Thanks everyone for all your nice comments about our attempt to hike the CWT. Some of you seem interested in my ability to hike this trail at my age. For those of you who feel you are too old I say age isn't an issue. I started hiking my first long distant trail on my 72nd birthday and since then i've hiked over a thousdad miles carrying a full backpack and camping wherever i could. A lot of the trails i did solo. I love being out in remote areas and having to deal with whatever the trail throws at me. The CWT ticks all the boxes for me so I am determined to complete it. I have done a few hikes with the Officially Smashed it Hiking Club this year which Kerry runs and they have all been good fun. Kerry is the perfect tail companion for me as we seem to always agree on what to do next. I will be looking forward to rejoining the trail next year and hope you will follow us again.. Thanks again for your kind words
Completely agree. Im 62 and I play nigh on 200 golf courses each year plus walked the Cleveland Way this year and doing bits of Wales Coastal Path. My only limitation is that I dont do camping as couldnt walk too far with a heavy backpack due to dodgy knees. I find the hardest thing about walking is making sensible decisions when you dont know your limitations.
I love this Steve. So many people think that aging badly is inevitable but it isn’t. When you keep moving and challenging your body, it keeps you young at heart. What’s the saying? Something about you don’t give up playing because you age, you age because you give up playing! Having fun in nature’s playground is the best. Here’s to watching many more of your adventures. ❤
Congrats on getting as far as you both did. The weather was definitely against you. Kerry you're amazing for wanting to help Steve achieve his goal of completing the trail. Steve's such an inspiration, proving age is just a number.
I’m so sorry you couldn’t complete the trail. What an incredible adventure though and thank you for telling it so wonderfully. You are both inspirational for your cheerful determination. Warmest wishes.
Top effort from you both, I’m glad you are both back safe and well! Hopefully next time you will get better weather and can enjoy the trail. Even though the hike ended early I thoroughly enjoyed this series, you guys did great!
Incredible effort guys! Most folk wouldn't have got half as far as you two in those conditions. Well done. It's so hard to make that decision but it was definitely the right one. Autumn has been pretty brutal weather-wise in Scotland this year.
Sorry you both didn't achieve the goal. But, you're both still alive and ready to fight another day. Great entertaining videos, so keep up the good work!
So Sorry you had to stop due to the weather , I was really enjoying your videos of Cape Wrath . I did Cape Wrath back in May which was perfect weather. Good luck for next year and hopfully Steve can complete his mission.
Well done 👏 to get as far as you did in such weather. I know you were carrying an injury too, well done Kerry. Welldone Steve for getting closer to completion of the trail. Remarkable sir.
I was pulling for you! I'm 65 and I just walked it about 3 weeks before you, and it's amazing how the weather really affects this walk. I had all the elements Scotland had to throw like you but luckily managed to stay just ahead of it. Hopefully you can complete it next year. The day I went to Glen Shiel was also brutal. What a long hike out!
Hey kerry, I watched this series and you never got a break. I was thinking of you as them storms hit knowing you was up there. Glad you and Steve made the right call. As you say” live to hike another day”.
Better to be safe than sorry later,you can always try it again in better weather,in your position I would have done the same,look forward to seeing more of your adventures.
You guys should be so proud of what you did. Totally right decision, always hard to make that call, but the sensible one. Love your videos, looking forward to the next one.😊
Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed the videos 😃 x yes it was heartbreaking, but we had to be sensible and will film our adventures completing it next year
Stalwart effort and good for DoW for giving Steve the companionship that gave him some confidence to have another crack at that trail. Tbf falls of glomarch are a Bstrd section, those sections are the toughest in wet weather, that been said it's all an austere trail and weather forcasts are Bstrd deceitful harlots🙄. 😬😆🙏👍🏼👍🏼
Very wise leaving the trail in the wake of storm Agnes, October 2023 was the wettest recorded October in 100 years for the East of Scotland, albeit you were more to the Western side, would be great to see you complete the CWT.
Valiant effort guys, but you made the correct decision in the end. If only other people thought in the same way regarding the MRT there would be less call outs.
Very, very well done to both of you. Hard decision after you had battled so far but definitely the right one. Thank you so much for taking us along. I am hoping to do with my dog. Best of luck for the future
Hi guys, your achievements to get here were amazing, I know it’s disappointing but you absolutely made the right call. Such a shame but the CWT will be there next year. You will get to the Cape Steve. Al the very best Dave
Great call to call it a day in the face of Agnes. Faced the same decision near Loch Cuanie and turning back turned out to be the right move as it only got worse and stayed worse. Taking another run at it in April. Well done both to you and Steve.
It was so sad that Steve hasn't succeeded twice, through no human fault, to complete this trail, but you are totally right Kerry, it was the safe and responsible decision. To have gone on further would have put your lives and the lives of the MRT in jeopardy. So no matter how hard the decision was, it was the right one. I hope Steve gets to complete this trail in more clement weather. It's a valiant attempt, and I applaud you both for getting that far. Another great series that showed us how hard thru-hiking any trail can be. Being cold, wet, with broken and wet kit is not fun, and whatever the weather, it has to be fun. Thank you so much for documenting this epic hike for us and making sure that Steve is #NotDeadYet. Third time lucky Steve!!!
