Sorry for the delayed response, not been on KZbin much and all my notifications are off! I haven't had any issues with rain when I have taken it out. It's come through the vents a little bit but has withstood more rain than I thought it could.

Thanks 😊 I used my sierra design flex capacitor 60-75 litres. Took too much camera stuff, could have got my smaller pack without some of it!

The best!

Cheers!

Thank you 😊 It was a good walk!

Thanks 😊 certainly a good event, and they have events across the world too. Very tempted to go join a Croatia hike

Thank you 😊 The weather made for some better views!

It was great, completely out of my comfort zone for people but was still able to have time away from large groups, so that really helped! Much better weather these days so was able to actually see the fantastic views!

Thank you for the opportunity 😊

The tent got a lot of love from everyone, even had a couple with the big Agnes copper spur checking it out! Was a joy every night to be in it! Love that tent!

@@ramblebob1 be safe and enjoy😊

Cheers, weather got better for the final 3 days but can still get some enjoyment from the challenge with the weather!

Thanks Mark. Not a great summer, even by British standards is it? The first day wasn't really too bad weather wise, it was that second day. Apparently people who left later were getting hit by hailstones along the top of Fairfield, so the horizontal rain didn't seem so bad.

@@ramblebob1 A pleasure Chris. No, not a great summer so far. We take what we get. Hailstones? It'll be snowing next-ha ha! Take care.

Day 1 for me was an early start at At Bees with me leaving the beach at 6am, and arriving at Black Sail YHA at 4PM. Tony the Retired Hiker from Essex

Good going to get all the way to black sail hut on day 1. We thought we had done well to push it to the end of Ennerdale water.

Maybe one day I will give it a try in the other direction, got other routes to complete first! Unfortunately time and work gets in the way!

@@ramblebob1 Left Braintree in Essex and got driven up by a friend, arrived at St Bees at 4.30am and so after a fresh cup of coffee I started walking at 6am (mid summer so it was light enough to see) and stopped again at Nanny Catch Gill for 20 minutes to enjoy the peace and quiet. Arrived at Ennerdale Water approx 7-30/8.00am took a thirty minute bread to enjoy the view as I smoked my pipe then set off round the lake on the North Shore. Arrived at Black Sail approx 4PM and booked in for one night and met to Boss/Hostle Warden called Alex. Evening meal then bed at 10 pm. Up and breakfast at 7am then sat outside til the others finished their breakfast. Left Black Sail approx 8am to Borrowdale where I pitched up early to do some photography at 3pm. Self cooked evening meal then in bed by 10pm. Tony the Retired Hike

@@ramblebob1 Being retired now from work I have all the time in the World but I know my knee joints could not stand the punishment. So now I watch others do routes I have done in the past and pass on my memories of what they were doing. Tony the Retired Hiker in Essex

I would have preferred to not have the bright colour, but actually grown to love it. Guess new versions are a bit more muted then. Glad you like it, it's a great tent!

Yeah, I don't get on with bladders so works great as a mesh stuff pocket!

Cheers, I think I forgot to make the track mono! Should have used headphones to check! Thanks for letting me know, always something wrong with audio!

Cheers 😊 I'm looking forward to it!

If I'm on longer hikes I tend to only take my pack off at lunch and when I finish, probably need to take some time to appreciate the environment sometimes! I think I looked at a few Gregory packs when I was researching my first big buy but it came to a toss up between the sierra design or a gossamer gear.

@@ramblebob1 Yeah, sometimes we can go all morning or all day. I do stop a lot. Gregory have got some new packs out but Sierra have always been rated. Good purchase.

It's a beautiful tent! It is my favourite of all of them!

Me too… tried… 3days and 2nights.. rain and shine ❤❤❤

Yeah that was a beautiful sunset just between high crag and haystacks, the colours just stunning. I feel I have a decent selection for all my needs now I have the 4 seasons. Doesn't stop me looking though! Cheers! 😊

Agree with the night cat, my friend lanshan 2 had no inner. It does get a little annoying as it sags overnight, but it does its job for long distance when I'm not in it for too long. Was impressed with Trekkit, they had a good rewards program too, so I ended up getting the footprint basically for free when it came back in stock. I saw they were based down your neck of the woods. The wild country tents look like good tents.ni heard a lot of good things about Nordisk as well.

@@ramblebob1 It's funny I always look to see if there is an inner when seeking to buy a tent. Good to know yours works. Yeah, Trekkit are a good company-I've had a few bits off them over the years. Wild Country? This was an old heavy one - as for Nordisk I love the one I've got.

@WyeExplorer i don't mind inner in most cases, just to enclosed on the one person. With my big Agnes if you have the footprint you can pitch without the inner and save weight, which also means you can pitch fly first as well

It's easy to become gear obsessed! Money and space is the enemy. Am looking forward to getting out in the abisko in the winter, give it a proper test. Need a bit of a higher r value pad before that though

Looks like the Big Agnes tent at Salt Creek is a big hit! Thanks for subscribing!

