HIGH STILE Solo Mountain Wild Camp

[@davidbutterfield8911]

Not sure why your viewing figures are down Dave, great video and cracking drone footage. Was in Keswick this weekend, soggy Saturday and super Sunday. Did Coledale Horseshoe and could see the south side of my route on this vid, Grasmoor, Wandope, Crag Ill , Sail etc. Glad you’re not stopping, despite the drop in views. It’s all about those other views… the Fells. Keep em coming fella👏🏻🎒⛰from another Dave

[@Mark1967cotty]

Thanks Dave amazing video again

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Really appreciate that Mark 🙏🏻

[@johnchilds4979]

Another classic Dave. Honestly fella, you bring us so much pleasure.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks John. Really appreciate that 🙏🏻

[@Misty_mountains.360]

4.00pm and I timed it perfectly.. First viewer

[@BrosBrainsBroke]

I can't have been far behind 🤣🤣

[@Misty_mountains.360]

@@BrosBrainsBroke .. lol I'm finished noo was a crackin wee pitch he had wasn't it .. one thing I've still to do is pitch on top of a mountain ⛰️

[@BrosBrainsBroke]

@@Misty_mountains.360 me too 👍👍🏔️🌄

[@christinejones2205]

That was one hell of a sunset!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thanks Christine 🌅

[@normanc.2021]

I'm a little behind on watching videos due to poor phone service where my camp is in Maine. But what a nice trip that was Dave always enjoyable 👍 be safe my friend ✌️

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@Solohikeruk]

Love your video mate, glad you’ve chosen to complete your video instead of Hollywood, the voices you heard on high stile were probably tom cruise looking for you, fantastic place is buttermere, love the place

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Big thanks. Glad you enjoyed it 😁😎👍

[@adge_ventures4915]

Well in Dave, the ol' m and s merino long John's are belters.......always have those with me ☺️ Also, to reiterate a point I've already made, the longer format is ace. Enjoy a brew whilst watching it ☺️ Stay safe and well mate, Adge

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Adge. Big thanks 😎👍

[@lizkent2624]

Really interesting video with great views despite the mixed weather. The tunnel by the lake looked fun!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Liz. Yeah, tunnel is cool 😎

[@scorpiokitty9745]

Now that's a View with a Brew...indeed🤓🦋😁Excellent!!

[@jamesgilford6304]

Great Vid Dave! it certainly was filming for Mission impossible, my dad was doing some work for it and Mr Cruise was flying himself in each day from Grasmere!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Ah, nice one James that’s so cool. I never got a call. Maybe next time, eh 😂👍

[@adamsmith7405]

Top video Dave, bit of everything! Love the Buttermere area it’s a stunning place. ⛺️

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Adam. Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍

[@WainwrightWalksWiaLocalLad]

Yes it was for the upcoming Mission Impossible movie I was on Fleetwith Pike a couple of weeks ago.... loads of helicopter's flying. Young Tom...bet he's older than you!

[@scorpiokitty9745]

He is actually😂

[@WainwrightWalksWiaLocalLad]

@@scorpiokitty9745 thought so 😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers GSP. Yeah his a bit older. Bet I’d look as good as him on his money 💰💰💰 😁👍

[@missogyny4921]

Hi Dave, I reckon you fast-forwarded through that dreadul eroded descent from Red Pike to Bleaberry Tarn. I did it last summer and it’s like trying to walk on marbles - more a series of slides and falls than a walk!

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Yeah. It’s a tough one that. Even tougher carrying a mountain bike up, and down it 🤦🏻‍♂️😁

[@Misty_mountains.360]

Aye that was a good wee watch on a Sunday afternoon rest day for me , cracking pitch again mate and it wouldn't be a mountain camp without a bit of weather eh ,think you wore out the Tom cruise bit but well I probably would have too , 😀 .. keep up the good work 👏 🙌 👍 great watching without anyone trying to sell Us stuff . Thanks Dave .

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Arthur. Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍

[@Northern_Rockhopper]

This brings back some memories.. this is where I did my first ever wild camp earlier this year. Unreal views up there.

