Warmer Mountains in Glen Coe

I am not sure if its me being busier or the fact that the winters seems to be much shorter and milder, but I have struggled to get out and up any routes over the last few years. I like to try and ascend at least Broad Gully once a year! Are the winters getting shorter (I think I know the answer to this) and are the stocks of Irn Bru Jelly Babies replenished - that's the real question of interest ;) !!!!!!!!
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[@Flash_of_the_peat_hill]

I’m a simple man. I see Gerry and Murray and I click the like button.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

and I thank you for clicking that button :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@twiglet2214]

I'm such a simple man that i don't even call myself a simple man.Simple.Keep it simple.

[@mountain_del1863]

Murray and Gerry in Glencoe.........makes you proud to be Scottish. Brilliant video and marvelous ambassadors for Scotland's mountains.

[@tonystrange7224]

Winters definitely getting not just milder but wetter as well. Really beginning to not like winter anymore. I long for those cold dry winter days or snowy days in Yorkshire and we pretty much had nothing but rain this winter. Good to see you’ve both replenished the jelly babies 😀 and watching you and Gerry is like watching the two Ronnie’s of the Scottish Mountains 😂. Any how thanks for another great video Murray 😀

[@Colin-ci5ll]

Jelly babies. Nice and sweet . Mars bars done in batter that is another planet. Hiking is place of home to Celtic Nations. From Cornwall to Scotland Northern Ireland. If the weather is bad stick on a coat.

[@jamescox8719]

Great to see two good friends enjoying themselves having a chuckle in the beautiful mountains! Another great watch. Enjoyed the route and your comments on the condition. Glad you managed to source the all important jelly babies 😂 looking forward to the next adventure. 🙏🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏔️

[@highlandexplorer990]

This was such a fun video to watch! ⛰ I love how you guys always make winter adventures seem so exciting, even when the conditions aren't ideal. It's definitely inspiring me to get out there. 😆 The discussion about crampon rock vs. sunscreen rock was hilarious! 🤣 Definitely a stark reminder of what's happening with our climate. Also, HUGE shoutout to everyone who steered you towards the jelly babies! They seem like essential gear now. 😉

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks - we were glad to get the stocks replenished- they sure fuelled our ascent up the gully 😂😂👍

[@o.bsoutdoors3871]

Murray and Gerry in Glen Coe off on a winter climb armed with a replenished stock of iron bru jelly babies, it doesn't get any better then this! 😁👌. Throughly enjoyed this adventure, the banter between you and Gerry is comedy gold 😂. We do agree about the milder winters, it is a concern what future generations are going to face on the mountains, will there even be any snow left 😮 🏔 ❄️. Thanks for taking us along as ever Murray👍

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Guys - Twas a fine trip fuelled by Gerry’s Jelly babies :) 👍 there been more late snow since this was filmed than in January and February before hand ! Lol

[@garrypaton2763]

Another quality movie. I have no idea about winter hiking, this is seriously good education. You guys should put a book together.

[@aidanroe9519]

We used to get across to Scotland for a weeks climbing every year in Feb. We stopped around '15 because the conditions were becoming too unpredictable. (mild). Still take a punt on the odd weekend and have been lucky. Great video. Murray/Gerry. thanks. A

[@simonrobbins815]

"Dentists appointment at 2 thirty" 🤣

[@Ftscotland]

I'm glad you got your Jelly babies. My wife found Irn Brew humbugs in Asda and they are now our sookie sweeties for the car journeys :)

[@sueelphick9060]

Hooray and thank heavens that order has been restored in Steanung Boots land - with the arrival of the Irun BrewJelly Babies....or should they be renamed the "Jerry Babies °° Great fun video both. Thanks for sharing some Winter footage .Loved the directions for the Alternative path to avoid the Death Step....Keep eating the Jerry Babies Atb ...😊😊😊😊

[@lightanddreamsphotography7140]

Brilliant stuff guys, reminded me of a great day on Dorsal Arete back in the late 80s that was preparation for a trip to Nepal. Also glad you found the Jelly Babies. I got a top-up order of them yesterday :)

[@erinmcgrathejm4985]

I sure enjoy some banter between Gerry and Murray. Always makes for a fun outing. Plus, an Irn-Bru jelly baby score as an exclamation point to the day! Cheers, and ATB!

