PROJECT VERTICAL | 11 days on Ben Nevis for Men’s Mental Health.

Donation Link: uk.movember.com/mospace/13756477 (open until 10/12/2020).
PROJECT VERTICAL:
Monotony. Dread. Loneliness. Pain. Darkness. Doubt. Fear. Fight. Shame.
Everything that this project represents, and sadly what thousands of men suffer from in silence every single day.
This doesn't have to be the case.
An attempt at the world's first Vertical Marathon (42.2km of vertical gain) in 11 days, to raise funds and awareness for men's health and suicide prevention during Movember.
We climbed our own mountain, to encourage others to climb theirs, whatever that may be.
We covered over 205 miles, with 26,500m of vertical gain in the 11 days we gave ourselves, and most importantly, know that the project managed to start some meaningful conversations along the way.
Be a man of more words, as talking saves lives.
Film by Rolling Rogues: shot by Brodie Hood; edited by Daniel Shepherd.
HUGE THANK YOU TO:
- Tigerlily Edinburgh
- Thrudark
- Osprey Europe
- Vivobarefoot
- Gymshark
- Awesome Supplements
- EB Watches
- Contact Coffee Co
- Gaz Banford (Duratus Mind)
- Jahama Estates
- Lochaber MRT

[@markbrownlie232]

As someone who's also suffered for years with suicidal ideation, negative thoughts, navigating ever-confusing emotions and feeling incredibly alone with them - I was so connected to what you guys were saying. I still climb my own mountain on a regular basis, but I've developed resilience from weightlifting, training and therapy for a number of years now. Seeing you guys be so vulnerable and so open about it was incredibly moving. I know I wont be alone in thinking - I needed this today and will continue to be inspired by this in the days to come.

[@fabandell]

It's hard to put into words how inspiring this is. The challenge perfectly embodies the message and I loved seeing behind the scenes of it all!

[@PrimalHyroxUK]

Fergus you are a shining light, thank god you made it through the darkness, you are an inspiration to many.

[@tubefreakmuva]

Jesus that's a real hill to climb. Mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually and geologically. What an inspiration guys x

[@ferguscrawley95]

Thanks man!

[@iliasherbalist]

Even though I'm subscribed to your channel for a while, I JUST watched this video. As a man and as a man who also has suffered with mental health issues, I truly thank you for you efforts and for your content. The point at the summit with the 80-year-old climber sharing his story and you crying, I don't know why exactly, but I found it beautiful, cleansing and truly touching. Real men cry.

[@calvickerstaff1483]

Nick Gardner is from the wee village I grew up in. My parents cared for him and Janet during that time. Seeing his incredible mental strength and physical accomplishment at that age was incredible, a true inspiration. Whatever your struggle, whatever your situation, talk about it, do something about it. Thank you to Fergus and Jonny for both your stark acknowledgment of these huge issues and for your continually commitment in going above and beyond to support young men both in the UK and worldwide

[@adamwest9666]

Beautiful to watch, cheers to you both (and your outstanding crew and support team) for realising the true meaning of the challenge and smashing it.

[@sam_metal]

Very cool to see the behind the scenes of the whole thing. What an incredible effort, Fergus and Johnathan. Thank you for bringing light to this issue and sharing your journey with the world!

[@jakebuczak]

Congratulations again guys! This video is epic! I struggled climbing Ben Nevis once! I couldn't imagine what you've both gone through.

[@AaronTeale]

Well done bro! Happy to have been there and shared a day with you! :)

[@fonzyb1270]

Brilliant work guys, absolute respect and admiration for both of you, not for the faint hearted!!

[@mattparratt6418]

Seriously impressive in all respects. Good work you're both doing - keep on keeping on.

[@lawrencecreeney9457]

Amazing. So raw and honest. You all should be so proud of your work and the work you are doing. Again this was amazing.

[@themartiandefender2128]

Just watching this Fergus, lots already rings true and I had my issues in 2010 which have definitely left me more vulnerable to things that previously I would've just shrugged off ! Keep fighting mate !

[@no_excuses]

What an amazing undertaking you set yourselves well done to all involved . I'm sure your effort, pain and resiliences to keep going will provide strength to many people and inspire them to share their message to seek a different path in life.. What an amazing cause to support ...

[@itsjaboi8316]

Hey bro, I know you from a long time ago in another life. Amazing to see who you've become and the work you're doing. Mad respect for bringing attention to the battle of mental health. Your vids are really well produced and you're a fountain of good knowledge on health and movement. Glad to see you're on a path of great things. All the best man. Danny

[@mickarmitage5567]

I am pretty new to this channel and all the feats you've achieved. So I realise I'm very late to the party on this particular challenge. But oh my god.!!! I literally didn't expect how emotional this video was gonna get me. I obviously had no idea what both of you had been through in your personal lives. You pair are so inspirational. And such lovely, humble people. And I just felt the need to leave this comment 👍🏻

[@timmaccormac341]

You know I listened to the podcast with gaz from SEG today I knew what you were doing having listened to contact coffees like talk about it. I just wanted to say after watching this how amazing I think you guys did ! Honestly the fact you didn't finish with your total is something I found totally inspiring this in itself showing winning or finishing isn't everything what you expected done is monumental thank you

