Really appreciate that. I’ve always been like that with my videos as I watch a lot of YT of hikes before I go normally and then when I’m there I’m always surprised how different it is. Rather show exactly what it’s like as definitely some tough sections in this both physically but mentally too.
hello Kris, well, that was a rough start to the day. I imagine that rain made those rocks a bit sketchy to walk on. I'm glad you found a place to warm up a little. weather like that is a good way to get hypothermia. Hopefully, the weather was more favorable for the rest of the trip and I'm very much looking forward to seeing the rest of this beautiful adventure. Dwayne
Thanks Dwayne. The slippery parts were actually alright…is was more the driving rain, being soaked through to the bone and being freezing and obviously the tricky footing in all the water and crossings. Mentally draining and if that’s had carried on the following day it would’ve been really tough. Thankfully weather improved the next day.
It was actually really good but can imagine if you get the wrong people around you it could be a long night. I found it great. But yeah real mental tester the first half of the day.
Love following your journey , up to now step by step what I did 11th to 16th sept . This section I had snow from Les Mottets to col de la Seigneurial. I’m looking forward to your next video 🏔️
Thank you…I bet it’s ace in the snow? Was your hike this year or another year? This was from early September so if it was this year gutted I just missed the snow.
Wow, couldn’t have been more different to the day I did this stage on 14 Sep. It was completely covered in snow, all the way up to Bonhomme, and quite deep going across to the refuge! Great video!
Was that the 14 Sep as in just a few weeks ago? My adventure was the start of September so if that’s the case that crazy with the snow. Or was this another year? I bet it’s epic in snow.
I was so happy to get a bed. Also it was great to experience that side of it too. Meeting lots of other people all eating and chatting together. It’s the people you remember and where the memories are made so recommend anyone do that at least once. The bus was such a good option. It was actually only €4 and allowed us to skip that little section along the valley especially after the torrential weather we’d had all day.
Mentally tough as well as physically. I was absolutely freezing at the hut. Didn’t film inside it as literally shaking and just rubbing my hands together for 20 mins as couldn’t feel them and so cold. Everyone who came in added extra layers but mine were deep in my bag. Also I was soaked through anyway and wanted dry clothes for that night.
I stood in exactly the same spot waiting for the rain to stop. It never did! I had a gossamer gear umbrella that attached to my bag strap that worked really well though.
Aah you missed the decent views like me then. How do you find the umbrella? Does it stay on okay with your bag? Heard a few people mention them now I’ll have to look into them. Just imagine if it’s windy they’re a waste of time? Do let me know.
@@krisgleave it worked well. Slips a little bit but nothing major. I was in shorts and t shirt on the ascents and everyone else was sweating in a poncho. Doesn't work in any more than light wind. Supposed to be good in the desert for the sun too, but don't really need that in England lol
Yeah it definitely was Bernard. So glad the weather changed the next day as it also allowed drying the tent. More of the same the next day would’ve been soul destroying.
I appreciate your honesty about taking the shuttle! Just to clarify, it seems that skipping a section means you haven’t completed the entire Tour du Mont Blanc as it’s traditionally done. Either way, it’s great to see your journey
Thank you. I have a Mac so edit on Final Cut Pro and just used to that. You can use whatever you’re comfortable with. Even on your phone if it’s easier. CapCut is a great free software too and works on phone or laptop if you need somewhere to start. Can do lots with that too.
Shocking weather are you sure your not on the Carneddau 😂. Have you thought about getting a belay jacket, Ive got a Keela, great insulation that you put on over the waterproofs, nothing worse than the need to remove stuff especially when wet.
Yeah I’ve heard good things about Keela. I do have a much better jacket at home but wanted this for the colour 😂. On something like this too you want lightweight so the only other thing I could’ve done which would’ve been a great idea was to take a compactor sack or really rough big bag and cut head and arm holes. That would’ve helped to have on top.