[@colinboxall2692]

I was there in March. Great memories. We were there last year when they filmed the Rising. Before heading to the Lakes we headed to the St Bees and the coastal path where Your mate Tom C was filming in the quarry and on the old steam train. Glad to see the drone. The mountain bike tale had me in stitches ~ all that way and then back down🤣🤣🤣. The drone is back 👍.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Good old Tom, eh 😁😎👍. Glad you enjoyed it Colin. ATB - Dave

[@phillipwilliams5246]

Well done Dave.Buttermere is a top place.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👍

[@martinhensonphotography]

I love the Lake District, and appreciate your work in creating these videos that shows in great detail areas many of us never venture, I'm getting a little old to get up the high peaks these days so seeing it from your point of view is always appreciated Dave, many thanks and keep up the good work while your body can do it

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Martin 🙏🏻

[@zjadaczkitu]

magnificent views! Great hike

[@garymartin557]

cracking pitch

[@philipnevin2027]

Video was very interesting, stunning shots of ridges and tops. Lake District is fabulous , have been to Patterdale, ascended High Street, Helvellyn and Place Fell. Staying at George Starkey hut. All the best Dave. Philip Nevin

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one Philip 😎👍

[@simonmundy5387]

No MISSION is IMPOSSIBLE for you Dave! Another superb video matey. Take care, Simon, Somerset.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Nice one Simon 😎👍. ATB Dave

[@harrylinsdell8114]

Breathtaking views again lovely place

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thanks Harry 👍🙏🏻

[@danielhill1029]

Another great video Dave look forward to next one 👍

[@merkyw4187]

That was just FANTASTIC DAVE what a nites entertainment in the basic campervan nerar the top of Ireland Malin Head...Tom C hasn't got a patch on you...really enjoyed that, you're vlogs are just getting better and better.. Great sense of humour and really like how you say it as it is..I don't know how you motivate yourself, I'm contemplating a wild camp tomorrow but seems every kind of midge and fly is out there !! :)

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Cheers Merky. Glad you enjoyed it my friend 😁👍

[@kelvinpell4571]

Just beautiful Dave. And in this perfect weather

[@CraceWorld]

Top video pal!🗻

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🙏🏻

[@buzzandselunsupervised649]

Spot on. Me and our lass are doing a 2 nighter next week. First night on Melbreak and second... :) lets see what happens. Stay safe and great film. Cheers Sel

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cool. Good luck with your camp guys 😎⛰⛺️👍

[@davemitchell8756]

Great work Dave, always a good watch 👍👍👏👏👏

[@StripeyHatGuy]

Stunning tour Dave, have never been south the border for a hike yet but it looks absolutely worth it! Liked a lot your pitch 😉👍 Thanks Stripey

[@andylittlebritain7680]

#priorities! 🤣 Another good un Dave.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😁Cheers Andy 👍

[@MountainManJohnFilms]

Can't wait till mine on Wednesday, wondering what weather I get. That really got me in the mood. What a pitch. Smiled at your comment on those down at the tarn 😜. I was the same years ago. I bumped into a large contingent at a hut in Switzerland filming touching the void. They lost my number too 😂..... great vid as usual Dave.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😆👍. Brilliant John😁. Good luck on Wednesday bud 🤞⛰⛺️👍

[@otf.outdoors]

Class camp that Dave, its lovely part of the lakes, looks like you found a good flat spot to pitch, and you're right, it's a cracking looking tent👌 Drone footage you got of your camp was brilliant👍, that lake just looked too good not to go in, cold I bet though 🤣, looking forward to where you end up on that next night, atb Mick 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Mick. Glad you enjoyed it. Let’s say the water was, refreshing 😁👍. ATB - Dave

[@unclepeteswildadventures]

Brilliant Dave. Another great vid.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks UP 😎👍

[@justtrombone76]

Buttermere superb, my mum and dad took me to the Fish Inn many a time, I have few bits of slate from Honister,did you find out why the helicopter was flying?. Looking forward to the next video ,keep them coming Dave your a legend.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers JT. It chopper was for Mission Impossible 👍

[@martinjordan5172]

