48 hours exploring the Elan Valley & Cambrian Mountains, Mid Wales | Solo Wild Camping

One weekend between lockdown's, in August 2020 (Summer... apparently!), I escaped to the Elan Valley, cycled my way around the roads (and some not-so-road-like roads), wild camped, and explored the Cambrian Mountains for the first time - and wow they are stunning!!!
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[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

I have to say this girl impresses me! She's got boundless energy, full of fun, nothing bothers her, or is too much trouble and she's always happy! Good on ya girl 👍👍👍👍

[@wbev_thai1666]

She gives me energy just watching her lol , her fitness and enthusiasm is just awesome to watch , great personality lol

[@FitforAdventure]

Haha thank you - it's the outdoors effect. You should see me when I'm working and can't get out - face like I'm chewing a wasp 😂 Thanks so much for watching - really appreciate it 😊

[@DartmoorPaul]

@gbwildlife check out Sarah’s “tips for solo camping”. Genius!

[@heavycloud9545]

I had no idea you suffered from sleep paralysis…. I am so sorry you have to suffer these terrifying episodes, you seem to deal with it really well though but for reassurance you will always be safe & you will always be okay.

[@abigailearley5479]

Locationally challenged, I'm writing that down 😂 you inspire me and I love your honesty. Don't ever change, keep up the good work encouraging us women to be brave and just get out there 👍😁

[@70something.89]

They should take your videos and prescribe them on the NHS as an antidepressant. They certainly cheer me up.

[@juliareed9823]

Dude. EVERY night before you go to sleep, clear your space of “heavy“ energies, with golden light and then put a circle ⭕️ of golden light around you for protection. Intention is everything. Just do it, whether you believe this can help or not! The small daughter of a friend can see what she calls “ the shadow people” I told my friend to do this. She did it every night for over a year and the one time that she forgot, her daughter woke her up terrified and saying that the shadow people were back. It works!

[@pipandbenji]

"Never lost, just locationallly challenged" Classic!

[@StephenKingvideo]

An amazing presenter. You should be on mainstream TV.

[@TheOriginal_BigMac]

This channel is criminally under-appreciated

[@Jermeister]

5 seconds into the video and I'm already chuckling. Though I have an idea of what to expect, your comedy antics burst out when I least expect it! 🤣

[@_moto_marc3854]

I get the sleep thing too. It's terrable. Not had it in a while but stress or being overtired is when u get it. So refreshing to hear its not just me......

[@FitforAdventure]

ah man it sucks doesn't it! I'm actually surprised at how many people have commented on this video saying they get it too. It's somethingI've not mentioned to many people because I didn't think anyone would of heard of it! So yeh, we're not as freaky as we thought... or maybe we are, but there's many of us in this freaky club 😂

[@vemacrinnon9752]

#Fit for Adventure Your sleep paralysis thing doesn't make you a weirdo at all, in fact I think you showed courage to talk openly about it, so it just makes you more lovable and engaging. I love your vids, thanks for posting. x Ve

[@gwyn409]

A beautiful nearly untouched area of Wales, love it up there.

[@krisztian3909]

Awesome video. Pro editing, motivating content. Thank You for taking your time to make this!

[@SteJohnAllen]

Your energy, enthusiasm, editing and just you in general are brilliant - I love watching your videos, they're really interesting!

[@FitforAdventure]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate you watching. I film on a GoPro hero 9, and iPhone 11

[@SteJohnAllen]

@@FitforAdventure No problem - and that's cool, keep up the good work with your filming, it's great!

[@jimmycburfield5997]

Now it’s not to everybody’s tastes but bare with me! This is like watching The Eurovision contest. There’s drama, moments of triumph and challenge, there’s the surreal, the humour and performance but above all there’s inspiration and a welcome sense of fun. Excellent stuff, thanks for making and posting.

[@mattglyndwr8622]

I used to get sleep paralysis a lot. I think its more to do with REM sleep and lack of good sleep. It's a frightening experience and I used to see red eyes and shadows around me. Your not crazy Sarah! It affects quite a lot of people. Love your videos though they are awesome

[@J-Walks-007]

Your absolutely bonkers!😂... in a great way, fair play to you for ploughing on through all that lashing rain and just smiling throughout 😂 brilliant 👍🏻

[@FitforAdventure]

Thanks dude - I've come to enjoy the rain living in Wales, kind of 😅. Thanks so much for watching!

