Beinn a' Ghlo, Blair Atholl

[@andy-astro]

Great video guys. Nice'n'crunchy. Cheers.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Andy, You can't beat a nice bit of crunch.... magic. Cheers, Charlie

[@anniemack4282]

Been watching for a wee while now. Your descriptions and commentary are terrific. Very enjoyable. Thank you for posting.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Annie, Its great that you enjoy viewing our outings especially when the weather is play the game. Many thanks for taking the time to view. Cheers, Charlie

[@davidyuille6083]

Lovely seeing this under winter conditions. You've really captured the light well here. 👍 The long walk-out on The Yellow Brick Road 'builds character' especially on a hot day. 😆 All the best chaps. Dave..

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi David, I remember the yellow brick road from our last visit and it helped with our decision to go back over the tops as it seems to go on for ever 🤣. Cheers, Charlie

[@ACshinealight]

2 super fit dedicated mountain men I hope you both give us this content for another 20 years or more. Brilliant as always charlie

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi AC, Hope you are well. It would be a nice thought having another 20 mountain years but I think my knees have other ideas 🤣... but until then we bash on. A few big days planned this year so we need a bit of legwork to kick off the season. Take care, Charlie

[@thelifeofbrian282]

Another great video Charlie 👍 cracking conditions 🏔️ beautiful shot right at the beginning of the walk 🥾 Superb 👌 atb Brian 👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

HI Brian, Many thanks. We're hoping to get another day this week for a few tops as the weather doesn't appear to be doing too much. We'll probably start going further afield if this keeps up particularly with the slightly longer days. Cheers, Charlie

[@barrieshaw5465]

Superb.👏👏👏 Looked like it was a braw day..

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Barrie, Another cracker of a day and although it was cold when exposed to the wind it was a joy. Cheers, Charlie

[@jamesingram2885]

Hi Charlie great January getting 2 sets done already, you and mike are having great fun up there, it did look a bit cold on Beinn a Ghlo it certainly keeps you moving on a colder day, thanks for the sharing, 🙂

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi James, Yes, we've had a couple of good days and we're thinking of heading further north if this mild spell continues which would be earlier than normal. Cheers, Charlie

[@jonathanwillingham9113]

You had a cracking day, lovely views. Quite breezy, I imagine the windchill was quite sharp? Nice hills those three. Thank you for sharing the video.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Jonathan, Yes, pretty cold on the tops and many layers were required to keep the temperature up. They are a really good grouping for this time of year. Cheers, Charlie

[@MUNROSnCORBETTS]

You two certainly stepped that one oot Charlie some going! That was some great views also well worth the effort. Cheers C&M peter.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Peter, Its great to take advantage of a cracking day. That area never disappoints. Cheers, Charlie

[@andythemunroeater9884]

Great video of a great looking day. Always amazes me seeing you both still doing munros and making it look effortless. Good job 👊

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Andy, Many thanks. It’s also amazing to us 😂😂 Cheers, Charlie

[@Kev_Russ]

Well done lads. Another fine weather day. 😎

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Kev, A wee bit of luck with the weather as we didn't expect it to be quite as nice but just magic. Could it be that winter is on the way out? Cheers, Charlie

[@Kev_Russ]

@@charliemccartney7055 think winter will give us one last bite.

[@charliemccartney7055]

@@Kev_Russ I think your right. A bit of wishfully thinking on my part. Cheers

[@paulrichards5895]

Cheers guys

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Paul, Glad you enjoyed viewing yesterdays outing. This coming weeks weather isn't looking as promising but hopefully this mild spell will continue. Cheers, Charlie

[@andrewlorimer5189]

Wonderful, great walk, also cycled the Glen tilt loop, great day.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Andrew, Its such a great area for the outdoors with the numerous tracks for easier access. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie

[@Alan-iu2el]

Well done, really enjoyed watching 👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Alan, Glad you enjoyed yesterdays outing. A bit cold on the tops but a cracking day. Cheers, Charlie

[@markalanshaw4950]

Hi Charlie, A fine walk, I did the 1st one Carn Leith, but a schoolboy error I tried compression sock and they had my feet battered rubbing, it was summer and a hot day, so a good excuse to go back and do a few more at some stage, nice little place Blair Atholl but campsite the pitch was on a slope but a great site Otherwise!, I highly recommend people visit the area. Mark Shaw.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Mark, Perthshire is certainly a beautiful part of Scotland for all things outdoors and beyond. We have a holiday caravan in the area so it's common ground for us. You'll enjoy a return visit as the area has benefited from being in the Cairngorms National Park with better paths and parking. Cheers, Charlie

[@markalanshaw4950]