Cracking stuff. Your eye for a good view and subsequent footage is spot on as always. You even managed to provide some great views of my next trip to Grasmore and surrounding fells. I wouldn't be too disappointed that you didn't get 'that call'. Hollywood's loss is our gain. 😀

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Good luck on your Grasmoor trip Martin😎. Yeah, Hollywood, Shmollywood 🙄😁👍

[@jonm4989]

So bizarre that you’ve just posted this video. I actually walked this route a week ago (going the other way round) and we ventured up Dodd before climbing Red Pike. Whilst on the summit of Dodd I thought this would be a great recommendation for a wild camp for you and I spent a couple of minutes checking out the ground for a flat pitch. My wife said “what are you doing?” and I had to laugh. Anyway it’s a terrific walk, but IMO definitely one to be attempted in kind weather.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Nice one Jon. Glad you enjoyed it 😎👍. ATB Dave

[@peterriley3249]

Forgot to ask you last video Dave climbing up a waterfall lol what boots were you wearing, I bought terra gtx scarpa new with tags £159.99 via e bay £95,00 delivered very light and tight to wear, but dangerous to wear when wet . . . Slippery is an under statement, I Normally wear berghaus or brasher full leather around the £120.00 go outdoors sale price, as for mission impossible defo with scarpa on show here

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

The boots were Scarpa Maverick GTX. A lightweight mid boot. Obviously very wet and slippery rocks in there so the boots were totally submerged. I have also used microspikes to good effect in similar situations.

[@Wildcamping101]

Superb that Dave. Views were amazing. That rain in the morning was no good though. Really enjoyed that one. Looks a cracking mountain. One for the future I think 👍🏼 great video. Take it easy! Craig

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one pal. I’d certainly recommend it. Big thanks for the lone of your Mini 1 drone, too 🙏🏻.

[@RobsAdventures]

Another great one mate although waking up to the sound of heavy rain is an awful feeling. Still, you’ve been I credibly lucky with weather for so many camps that a wet one was probably about due. Keep up the good work mate. 👍😊

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Thanks Rob👍. I’m not lucky, I’m just a fair weather camper 😜😎⛰⛺️👍

[@Thebluedocful]

Sorry Dave, promised to support every video, but I’ve been away. Again, loved this. My second favourite area in the lakes (behind Scafell massif - like you!). Okay, two questions! 1. The Trailblazer looks like it’s hanging low. Are you finding it more comfortable than your Osprey? 2. I’m still yet to do a two nighter in the lakes. Dying to do it, but the poo is the factor 😂 can put it off for one night, but not two. Do you factor a pub / hotel stop in for the two nighters? Also, I’ve still not parked at Gatesgarth farm for overnight parking, only through the day. No issues? You’re looking well 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Great to hear from you again Simon. Hope you had a good trip. The rucksack probably needed adjusting. I always forget to do it. I do like it tho but only for lighter loads up to say 12kg. Haha. Know what you mean about poo situation and rarely have to “go” on the mountain. I usually head into town after the first night. Get something to eat, re supply with food and “freshen up”. Then drive to a new filming location for the second night. Works really well for me. No problem parking at Gatesgarth. Just paid full price and came back early next day. ATB pal 🙏🏻

[@Thebluedocful]

@@TheSoloSummiteer thanks Dave, always a pleasure speaking with you. Always great you take the time to get back to us. I have been looking at the Atom Packs series; although I’ve noticed quite a few resales on eBay recently. Pricey. I’ll take your advice on a two nighter. In your favourite place on Thursday night… not sure which pike to pitch on yet! Gatesgarth may be a nice option - £15 overnight at the slate mine make you want to revert to Seathwaite… take care buddy 👍

[@Ian_Willcock]

Great video Dave 👍🏻🥾⛺️ can I ask what boots you are wearing on this one? I’m looking for some spring/summer new boots.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Ian. The boots are Scarpa Maverick Mid GTX. They’re a nice lightweight summer boot. ATB 👍

[@Ian_Willcock]

@@TheSoloSummiteer I’ll take a look at them. Cheers 👍🏻

[@raularaujo1466]