[@PaulBradshawMedia]

What a wicked antidote to lockdown/ pandemic/ LIFE this channel is! You’re the perfect travel guide/ companion: funny, engaging, positive. I’m looking forward to seeing your channel/ community grow! A true natural!

[@anna__bella_k]

Absolutely loved this adventure! Everything I love about the outdoors 💚

[@galalon2417]

Very nice. Like her sense of humor, and witty manner. If you experience sleep paralysis than, you must be gifted with altered state of consciousness. You can perceive things that other people cannot. Please dont let it scare you, for it is actually a side effect to a gift.

[@Oldlard]

I've never been sworn at so much in a KZbin video and it was great.

[@wildcamping1502]

Well for a welsh Girl who can't pronounce welsh word's makes me feel Good about my reading of welsh place names, I used to suffer badly with sleep paralysis I would feel like I was awake but as hard as I tried I couldn't move or even shout out And it felt like forever before I could even move a finger or kick out and then wake up in a panic, as I have got older it seams to have left me but I understand your fear of it and the dread of going to sleep, Love your videos Sarah good to see you out again, Do keep safe and well, Les.

[@petergaretine5226]

I’ve been laid up this week with leg injury and found myself watching more KZbin videos than I care to mention.. Bottom line I’ve come across 2 channels that are without doubt the best out there. Your channel and the Bearded brothers (cycle touring).... brilliant.

[@FitforAdventure]

Aaaw thank you so much! I hope your leg is on the mend - KZbin viewing is time well spent I recon... and on that note I'm going to check out Bearded Brothers 😄 Thanks for watching and leaving an awesome comment, much appreciated 😊

[@davidharris1562]

The Beard Brothers are good, they haven’t posted in a while though

[@petergaretine5226]

@@davidharris1562 yea, I know, most likely due to COVID. Sarah’s last video was a hoot though...

[@andrewdavis9223]

Love your sense of humour every time I see one of your videos keep up the good work

[@malajusted1]

You’re a great watch - great to see your boundless energy . It’s infectious. Sleep paralysis must be terrifying

[@FitforAdventure]

Thank you! I really appreciate you watching and commenting. Yeh it's honestly ridiculous - for practically an entire year I honestly thought we needed to get an exorcism done on our house 😂🤦🏼‍♀️

[@craigweightman799]

You crack me up Sarah your little quarks and craziness is absolutely brilliant i love this channel keep up the great work.

[@FitforAdventure]

thank you dude - cheers for watching, and commenting, appreciated 😊

[@davidharris1562]

Brilliant video, Elan Valley and the Cambrian Mountain, are a stunning area,

[@FitforAdventure]

Thank you! 😊 It’s an awesome area, can’t wait to get back there 🙌🏻

[@davidharris1562]

@@FitforAdventure me to

[@cameirusisu1024]

I love the cambrian mountains, the most remote place in the UK south of the highlands. You can walk all day and see no one, and they have a beauty all of their own. Going south from Elan its a nice walk over to Drygarn Fwar and the devils staircase. Well worth it.

[@FitforAdventure]

Funnily enough I did Drygarn Fawr just a couple of weeks ago - exactly as you said, didn’t see a soul 😊

[@mudlakemicrobes]

It must be so nice to be able to cook in your tent and not have to worry about bears stealing your chocolate. Have a Google of The Bearmuda Triangle to see what Im on about :)

[@MyMountaingoat]

Watched it straight away 😅 you are defo mad. Everybody should have an inner Sarah how much fun would life be 😄 keep up the fab work young lady 😉

[@theadventurousallotmenteer6582]

*looks at sign in Welsh* "ah f*** off" .. I can't stop laughing... great videos!

[@UkeCouldntMakeItUp]

oh that filter looks like a game changer,.. sold!

[@jasonbrook6002]

Awesome video, keep up the good work. Nice to see my local stomping ground and it’s almost always raining up there in the green desert!