@@charliemccartney7055 Hi Charlie, thankyou for reply, it is a fantastic area Perthshire, maybe not as fantastic as Torridon way but still good! I did the Pentlands on Wednesday then back to Edinburgh for Arthur's Seat in the dark, not too keen climbing in darkness but had summit to myself! I wish I had a Mike to Climb with, my pal is very busy with work and kids! I can only do Edinburgh area to get back for my dog, me and my ex did some crazy routes when young Liathach by a new route plus the Bucheille straight up front and the north of Glen coe. Mark

[@charliemccartney7055]

@@markalanshaw4950 Well done as any exercise is always good and you're doing a fair amount of walking in the Pentlands and Arthur's Seat. The days are stretching out now so it won't be long until we have enough daylight for extended days. Cheers, Charlie

[@alistairthow1384]

Hill fitness!!! I went a wee walk around the back of Dunoon and could feel my knees rattling 🙄 Gonna need a lot more work before attempting anything big. 😥

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Alistair, It just gets harder the older we get. Poor knees are also my problem but just got to keep at it to keep the legs in condition which always helps. Cheers, Charlie

[@graemestrachan7580]

Cracking day you had there guys. Thanks for sharing.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Graeme, Many thanks for taking the time to view yesterdays outing. A cracking day but pretty cold on the tops. Cheers, Charlie

[@MTNRanger915]

Great there’s a bigger car park now

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi David, It'll make a big difference here. The meter would be too long in appearing as the fittings are all ready for it. Cheers, Charlie

[@murdo1111]

Magnificent. The light as you approached the summit of Carn Liath on the way back was awesome. One of my favourite places. Perhaps it's a sign of my age that the majestic scenery is only improved by decent parking facilities. Best wishes, Murdo

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Murdo, The light through the day was fantastic. Unfortunately the camera doesn't quite pick up just how dramatic it is. Another great day 👍Cheers, Charlie

[@scottishclimber7630]

That was a great trip yesterday Charlie with excellent views. You made the ascent and then reascent look effortless as you quickly covered the ground. Certainly a good stretch for the legs.👍 ATB Derek

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Derek, Its was a super day yesterday although pretty cold on the tops. Beinn a' Ghlo is ideal for an in/out route as I've always thought the low level walk out from the last Munro goes on for ever. Cheers, Charlie

[@janicemiddlemass5215]

Well done you make it look so easy Charlie that certainly was a good leg work out thank you for sharing always good to watch your videos 😊

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Janice, Many thanks for your continued viewing. This lack of snow and mild weather has got us thinking of heading farther north a bit sooner than normal. We'll see... Cheers, Charlie

[@hikingwithfrank315]

Nice one Charlie & Mike, stunning conditions which I love. Good to see yo got them to yourselves. We were up Ben Lomond yesterday and there must have been around 100 up there.😂😂 ATB Frank.

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Frank, There was a few walkers about but once we turned for home we didn't see anyone. A great day but bloody cold. I saw Paul's snippet upload of yesterdays trip so will look forward to viewing later in the week. Cheers, Charlie

[@itsablack1]

Love those weather conditions up the hills, looks like you guys did the right thing on Saturday . the weather turned out better that I expected and missed a hillwalking opportunity? Good to see there is finally good car parking there , an informative video 👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi itsablack1, The car park is looking grand especially with no meter yet 🙂The east was always going to fare better on Sat and the forecast was about spot on. Many thanks for taking a look. Cheers, Charlie

[@PAADVENTURES1]

That's a massive car park! I guess this shows the increase in popularity of hill walking in the last few years. A cracking walk guys and again some amazing views. The blue skies with those lazy hazy clouds looks amazing! On your gopro Charlie do you use the wide angle setting?. Ta. Paul

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Paul, Yes, I have the camera set on wider and 4k, 30fps when capturing the videos. I've experimented with a few different views but have settled for the wide when in the hills. The camera is always quickly accessible either in the pack holder or in pouch around the waist during the winter. I also have a hand warmer in the pouch just to ensure it doesn't freeze when the wind chill is severe. Cheers, Charlie

[@PAADVENTURES1]

@@charliemccartney7055 cheers Charlie. I have been using my phone but switching over to a GoPro. Looking forward to trying it tomorrow 👍👍

[@charliemccartney7055]

@@PAADVENTURES1 Paul, I've also tried the media mod on my camera but didn't find a big difference in the sound in the mountain environment. I simply use a foam windshiel which I'm happy with and it saves any mucking about with media mod. I'll be interested to see how you get on.. Cheers

[@michellegrant5928]

Spiffy new cap, Charlie. Something I wonder when I watch winter hiking videos from Scotland: Scottish hikers all seem to favour true crampons, rather than microspikes, which you'll typically see worn in North America in winter, unless you're actually ice climbing. Do you think there's a specific reason, or is it just a regional preference?

[@charliemccartney7055]

Hi Michelle, Its amazing what hats you buy when they are going cheap 🤣. I've no experience with micro spikes but I've always preferred the security and rigidity of the large spike particularly on steep ice or mixed terrain. I've looked at a pair in the past but never taken the step the purchase. Cheers, Charlie