Simple tent camping turned ugly

[@Tyke-2075]

Paul I damaged my knee walking the dog about 18months ago, result is I am awaiting knee surgery and until then my capacity to walk any distance is limited. Your videos are like a tonic, they take me to places I can no longer go, and your relaxed conversational manner is like spending time with an old friend. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@NeilEvans-xq8ik]

I know exactly what you mean. Hang in there, buddy.

[@tomfenn7149]

Unless you've been involved in a major accident or already had something serious like rheumatoid arthritis, I'd be very cautious/weary of any surgery. I did my knee out clearing up after rookie builders and my knee was in agony for way over a year. Later I developed plantar fasciitis (right foot first then the left), and that is only just clearing up. But imho, rest and gentle stretches are best, not surgery. Surgery can work, but you have a 50/50 chance of it going wrong too. I can't recommend a good old sports physiotherapist more than the scalpel! Good luck though. It's a bastard for sure, especially if like me, you're pushing 60.

[@stephencurwood9469]

Likewise, I broke my Fib a few years ago and fell across Pauls channel in the early days. been watching ever since.

[@Tyke-2075]

@@tomfenn7149 osteoarthritis, meniscus has worn away .

[@Tyke-2075]

@@tomfenn7149You were right about the age group!!!

[@paulbmurphy]

Hard enough to camp in those conditions, harder still to produce a coherent, technically sound film. Especially as a one man band. Bravo.

[@UncleAwesomeRetro]

That was a brutal camp, you get worried about the tent, the weather, ticks, get no sleep. But you still think about filming and make a great video. Impressive!

[@Joeb4iley]

We all have different opinions on tents, mats, sleeping bags, and stoves, but we all agree that ticks can do one. Everyone hates ticks.

[@LoremIpsum1970]

I'd be worried that the US meat allgery tickbourne disease doesn't come to the UK...

[@EssexLadOutdoors]

Bo Jailey :) when I get some camping gear again, we should do a wild camp together :)

[@chrischarlton6542]

A friend of mine died as a result of Limes Disease in 2016. I am fastidious in maintaining and proofing my kit. I spray my kit before, during and after use with Permethrin. I seal the tent zips where they meet with a tampon so ticks cannot pass the 2 toggles. I always use a bathtub tent with micro mesh. A good tip is buy a bunch of Dalmatian Chrysanthemum (Giant Daisies) and scatter them around the tent. Ticks hate the chemical they give off.

[@48pluto]

Years ago I was bitten by a tick in my belly button. I was sick from it for a year. Fortunately no Lyme disease, but I did have some strange things. Heart palpitations. Usually early morning until afternoon. Vomiting often. General feeling of not feeling well.. I am now terrified of ticks.

[@LoremIpsum1970]

Old neighbours of ours moved to an 'exclusive' area near Botley Hill, their yougest daughter suffered from a lot of ailments, heart problems, etc. for over a decade. She's only recently been diagnosed with Lymes Disease as the cause, of course they get lots of deer in their garden.

[@rarknivesandleatherwork8045]

I had to smile at your idea of simple camping compared to the 1970/80s when I was wild camping in the Peaks, Lakes, Alps etc. No contacting the wife by satellite link back then, and karimats were the height of comfort. Love your videos, though. I still camp, but osteoarthritis limits the places I can reach, so I enjoy joining you on trips to some of my old haunts and also many I've never been to.

[@grahamhaines9931]

Good tent!, I t’s bombproof! And I was surprised to see ticks at this time of year. Good location though. I was up there at the end of last year doing some low level walking following surgery. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrEvilWasp]

Jo, is in for a treat when you get back home with her having to check out all your nooks and crannies lol

[@holmesaway]

Rough conditions! Glad to see the new tent has lived up to the hype. 👌🏻👌🏻

[@nickydaly7116]

Great to see you braving the bad and the ugly winds, hardcore 🤜 you did well to last the whole night, hope you had a good sleep when you finally got home safe. Our favourite pot noodles are Curry for my partner Gyles and good ol’ beef and tomato for me 😋 I guess if you don’t weather the storm you never appreciate the glorious days, better luck next time Paul 👍

[@bigsmoke5219]

Didn’t even realise ticks were about this time of year. You got unlucky there

[@deekelley891]

Think they’re out because of the warm spells we’ve had here. I believe they are just dormant beneath leaves.