[@WyeExplorer]

It is cracking Jason I agree. Done a fair bit of walking there. You live in a great spot.

[@FitforAdventure]

Thanks dude. Great place to live, even if it rains a lot - I guess they put the reservoirs there for a reason 😂 Thanks for watching - appreciated!

[@WyeExplorer]

@@FitforAdventure That's Ok. Yeah, it's the largest catchment in Wales. But what inspired you to speak of the Wye?

[@bonariablackie4047]

To endure sleep paralysis in a tent and STILL go on, is truly astonishing. You must have been terrified.

[@grimlightwildoutdoors]

Barking mad but in the best way possible simply full of life, care free and just goes for it putting it simply AWESOME 😀🤣😂🤣😀😆👍❤️❤️❤️

[@grimlightwildoutdoors]

Sub from me too you gotta follow this friendly nutter🙏🙏👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️

[@stephenwilde3985]

Yet another fantastic video, if the BBC would put on shows like this the entire country would pay the licence fee, keep it up Sarah your f#@king awesome 👏 👍🙂

[@StuartSuper79]

That’s why I prefer watching KZbin then anything to do with the BBC 👍🏻 🏕

[@GaryMcKinnonUFO]

I first had sleep paralysis when i was 8, in a tent camping in Montgomery, Wales.People who get this often get lucid dreams too.

[@markpeterson5067]

A real person with the occasional swear word. A great smile and other facial expressions that set the scene. Dancing in the landscape, being inspiring and factual. She makes me smile and laugh. She takes you on the adventure whether you want to go or not, at the end it feels like a shared experience. "The Force Is Strong With This One."

[@woongtv-naturehealing273]

The view of the dam is so beautiful. Your bike riding video is so cool. Crossing the water with a bicycle on your shoulder is the best moment. I'm honored to be your best channel friend. Have a nice day. 👍👍👍🤙🤙🤙👌

[@kenmason9354]

Your mad, but totally brilliant, good fun and inspiring👏👍

[@MyMountaingoat]

I'm still laughing 😅😅🤣. Hope you have a better sleep tonight young lady 😴🙂

[@NyctophileXIII]

One thing I absolutely adore about the UK is all the MOSS! I visited in 2015 and 2018 and just fell in love with the moss on everything. Our environment here allows for very little of it, so it always gives me a little shot of joy to see it. :) The source of the Severn is so lovely!

[@steveg8549]

I have had it exactly how you say a demon holding me down unable to breath or shout proper scary

[@robertwright4651]

Great video your nuts and nothing phases you and that's what adventures are all about big 👍 from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 keep safe

[@martinscammell8790]

You need your own TV show bloody entertaining 😤

[@grahamambridge2856]

Yes also had that sleep thing.. Weird isn't it. Same tent too I think. Fab vids.

[@redbarron7293]

Epic run out in atrocious weather..... Crocks needed for river crossings and a mountain bike required for them perfect Welsh tarmac ribbons.

[@MyMountaingoat]

Hey Sarah. Cant wait for your next mad antics.......hurry up 😃

[@daviemcf]

Great video Sarah,take care, 😊

[@AllenBoardman]

Me and a bunch of folk headed exactly where you were this summer, but we didn't have 25c tyres on haha. Another fun film, thanks for sharing.

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Why did it take me so long to find this channel? 🤔🙂👍Thank goodness someone at Haze Outdoors recommended you. So much fun. 😁

[@davey.59dave]

Well that was exciting 😊done that trip to sauce of severn 10 years ago from liverpool. good times, enjoyed watching your adventure sarah brought back memorys thx. 👍

[@wasters47]

Fantastic this video just got better as you went along. Your one liners are so funny. Very enjoyable watch :)

[@bangyai3194]

Another great video and your choice of background music is much better than most .Actually goes with the video footage. Really enjoyed watching . Thanks so much and God bless three in one coffee

[@fuzzidelic]

Such a nice blend of upbeat chat and stunning scenes.

[@23032malvernmick]

Thank's for shearing your weekend around the Cambrian Mountains and the Elan Valley I must agree with you it's a very wild and stunning place and I have been up on the tops in your very Welsh rain when it's coming sideways with the wind.

