I had to do most Munro’s solo after my climbing pal had a hip replacements. Fortunately he was a rock climber and I did most of the Cuillin Munro’s with him. I managed Sgurr Mhic Choinnich on my own but I needed Martin Moran, the guide to get me up Inn Pinn.I’m pleased that on your Munro videos , the routes you have taken have almost always been the same as I took so it’s great to be able to retrace almost every step. Thanks again , Charlie.
@DickusCopernicus3 жыл бұрын
Great video. The only time I was on Cairngorm the weather station looked like an over iced Christmas cake. Derry Cairngorm was my last hill, done in shorts November 2007 from Derry Lodge. As we sat on, top a squad of soldiers came running by from Ben Macdui, goodness knows where they were going. Now all my walking is done on KZbin. Thanks for the adventure.
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hello, What a cracking hill to complete on and especially coming in from Derry Lodge when you're certainly warmed up before taking the height. Glad our outing provided a wee flashback to your day. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie.
@geoffreysutton7603 жыл бұрын
A real treat, Charlie, for anyone who's been across the tundra. The crunch of feet on the grit really re-creates the experience. Many, many thanks.
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Geoffrey, The grit paths are one of the many Cairngorm attributes that makes for an enjoyable experience. I can never quite understand some walkers dislike for the high plateau. Cheers, Charlie.
@grahamhaines99312 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
@charliemccartney70552 жыл бұрын
Hi Graham, glad you enjoyed our Cairngorms outing. Many thanks for watching. Cheers Charlie
@thelifeofbrian2822 жыл бұрын
Great video Charlie, pity about the wind, thinking of doing this route with a wee wildcamp at the Loch ⛺ atb Brian 👍
@charliemccartney70552 жыл бұрын
Hi Brian, The loch is a super camping spot and should offer a bit of wind protection. Have a great overnighter when it comes round. Cheers, Charlie.
@russellwhyte8063 жыл бұрын
Looks like you’d a grand day Charlie. I headed west to Ballachulish, shared the the wind with you but certainly didn’t get any views. I have to say I’m always impressed with the speed you two move at..
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Russell, The forecast looked as if you needed to be in the east for the best chance of clear tops. The wind was a bugger but the clear tops made up for it. We try and keep the hill legs going with some local hill walking when not away at the bigger tops which helps keep us reasonably fit but there isn't an easy answer you've just got to go do it. Cheers, Charlie.
@barrieshaw54653 жыл бұрын
Superb👏👏👏👏
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Barrie, Many thanks for taking the time to view our last outing. Great to get clear tops for a change. Cheers Charlie
@colinmorrison15073 жыл бұрын
What an absolutely fantastic film, stunning, thank you very much.
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Colin, Many thanks for taking the time to view yesterday’s trip. It was a super day and surprising busy for midweek. Cheers, Charlie.
@paulkelly98203 жыл бұрын
Brilliant Charlie, keep them coming!
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, Glad you enjoyed our recent Cairngorms trip and I appreciate you taking the time to view. Cheers, Charlie
@hikingwithfrank3153 жыл бұрын
Another great day out Charlie, I’ve only managed 3 Munro’s in the Cairngorms so far, so your vids are always inspiring. Love the big Tor’s on the 2nd one, great views as well.👍🏴🏔
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Frank, The Cairngorms take an effort to get around with the extra height and distance to get at the tops but has a distinct character to any other area. Always a joy getting into this area even although I’m normally knackered getting back out of it 😀. Cheers Charlie
@andy-astro3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff guys, lovely scenery. I've not been that far east yet, probably next year for me now with the days shortening and rough weather recently. Certainly could feel the wind just watching some of those scenes, especially those quivering tufts at the last cairn. Looking forward to the next one. Cheers, Andy.
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Andy, I'm sure you'll enjoy the Cairngorm experience once you give them a go. They're bulk just make them a bit different to other mountain ranges across Scotland. Cheers, Charlie.
@ianevans71103 жыл бұрын
Great video, Charlie. Long time since I've been there. Footpaths in places are like walking along the high street. Things have certainly changed over the years.
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Ian, Yes the Cairngorms changed when the national park came into being and a lot of path work followed. Always an enjoyable outing although the bulk and height of the tops are deceiving. Cheers, Charlie
@ScottishMountainGoat3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic Charlie! That's some distance / ascent you both put in. I love that area of the Cairngorms. Some of my favourite views up there. Thanks for sharing them with us!