[@Boot_Ma9net]

They're tick nymphs and some species are active all year

[@WekaDigitalMediaNZ]

Love camping in the rain but hate wind, it makes for a terribly long night 😅

[@Stoitism]

Melbreak is one of my favourite walks. I like to go up the scree from the other end. I never seem to see anyone up there. The view across the central ranges on a clear day is absolutely stunning and you can swing by scale force on the descent and then finish with an easy stroll along the length of Crummock. A lovely little walk that I enjoy immensely every time I do it.

[@journeymantraveller3338]

The ticks would have me on edge more than the wind. 3 pole geodesic should have no problems with that. That might be a spot where deer rested and the ticks jumped onto the bottom or back of your pack attracted to sweat scent. Check bottom of pack after putting it down in damp herbiage. Leaches will also jump on there. Check all gear when you get home - you don't want a colony in your back yard when shaking or drying gear. Always good to wear gaiters and spray them and boots with strong repellent.

[@erinhenry9750]

Paul that tent is an absolute Beast 💯 I want one, and watching you take it down was very informative 👍 ty cheers ❤from Michigan

[@YTusercomment]

Sawyer's Permethrin is your friend...I always treat my hiking clothes regularly. The protection lasts through around 5 - 6 washes before the clothing needs retreating. I also treat external surfaces on my backpack. Grassy areas like you're in will be good habitat for Ticks. When you spot one like that, if you can't just flick it out...could carry a small roll of masking tape in the pocket...just take a piece of tape and dab the tick and should stick to it, then can fold it up trapping it for disposal. Also...two words...Ear Plugs...I carry a pair in my backpack, and greatly helps with tent flapping in wind or rain noise during the night.

[@jimtolan7967]

Nice one Paul. Tent performed very well. I have the PC version which i love. Built for bad conditions!!

[@pamelaklemp5615]

So glad your gear didn't fail you. That was definitely a wooly camp that's sure to go down in your journals. I was glad to see that you had your walking pole, they certainly are a good assistant when needed. 🌬⛺🍜💪🤳

[@AngeloCaruana]

Started following recently your channel and I am amazed with your camping adventures. I am new to camping and here in Malta🇲🇹 we are very limited and I never experienced such conditions. Well done for going through all this and sharing all this with us to enjoy and learn.

[@Markiepoo]

Hi Paul, loving the content buddy. Regarding the fella in the toilets with the fragrances. Yes, you still get them. In some clubs the ladies will be able to straighten their hair in the toilets. Ladies can also buy pumps to walk home in. I got bitten by a tick in Scotland once. I went to my local doctors to inform them and they said ticks don’t exist in the UK. 😂 Didn’t offer any antibiotics or anything, just sent me home and told me to get a grip of myself. I was a lot younger then, I actually pulled the sack of the tick off in panic. I was very worried, but 18 years later, I’m still alive. 😂

[@thegeordiewildcamper]

A good test p-dog. Nortent make some good kit. I like the fact we are seeing some competitors out there in the 4 season region. Cheers Steven

[@twiggyescapes]

You're going to remember that one for a long time Paul... Well done holding yourself together and still filming... Awesome 👍

[@jason4555]

OMG, what weather! My heart sank when I saw the intro as I just ordered that tent yesterday along with the PC version! That area of the lakes is deadly. I hoped it was click bait to keep me watching to the end, thank goodness it was! Great video and hope the ticks didn’t bite. Thanks J

[@peterfagley772]

Great demonstration of grace under fire! I'm right there with you on ticks, have been bitten twice here in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, we are having quite the infestation due to the wild Winter just passed. Looking forward to your next trip, after you finish off your month of daily postings. Take care Paul and thank you.