[@celticwanderer6407]

i agree she is one amazing lady , she got so much guts what she does i take my hat of to her ,well done welshie

[@4seasonbackpacking]

Nice part of the Island you funny bugger. I suffered Psychosis in past from lack of sleep to much coffee. Great video. All best Richard

[@jefferypike2304]

Sarah it’s never a dull moment with you around love watching you doing your crazy things keep it up good luck on the next trip

[@Stardust_4]

Special shout out to your editing and sound mixing skills Sarah👏🏼🤘🏼. I can't wait to visit wales post the current lockdown😃 good video once again👌🏼

[@FitforAdventure]

This one was another hard edit because of all the terrible audio and wet camera haha! Thank you for watching :-)

[@carolgingell5077]

Yes, no rush. It's beautiful up there.

[@williamlong7188]

Just subscribed to your channel this past few days . Quite glad I did . You look a funny beautiful person to be around surprised you not got your own comedy show on tv you a funny girl bringing us out of the doldrums of lockdown with a bit of laughter in the great outdoors. Keep up the great work.

[@rachaelduddle7161]

We loved watching this tonight! Not quite sure how you managed to ride on those roads with your roady!! Great effort, so inspirational, and we cant wait till the next adventure :)

[@FitforAdventure]

pure luck I think 😂 Thank you for watching, and commenting, very much appreciaed 😊 - hope the kids don't class my language as home schooling 😂

[@gooner8david]

What a personality !surely a star n the making shine on you crazy diamond x

[@IBwildcat]

Fantastic video Sarah, as usual. I love that part of mid-Wales and you brought back lots of good memories. Weather expectations were pretty normal based on my experience. Well done. Magic 👍🏻👍🏻

[@FitforAdventure]

Glad you enjoyed it! T'is an awesome area, and it's good to know the weather gods weren't singling me out 😂 Thanks for watching Ian! 😊

[@AdventuringEden]

Heading West from the Elan Valley along that mountain road is one of the nicest roads I've ridden. Stunning part of Wales.

[@missy183]

Beautiful music 🎶🎵👌❤

[@harryvanrijn6366]

We were around there in August as well and got caught in the rain at Elan Valley. So nice to see roads I cycled on, streams our children played in, junctions I turned right. All great stuff, loved your style!

[@stuartsservicing9424]

Loved this video. Must Visit this place . I love wild camping ⛺️.

[@petergaretine5226]

Your videos just make me smile.

[@jameshubbard2856]

you need to come walking in the Norwegian mountains...... I've done trips alone for up to 20 days and not seen anyone!! - the views will also blow your mind...

[@bennyhill4228]

The Natural drench soggy microphone sounds are awesome, just add subtitles like ya did

[@Peter-ig7wr]

You don’t sound like a nutter at all, I’ve had sleep paralysis too, it’s terrifying. Great episode!

[@Olan...]

River crossing tip with bike .....don't carry it use it like a crutch and wheel it accross ....much more stable on your feet that way ......your welcome love ✋🏼👍

[@MarkDaviesThailand]

You are a larf ( In a very complimentary sense.) Subscribed 🙏 ding ding.

[@jackwestwood8913]

Love seeing my old playground from undergrad days! - sooo much bog

[@FitforAdventure]

Aaaaw awesome! Bit of nostalgia for you haha. Omg yes boggy ain't even a strong enough word. I really do think the UK hiking boot market needs a bog compatibility rating system 😂 Thanks for watching dude

[@jackwestwood8913]

Not sure weather it counts as nostalgia when Its not even been a year since I finished 😂 Agree on the bog compatibility though !!!

[@FitforAdventure]

@@jackwestwood8913 mate I’m nostalgic about my last meal 😂 That could be a lockdown thing though

[@cymro6537]

I love this area of mid Wales - not many tourists go there - they all head for Pembrokeshire or Snowdonia.

[@neilhogan858]

just found your channel what a breath of fresh air mad as a bag of frogs but brill

[@fullstopnextchapter]

The lamas' with the short necks!!!! haha Loved this vlog. Elan Valley is so pretty. We used to live in Ledbury and would love a road trip to Elan Valley. I was laughing at how much further you must cycle or walk to go back and get your camera too. I notice you had Salomon Quest boots on - I adore mine. So comfy.