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Kris, The Cairngorms is always a great place to visit for a different feel from any other areas. The height and bulk of the hills plus the walk in distance make them quite unique. Great place…. We wanted to get onto a few tops before winter takes a hold. Cheers, Charlie.
@ScottishMountainGoat3 жыл бұрын
@@charliemccartney7055 You certainly did that Charlie. I'm sure winter won't stop you! 😀
@1plough3 жыл бұрын
Another superb video, thank you
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hello, Thanks you very much and many thanks for taking the time to view yesterday's outing. Cheers, Charlie.
@johnarmstrong40153 жыл бұрын
Great video, lots of memories. many thanks for sharing. ATB
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi John, Glad we were able to bring back some happy memories with our outing. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie.
@ianmckay69723 жыл бұрын
Wow that's a long day Charlie, you both are really fit,Ian Dundee
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Ian, It’s great getting some bigger days in before the shorter days are on the scene. The Cairngorms are idea for that. Cheers, Charlie.
@majornova83573 жыл бұрын
great film, big day :)
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hello, Many thanks for taking the time to view yesterday’s outing. A super day albeit a bit blowy as the day went on. Cheers, Charlie.
@jamesingram28853 жыл бұрын
cracking video Charlie, it certainly looked a bit windy on macdui, well done guys,
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi James, The wind gradually increased through the day to the point blowing you off your feet at a few stages. Fortunately we were on the way down by then. Cheers, Charlie.
@anthonycrainie52713 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing Charlie! 👏👏 That's the route I'll probably take on Saturday morning. Another great video 😁
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Anthony, It’s always great to get a look at the challenge before you go. Hope you have a settled, clear day doing the round. Cheers, Charlie🤞
@LindaOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Great video Charlie! Both of you must be super fit. Nice to see a different route up Beinn Mheadhoin. I climbed it & Derry Cairngorm from Derry Lodge recently with the dog. Loved the big summit torr! 👍
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Linda, Yes, I saw your Cairngorm trip with the midges. Beinn Mheadhoin is that bit different than the norm but it’s generally been blowing a gale when we’re there which involves lying on the rock. The Cairngorms is special and has a totally different feel to any other areas. The long walk just to get to the hills adds to the love/hate feeling that walkers have for the place. Many thanks for watching. Cheers, Charlie.
@whenigotothemountains12033 жыл бұрын
Most enjoyable. I love that area and it looked perfect walking conditions. It’s a steep drop and pull up from cairngorm to Mheadhoin. My kids were young when I took them and they still resent my route planning that day. Atb gordon
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Gordon, Glad our outing brought back a memory blast of this area. You just can’t beat the family character building outings when the kids are young.. Cheers Charlie
@whenigotothemountains12033 жыл бұрын
@@charliemccartney7055 that’s what I told them :-). To be fair, it hasn’t put them off!
@LarryBees3 жыл бұрын
Another Top Day Guys !! 👍😀
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Larry, The Cairngorms always gives us bigger days particularly when the forecast is good. Long walk in are generally the norm just to get the hills. Cheers Charlie.
@michallowther41602 жыл бұрын
Just discovered your videos Charlie. Impressed with the quality and informed commentary. I am 80 this year and compleated on Ladhar Bheinn in 2008. I am no longer fit enough to get out so it’s lovely to retrace my journey through your videos. Curious about your companion....your brother ? Keep them coming !
@charliemccartney70552 жыл бұрын
Hi Michal, Glad that you can get memory bursts from our outings and I'm sure there are many places where we are retracing your steps. Mike, is my identical twin which is just great when you have partner with equal capabilities......lol. Cheers, Charlie.
@onion_wind3 жыл бұрын
A Big day out 👍
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hello, zunkwind, Yes, a big day but great to have a clear day completing the route around Loch Avon. Cheers, Charlie.
@PAADVENTURES13 жыл бұрын
Half the weather you where expecting Charlie! that's a big day...I haven't seen that route before? is that your own? Ta Paul.
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, Just trying to get the most munros for the day to match capabilities. The route also allows different options for getting over the remaining tops. Cheers, Charlie
@alistairthow13843 жыл бұрын
Another big day out lads. Do you ever go down the goat path in the northern corrie's, is it much of a time saver?
@charliemccartney70553 жыл бұрын
Hi Alistair, No, we haven’t tried the goat path but we’ll add it to the list as we’ve a few trips planned in the Cairngorms. Cheers, Charlie.