[@NNICKKK]

Very hard to sum up the feels right now, but endless respect to Fergus and Jonathan here and all involved in this. Humbling effort. I have never climbed Nevis but would absolutely love to. Best wishes to you Fergus, Jonathan and all. Keep fighting the good fight for MH. X

[@janehamilton1246]

Superb film of an amazing achievement. Your willingness to bare your souls to your own problems will help others to have the confidence to seek help and tackle their own demons. Thank you

[@Liamkellyofficial]

Wow what an inspirational video. I loved seeing the hardship you both out yourselfs through. But also the openness you shared of the happy moments, the struggles , the tears. That you are both human with emotions and it’s ok to cry and open up about when you are struggling. Epic love to see more like this.

[@fgc194]

Awesome and inspiring stuff Jonathan and Fergus. The scene with Nick got me.

[@bassman7482]

Legends. Both of you. What a great achievement!

[@kieft-racing]

Congratulations guys . It was a pleasure to support you in our own little way during your great challenge 😎🏁

[@christophersherrington5412]

Good Effort mate. What a Legendary journey, both in distance but also in the mind.

[@nightsinthewild]

Beautifully done and what a hard hitting message. Well done to everyone involved. True inspiration's x

[@lachmyster]

So inspiring and such a good way to start some conversations. Well done guys

[@anthonygibson437]

Well That Was Pretty F#€kin epic like, true and honest reflection of your efforts on the mountain, really enjoyed that.

[@matt264]

The physical challenge was obviously immense, but the mental challenge of actually getting up and going again (and again), whilst also having to wrestle with redefining and accepting what constitutes “success” and “failure” for the overall project? Awe inspiring, epic, stunning stuff and nothing but respect.

[@markbirrell7662]

Awesome fellas, massive achievement and also a great cause, well done.

[@martinh6575]

Great work guys, fantastic watch 👏

[@danielpowers2860]

Incredible work by all of you.

[@chrish5949]

Well done guys, fantastic effort for an amazing cause 👍💥

[@agustinbecerra8453]

So inspiring! Thanks for all your work. Greetings from Argentina!

[@benjones943]

This is brilliant mate. So impressive

[@TheDisillusioned1811]

Awesome project. You guys are true warrior poets.

[@SamuelDown85]

Legends! Good work lads!

[@miggsy619]

Unbelievable effort guys, that Douglas Crawford guy is muy fuego!🔥🔥🔥

[@philfisher]

Great project, great cause, great effort!!! well done!

[@jackjackmam1319]

Amazing! Well done mate!

[@hanspeter5752]

I'm speechless. Love.

[@ciarwhite7533]

Absolutely amazing.

[@gckelly68able]

Great film and reckon many will identify with some of the discussion points. Hopefully bump into you on the hill one day.

[@topsysdad1]

Powerful and inspiring

[@DoricDon]

Excellent film. I believe it achieved its aim: inspiration; giving exposure to mental health issues; the importance of team work, collaboration. But also the realistic message that not all endeavours embarked upon can be achieved first time around, yet that the lessons learned in attempting such feats are often more important than the finish line itself. Also, I cried with you, Fergus, at the summit with Nick, and his story; his personal challenge...

[@ferguscrawley95]

Thanks Wayne appreciate it! That’s exactly it!

[@stephenduggan3751]

Men absolute massive respect!!!

[@jcvaliquette5886]

Wow amazing !!!!!!

[@failogor1396]

Major kudos and respect

[@richardfoster9805]

Amazing achievement for an even better cause

[@bzgl40]

Nice job guys. Epic

[@grahamwilkinson6742]

Fantastic

[@cierabartholomew4058]

This was absolutely amazing!

[@ferguscrawley95]

Thanks Ciara! Appreciate it!

[@2scoops70]

Very proud ,very emotional vlog ,fantastic job too all of you 💙

[@ferguscrawley95]

Thanks man, appreciate it!

[@vitodlozil4557]

Amazing!

[@andrewtetley8162]

quality stuff lads

[@Captain-Donut]

Heart breaking After 3 deaths (18 months) in my family I lost my 14 year career wife kids and any friends I’m currently stuck in my flat for 3 years Now getting help from social services but it’s incredible hard

[@mikerenshaw7867]

Two heroes :)

[@jojmck]

Unreal go you 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@MountainManBASE]

Nice one!

[@connorgray2896]

Absolutely amazing, well done! Would love to see you on joe rogan one day mate!

[@Rado410]

Thanks for the inspiring video and bravery in sharing your story. Suffering from negative thoughts, anxiety and depression…its a daily battle, affecting my whole family. To see others going through the same hell and winning the battle gaves me courage and motivates me to fight. Therefore i would like to ask you if you plan to continue with this project in 2021? Thanks a lot and keep up the great job! #respect ✊🏻

[@ferguscrawley95]

Thanks man, appreciate it!

[@JonathanClark1708]

Inspiration Fergus!

[@TacticalPlumber]

18:30 Is the reason you do these things. Real life stuff.

[@ferguscrawley95]

👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