Dan -- You make it seem so easy. Perhaps in some of your future videos you could highlight particularly difficult parts of the climb, eg, this is a grade 3 scramble and should not be attempted by newbies, and highlight why these spots are so dangerous. There are many excellent climbers out there who are very good at what they do, and after reaching the summit may say "Oh that was a refreshing climb," and glide over the very dangerous parts which is what us newbies are interested in. A shot showing the perilous drop is also a good warning about how some of these climbs can go wrong. We appreciate all the good advice and excellent videos you produce.
@danpattinson22 күн бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching. You are right that we are all at different levels. That’s why it’s super important to review your route using various sources, especially if you are less experienced. Enjoy the hills and stay safe 😎
@LaHayeSaint21 күн бұрын
@@danpattinson Dan -- I believe that people who are interested in hill/mountain walking will find their own level eventually, but this requires practice and time. Newbies who clearly are not up for it, should consider taking a simpler route as you say. There is always another day to tackle that more difficult climb. Never pretend to be an experienced climber when you are not. Keeping a log book of your climbs is useful too.
@henryctaylorАй бұрын
Hi Dan, this is an amazing video series which I have enjoyed watching, thank you. Were other members of the group also affected by the altitude, and is it something you can 'train around' in advance before starting the trip?
@danpattinsonАй бұрын
Hi Henry, thanks for watching. One girl in our group was airlifted from Gorak Shep. Her vision was getting blurry as her brain was starting to swell! She was lucky to get down when she did. I think my issue was that I just wasn’t drinking enough. I’m not a big water drinker at the best of times, but I was only having about a litre each day. I should have been drinking around three. You can’t really train for the altitude, and you can be affected differently each time. The best thing is to take it slowly, ascend little by little, and drink plenty of water! Another good tip I would give is to take Vicks Vapor rub to help keep your nose clear during the night.
@outdoorwithoz52052 ай бұрын
Highly recommended to come for Mera peak the November.
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
I hope you are well Oz I would love to come but getting the time away from work is not so easy. One day I will come back though.
@DAoutdoors2 ай бұрын
Hi Dan. Superb, what a mountain Beinn Alligin is, just stunning, so glad the tops were clear for you. Thanks as ever for sharing you adventure. How tough were the horns. Was it a simple case of just take it steady and it’s fine? Cheers Dave 😀🥾⛰
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
Hi Dave. Yes the horns were mostly ok. There wasn’t one route up them, and I had a couple of squeaky bum moments, but I think I could have found better lines if I’d needed to. Loved this hike though, and I’d do it again.
@hikesome2 ай бұрын
This video beautifully encapsulates the serenity of the wilderness. The attention to detail in capturing the natural elements is truly commendable. Nice one Dan
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏 This was definitely one of my favourite ever hikes. Peaceful, but not too remote, with just enough technicality.
@elmarhikes2 ай бұрын
Glorious vistas! I planned a trip to Scotland just before Covid hit the world and had to cancel. But your video really makes me want to visit Scotland for a long hike.
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
It’s such an awesome place. I had actually planned to go to Morocco to climb mt Toubkal but put it on hold after the earthquake last year. That’s when I decided to take this trip. So glad I did. Get yourself up there. Just be prepared for the midges if you go in summer!
@ata18112 ай бұрын
Can’t really write a comment without using the word ‘stunning’ either. A marvellous video to get those boots walking again!! Thank you! A kick up the backside I was needing!✊🏼
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
Do it Alan! Is such an amazing place. I can’t recommend it enough. Plenty of spots for some wild camping too if you fancy it. ⛺️
@ata18112 ай бұрын
@@danpattinson How long does the round trip take ?
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
@ata1811 I spent 7 hours in total. I had just done Beinn Eighe the day before however so I was taking it steady. It’s about 5 miles flattish to and from the mountain, on an old Land Rover track, so easy walking.
@ata18112 ай бұрын
@@danpattinson thank you for taking time to reply. I’ve subscribed so looking forward to your next outing.