Thanks 😊 it was great and a little bit less planned than many of my outings, and rushed getting up, which probably didn't help my sweat! Fingers crossed you'll get to see them sometime! Was just lucky it happened and was such a clear night

Thanks mate, no need to apologise for not sharing! My cherry bakewells and skittles were good enough for me! It was nice having a chat with you both and always interesting to see other peoples set up. Definitely need to be getting a chair back in the bag!

Thank you 😊 it was pretty lucky I just had planned earlier in the week to get out, so the lights were a bonus! It's a good little scramble patch, did enjoy the route. But fancied the easier route down!

Ha I was tempted to come across when the smell started wafting, smelt amazing! I don't do fancy cooking, just dehydrated stuff - mostly huel! Made the decision to just get a meal deal and some nice snacks! It was good to meet you guys too. Now get yourselves out on a 3 day trip in the lakes!

Thanks Mark. The weight loss is obviously something I am happy about, but did take me a long time to readjust my sleeping position! As for the water, I would rather go for running water but I have drunk from worse sources. The tent is a bit bright, but I do love it, roll back the two side doors and get a full 180 views, and so many storage parts including a gear loft above the feet end. Everything about this one was perfect - I think I said that many times!

@@ramblebob1 A pleasure Chris. Yeah, hats off - no wonder you're happy with the weight loss. Me too with running water but many pools I've come across are nice and clear. Hey, good to hear of the tent. A shelter we're comfortable with is important. Have a great weekend.

Thanks 😊 it was a wonderful pitch, and everything about the trip was amazing. Really a recharge for the soul. Ha sounds like many people ended up sleeping through it! Hopefully you'll get the luck to have one when you're out one day too.

It was a lovely hike, dotty loved it!

The views were brilliant, hard to beat the lakes!

Thanks Mark - I actually thought you might be surprised to see me having good weather on a trip! The wind didn't start till about 4:30, so the whole night was pretty much perfect, and wasn't that bad, just a bit biting on the hands as we packed away. His knee coped really well, I think it is the descents that causes him the issues though. But it didn't affect a brilliant trip.

@@ramblebob1 A pleasure Chris. Yeah, it was different for you good weather. Good to hear of the camp - I'd expect it to be fresh up at alt. Tell your mate to squat - lots of times and make a habit of it. He's got to train. Nice one.

@WyeExplorer we knew it would be chilly, especially at altitude. I was well kitted out and didn't feel any chills in the night. Left my door open to feel the gentle breeze as I slept.

@@ramblebob1 Hey, that's good Chris. I leave my door open too when it's not blowing a hooley.

@WyeExplorer I do love the feeling of the fresh air, even when it's a little crisp. Been a while since I had the chance!

It's more harsh when it is sideways in the wind... and more tongue in cheek - because I like the song.

It's definitely a good track, can't beat a bit of punk/ska. Thanks 😊

Does okay in moderate wind, wouldn't be confident on an exposed summit with strong gusts. It is a very good tent, a little bit heavier than some, but the 3 doors and nice storage features are very nice.

It will make a great addition to your face!

Cheers Mark. It was a stunning spot, the way the hill stands giving vast views all across the moors is breathtaking. Quite hard going as there is no actual path up, and pretty boggy. It was nice to not feel completely drained from hiking so far, but the morning views and sunshine did leave me with the itch to go on a big hike! If only time wasn't the enemy!

@@ramblebob1 A pleasure Chris. Yeah, it looked awesome mate. Good to hear you felt energetic and wanted to carry on. Some other time in the year then? Peace

Cheers mate. Always leave the place better if possible! I was happy to get the drone out in the morning, I did think I wasn't going to get the chance with the weather. It was a beautiful place.

I'll give your face great views! Cheers!

My mate did do the YWW when we had planned, he enjoyed it. It's convenient for me as the closest national trail. Hope you enjoy it if you do it!

Thanks, good to announce plans so I am less likely to be lazy!

Cheers Mark. I do love planning almost as much as hiking sometimes, even more so when creating my own little routes. Nothing like a good map! And thanks for the KZbin plan confidence! I don't want to come across like some sort of authority, but maybe it could inspire a few people. Also it's good to be inspired by the community, lots of great video makers on here sharing information. Always love the local information you give on your videos, and the personal stories.

@@ramblebob1 A pleasure Chris. Yeah, love to dream over a map. Always happy to support and encourage mate. Keep it up - well have the passion already. Thanks for the nice thoughts there. See you on the adventures.

Haha it's worth it in the end! And I am one of these old fashioned style carry everything you need, and a bit more just in case! Just avoid the few places where it has options for high routes and it's not so hard!

Cheers mate, I am fully huel powered (along with cereals, of course)

Thank you. There are many amazing spots and places to visit in the UK!