Thank you. It was so tricky to film as it was hard enough in the rain and I was absolutely freezing and soaking on the way up. Glad I found the camera I would’ve been devastated losing it and the footage.
To people who say British mountaineering is crap. How would you compare the thrill of being in the alps to that of being in the lake district? PS l love the lakes, but my British mates will never join me there as there instinctly write off the British mountains as the are simply not as high
Great question and not an easy one to answer. I love long distance trails and being out on the trail…wherever it is. Yes it’s awesome to have different views, awesome vistas and more. But I get just the same thrill being up in the mountains on a decent hike. Think I remember saying in this video or another it felt like I was in the Lakes. Obviously just higher but hard to appreciate the elevation at times. Height isn’t everything. Some cracking mountains in wales and the lakes. Obviously lots in Scotland although I haven’t done much in there. But they’re another level up there.
Agree your actually showing us what it’s like through the good and bad which makes the best type of video on it.
Really appreciate that. I’ve always been like that with my videos as I watch a lot of YT of hikes before I go normally and then when I’m there I’m always surprised how different it is. Rather show exactly what it’s like as definitely some tough sections in this both physically but mentally too.
Bloody hell Kris, that was certainly a testing day for you! 😳
Good job it change the next day as couldn’t have done another day like that. Soaking wet and freezing 😞
hello Kris, well, that was a rough start to the day. I imagine that rain made those rocks a bit sketchy to walk on. I'm glad you found a place to warm up a little. weather like that is a good way to get hypothermia. Hopefully, the weather was more favorable for the rest of the trip and I'm very much looking forward to seeing the rest of this beautiful adventure.
Dwayne
Thanks Dwayne. The slippery parts were actually alright…is was more the driving rain, being soaked through to the bone and being freezing and obviously the tricky footing in all the water and crossings. Mentally draining and if that’s had carried on the following day it would’ve been really tough. Thankfully weather improved the next day.
And they call me the rain man 😂 ,great going guys see you in the morning 🌄
Hahaha if you were there Daz imagine how bad the rain would’ve been 😂
That start was a morale breaker..
Great effort.
The hostel looked bloody cosy.. especially if there was a little snoring 😂
It was actually really good but can imagine if you get the wrong people around you it could be a long night. I found it great. But yeah real mental tester the first half of the day.
“I’m still shaking… just been to the toilet”
Relatable 😂
Hahaha 😝
Love following your journey , up to now step by step what I did 11th to 16th sept . This section I had snow from Les Mottets to col de la Seigneurial. I’m looking forward to your next video 🏔️
Thank you…I bet it’s ace in the snow? Was your hike this year or another year? This was from early September so if it was this year gutted I just missed the snow.
That rain at the start of the day was grim, but you dug deep and pushed on. Enjoyed the video and look forward to day 3 😊
Thanks John. Not going to lie it was soul destroying at times as I was absolutely freezing as well as soaking.
Your both doing awesome look forward to seeing tomorrow video. Xx
Thanks Pam
Wow, couldn’t have been more different to the day I did this stage on 14 Sep. It was completely covered in snow, all the way up to Bonhomme, and quite deep going across to the refuge! Great video!
Was that the 14 Sep as in just a few weeks ago? My adventure was the start of September so if that’s the case that crazy with the snow. Or was this another year? I bet it’s epic in snow.
Excellent stuff, top decision to take the bus option & what a dream to get a bed in the refuge! 👍
I was so happy to get a bed. Also it was great to experience that side of it too. Meeting lots of other people all eating and chatting together. It’s the people you remember and where the memories are made so recommend anyone do that at least once.
The bus was such a good option. It was actually only €4 and allowed us to skip that little section along the valley especially after the torrential weather we’d had all day.
Great honest video Kris, really enjoyed it.
Thank you 🤘🏼
So easy to watch your vids mate. Keep em coming,!
Thanks Rob that’s nice. I know I waffle a lot though 😝
What an adventure mate 👌🏼 views are unreal even though the clouds were thick!
Yeah it was nice to get a few views and appreciate the elevation. Tough day though.