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
@ata1811 no problem. My hope is to inspire people to get out there. Thank you for subscribing. Next video is going to be Beinn Alligin. Another mega day out, and maybe my favourite ever hike.
@TubbyMTB2 ай бұрын
Stunning scenery Dan. I do like the silent movie format too, makes it more real 👌🏽
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
Cheers. Yeah silent is good rather than listening to me waffling on😂 Easier to film whilst on the move too.
@hikesome2 ай бұрын
Absolutely stunning! The way this video showcases the beauty of Scotland is just incredible. Hats off to you Dan!
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind comments 🙏 It’s hard to show some places badly. Thanks for watching.
@ervinslens2 ай бұрын
Absolutely stunning scenery man, such a gorgeous silent hike! 🥾🥾
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching. It is such a lovely area, and Suilven was a great day out, highly reccommended.
@DAoutdoors2 ай бұрын
Hi Dan. I’m very jealous, I loved Assynt and especially Suilven. I was up there around three years ago. I need to get back up there. Thank you for sharing your day with us and giving me the kick up the arse in arranging to get back up there. All the best mate Dave 😀🥾⛰🏴
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
It was amazing, not just the hike, but the whole area. I can't believe how little traffic there is up there! I also need to get back up and explore some more.
@m-dubz65382 ай бұрын
Wow. What a great walk, thanks for that. Random question; what boots do you wear? Cheers
@danpattinson2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. A great day out, I can thoroughly recommend if you’re up in the North of Scotland. My boots are Scarpa Maverick GTX. I got them last year on sale at go outdoors. I’ve used Scarpa boots for years. They always seem comfortable and seem to last.
@m-dubz65382 ай бұрын
Brilliant thanks, my ancient Brashers are due for replacement!
@KhurshidsChannel3 ай бұрын
Beautiful views. Great video. Thanks for sharing. sub & 👍9
@danpattinson3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and subscribing, glad you enjoyed it. It is such a beautiful place.
@DAoutdoors3 ай бұрын
Hi Dan. Great to see you back out again, and what a place to be out in. That Coire looking up to the triple buttress is just amazing. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us as always mate Dave 😀⛰🥾🏴🏴
@danpattinson3 ай бұрын
Thanks Dave. No slowing down for you I see. Cumbria Way looks like a good challenge, I look forward to following along. Scotland was so amazing, it’s another level. I just wish it was a little closer!
@DAoutdoors3 ай бұрын
@@danpattinson Cumbria Way was amazing mate, I’d definitely recommend it, just fantastic and we got so lucky with the weather. Yeah it is saint it. I always say Scotland is the lakes on speed. 🤣
@danpattinson3 ай бұрын
@DAoutdoors haha so true. Scotland is class.
@Paul-M01283 ай бұрын
Looks awesome Daniel
@danpattinson3 ай бұрын
It is such a lovely place. Some long days out if you want them, but well worth it.
@blueskies1333 ай бұрын
Looks mostly physical, rather than dangerous. There is not really any exposition so you just have to have the stamina to make it up , but other than that it looks moderate difficulty at most. Still, looks like a fun hike. Cheers.
@danpattinson3 ай бұрын
Yeah it’s not too bad. There’s only one awkward little move, but it is mostly just powering up the scree. I think most average hill walkers can manage it no problem. Thanks for watching 👍
@leeforeman36563 ай бұрын
Good evening, Dan. Tosson hill view's look fantastic. There are some impressive views in the hills up at linhopespout. Parking there can be crowded, however. 👍
@danpattinson3 ай бұрын
Yes some great views up there. I will have a look at Linhopespout next time I’m up. Although that’s looking like July atm 😔
@lostintransit58223 ай бұрын
It’s crazy that you’ve just popped up on my KZbin! I come in the shop! What a small world😂
@danpattinson3 ай бұрын
Hi 👋 . Say hello next time you’re in!
@28105wsking3 ай бұрын
It would be a better video without that awful hokey music. Just hiking please.
@wildernesstraining19574 ай бұрын
The lords take fascinates me! Probably because I’m on the edge of my vertigo at the prospect. Not to mention my age! I certainly wouldn’t come down it! Nice video, and thank you!