[@WyeExplorer]

I live in Hereford. I'd often visit Ledbury. Nice little town. I love the Cambrians. If you would like to see more please do visit my channel. Peace. Mark

[@williecollins5833]

You're never lost,just locationaly challenged,love it,you're a legend x

[@danielcargill8019]

Crazy waterfall

[@alexdehotot2712]

gravel cycling and the Prodigy. Epic weekend!

[@gwenllianroberts5857]

7 vowels in welsh, w and y are vowels, so Ysbyty Ystwyth actually has loads! Epic video - well done!

[@FitforAdventure]

I seriously need some Welsh lessons lol. Thank you for watching it! :-)

[@AdventureDeNorthVlogs]

Great 👍

[@charleshindley-lange-pw2sw]

Drum rollllllllll- most hilarious adventurer award goessssssssss tooooo YOUUUUU🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@frankbrooks5966]

I hate sleep paralysis, thankfully I don’t experience it too often. I think it’s quite common and nowt to be scared or worried about. And yeees you are totally nuts…thank goodness!

[@sarahey]

Great video, really enjoyed it! I've had sleep paralysis too, my understanding is that it can be triggered when your sleep is disturbed which would make sense that it happened on a wild weather night in a tent. That mix of parts of your brain being awake and parts in dreaming sleep produces some crazy effects eh! But what's most crazy is how similar people's experiences are cross culturally and across different times in history. That sense of some kind of presence being there is just so damn real!

[@steveg8549]

Doesn’t it make you wonder why we all experience the same sort of thing it’s so consistent with other peoples experiences. Something is real about it I think

[@hayleylovell4347]

Gosh Sarah, watching your videos never gets old. I can’t think of anyone who is more charismatic! Where did you start the hike and do you have any info on the route you took? Could it be made into a 2 night backpacking trip?

[@LeeLeesAdventures]

Hi Sarah its great to see your adventure what happened to the Ullapool video finishing your scotland trip. Was so looking forward to seeing that, talking about your dream sleep thing it must have been your thoughts and worries of a man in a van coming into your tent when you where asleep and plying on your mind, it was great to see you out and about again stay safe love best wishes from your noe one fans 😂😉 michael & Kim from nottingham

[@FitforAdventure]

Part 4 from Ullapool has just gone live - hope you enjoy it, my adopted parents 😂😊🙌🏻

[@ChemNerd23]

Your (comedic) commentary throughout this video is ace! Thanks for sharing your adventure and for the inspiration to explore a new area.

[@MattsBrabus]

First time I've seen your videos. Brilliant

[@CarterCreativeContent]

Such a great style...and sounds like lucid dreaming to me.

[@steveproud846]

Your vids are a refreshing change from the rest.😂👍

[@marcandsebe]

I had a holiday in the Elan valley. Stunning area to visit.

[@markscott5142]

Everything about this and you is amazing ! Subscribed !

[@bobprince1472]

Absolutely loved this.

[@clifficus]

Nothing like stirring your coffee with the brush you used on your bike chain yesterday 😂

[@bennyhill4228]

" like a wind Bucket " i prefer that to wind sock xD, Brilliant!, Haha the stream crossing was epic. 12:04 Horse says whey my legs not round?

[@angellnathan]

Great video! So funny! Time for gravel bike / tourer I think!!

[@Offensiveword]

That track/road would be good on a motorbike 🏍

[@wantingawinner]

happened to me lots of times, had to learn to close my eyes again and dont panic, lots of people wear those eye covers so it doesnt happen,

[@nosek666]

Lol another cracking video. That idea of crossing this river with bike on your back lol brilliant. Love Wales to bits,especially places like this remote and wild.You have as much energy as my kids,they can run all day like headless chickens;)

[@markbeales122]

Rain, in Wales ! How unusual!

[@FitforAdventure]

😂 hence all the reservoirs lol 😊

[@mikepiper8799]

@@FitforAdventure No risk of hosepipe bans though! Brilliant videos, keep 'em coming!