Well, like I said it last week, you're an angel. I think you are right to call it off. I was watching the weather forecast and thought about you both, staying safe. If you are going to try and repeat it and want another old man (67) with ptsd, from my time in the forces, with you then please count me in. Take care and look forward to the next incounter. 😢
Ahh thanks Keith 😁 yes we are always looking for people to come join us on hikes, I run a hiking club called Officially Smashed It… we do a number of trails and day hikes throughout the year and have a good mix of ages! It would be great if you came and joined us on one! We are on Facebook - facebook.com/groups/811276933263287/?ref=share_group_link
Kerry I love your neverending optimism. Despite hauling storm outside you' re still laughing about. Hope next time you´re successfull in completing the CWT. My goal is to make it in September 2026 - the first thing when getting retirering. Problem is the long way to Fort William, because I live in bavaria 🙂
Hi Kerry and Steve, I haven’t watched your channel before but having done the CWT with my 76 year old father 13 years ago I just had to watch and a massive well done 🥇for helping Steve it brought back lots of memories of time with my Dad. Really a terrific watch so thanks for sharing your adventure. Things go round and I may be attempting it again next year with my son in law who can look after me. Anyway brilliant and your such a good person ❤️ ATB for next year.
Thanks so much Dave, so glad you enjoyed it and it brought back nice memories! Good luck for this years attempt, we are heading back up in June to finish it off x
" we are refreshed, we are energized and we are ready to go"....man Agnes came back to bit you on the bum.. The bog, the ferns the mud, the slippery rocks all looked rough going to me, so that café must have been a gift from the Gods! Nice to get a good nights sleep indoors but a mile down the wrong track would have killed me, I remember hiking in awful conditions down hill with a friend in the lakes and saying to her, that was a mare going down (it was so steep) and so pleased we were not going up, then she checked the map and realised we had missed our turn off and we had to back track for almost half an hour - I took over the map reading after that.... The right decision to bin it after the storm, especially with no guarantee of making the bothy or firewood there to dry off everything but one thing for sure, after killing numerous hiking companions over the years, the oldest one, Steve, is the one you could not kill - What Boy! Cheers Alan
Alan i was laughing about this too! I usually lose at least a few en route … but Steve’s made of tough stuff! Just the weather that got us in the end 🤗🤗 hope you are having a good year so far, I need to catch up on everyone’s UA-cam’s 🙈 I’ve been so crazy busy since I got back off the trail and learning my panto script etc I haven’t had a chance for a few weeks x but I’m looking fwd to catching up over the winter
Well done getting that far guys! Inconceivably bad conditions, those storms damaged houses n stuff all over these isles - you made the right call. atb...Sinco
Wow you went through hell , if I was ever was on a challenge like that I would want you with me to keep my spirits up 😀 and Steve was amazing, what a inspiration 💜👍🍻
Now I consider myself to be a positive person but you are different gravy. I’m taking that and bottling it for my next adventure - good decision look forward to you finishing it next spring 👊🏻
Gutted for you both. Such a valiant effort - against all the odds! You definitely made the right call though. I wonder how many miles you have done - and how many still to do. Really hoping the planets align for you in the spring and you can finish with far greater ease than you have experienced thus far. Looking forward to seeing the rest of it....... Loved the videos - stunning scenery and what an adventure!
Thanks Penny! Ok so we have done roughly 1/3 of it, should have taken us around 6 or 7 days in normal weather conditions When we head back up it will be for another 2 weeks x thanks for your support 😁
Glad you enjoyed it 🤗 we were so devastated to have to quit, especially for Steve, but I’ve given him my word to help him finish this bloody trail so I will be back! And next time we will get him there 🤗
That storm was unseasonably harsh, though it can happen the weather can be lovely at that time. I've been soaked through and the risk of hypothermia is much higher. Its also possible to get bad colds and so making it to safety made sense. That's just the luck when your that far north if all goes well vs when it's sketchy.
Wow I’ve just caught up with these, you certainly had some brutal weather… you made the right decision to pause the trail, it’ll be there for you both to smash the rest of it next spring. 😊
Thanks so much Mark, it was such a tough call, but I’m so eager to get him there but to do it safely… I’d rather come back than injure either of us in the process .. you are so right … it will still be there next year 🤗
Ahh sounds great! Unfortunately we are already doing the Loch Ness 360 in May so couldn’t do the trail then, but I really hope you have a fantastic time out there! X and if you fancy joining on any of the other trails I’m doing next year just let me know
What a bummer that the weather was so crappy. But always SAFETY FIRST. You are both an inspiration to me. I hope I am as active as Steve when I am his age - I will let you know in 18 years 😂. Kerry - you are one of my favourite hiking tubers. I love the fact that you care about your appearance (always using makeup) but are down to earth. I hope one day we can share a Guinness.
I hope so too! 😃 that’s such a nice comment, I really appreciate it x yeah I’m hoping to still be out smashing the trails into my old age too … total inspiration
My goodness you both went through it - all those river crossings!! You definitely made the right decision Kerry and Steve. Fabulous video and the colours and scenery were stunning. Fingers crossed for better weather next May 🤞
We agree! Such a beautiful trail and we both can’t wait to get back out there and do it properly in better weather 😁 thanks so much for supporting the channel x
Good on you, got a question... Why do you wear your gaiters over your overtrousers? Rain runs down your overtrousers, down into your gaiters and into your socks... just a suggestion to wear overtrousers over the top then they are easier to remove when it's not raining...
