiddaw range. Although I did get the other two the wrong way around 🤦🏻

  • @alexanderwoolfenden1162
    @alexanderwoolfenden1162 3 роки тому +2

    Lovely looking tent and the weight is half of my current one! Can anyone shed some light on what make / model it is? Also what the condensation is like as I know those lightweight ones sometimes suffer. Brilliant video!

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Nice one Alexander. Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍. I put the tent info in the description but I know no one seems to read them 😁. Condensation can be an issue in these single skin tents when there’s no air movement. Just something I have to manage but I do love the tent. ATB - Dave

  • @Thebluedocful
    @Thebluedocful 3 роки тому +1

    I have a crucial camping question Dave. Why do you always fill your brew up to half way?… I’m always like ‘more water man’ 😁

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому +1

      Cause I only drink half a cup before it’s too cold 😊

  • @John50ward
    @John50ward 3 роки тому +1

    Hello Dave enjoyed the video one question will a lanshan 1 inner fit the tent thankyou

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Cheers Jwward. Unfortunately I have no experience of that inner.

  • @smokeythebearlewis1501
    @smokeythebearlewis1501 3 роки тому +2

    Very Nice View My friend-USA Northern Ca?

  • @tuttobicci
    @tuttobicci 3 роки тому +3

    What Rannerdale Knots lacks in height it makes up in every other aspect. One of my favorite places.

  • @pcr8918
    @pcr8918 3 роки тому +1

    Cracking

  • @carlsaxton7088
    @carlsaxton7088 3 роки тому +1

    Dave. Could you tell me which bottle holder have you got for the strap on the Osprey pack please?

  • @sailrockpaperscissors8261
    @sailrockpaperscissors8261 3 роки тому +1

    Great video
    What food do you take with you?

  • @danmegoutdoors8709
    @danmegoutdoors8709 3 роки тому +1

    another wicked vid solo and its great to see you out, any news on your op? may i ask what the music at the very end of the vid is called?

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому +1

      Big thanks guys 😎👍The music is from Epidemic Sounds - Into The Blue by Luwaks

    • @danmegoutdoors8709
      @danmegoutdoors8709 3 роки тому

      @@TheSoloSummiteer your a god, i love this song and have been wanting to add it to my vlogs for ages, massive thanks solo, did my first camp in the soloist last night, not long got home, the door could do with being slightly larger lol, my backs killing me, in and out last night is taking its toll, keep up the good work and thank you for the heads up on that track

  • @Jimmyneutron1991
    @Jimmyneutron1991 Рік тому +1

    Can you recommend a single person tent for cheap, also where’s the little torch/pump from?

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  Рік тому +1

      The wild country Helm 1 is a good reasonably priced tent. My pump is a Flextail Mini pump 👍

  • @scotthoward5098
    @scotthoward5098 3 роки тому +1

    Great pitch love the views, great vlog
    How much does your pack weigh ?

  • @craighorton1970
    @craighorton1970 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Dave, mind if I ask what rucksack your using and your thoughts on it, thanks

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Hi Craig - I’m using an Osprey Atmos 50 here. It’s a great rucksack, really comfortable. I also have the 65l version. The problem is, the more room you have to more stuff you put in. Then you’ve got to carry it all 😳. Hope this helps. ATB Dave

    • @craighorton1970
      @craighorton1970 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheSoloSummiteer thanks Dave, thought it was the atmos, I'm thinking about getting the 65l myself, think I'd rather have to much room than not enough, won't know until I've tried it though 👍

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      @@craighorton1970 know what you mean Craig. It really depends on how long your trek is, height gain, terrain, etc. It’s no fun lugging a heavy pack up mountains.

    • @craighorton1970
      @craighorton1970 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheSoloSummiteer perhaps the sherpa might be the best option ha ha 😀

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      😁👍

  • @richardburton5485
    @richardburton5485 3 роки тому +1

    What make is the tent please

  • @adammonk6565
    @adammonk6565 3 роки тому +1

    What water filter do you use please ?

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      Hi Adam. It’s a Katadyn BeFree

    • @adammonk6565
      @adammonk6565 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheSoloSummiteer thank you. Do you rate it ?

    • @TheSoloSummiteer
      @TheSoloSummiteer  3 роки тому

      @@adammonk6565 yes Adam. I only use it on clean, running water tho

    • @adammonk6565
      @adammonk6565 3 роки тому +1

      @@TheSoloSummiteer absolutely, mountain streams 😄 not like the water in the Darwen or the Ribble round here haha

  • @SteRumbelow
    @SteRumbelow 3 роки тому +2

    Great video as always! Tent’s looking great.
    Get yourself an Amazon Associates account set up if you don’t already. A little affiliate link to some of the kit you use will generate a few quid a month. That little pump for example : my Uncle just purchased it after I sent him a link to it having watched your video!

  • @deepakp8594
    @deepakp8594 3 роки тому +1

    How many kg's do you normally carry?

  • @smokeythebearlewis1501
    @smokeythebearlewis1501 3 роки тому +1

    What is a Quid Compare A dollar ???