[@jbairdexp]

Result getting the jelly beans! lol Never seen two men so happy to have jelly beans! lol

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Haha - the jelly babies are mountain fuel Jules ! 👌👌

[@DAoutdoors]

Good morning gents, so glad you found a supplier of Irn Bru babies, the now new staple diet of the hill walker. All the best, Dave 😀🤣🥾🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@cham3784]

Love watching you Murray but when Gerry is on it’s even better ❤

[@scrappy1859]

Same in Ireland, seems like we're not getting the same quantity or length of snow falls compared to years ago on the mountains

[@marilynchivers4730]

Another great vidio Murray 🎉. Gerry & yourself make a great team. Your friendship & enjoyment show & makes for great viewing 🎉 The avalanche test was interesting. Shame about the sound to hear what was happening. Thanks again for sharing. Counting down to the next one!😊

[@andypotts8062]

Brilliant video. Great to see you both out again and enjoying the jelly babies. Superb video from the drone and on the climb...on another matter..scotch eggs...I've discovered Tesco mini scotch eggs and they are delicious..perhaps you could disguise one as a jelly baby and give it to Gerry. Great fun from you both. Very best wishes.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Good idea Andy - might slay it orange and he will be hooked 😂👍

[@Q8Patriot]

another amazing video, thanks alot Murray 😅

[@John71]

Thank you Murray, thank you Gerry, glad the stocks of the wee orange jelly things are full, emergency over!, wish I had the skill to do a climb like that, I don't 🤣 I know what you mean about the mic, forced to buy two to get stereo, they need to sort it out aye...winters are definitely milder, we had no ground snow at all this year apart from the high tops Merrick, Shalloch etc, and that only lasted 4 days and it melted🥹 (there, I can shut up talking now I have done all the comments on those I missed)

[@lyndseywilson9462]

Great banter and route was good too.. Recall a great climb on the Dorsal arete then glissading most of the way back to the glen

[@ibrstellar1080]

The essential supplies for a Winter walk should always include Jelly babies 😁👍.

[@juliebarker-4245]

Glad you both avoided the slab of death. Love when you two work together as it's so light hearted. Scenery majestic as always. Global warming has a lot to answer for. I'm so glad you both have Irn Bru Jellies again and seems it doesn't take much to please the pair of you .ATB and look forward to the next one..

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Julie - we took the bypass scramble past the slab of death on the way back down so we could live to enjoy the rest of the jelly babies!! lol Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@user-yk8sy9if4l]

The Dream team are back murry and Jerry fantastic

[@ScotlandsMountains]

as are the Irn bru jelly babies!!lol Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@brycehermon5939]

Excellent as always Murray. Great banter between you and Gerry and a wealth of climbing experience between you both. Amazing scenery. Scotland certainly has the x factor.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thank you - hope you enjoyed the video 👍 Thanks for watching Murray

[@sharonmulvaney1971]

Love Vlog I think we should do a collection to get a mic for Gerry 😂😂

[@Yaketyyak21]

What a great way to climb a mountain,one foot in front of the other🤗I must try that technique.

[@allancrawford9979]

Some exercise and good crack on the hill, nice day out ! For me Scottish Winter has gone and I'm getting more into mountain biking. Living near Kyle usually take my daughter skiing to Nevis range and we didn't manage one day this year and lucky to get one day the previous few years between lack of snow and other family commitments.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Think it’s the way of things now :( less and less snow ❄️

[@wendyshort5972]

Another great video. It was nice to see you weren’t alone. It looked quite a dangerous climb for the both of you.