Hello there Carole, ok… my theory was .. as we were wading through knee deep water multiple times a day, the water was always going to soak into our shoes regardless … but if I put the gaiters on the outside… when we were knee deep in bog and mud, it kept the muck off of the rest of me and I could then just rinse the gaiters off or leave them outside my tent rather than trying to clean the over trousers all the time 🙈🤣 it kinda worked
Hello Kerry, so sorry that you had to turn back, it was for the best, I have had to do it so many times myself, here in the mountains of NZ, but as you said it's better to do it and live, to do it another day. When one is wet through, and the water is squelching between the toes, when the cold wet clothes cling to the skin. then it's time to assess and bail. The weather Gods were 'agin' you, better luck next time. ATB Cheers from the mountains of NZ ☺☺
Thanks so much for your support 😄 yes we will try again another time! Ahh I’ve always wanted to visit NZ and so some hiking and travelling x maybe one day
🤗🤗 Gutted for you both x But I know you'll be back either on CWT or another long distance trail. You both made the right call.. Absolute bloody Ledgends for getting as far you did.. Steve's the man a star. Kerry , always smiling, positive and caring. Great video kerry, stunning jaw dropping scenery.. #notdeadyet 😁👍 #getstevetothelighthouse To be Continued 😁
@DrunkOnWanderlust possibly during spring or summer though this time kerry x Sheil Bridge to the lighthouse perhaps ? Your both more than capable of completing this trail 👣 😁👍🏴 See you at Edale this weekend, a walk in the park compared to what you have done on the CWT x 🤗😁
Just as the great philosopher Plato once said ~ "Fuck-it, I'll do it next year" I think you'll agree, a very thought provoking adage to live our lives by. 😅
Well done both, a remarkable achievement to get as far as you did in the worst possible conditions. Think I would have bailed much earlier. Was a good decision to get out when you did, all the same. That walk is on my list but success is so much at the mercy of the weather gods that I am not sure I will want to take the punt. You remained incredibly upbeat in the circumstances, which took you both so far, but mother nature , as always, had the last word on this occasion. This was not a fail, but actually a courageous achievement. Sure you will be back to finish the job in due course. Well done again. Atb.
It's gutting having to call it off but it was 100% the right call once you and your gear get wet. The next step could easily have been hypothermia or a bad fall.. I did a trek similair to this in northern Sweden a few years back, it's very much like Scotland except colder, even in summer. Some stormy weather came in like you had and a lot of people were getting airlifted out by rescue helicopter because they got too wet and cold, with hypothermia and also injuries from slipping on wet rock. You did really well to get as far as you did in those tough conditions.
Really enjoyed the trilogy of vids Kerry, I've got Covid so they've been great to sit back and binge watch. Well done to Steve and yourself for the effort and miles you both put it with all that crappy weather and bad luck, but when the sun shone and those views opened up, wow, what an insanely stunning trail to hike. Steve seems like a good fun hiking partner (apart from the snoring) and nothing looked like it phased either of you, what with all the multiple daily river crossings and the wet gear and socks and tents failing, food rationing.....what an adventure! That's defo one to remember. Bravo :-D Xx
What a lovely comment Donna, sorry to hear you got Covid 🙈 I got it two days after getting back from the trail… think I must have picked it up on the long train home …. Get better soon xx hope you’re not feeling too bad with it
@@DrunkOnWanderlust Tested negative yesterday, so it was a really quick dose, 5 days and that was it. Yeah I would imagine you picked yours up at the station or on the actual train. It's gonna be rife this year xx
Sorry you weren't able to achieve all you wanted. Further north has some remote bits and a few tricky sections so it was a good decision. I hope you both get to the cape eventually and film it because you two are highly entertaining.
Excellent series of vids .jeez it looked tough. Despite it being a hard decision to call it .its a great lesson for others watching. Ive done some silly things hiking including cracking my ribs trying to jump a stream .but you learn a lot from the mistakes. At least here you didnt make a mistake .you judged it properly. Very entertaining as usual .looking forward to next ones
Our hearts wanted us to carry on but our brains knew it was time to stop. We didnt want to put ourselves in a situation where we might have to call out mountain rescue.
Hi there Raymond, yes 199% agree, it just wasn’t worth either of us getting injured or worse, the trail will still be there next year! Best of luck in your attempt.. we might see you in the trail!!! Keep in touch and let us know your plans 😃
Kerry, have you ever considered backpacking across the Grand Canyon in the US state of Arizona. With a little coordination, I could help you achieve that goal in 2024?