@dannimac7774 ай бұрын
Brought back memories of happier times when my wife and I climbed up and down Lords Rake, she while seven months pregnant. The weather became awful so we fled to North Wales where the weather was better. Next day we climbed up Tryfan.
@philware15464 ай бұрын
Right, so you can walk up it.... not really a scramble.
@danpattinson4 ай бұрын
It’s a grade 1 listed scramble, so yeah it really is a scramble
@DAoutdoors5 ай бұрын
HI Dan, great to see you back out in the Lakes again. We were up on the Dodds last Saturday, the snow was amazing, proper winter wonderland stuff. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us. All the best, Dave.
@danpattinson5 ай бұрын
Cheers Dave. It has been a little while. Good to see you are still getting out 👍
@jimmyoconnell61675 ай бұрын
Very nice dan 👍
@danpattinson5 ай бұрын
Thanks Jimmy 🙏 Glad you enjoyed it.
@Liamc866 ай бұрын
Just the type of vid I’ve been looking for, really helpful for knowing what to expect. Planning on doing Lingmell then scafell pike then up lords rake, is it easy to get to via mickledore or would you have to drop down a bit then head back up? Thanks
@danpattinson6 ай бұрын
Hi Liam. Glad you enjoyed the video. You can easily get from Mickledore to Lords Rake. I’m thinking over heading over soon to look at the west wall traverse and I think I’m going to drop in from Mickledore.
@Liamc866 ай бұрын
@@danpattinson brilliant, thanks mate. Also enjoyed your Tosson Hill vid, heading up there in a couple weeks the dog 👌🏻
@chrisbryant83176 ай бұрын
Personal opinion: I have done Lord's Rake four times and the last time almost two years ago when I was 60. It looks quite intimidating when you are stood at the bottom. On all occasions I took the right hand route. It's an enclosed scree gully with good hand grips all the way. It is moderately strenuous but a pure joy to do. Steadily make your way up checking foot and hand holds. The tricky bit is at the top where the check stone was. Prolly you'll need to remove your rucksack and take it on the left. You'll have to haul your ass up this bit. Take your time and enjoy the trip, it's not technically difficult. I don't like heights or exposure and you don't really experience this. There is really no where to fall anyway except a slide a few meters down the scree. Make sure your grips and just enjoy it. I would recommend being properly equipped esp with good boots.
@danpattinson6 ай бұрын
Hi Chris. Yeah it is a fun scramble up. I managed to squeeze up the right hand side on the tricky bit. It was tight though. I need to head back and do the west wall traverse.
@chrisbryant83176 ай бұрын
Hi Dan, thanks for your reply. I have been meaning to do the West wall traverse. Please get back there and do a great vid. That'll be awesome.@@danpattinson
@iaincphotography60517 ай бұрын
Twas a long time back the last time I did that, it looks bloody awful now, falling apart.
@user-lp2rg4il2t8 ай бұрын
Going scafell this weekend Saturday weather's looking ok any advice
@danpattinson8 ай бұрын
Hi Matt. Enjoy. Only advice I can think of if you are following this route is to keep a check of your route if you end up in the cloud. Most of the route should be ok in the frost too, just go steady.
@user-lp2rg4il2t8 ай бұрын
@danpattinson thank you I had a route planned but then I've seen a couple of other routes now so unsure but anything can happen and change I expect abit of frost and maybe some snow already on top of the mountains at this time of the year how long did you route take all together
@danpattinson8 ай бұрын
@user-lp2rg4il2t I was out for 7.5 hours including stops and faffing with the camera. 11.3 miles all in, so a fairly decent day out.