My god that looks absolutely brutal. Reminded me of doing Snowdon, weather was wicked 🌧
Haha yeah it was so grim the weather.
That looked a tough day pal. Respect ✊
Mentally tough as well as physically. I was absolutely freezing at the hut. Didn’t film inside it as literally shaking and just rubbing my hands together for 20 mins as couldn’t feel them and so cold. Everyone who came in added extra layers but mine were deep in my bag. Also I was soaked through anyway and wanted dry clothes for that night.
@@krisgleave absolutely 💪👍
This is weird watching this. I had tge same weather over col de bonhomme, you even sat in the same seat as me in the refugio!
Haha really? Love that! So like me you probably didn’t appreciate the amazing views I’m sure you get from up there which is a shame.
Enjoying this series and it's great to see you back buddy
Thanks Martin and glad you’re enjoying the videos.
I stood in exactly the same spot waiting for the rain to stop. It never did! I had a gossamer gear umbrella that attached to my bag strap that worked really well though.
Aah you missed the decent views like me then. How do you find the umbrella? Does it stay on okay with your bag? Heard a few people mention them now I’ll have to look into them. Just imagine if it’s windy they’re a waste of time? Do let me know.
@@krisgleave it worked well. Slips a little bit but nothing major. I was in shorts and t shirt on the ascents and everyone else was sweating in a poncho. Doesn't work in any more than light wind. Supposed to be good in the desert for the sun too, but don't really need that in England lol
That looked a mentally draining day more than physical, dug deep boys.🥩🍺🍺👍
Yeah it definitely was Bernard. So glad the weather changed the next day as it also allowed drying the tent. More of the same the next day would’ve been soul destroying.
I appreciate your honesty about taking the shuttle! Just to clarify, it seems that skipping a section means you haven’t completed the entire Tour du Mont Blanc as it’s traditionally done. Either way, it’s great to see your journey
Fair point I agree however for me I'm happy with what I achieved, Cheers James
Loving the trip kris it’s inspiring! May i ask what you use to edit or could you point me in the right direction please
Thank you. I have a Mac so edit on Final Cut Pro and just used to that. You can use whatever you’re comfortable with. Even on your phone if it’s easier. CapCut is a great free software too and works on phone or laptop if you need somewhere to start. Can do lots with that too.
Shocking weather are you sure your not on the Carneddau 😂. Have you thought about getting a belay jacket, Ive got a Keela, great insulation that you put on over the waterproofs, nothing worse than the need to remove stuff especially when wet.
Yeah I’ve heard good things about Keela. I do have a much better jacket at home but wanted this for the colour 😂. On something like this too you want lightweight so the only other thing I could’ve done which would’ve been a great idea was to take a compactor sack or really rough big bag and cut head and arm holes. That would’ve helped to have on top.
tough day, filmed it really well
Thank you. It was so tricky to film as it was hard enough in the rain and I was absolutely freezing and soaking on the way up. Glad I found the camera I would’ve been devastated losing it and the footage.
To people who say British mountaineering is crap. How would you compare the thrill of being in the alps to that of being in the lake district?
PS l love the lakes, but my British mates will never join me there as there instinctly write off the British mountains as the are simply not as high
Great question and not an easy one to answer. I love long distance trails and being out on the trail…wherever it is. Yes it’s awesome to have different views, awesome vistas and more. But I get just the same thrill being up in the mountains on a decent hike.
Think I remember saying in this video or another it felt like I was in the Lakes. Obviously just higher but hard to appreciate the elevation at times.
Height isn’t everything. Some cracking mountains in wales and the lakes. Obviously lots in Scotland although I haven’t done much in there. But they’re another level up there.
Its not cheating... If its "tactical"
Love that. My thoughts exactly and was well worth it after the morning id had on this one!
@@krisgleave I would’ve made a “tactical” call way sooner. A cracking series too. Really enjoying it. So happy I’ve found your channel.
@@chrislang7460 😂😂