Hi Kerry, I think that this series of videos is the best you have done, most you tubers wouldn't put this out, you have shown when it gets bad hill it can then get worse, the trail, the hills will still be there make sure you are. You also showed a great deal of responsibility about safety, not just your own but also Steve, you had no dry kit hypothermia KILLS, you said at one point you couldn't grip things, if you can't zip up your coat then you are in a position you will die because you can't function and get warm. Sorry if this sounds like doom, but it's the hard truth, you had no phone signal, how are you going to call mountain rescue, you're cold and have no manual dexterity how are you going to be able to use a phone, your decision to stop when you did was an honest opinion of your own abilities and limitations. Personally I'm just glad to see you both home and safe, otherwise what would I watch on UA-cam, 😃😃❤️❤️☕️☕️🏕👍
We always discussed eveything and made joint decisions on how to proceed. We are both experienced hikers and we always agreed on what to do which made things a lot easier,
@@nevertooldforwanderlust I I'm guessing you are Steve, I worship you for what you are trying to do,,those conditions and your kit,you had to get out. You did amazing to get as far as you did, ❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍🏕
Ahh Nigel, how have I only just seen this comment? Thanks for your lovely words x yes it was the sensible thing to do 🤗 we are heading back up in June to complete it, so keep your eyes out for the next instalment 🤪 I hope you’re having a lovely year so far
Hi 😄😄😄 sorry I haven’t done a video in a while, I was taking a sabbatical lol 🙈🙈 I’ve got a few trails lined up this year …. Loch Ness 360 in May, Finishing off the Cape Wrath in June, The Arran coastal path in July, The Welsh 3000’s in August Hoping to sneak one in early spring as well but not sure which one! X hope you’re ok x
@DrunkOnWanderlust Cool plans ! Scotland April and May is beutiful with few if any midges. Cape wrath is a tough nut to crack,it all depends on the weather for that one so hope you get a great spell of dry weather for it.👍🏼🙏👏
Hi there Shaun, we are great thanks 😄 we have a number of trails coming up this year…. We are finishing The Cape Wrath trail in June, doing The Loch Ness 360 in May, the Arran coastal path in July and The Welsh 3000’s in August We will probably add some shorter ones in the spring but we haven’t decided which ones yet
Thanks everyone for all your nice comments about our attempt to hike the CWT. Some of you seem interested in my ability to hike this trail at my age. For those of you who feel you are too old I say age isn't an issue. I started hiking my first long distant trail on my 72nd birthday and since then i've hiked over a thousdad miles carrying a full backpack and camping wherever i could. A lot of the trails i did solo. I love being out in remote areas and having to deal with whatever the trail throws at me. The CWT ticks all the boxes for me so I am determined to complete it. I have done a few hikes with the Officially Smashed it Hiking Club this year which Kerry runs and they have all been good fun. Kerry is the perfect tail companion for me as we seem to always agree on what to do next. I will be looking forward to rejoining the trail next year and hope you will follow us again.. Thanks again for your kind words
Completely agree. Im 62 and I play nigh on 200 golf courses each year plus walked the Cleveland Way this year and doing bits of Wales Coastal Path. My only limitation is that I dont do camping as couldnt walk too far with a heavy backpack due to dodgy knees. I find the hardest thing about walking is making sensible decisions when you dont know your limitations.
I love this Steve. So many people think that aging badly is inevitable but it isn’t. When you keep moving and challenging your body, it keeps you young at heart. What’s the saying? Something about you don’t give up playing because you age, you age because you give up playing! Having fun in nature’s playground is the best. Here’s to watching many more of your adventures. ❤
Congrats on getting as far as you both did. The weather was definitely against you. Kerry you're amazing for wanting to help Steve achieve his goal of completing the trail. Steve's such an inspiration, proving age is just a number.
He definitely is! I really hope I’m going like that at his age 😁👌🏻 thanks so much for watching
@@DrunkOnWanderlust i hope you both get to give it another go next year.
That was brutal weather and terrain, well done to you and Steve for getting as far as you did and for remaining so cheery.
That is some extreme weather 😮 You made the right choice to tap out. There’s always next year. Well done on giving it a bloody good go thou. 😊
Thanks so much 🤗🤗 yes such a shame, but next year we will smash it! Thanks so much for watching
Just brilliant well done to both of you !!!!
I’m so sorry you couldn’t complete the trail. What an incredible adventure though and thank you for telling it so wonderfully. You are both inspirational for your cheerful determination. Warmest wishes.
Glad you enjoyed it! 😃 and thanks for supporting the channel, it means a lot to have such lovely msg full of encouragement for next time x
Right decision safety first no shame in that well done on getting that far.
Your channel deserves a lot more subscribers amazing effort loved it
Great effort. Fantastic scenery.
Thanks so much!! 🤩
Top effort from you both, I’m glad you are both back safe and well! Hopefully next time you will get better weather and can enjoy the trail. Even though the hike ended early I thoroughly enjoyed this series, you guys did great!
I hope so too! 😄👌🏻 thanks so much for your support
Good effort guys you made the right call.
Safety first,you did the right thing,always go back to finish it
Really feel for you both always safety first. And you live to fight another day. Good luck for next year. I for one will be watching 👏👍
Thank you! 😃 the support means a lot to us, we can’t wait to get back out there and get it finished xx
3 FANTASTIC VIDEOS AND VERY WELL MADE, GREAT SENSE OF HUMOUR.
Glad you enjoyed it! We always have such a laugh on the hikes, I’m pleased it shows on the videos x thanks for your support
Incredible effort guys! Most folk wouldn't have got half as far as you two in those conditions. Well done. It's so hard to make that decision but it was definitely the right one. Autumn has been pretty brutal weather-wise in Scotland this year.
Brilliant episode, absolutely brilliant filming my friend! 🔥🔥
Right thing to do
Sorry you both didn't achieve the goal. But, you're both still alive and ready to fight another day. Great entertaining videos, so keep up the good work!
So Sorry you had to stop due to the weather , I was really enjoying your videos of Cape Wrath . I did Cape Wrath back in May which was perfect weather. Good luck for next year and hopfully Steve can complete his mission.
Congratulations for completing it! 😃 ahh I know, it was such a shame but we will be back next year
It was a valiant effort, guys. There’s no shame in bailing in those conditions. I will look forward to th3 next instalment in the spring.
Thanks David 😄 yes we can’t wait to get back out there, just choosing a date atm
Nothing but 100% respect to you both. You are both a inspiration x Well done 👍👍👍👍
Thanks so much! Really glad you enjoyed the vids and we are determined to complete it this year x
Well done 👏 to get as far as you did in such weather. I know you were carrying an injury too, well done Kerry. Welldone Steve for getting closer to completion of the trail. Remarkable sir.