[@LundysWildcampBushcraft]

Yet again a fantastic video you lads love a good climb thank for taking us with you really enjoyed watching atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Jimmy

[@jamesbarber5299]

Another great and entertaining video with you guys Murray and Gerry! It's been the wettest and warmest winter I can remember. Im hoping it is more of a freak one than what is becoming the 'norm'. However, I fear it is the way of things now unfortunately. Anyway, thanks again for another class video guys! Cheers James.

[@duncantaylor9584]

Brilliant yet again,always entertained with you guys ,Thankyou ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿❤

[@user-ze6hq1ck1l]

Great video. Really enjoyed it. My friend from Arran sends me Irn Bru jelly babies .. the best ever. 🙂

[@MountainManJohnFilms]

Wonderful route. Great film as always. What can I say. Another armchair day out done. Thanks again Murray.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

🙏👍

[@joanhuggett5164]

I'd better not order Irn Bru online, they might source them from Gerry's supplier, and W.A. will not withstand the wrath of Steaming Boots :) You gave us some beautiful scenes on this one, Murray, so enjoyable. Glad you bagged Broad Gully 2024 with your best friend, just like 2011.

[@suebrown3465]

Nice lesson on the “Slab of Death”.. I don’t blame you for not going near it I like how where placed the camera as you were ascending as you truly don’t realize how steep it is. It almost seemed vertical! This winter this year was strange in Canada too Great video,take care 🇨🇦❤️

[@heathercampbell6906]

hi murray great 2 see jerry it’s amazing cold but worth it great views loved it there amazing 👍👍

[@alisonlyons4691]

Brilliant video Murray. I recognised the car park as soon as you other van door. It's such an improvement Looks like a great hike up there, the rock formations are amazing. Thank you both, love the banter you have together........Alioban ❤

[@timrosenburgh8597]

Another great video Murray. It was great to see you and Gerry out again and with the irn brew jelly babies. It makes me proud to be Scottish when i watch the video's. Look forward to the next one mate.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Tim - hope you enjoyed the video Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@glenblaven]

Well done Murray. Looks fabulous with great footage . Good banter between M&G as always!! 👌

[@kisilvan]

OK I'm gonna have to get me some of those jelly babies for the summer season now. Enjoyed the banter 😊

[@Kev_Russ]

Nice one chaps. A fine wee gully. Seems to be every year eh that the winters get gash. Cheeky wee jelly babies 😋

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Wetter windier and milder unfortunately- seen more snow in March than the rest of the winter combined ! Was going to head out tomorrow but 70mph winds- nae chance !! lol

[@jaiguru8487]

Hi there, Could Gerry give more tips on how to stay safe from avalanche, and what is it that he do?it was very intriguing seeing him checking the snow shame that audio wasn't the best and that part was cut out ..Gerry appears to have a wealth of experience, you are lucky to have him there with you Murray😊

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Hi - shame about the audio - maybe check out the glenmore lodge videos on winter safety - some excellent advice and videos dedicated to the subject too - here one if of internet - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIS2dp6jgN6onrssi=np5v2CyXvNJ0dKud Thanks for watching Murray

[@user-pg2kj7ps7o]

You hardly have to scrape your windscreens anymore at sea level central Scotland between October and March. Living at the base of the Ochils, you really notice the lack of snow over the winters now, and how quickly it disappears. Ben Cleuch used to have a bank of snow just under the summit that appeared every year in the past, and I have a few photos at Easter time with it in the background . The winters of 2010 and 2011 were the last time I can remember snow ploughs in Clackmannan, gritters occasionally, snow ploughs? No.

