Hiking in Ireland (beginners) Top 5 Tips

[@mammyrambles2197]

Have cut up an old rollmat to make a comfy sit pad. The ground is almost always damp! Makes a massive difference to comfort when having that welcome cuppa. Also football socks make a cheap alternative to hiking socks.

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Some great ideas, even if it is dry sitting on a stone can chill your bum. I've used the GAA socks myself way back, however, I wouldn't recommend them during on a multi-day or thru-hike

[@PatrickGD]

A rock of sense. Keep up the good work.

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Thank you very much.

[@eobeara]

Hi Mike, a fellow Irish hiker here. I would add - don't be afraid to ask questions of other hikers, plan your hikes in advance, and know what to do if the worst happens. Have fun!

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Hi Eoin, thanks for commenting. Good tips, learning and taking heed for people more experienced is very important.

[@olegbrazhnyk]

The video production on your channel keeps getting better, keep up the good work! :)

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Thank you very much, I still feel I have a lot to improve upon but I'm glad you've noticed the progress.

[@daveoneill3623]

Fantastic 🇮🇪👍🥃🤝👏

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Thanks 🤙

[@johndillon4991]

Great video Mike!

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Thank you very much John

[@lizreed6835]

Wow...never knew there was an issue with banana skins or apple cores. Thank you for the video!

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

You're welcome Liz. Yeah, it is a bit of an issue particularly in busy hiking spots.

[@lizreed6835]

@@MountainMikesAdventures I am hoping to visit Ireland in the Fall for hiking and sight seeing. Will keep your tips in mind.

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

@@lizreed6835 Ah excellent, well you arrive I hope you have a lovely time.

[@ornat]

Great video for beginners! Did not know banana skins were such a problem! I've been using that as plant food for years so just assumed they would be ok and disintegrate after a few weeks... Thankfully I don't bring bananas on hikes myself, I hate it when they get squished 😅No one likes to find a gooey banana in their bag after a day's hike 😒

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Haha, no it wouldn't be my favourite thing to find 😅. Sure I use to do the same thing with apples when starting out until I learned about leave no trace. We are always learning.

[@rdshred4]

Hydration, plenty of fluids, and sunscreen, even though its cloudy as anything over here, you can get burnt even after an hour, dead simple tips, but at the start i got both wrong!

[@pollyod1]

I'll be dreaming about the banana skin mountain tonight

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Try not slipping on any 😅 you'll only keep waking up.

[@timmclaughlin1881]

Great tips! I’m hoping to be in Ireland for a few weeks in Sept, and wondering if there are any good used gear stores? I don’t want to haul a bunch of gear from the US. Thanks,

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

🤔 I can't think of anywhere to be honest but let me throw this up on my social media and I'll get back to you.

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

So I was asking around and I couldn't find anything, sorry. Only one person offering to lend some stuff.

[@ToughSoles]

The only thing I can think of is Facebook Marketplace? But don't know of any physical used gear stores unfortunately

[@johnm8085]

Sorry about your ankle man. Make sure you get Xcellent physical therapy and Rehab that injury. Before getting back on the trail

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Thanks, yeah I've been going to physio and working on it. There's the temptation to try and get as soon as possible but I need to make sure I'm back to full fitness.

[@anirudhronaldo9084]

Hello mate! Couldn't find the IG @ of Alan..maybe be changed id? The link you provided didn't work.

[@longstrider461]

Nice!!! Some top tips based on some years of hiking!!! If i was to ever make a KZbin video of hiking in Ireland, I'd repeat everything you said for point 2 about clothing. One of the saddest stories I know is of someone I met who gave hiking a go. They spent €200 on a pair of boots.......... and only wore them ONCE!!! Hiking wasn't for them!!! Such a waste!!!!

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Yeah, I've also spoken to a couple of people with a very similar story. Such a waste.

[@soletrail]

Well Mike.. great video man. Just found your channel. Sub from me mate. Hope the leg healed up.

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

Amazing, thank you for the sub ❤️. Yeah, it healed up nicely with some mobility and I'm back fighting fit. I'm actually competing in the All-Ireland Hillwalking Championships this year and doing alright 🤙

[@soletrail]

@@MountainMikesAdventures happy days man. Nothing worse than an injury especially if it keeps you from what you love. Good on you Mike. Is it the Kerry way run your doing? Saw it recently.

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

@@soletrail that is on a future list but this is basically a peak bagging competition in Ireland. My first year at and I'm loving it.

[@soletrail]

@@MountainMikesAdventures brilliant stuff. Enjoy man and stay safe. Enjoying your channel. ✌️

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

@@soletrail thank you so much dude, really appreciate that

[@DLM440]

Off topic but You are so handsome. I’d love to see you with tighter stubble and shorter slicked hair.

[@MountainMikesAdventures]

😅 A bit off topic alright but thanks. The beard has been trimmed since I filmed this and the mop to be chopped soon, however, I'm not so sure about the slicked hair 🤔😄