Gutted for you both, the right decision can be the toughest to make.
Should be proud of your efforts in atrocious conditions.
You both rock. 👍👊
Ahhh thanks so much!! 😁 we will be back to finish it x
I was pulling for you! I'm 65 and I just walked it about 3 weeks before you, and it's amazing how the weather really affects this walk. I had all the elements Scotland had to throw like you but luckily managed to stay just ahead of it. Hopefully you can complete it next year. The day I went to Glen Shiel was also brutal. What a long hike out!
well done
What an incredible achievement loved this vidoe ❤
Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed it, such a shame we had to turn back … but we will return to complete it next year x
Well done. You do amazing to always remain so cheerful. Really enjoyed your videos. You made the right decision, not to endanger lives.
Hey kerry, I watched this series and you never got a break. I was thinking of you as them storms hit knowing you was up there. Glad you and Steve made the right call. As you say” live to hike another day”.
Thanks Justin, yes defo wanna get back out there and finish this beast 🙈🙈🙈
Better to be safe than sorry later,you can always try it again in better weather,in your position I would have done the same,look forward to seeing more of your adventures.
Thanks Michael 🤗 it’s always nice to have some support x and yes, next year we will smash it!
You should both be very proud, battling through that storm, well done xx
Well-done to you both what an adventure you definitely made the right decision everything was against you I hope you both give it another go
Thanks so much, yes we definitely will! We will return next year to finish it off 😄
You guys should be so proud of what you did. Totally right decision, always hard to make that call, but the sensible one. Love your videos, looking forward to the next one.😊
Congratulations on getting as far as you did with the weather. Admire you both for making what must have been a difficult decision. ❤
What a shame. Loved the filming of this adventure and we will look forward to next spring when you try again.
Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed the videos 😃 x yes it was heartbreaking, but we had to be sensible and will film our adventures completing it next year
Stalwart effort and good for DoW for giving Steve the companionship that gave him some confidence to have another crack at that trail. Tbf falls of glomarch are a Bstrd section, those sections are the toughest in wet weather, that been said it's all an austere trail and weather forcasts are Bstrd deceitful harlots🙄. 😬😆🙏👍🏼👍🏼
🤣🤣🤣 This made me laugh a lot! Yes I’d heard that about the falls and I know we made the right choice x but we will be back next year to finish it
Really enjoyed the video series kerry . You both gave it all you had. Sad for you not able to complete it . Hope steve got the strength to try again 😊
I will be back. I have many more trails to hike before i retire. It takes me a bit longer now but i get there one step at a time.
Thanks so much Pete, yes I’m sure he will be ok! He’s a machine, he’s a very determined guy and I’ll make sure he gets there in the end lol 🤗
Very wise leaving the trail in the wake of storm Agnes, October 2023 was the wettest recorded October in 100 years for the East of Scotland, albeit you were more to the Western side, would be great to see you complete the CWT.
Very proud of you both! Great video x
Thank you so much!! ♥️
Valiant effort guys, but you made the correct decision in the end. If only other people thought in the same way regarding the MRT there would be less call outs.
Very, very well done to both of you. Hard decision after you had battled so far but definitely the right one. Thank you so much for taking us along. I am hoping to do with my dog. Best of luck for the future
Really glad you enjoyed the videos! We’re hoping to go back in June 😄 thanks for your support x
Hi guys, your achievements to get here were amazing, I know it’s disappointing but you absolutely made the right call. Such a shame but the CWT will be there next year. You will get to the Cape Steve.
Al the very best
Dave
Great call to call it a day in the face of Agnes. Faced the same decision near Loch Cuanie and turning back turned out to be the right move as it only got worse and stayed worse. Taking another run at it in April. Well done both to you and Steve.
Hope you get on well!! We are back up in June to complete it 😁😁😁
Well done awesome effort
Thank you! Cheers! 🤗🤗 and we will be back to complete it in safer conditions next time x
Much respect for Steve, & yourself for making it possible 👏
I'd love to come on a trek with you all
Beautiful scenery ❤
It was! So lovely up there x I can’t wait to hear back already x
Made the right call for sure. Well done both of you for getting as far as you did considering conditions ❤
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It was so sad that Steve hasn't succeeded twice, through no human fault, to complete this trail, but you are totally right Kerry, it was the safe and responsible decision. To have gone on further would have put your lives and the lives of the MRT in jeopardy. So no matter how hard the decision was, it was the right one. I hope Steve gets to complete this trail in more clement weather. It's a valiant attempt, and I applaud you both for getting that far. Another great series that showed us how hard thru-hiking any trail can be. Being cold, wet, with broken and wet kit is not fun, and whatever the weather, it has to be fun. Thank you so much for documenting this epic hike for us and making sure that Steve is #NotDeadYet. Third time lucky Steve!!!