@B_Thornsb59749 ай бұрын
Such awsome scenery. Hikes like this just have to refresh the soul
@danpattinson9 ай бұрын
You can’t beat a nice peaceful hike on a clear day 👍
@waxonwaxoff609410 ай бұрын
hello we are on our way to Nepal next week , thank you for sharing your videos , they are really amazing and instructive . You didn't experience any altitude sickness ? you think because of the itinerary and the hike high + sleep low rotations ( quite amazed at the rotation you guys did at Machermo , did i hear right ? 5662 Meters ? ) . Thank you , Kindest regards
@danpattinson10 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching, it was a truly amazing trek. As for altitude sickness, yes I did get sick and didn’t make base camp. I put it down too food or a bug, but it could have been altitude. The one thing I think I could have been better at was drinking water. Make sure you drink plenty. Other tips I would give is take some Vics run to help clear your nose while you sleep. Also use a buff over your nose and mouth as much as possible to stop the cold air doing any damage. Even wear it while you sleep. Most of all enjoy and take loads of photos.
@OUTDOORALLY11 ай бұрын
Enjoyed that , new sub here 👍🏻🏕
@danpattinson11 ай бұрын
Hi Ally. Thanks for watching and the kind comments. I've subscribed to your channel too, looks like you have loads of content for me to get stuck in to. :)
@OUTDOORALLY11 ай бұрын
@@danpattinson much appreciated 👍🏻🏕
@danniedwards5750 Жыл бұрын
Hey is this the toughest route up and down?
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Hi. No not the toughest route. That would be up Broad Stand, but you are well into climbing territory then. Lord’s Rake can be made a little harder if you use the west wall traverse at the top.
@DAoutdoors Жыл бұрын
Hi Dan, lovely video mate, thanks so much for sharing your day with us, and RIP little Jasper.
@tonymontana4974 Жыл бұрын
Was only there last week
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Northumberland is great, so much quieter than the Lakes. Where did you stay? I'm back in a couple of weeks, but not decided what to tackle next time.
@worldcooking Жыл бұрын
🎉Great footage of these mountain landscapes!
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏 I love being up there, especially on a moody day.
@tonymontana4974 Жыл бұрын
Looks a good route think I will try that when I do scafell
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s a decent route. Interesting and nothing too steep other than lord’s rake and the short climb to it. Enjoy 👍
@ata1811 Жыл бұрын
Great video!!
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan, glad you enjoyed it 👍
@DAoutdoors Жыл бұрын
Hi Dan. Great to see you back out again mate. I’ve not done Sharp Edge yet but looking forward to it when I do. Thanks for sharing as always. I’m out in the hills on Sunday. Dad wants to do Red Screes from Kirkstone Inn so looking forward to that. It’s always a fun little scramble. Cheers Dave 😀⛰🥾🏴
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave. I’ve just changed jobs so been away from the fells a little while. Back on it now. I enjoyed Red Screes. It’s a nice summit, and a good climb up. The views north and south are great too. Enjoy it! 👍
@tonyhare8961 Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed that Dan - thanks
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony. Glad you enjoyed it. It’s a good loop, a little windier than I had expected that day.
@johncrabtree7709 Жыл бұрын
How many miles was this ? What is the quickest way up lords rake to scafell pike ?
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Hi John, My route was just under 11 miles from Seathwaite: explore.osmaps.com/route/13827874/scafells-inc-lords-rake?lat=54.475959&lon=-3.232537&zoom=12.3670&style=Leisure&type=2d If you are just wanting to go up Scafell Pike, then at Lingmell Col just head south east up the hill to the summit, and cut out the Lords Rake/Scafell section. Its still a great route, and works well in reverse too. The quickest/shortest route up to Lords Rake is from Wasdale Head, but it is brutally steep. Then from Scafell follow my route to Scafell Pike. Quick/short routes in my experience are not always the easiest or most interesting.
@johncrabtree7709 Жыл бұрын
@@danpattinson thankyou we want to do lords rake and scafell pike no more than 10 miles is that possible :)
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Only from Wasdale. Head straight up to lord’s Rake via lingmell gill and hollow stones. Then follow my route to Scafell Pike. Then follow the track North west towards Lingmell back down to Wasdale. It’s about 7 miles. The climb to lords rake is very steep and loose.
@johncrabtree7709 Жыл бұрын
@@danpattinson thankyou what’s the parking like a wasdale
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
I’m not sure what parking is like, I’ve never actually been to Wasdale. I arrive from the north east so it’s a long way to there for me.