STUNNING video as all your videos, LOVE IT 👌🏾😉 The tent is Lanshan 1 Plus? I’m looking to get one for my first ever wild camping 😁

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Big thanks Raul. The tent is a MLD Duomid ⛺️👍

[@Turdbassist]

Awesome adventure again Dave. Scenery was amazing. It looked surprisingly human free. Must have been the heat warnings.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one pal. Big thanks 🙏🏻

[@jonm4989]

Whilst staying near here last week my wife and I did some wild swims in Buttermere and Crummock. Strangely we definitely found the water temperature in Crummock to be noticeably warmer than Buttermere despite Crummock being deeper and larger. I chatted with a local lad about it and he said he’d always swam in Crummock as it was well known to be a lot warmer, but he wasn’t sure why either. Maybe someone on YT might know? On another note I swam in Bassenthwaite on the last day of our holiday and although it was nice and warm, the water wasn’t anywhere near as clear as Crummock or Buttermere. A day later I came down with a nasty tummy bug which lasted a couple of days so I regret the swim in Bassenthwaite.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

That’s interesting Jon. I did not know that. Stomach bug don’t sound great. I try to make sure I don’t drink any of the water when I’m swimming. Not swam in Bassenthwaite tho. Take care - Dave

[@jonm4989]

@@TheSoloSummiteer thanks Dave on another note I thought I’d take a dip in Bleaberry Tarn before climbing Red Pike. I managed to venture into the tarn, but quickly retreated when I realised how cold it was 😂. Somehow I reckon you’d have braved it for the camera, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Anyway I love your vids so many thanks for what you do 🙏

[@JackKlumpass]

Cracking video Dave. Not sure when you went up but I was by Grassmoor this afternoon and heat was too much for me and don’t start me on yesterday! I couldn’t get to top of red screes by Kirkstone in that heat, my breathing was just gone mate. You could’ve fried an egg in those rocks. I dunno how you guys do it!! 👹

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Chris👍. Yeah it’s tough in this heat for sure 🥵

[@unvaccinated_proletariat6960]

Nice Dave, what trekking pole tent is that please?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers. It’s a MLD Duomid 👍

[@unvaccinated_proletariat6960]

@@TheSoloSummiteer 🙏

[@leesnowdon6192]

Hi dave where did you park whilst doing high style we were going to do it about 6 weeks ago ended up on the wrong side of buttermere lake😂

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Oh no Lee 😁. I parked at Gatesgarth Farm 👍

[@leesnowdon6192]

@@TheSoloSummiteer thanks dave

[@michaelblack9813]

Two things Dave Is your Equity card valid? Have you forgotten anything ? Great vid as always trying to catch up on your latest two videos. ATB Michael

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha. Cheers Michael. I’m still on standby and awaiting a call 👍

[@paulhancock6588]

Another great video Dave really enjoyed this one,just a quick question where did you get that bottle holder you have on your rucksack strap please cheers 👍🏻😎

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Paul. It’s a Mammut bottle holder 👍

[@IrelandRider]

I know you was only joking, but I bet you a beer, you really did leave your number and card, who wouldn't with an opportunity like that 😉. It looked warm to begin with, I'm sure it still was, though the clouds certainly closed in when you got to the top, or should I say mist, still clear enough to see them views though before it started raining, but it only seemed like a light shower 🤗. I'm glad you didn't crash into Tom's helicopter with your drone haha, the views you smashed again buddy 👏 🙌. Great vestibule in that tent. You got it so taught too, omg no wine just water this time and forgetting your sleep mat, I'm surprised 😅. It always seems to pee down when you have to pack your tent away, sods law I guess. Glad the z-lite sufficed and you didn't sleep to badly. I'll look forward to seeing you in your next adventure (M.I. franchise/film lol) and getting that beer off you, that I know you owe me haha 😄. Great video though Dave 😀 🤙nice one 👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Haha😆. Brilliant Richard👍. Nice one. I’m still awaiting that call 📞 😁

[@IrelandRider]

@@TheSoloSummiteer that sounds like you owe me a beer lol 😆 fingers crossed that call comes soon, enjoy the rest of your day buddy 🤙👍

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

😆👍

[@OB_1979]

Hello Dave , I’m the scouser you bumped into in Buttermere a few weeks back. Is this the video from that weekend? Superb .All the best

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Hiya. Yes this is the same day. Great to meet you guys 😎

[@tonyhare8961]

Hi Dave, great vid as ever - did you buy your Duomid direct from MLD - there seem to be no stockists in the UK - I guess you could use any inner designed for a pyramid style tent?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Hi Tony. Yeah, ordered it directly from MLD (took about 10 weeks to arrive). The inner is a 3fulgear single inner; although I’ve recently ordered the MLD inner.