Thanks we will definately complete it next time. Third time lucky
Well, like I said it last week, you're an angel. I think you are right to call it off. I was watching the weather forecast and thought about you both, staying safe. If you are going to try and repeat it and want another old man (67) with ptsd, from my time in the forces, with you then please count me in. Take care and look forward to the next incounter. 😢
Ahh thanks Keith 😁 yes we are always looking for people to come join us on hikes, I run a hiking club called Officially Smashed It… we do a number of trails and day hikes throughout the year and have a good mix of ages! It would be great if you came and joined us on one! We are on Facebook - facebook.com/groups/811276933263287/?ref=share_group_link
Absolutely brilliant effort but the best bit was you guys bring sensible and brave enough to know when to quit. ❤
Yes! Thank you! I really appreciate the support 🤗 we will be back to finish it in better weather lol x
Kerry I love your neverending optimism. Despite hauling storm outside you' re still laughing about. Hope next time you´re successfull in completing the CWT.
My goal is to make it in September 2026 - the first thing when getting retirering. Problem is the long way to Fort William, because I live in bavaria 🙂
Hi Kerry and Steve, I haven’t watched your channel before but having done the CWT with my 76 year old father 13 years ago I just had to watch and a massive well done 🥇for helping Steve it brought back lots of memories of time with my Dad. Really a terrific watch so thanks for sharing your adventure.
Things go round and I may be attempting it again next year with my son in law who can look after me. Anyway brilliant and your such a good person ❤️
ATB for next year.
Thanks so much Dave, so glad you enjoyed it and it brought back nice memories! Good luck for this years attempt, we are heading back up in June to finish it off x
@@DrunkOnWanderlust brilliant and I wish you all the best. ❤️
" we are refreshed, we are energized and we are ready to go"....man Agnes came back to bit you on the bum.. The bog, the ferns the mud, the slippery rocks all looked rough going to me, so that café must have been a gift from the Gods! Nice to get a good nights sleep indoors but a mile down the wrong track would have killed me, I remember hiking in awful conditions down hill with a friend in the lakes and saying to her, that was a mare going down (it was so steep) and so pleased we were not going up, then she checked the map and realised we had missed our turn off and we had to back track for almost half an hour - I took over the map reading after that.... The right decision to bin it after the storm, especially with no guarantee of making the bothy or firewood there to dry off everything but one thing for sure, after killing numerous hiking companions over the years, the oldest one, Steve, is the one you could not kill - What Boy! Cheers Alan
Alan i was laughing about this too! I usually lose at least a few en route … but Steve’s made of tough stuff! Just the weather that got us in the end 🤗🤗 hope you are having a good year so far, I need to catch up on everyone’s UA-cam’s 🙈 I’ve been so crazy busy since I got back off the trail and learning my panto script etc I haven’t had a chance for a few weeks x but I’m looking fwd to catching up over the winter
So excited to watch this ♥️
Thanks beautiful girl ♥️
Well done getting that far guys! Inconceivably bad conditions, those storms damaged houses n stuff all over these isles - you made the right call. atb...Sinco
Thanks so much 😄🙌 yes we are glad we called it quits then to be safe, we are heading back up in June to complete it x thanks so much for watching
Right decision 👍
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Waiting for part 2
Wow you went through hell , if I was ever was on a challenge like that I would want you with me to keep my spirits up 😀 and Steve was amazing, what a inspiration 💜👍🍻
😁 ahh thanks! Yes let’s hope our second half when we head back up will be a bit gentler weather wise lol x thanks for your support
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Now I consider myself to be a positive person but you are different gravy. I’m taking that and bottling it for my next adventure - good decision look forward to you finishing it next spring 👊🏻
Great effort,such a shame too call it ,safety first ,well done two you both 🤗
Absolutely, it was a tough decision but necessary 🙈 both looking fwd to heading back up to finish it next year though! Thanks so much for watching
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Gutted for you both. Such a valiant effort - against all the odds! You definitely made the right call though. I wonder how many miles you have done - and how many still to do. Really hoping the planets align for you in the spring and you can finish with far greater ease than you have experienced thus far. Looking forward to seeing the rest of it....... Loved the videos - stunning scenery and what an adventure!
Thanks Penny! Ok so we have done roughly 1/3 of it, should have taken us around 6 or 7 days in normal weather conditions
When we head back up it will be for another 2 weeks x thanks for your support 😁
The crutch is still at the bothy.😂 Good call to stop at that point, the falls are not the place to be in that weather. Well done and roll on next year
I was tempted to swop the crutch for one of my hiking poles 🤣 and take it with me just for bants
You did your best. This trail threw everything at you to destroy your spirit. You can finish this next spring and win that badge.❤
Fingers crossed! 🙌 yes next time we will smash it x
You are so positive,must be great companion.
I can't place Steve's accent.
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Great to have gone so far with you guys🎉😅
I was born in the US but lived in England most of my life
Thank you! 😃 Steve is from Idaho, but lives here now x thanks so much for watching
Well done to you both :-) You certainly made the right decision, which is what it is all about. Great video series :-)
Glad you enjoyed it 🤗 we were so devastated to have to quit, especially for Steve, but I’ve given him my word to help him finish this bloody trail so I will be back! And next time we will get him there 🤗
The scenery was stunningly beautiful, your video greatly enjoyable. Good luck in the spring completing the Cape Wrath Trail ❤
Thanks so much! 😊 we appreciate your support Ernie x
That storm was unseasonably harsh, though it can happen the weather can be lovely at that time.
I've been soaked through and the risk of hypothermia is much higher. Its also possible to get bad colds and so making it to safety made sense.
That's just the luck when your that far north if all goes well vs when it's sketchy.