[@marcomclean3605]

Loved this guy's, was interesting to see it in winter conditions. I done the two munros in July via Stob Coire nan Lochan and I'm not quite sure whether we ascended broad gully or to the right hand side of the crags but I remember standing in amazement looking at the crags of how wonderful they looked, almost like an amphitheatre. Came across a few frogs near the waters edge which was nice to see after a long time. Excellent video as always Murray. Thanks

[@ScotlandsMountains]

🙏👍

[@hikingbikingscotland1267]

Noticed the two car parks had an upgrade when I was up Glen Coe last week. Still couldn't get a space for my van tho 😂. But yeah Murray ,it's definitely milder and wetter these days. Martin

[@BoredManOutdoors]

Lovely video of your adventures again Murray. Having spent my adult life managing the land and working outdoors, it just wetter and wetter - grass grows year round these days. Lasting snow events are becoming less n less.. which is ok for me as I don't like the stuff.. but not so good for yous.. 🌞

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Seen more snow in last few weeks than the rest of the winter - too little too late lol away tk catch up with your latest video Jim

[@Martin-lp4yg]

Quality vid!...I got the irn bru jellies in Aldi! Cheers!

[@alasdairmacdonald6730]

Super footage as ever. Watching you and Gerry have a good time always brings a smile to my face. It's a shame about global warming sooiling the winters.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Thanks Alasdair - maybe the Atlantic drift will slow and might get some cooler winters again ( stranger things have happened 😂

[@MrJayson204]

Winter has been really warm here in Canada as well. Temperatures were in the positives during prime winter months!

[@ScotlandsMountains]

A depressing state of affairs :( let’s hope it’s not permanent 🤞🤞

[@bri7530]

superb again ..hopefully it gets another dump of snow this weekend 👌

[@ScotlandsMountains]

More snow in March than rest of winter - managed to enjoy a little late winter :)

[@ellenlepore3083]

Great winter climb 🏔️!

[@harrylinsdell8114]

Winters are definitely getting milder,the last time we had bad snow in the Newcastle area was 2011but nothing like we had years ago. Perhaps its a cycle the earth goes through like some historians say but I think it's down to modern life and hope we don't spoil bit for the future generations

[@ScotlandsMountains]

I agree Harry , even in the last few years I have noticed the winters are shorter and milder although I do remember a period in the 90s the same, however this seem different? May if the melting ice slows the Gulf Stream, colder winters will return to Scotland :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@harrylinsdell8114]

@@ScotlandsMountains and iron bru jelly babies what would of people in Henry the eighth thought about that...

[@matthewcollis6259]

Jealous! We've had nothing but rain Murray, 2 inches of water covering everything in the Lakes at the moment I believe now that all scrambles and gully climbs should be regraded immediately - no more 'Grade 1/2/3' etc and they shall all be graded by the 'Jelly Baby Scale' of how many Jelly Babies are required for a successful ascent 😁

[@ScotlandsMountains]

I absolutely agree with the Jelly Baby scale - should be rolled out across all mountaineering areas across the world to unify the grading system to one measure 📐 😂😂👍

[@alanoconnor007]

I think you have to patent the "Gerry baby" 😮

[@davidmacfarlane4263]

Winter here in the NW of the US, has been just as dismal. Sad.

[@yvonnefarrell1029]

Less snow = more waterfalls? Perhaps? Anyhow your stats did not include jelly babies, # of. Yeah, great hike and letting Gerry lead just in case there is an avalanche is good policy. 😅

[@ScotlandsMountains]

It was an avalanche of Jelly Babies I was wary off!!lol Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@greigseavill629]

I think the last decent winter was 2018 and then probably 2013 before that. My winter kit continues to gather dust. 😢

[@gary_248]

Noticed the insects were out in force last weekend

[@steviecoles1532]

Great video as usual. Something worth contemplating, are the incresed temperature winters inversely proportional to global pork product production? 🤔 😅

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Correct - another reason to always buy scotch eggs over pork pies 🥧 😉

[@baldymagoo]

Nevis Range in Fort William (Ski/mountain bike centre) had zero days skiing I believe this year. I looked on T'internet for those jelly Bs and they are nearly £6, im afraid I dont care how good they are, not paying £6 for a bag of sweeties. Anywhere cheaper folks?