[@lostintransit5822]

Can't believe they took a bloody chopper, I told them to be covert if they wanted to catch the guy doing all the wainwrights 😆 🤣

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣. I’m not a bagger! 😆👍

[@lostintransit5822]

@@TheSoloSummiteer 🤣yeah I know👍 love the video and the banter

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Nice one😁👍. Unfortunately some just don’t seem to get it 🤷‍♂️

[@barrygargett4827]

Hi Dave, what tent is it mate?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

MLD Duomid, Barry 👍

[@davehopper7928]

Hi Dave, spoke to you on hereva while back now I have finally got all but my backpack kit together for my first wild camp. What is the best size backpack to have I have various packs my biggest is a 35/45 ltr. Can you help.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Hi Dave. My summer pack is the Montane Trailblazer 44. I also have an Osprey Atmos 50 and 65. I tend to use these in winter when I need to carry more kit. The problem with a bigger rucksack is the you will inevitably try to fill it. Then you’ve got to carry it. Not great carrying a heavy rucksack up mountains. You will probably take way too much stuff on your first few camps. 35/45 should be fine for summer, once you get used to knowing what you need. HTH - Dave

[@RollrightKnights]

What's the water bottle sleeve you have on the strap of the Montane Trailblazer 44? (I have the same backpack) - cheers

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

It’s a Mammut bottle holder J 👍

[@RollrightKnights]

@@TheSoloSummiteer superb thanks very much! ✊

[@TheOneLegWanderer]

Hi Dave. Relatively new to your Chanel. Love your content I’m not as brave as you tho. I’m thinking of getting an MLD duo mid but what walking poles are you using there buddy?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Craig. I got some Leki poles and some carbon cork Black Diamond poles. The Duomid comes with a pole extender that’s best suited to the BD poles. HTH

[@BTurner.]

Another great video Dave, I’ve just had a good night on Rampsgill Head / Kidsty Pike and the weather was perfect for a change. I’m curious as to what camera you use and do you use a wireless mic?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Many thanks. I just use an old GoPro 7 with a wind sock. Sometimes use my iPhone.

[@BTurner.]

@@TheSoloSummiteer Thanks for the info. You seem to have better audio quality than me with my GoPro Hero 8. I do have the Rode Wireless Mic too but it’s a bit of a faff using it although it’s very good.

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

@@BTurner. yeah. Know what you mean. I have an external mic too, but rarely use it because of the faffing about

[@AquaRos2]

Witch brand of tent did you use on this tour?

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

MLD

[@eddyarundale1566]

👋🏻

[@jacklister6985]

Dave!!! Its pronounced MEL BREK! from a proper west cumbrian ;)

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Cheers Jack 👍

[@ianbarnett]

More like Johnny English…😉

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣😆😁👍

[@ianbarnett]

Forgot to make my other comment. Really enjoyed this one. Last week my son and I did Dalehead to Robinson and return. The day after, he went and camped (his first solo camp!) on Whiteless Pike, then bagged Grassmoor the next morning before breakfast! So the views were a real treat to look back on last weeks walk from a different perspective… and the weather was perfect! Hope you are continuing to do well during the trying times you are having…

[@Solohikeruk]

Forget tom cruise, more like daniel craig lol,

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

🤣😆😁

[@Olan...]

Did you tell Tom that he needs to get a Selfie stick and get rid of his entourage and Chopper and decrease his carbon footprint......he will never be a Big You Tube star like you if he needs all them props......Bloody Yanks !

[@TheSoloSummiteer]

Aye 😆 🤳. He just a bloody amateur 😁