Wow I’ve just caught up with these, you certainly had some brutal weather… you made the right decision to pause the trail, it’ll be there for you both to smash the rest of it next spring. 😊
Thanks so much 🤗🤗🙏
Massive effort, both of you, i think you made the right decision, the trail will still be there next year, just bad luck with the weather
Thanks so much Mark, it was such a tough call, but I’m so eager to get him there but to do it safely… I’d rather come back than injure either of us in the process .. you are so right … it will still be there next year 🤗
I feel for you both but such the right decision , I’m on the trail in early May 2024 if you guys want some company 👍
Ahh sounds great! Unfortunately we are already doing the Loch Ness 360 in May so couldn’t do the trail then, but I really hope you have a fantastic time out there! X and if you fancy joining on any of the other trails I’m doing next year just let me know
What a bummer that the weather was so crappy. But always SAFETY FIRST. You are both an inspiration to me. I hope I am as active as Steve when I am his age - I will let you know in 18 years 😂. Kerry - you are one of my favourite hiking tubers. I love the fact that you care about your appearance (always using makeup) but are down to earth. I hope one day we can share a Guinness.
I hope so too! 😃 that’s such a nice comment, I really appreciate it x yeah I’m hoping to still be out smashing the trails into my old age too … total inspiration
My goodness you both went through it - all those river crossings!! You definitely made the right decision Kerry and Steve. Fabulous video and the colours and scenery were stunning. Fingers crossed for better weather next May 🤞
We agree! Such a beautiful trail and we both can’t wait to get back out there and do it properly in better weather 😁 thanks so much for supporting the channel x
...and i reckon you made the right decision x
Thanks again 🤗 it was a tough but sensible call x
Good on you, got a question... Why do you wear your gaiters over your overtrousers? Rain runs down your overtrousers, down into your gaiters and into your socks... just a suggestion to wear overtrousers over the top then they are easier to remove when it's not raining...
Hello there Carole, ok… my theory was .. as we were wading through knee deep water multiple times a day, the water was always going to soak into our shoes regardless … but if I put the gaiters on the outside… when we were knee deep in bog and mud, it kept the muck off of the rest of me and I could then just rinse the gaiters off or leave them outside my tent rather than trying to clean the over trousers all the time
🙈🤣 it kinda worked
Hello Kerry, so sorry that you had to turn back, it was for the best, I have had to do it so many times myself, here in the mountains of NZ, but as you said it's better to do it and live, to do it another day. When one is wet through, and the water is squelching between the toes, when the cold wet clothes cling to the skin. then it's time to assess and bail. The weather Gods were 'agin' you, better luck next time. ATB Cheers from the mountains of NZ ☺☺
Thanks so much for your support 😄 yes we will try again another time! Ahh I’ve always wanted to visit NZ and so some hiking and travelling x maybe one day
🤗🤗 Gutted for you both x But I know you'll be back either on CWT or another long distance trail.
You both made the right call..
Absolute bloody Ledgends for getting as far you did..
Steve's the man a star. Kerry , always smiling, positive and caring.
Great video kerry, stunning jaw dropping scenery..
#notdeadyet 😁👍
#getstevetothelighthouse To be Continued 😁
Fingers crossed! 😁 thanks so much for your encouragement x yes 🙌 we will be back and this time we will smash it lol
@DrunkOnWanderlust possibly during spring or summer though this time kerry x Sheil Bridge to the lighthouse perhaps ? Your both more than capable of completing this trail 👣 😁👍🏴
See you at Edale this weekend, a walk in the park compared to what you have done on the CWT x 🤗😁
Just as the great philosopher Plato once said ~ "Fuck-it, I'll do it next year" I think you'll agree, a very thought provoking adage to live our lives by. 😅
Yes that famous ancient quote… I’ve lived by it a few times lol 😂 we will be back!!!
Well done both, a remarkable achievement to get as far as you did in the worst possible conditions. Think I would have bailed much earlier. Was a good decision to get out when you did, all the same. That walk is on my list but success is so much at the mercy of the weather gods that I am not sure I will want to take the punt. You remained incredibly upbeat in the circumstances, which took you both so far, but mother nature , as always, had the last word on this occasion. This was not a fail, but actually a courageous achievement. Sure you will be back to finish the job in due course. Well done again. Atb.
I love your positive, don't panic attitude.
Ever thought of doing the coast to coast?
Hi Dean, aww thanks so much! Yes its definitely a trail I’d love to try sometime 🤗
It's gutting having to call it off but it was 100% the right call once you and your gear get wet. The next step could easily have been hypothermia or a bad fall.. I did a trek similair to this in northern Sweden a few years back, it's very much like Scotland except colder, even in summer. Some stormy weather came in like you had and a lot of people were getting airlifted out by rescue helicopter because they got too wet and cold, with hypothermia and also injuries from slipping on wet rock. You did really well to get as far as you did in those tough conditions.
Thanks so much, yes 🙌 it was a rough decision but we are so glad we choose to leave and stay safe x we will return to complete it next time
Really enjoyed the trilogy of vids Kerry, I've got Covid so they've been great to sit back and binge watch. Well done to Steve and yourself for the effort and miles you both put it with all that crappy weather and bad luck, but when the sun shone and those views opened up, wow, what an insanely stunning trail to hike. Steve seems like a good fun hiking partner (apart from the snoring) and nothing looked like it phased either of you, what with all the multiple daily river crossings and the wet gear and socks and tents failing, food rationing.....what an adventure! That's defo one to remember. Bravo :-D Xx
What a lovely comment Donna, sorry to hear you got Covid 🙈 I got it two days after getting back from the trail… think I must have picked it up on the long train home …. Get better soon xx hope you’re not feeling too bad with it
@@DrunkOnWanderlust Tested negative yesterday, so it was a really quick dose, 5 days and that was it. Yeah I would imagine you picked yours up at the station or on the actual train. It's gonna be rife this year xx
@@donnavansenior that was speedy! Great stuff 😃 I was in bed for a week with mine this time … was quite nasty but feeling better now
Are the tents broken or did they survive.