[@human_lover]

Greatfull ❤❤❤

[@JamieBulloch1]

a couple a jelly babies.....

[@doughobbs7706]

winter in the UK largely = rain and wind now 😟

[@Hikingjoe383]

Class

[@pencil123ify]

Fantastic and agree milder wet snow now not as great . What is gerrys book called again 🤔

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Hi - Gerry’s book is called day walks in the Trossachs and Loch Lomond National park by vertebrate publishing 👍👍

[@scottdarroch1739]

Murray , how did you find the lomo gloves in the cold and wet? Great video, love Glencoe

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Hi - they have been great . I was on Ben Nevis last weekend (next week video) and I stopped to take some footage and it was first time my hands got cold I. Then I got moving again and I did t need to change them to bigger ones - so far so good 👍

[@user-wj7ln9ds4p]

Great video.:) Have noticed snow often melting higher up and sooner than it would have even just 10 years ago.however geoengineering plays a part,not sure about climate change atall, as there is a narrative that is encouraged by main stream media and those in government who encourage this.Its good to look into things and do your own research.:)

[@alistairthow1384]

Another decade onto Murray and it'll be Jack and Victor do the pap in Glencoe 😅 Sorry boys!

[@ScotlandsMountains]

No need to be sorry - that’s a compliment 😂

[@markh6384]

Are Irn Bru jelly babies the reason for your colour scheme Murray? Perhaps you should ask for some sponsorship? 😂

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Exactly correct - I even wear the colours 😂😂👍

[@baldeagle2910]

Good video but when you going to go further afield like abroad dolomites etc

[@O-beefie]

Will walking poles help with my hip pain? i assume its walking on uneven ground because i walk 8 hours all day at work with no pain.

[@ScotlandsMountains]

Hi - not too sure might help relieve some of the pressure - unfortunately I am not an expert - maybe someone will be able to comment and help out Good luck Murray

[@hairyhandsharry5991]

Maybe ur mountains are shrinking, time to get uor tape measure out

[@johnthomson7717]

Hi Murray - do you have the .GPX file for this route?

[@jonny1903]

Yes the winters are getting milder, one guess why?. Warmest february on record this year. A mountain guide of thirty years said as much to me also

[@ScotlandsMountains]

one Guess - the ramping up of irn bru jelly babies has increased CO2 levels and increased the ozone layer above the Jelly Baby factory - thats the correct answer ;) ? Thanks for watching ATB Murray

[@jonny1903]

Heres to the gulf stream collapsing murray, then we can all be winter mountaineering all year round! Though food might be an issue...As long as jelly babies and fruit pastels can be produced

[@hamshanksproductions7161]

Remember the east beast? 2018 I think. Was it 2020 the winter lasted until the end of May. Record snowfall in other areas around the world. One milder winter in Scotland is not global warming. Regards

[@markhiggins8315]

Record breaking high temperatures year on year, significantly lower levels of snow and pretty much a serious scientific concencous are, shall we say clear evidence that you prefer to hang on to the fossil fuel $billions backed agenda. The issue isn't even vaguely controversial outside the US.

[@user-iy3op1wb1m]

It will probably be put down to climate change. Anyway I hope all is well with you Murray. 😊

[@ibrstellar1080]

The Orkneys were as warm as the Mediterranean 5,000 years ago but that doesn't fit today's narrative in 2024.

[@tonystrange7224]

Winters definitely getting not just milder but wetter as well. Really beginning to not like winter anymore. I long for those cold dry winter days or snowy days in Yorkshire and we pretty much had nothing but rain this winter. Good to see you’ve both replenished the jelly babies 😀 and watching you and Gerry is like watching the two Ronnie’s of the Scottish Mountains 😂. Any how thanks for another great video Murray 😀