@chrisbendall4215 Жыл бұрын
Great vlog of a classic ridge walk. The last time I started it was in 2005 and had to cut it short at Dale Head Tarn as the weather was too bad.! Will be in Lakeland in a couple of weeks (Low Lorton) so your vid has promted us to try it again 18 years later!!! That GoPro looks like it is working well and doing the trick the wind supression seems very effective and image stabilization looks impressive. I have an Akaso Brave 7 LE similar spec 4k etc but the GoPro is the dogs nuts tbh. Take care and you have a new subscriber.!
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Hi Chris, thanks for your kind comments. It’s a great loop, hopefully this nice weather holds for your trip. The GoPro is a great bit of kit, the benchmark for action cameras. I use a foam wind muffler with it too for even better wind noise reduction. I really need to get back to the lakes and make another video.
@DAoutdoors Жыл бұрын
Cracking video Dan, Red Screes was my first ever Wainwright. Thanks for sharing your adventure. I’ve started my own little channel, if you fancy a look.
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave. Red Screes is a nice fell. I will take a look at your channel for sure 👍
@DAoutdoors Жыл бұрын
@@danpattinson It’s nothing special, don’t get too excited! Haha
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
I had a little look and subscribed. The Relive app is great for storing your walks and memories. Its great that you can share them too on KZbin. I often watch others videos to get route ideas for my own adventures, your channel is perfect, thanks for sharing.
@DAoutdoors Жыл бұрын
@@danpattinson Thank you ever so much Dan. I really appreciate that. I’m the same, I watch videos and get ideas. If ever you need any info on any of the routes just give me a shout. Thanks once again.
@reluctantfellrunner Жыл бұрын
Nice trip out for you. Atmospheric in the clag. Best wishes on the next.
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thank you. We all usually wish for those blue sky days, but actually it is more interesting with some moody weather.
@baileyshayne1532 Жыл бұрын
"Promosm"
@m-dubz6538 Жыл бұрын
Blimey. Even from the comfort of my armchair that was terrifying. Kudos to you Sir!
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thank you. There is a certain amount of terror at times, but it certainly makes you feel alive.
@DAoutdoors Жыл бұрын
Wonderful series Dan, thanks for sharing your experience, absolutely brilliant! 😀🥾🏔️🇳🇵
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed it :)
@m-dubz6538 Жыл бұрын
Great stuff! Thanks
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad you have enjoyed it 😃
@TubbyMTB Жыл бұрын
I’m up to date with all your Everest videos now Dan. Absolutely stunning, what an adventure. Amazing experience, and you’ve captured it really well on video & camera. You did look rough when your were ill, surprised you managed to keep trekking on. Well done lad 👏🏾
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Cheers Steve. It was a tough but worthwhile experience. I will go back one day and have another go. 👍
@Paul-M0128 Жыл бұрын
Massive respect for what you have achieved Daniel (Baz's Dad)👌
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul. It was tough but still glad I did it. An amazing experience. I hope you've had a good hol :)
@karipintakivi9153 Жыл бұрын
I would never recommend an agency and local operator whose itinerary is too fast and dangerous causing clients to get AMS. There should be more flexibility for decent acclimatisation. Sad fact is that trekkers want short treks to save money and agencies offer those, causing unnecessary suffering, sometimes even death.
@danpattinson Жыл бұрын
One of the reasons I chose the trek I did was because it climbed slower than others I looked at. I think I was just unlucky and picked up a stomach bug and along with the altitude factor, made me rough. Most of the group were fine with the altitude, but obviously it effects different people in different ways. We saw many solo trekkers heading up as we were going down that were planning to gain too much elevation in one day.
@karipintakivi9153 Жыл бұрын
@@danpattinson Yeah, could be just bad luck, and if you had not been to those altitudes previously it could be genetic also. In my experience about 15% of trekkers start to have problems at above 4300m altitude. Maybe I was to hasty in my judgement. Better luck next time!