My tent pole is cracked in two places but repairable… I think Steve said he would need to Chuck his as couldn’t fix it x
Sorry you weren't able to achieve all you wanted. Further north has some remote bits and a few tricky sections so it was a good decision. I hope you both get to the cape eventually and film it because you two are highly entertaining.
Ahh thanks so much! We are planning our return already lol, I made a promise to him so I’m determined to see it through
Excellent series of vids .jeez it looked tough. Despite it being a hard decision to call it .its a great lesson for others watching. Ive done some silly things hiking including cracking my ribs trying to jump a stream .but you learn a lot from the mistakes. At least here you didnt make a mistake .you judged it properly. Very entertaining as usual .looking forward to next ones
Glad you enjoyed it 🤗 yes a tough decision, but I needed to be realistic… we will be back!
Our hearts wanted us to carry on but our brains knew it was time to stop. We didnt want to put ourselves in a situation where we might have to call out mountain rescue.
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Top effort from you both like 488
Thanks so much 🙏🙏
Trying again in the spring is a sound decision, I’m seriously considering a later April early May attempt myself.
Hi there Raymond, yes 199% agree, it just wasn’t worth either of us getting injured or worse, the trail will still be there next year! Best of luck in your attempt.. we might see you in the trail!!! Keep in touch and let us know your plans 😃
excellent stuff, where are you two guys from?
Thanks so much! I’m from Peterborough and Steve is originally from Idaho but now lives in Loughborough x
March tends to have decent weather up this way.
dont beat yourselves up for playing it safe.
We’re hoping to go back in June! Maybe we’ll get luckier with the weather 🙈🙈
Kerry, have you ever considered backpacking across the Grand Canyon in the US state of Arizona. With a little coordination, I could help you achieve that goal in 2024?
Oh wow I would love that, unfortunately it’s not something I could afford any time soon 🙈🙈
Hi Kerry, I think that this series of videos is the best you have done, most you tubers wouldn't put this out, you have shown when it gets bad hill it can then get worse, the trail, the hills will still be there make sure you are.
You also showed a great deal of responsibility about safety, not just your own but also Steve, you had no dry kit hypothermia KILLS, you said at one point you couldn't grip things, if you can't zip up your coat then you are in a position you will die because you can't function and get warm.
Sorry if this sounds like doom, but it's the hard truth, you had no phone signal, how are you going to call mountain rescue, you're cold and have no manual dexterity how are you going to be able to use a phone, your decision to stop when you did was an honest opinion of your own abilities and limitations.
Personally I'm just glad to see you both home and safe, otherwise what would I watch on UA-cam, 😃😃❤️❤️☕️☕️🏕👍
We always discussed eveything and made joint decisions on how to proceed. We are both experienced hikers and we always agreed on what to do which made things a lot easier,
@@nevertooldforwanderlust I
I'm guessing you are Steve, I worship you for what you are trying to do,,those conditions and your kit,you had to get out. You did amazing to get as far as you did, ❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍🏕
Ahh Nigel, how have I only just seen this comment? Thanks for your lovely words x yes it was the sensible thing to do 🤗 we are heading back up in June to complete it, so keep your eyes out for the next instalment 🤪 I hope you’re having a lovely year so far
#NotDeadYet but next year you will be back and finish it with Danni too.
🤣🤣 Danni is a fair weather hiker who hates getting wet feet …. But you never know 😜
What tent did you take on this trip ?
Hi there, I took a Big Agnes Copper Spur :) x
maybe next year, unlucky but it aint worth the risk..
Too right x we have it our best shot, but we will call this a warm up go ready for next year lol
@@DrunkOnWanderlust how many days should it take to complete
hashtag,still my heroes
Awww thanks Rodney 🤗 Next time for sure, we are calling this the practice go
Hope your good😊. And your next mission will be?¿??
Hi 😄😄😄 sorry I haven’t done a video in a while, I was taking a sabbatical lol 🙈🙈
I’ve got a few trails lined up this year …. Loch Ness 360 in May, Finishing off the Cape Wrath in June, The Arran coastal path in July, The Welsh 3000’s in August
Hoping to sneak one in early spring as well but not sure which one! X hope you’re ok x
@DrunkOnWanderlust Cool plans ! Scotland April and May is beutiful with few if any midges. Cape wrath is a tough nut to crack,it all depends on the weather for that one so hope you get a great spell of dry weather for it.👍🏼🙏👏
Finish it in the spring, you dont have to do it all at once
That’s right Steve, that’s the plan hopefully! 😃😃😃👌🏻👌🏻
All this walking you must have a very low resting pulse and hardly no body fat on you (respect) bless you and all around you 💯💯💯
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Это Шотландия?
Yes! It’s beautiful up there
Hey how are you two, what adventures are coming up this year?
Hi there Shaun, we are great thanks 😄 we have a number of trails coming up this year…. We are finishing The Cape Wrath trail in June, doing The Loch Ness 360 in May, the Arran coastal path in July and The Welsh 3000’s in August
We will probably add some shorter ones in the spring but we haven’t decided which ones yet