[@gainesy_walks]

Camped on more or less the same spot a couple of years ago. Lovely view down the valley there

[@BSmith244]

Another great video Paul, got to admire your enthusiasm to get out in all weathers. I do like the look of the Nortent, but am struggling to justify adding to the collection of 20 tents I already own 😂 I did think it looked a surprisingly narrow though at the end you had your head at unless that was just the wind bellowing the inner.

[@Fellmandave1]

Nice one Paul, I reckon you had stronger winds than I had in my first night in the Vern 1. Great to see it standing up to even more, shame you did not have the kestrel. Weird though, like, whats he doing in MY tent! Could tell it was not mine though, no

[@ExpeditionHiker]

Hiya, I was up Kinder on a camp on Tuesday and found a couple of ticks, 1 decided to be a cling on - good job you had a tent built for them conditions, you would of flown into the lake below in a naturehike 🙂

[@Black73Cat]

Bombay Bad Boy...the only one worth considering! Oh...and plenty of water for a lovely soup to drink 😁

[@stephengardner9128]

very much enjoyed the video ticks aside, a beast of a tent, it didn't budge little or no pole distortion. given the conditions its good to know the tent will stand up to whatever's chucked at it.

[@ALLWEATHERRIDERM]

It’s ten years I’ve been out of the country now and I see pot noddles have evolved!!! Savage camp !!

[@CragScrambler]

Not far from my home there, just outside ennerdale, I noticed the ticks are out early again, might be another bad year again for them. I will say they do like to nest in those tufts of long grass which they like to climb up on o they can latch on to things that brush past, so I try avoid them when setting up my gear, but its sods law if you get one I suppose. The tent seemed to hold.up.fairly well anyways.

[@user-rz5nu7rs8p]

Too many youtube commercials. KZbin always sneaking extra ones in. Disgusting.

[@THE-RIVER-RAT]

Great job matey and, you didn't bottle it and leave like you see a lot of others do.

[@HikingForHealth1]

Well done for seeing that through! Looks like a great tent. That looked like one of those mornings where a full English breakfast is required! Great video. 😀

[@sorontar73]

Was last up in Buttermere for the Northern Lights - stood in the middle of the junction you parked at staring up at the sky. Was an amazing night - Buttermere is probably my favourite spot in the lakes 😉👍

[@boolay75]

Love your Lake District camps Messner. Keep them coming please!

[@Glyn69]

The eyes in his head see the world spinning round , cracking camp out great views , I liked the tent

[@Weare138.]

Meal wise, I recently used the Idahon instant mash, couple of spoons of Bistow in a container and some cook meat. I found it a lot more filling than some of the dehydrated meals I've used over the years and would recommend giving it a go

[@Hengists_Wild_Camps]

A brilliant video Paul👍, especially when you were laughing at the weather.🙂 I skipped through the non talkie parts, for when I'm back at home and can watch it in full.

[@GoingSoloOutdoors]

Looks like the tent performed brilliantly in the wind 👍. Such a great design! Shame about the ticks. Thats never fun to see in the tent. Great video Paul!

[@manodfergus]

Just like you Paul, I've found that guy tensioners slip in high winds. I now run the guylines out to their full extent so there's nothing to slip and nothing to get out of my sleeping for 👍

[@hambo9332]

Great video mate! Laughing at the bit about the gents toilets and the guys selling toilet paper, Armani/old spice or lollipops to you… can confirm it still happens when I occasionally go out to pubs in Edinburgh there are still some establishments with these legends in them 😂👍

[@Percy-c5v]

Thanks Paul. Waiting for my Vern 1 to arrive. Very helpful and reassuring.

[@northernswedenstories1028]

Damn ticks. I hate them too. I spray my inner tent around the edges with stuff to keep them away. Also keep up woth my TBE jabs every few years. They are hardy buggers. They can surive into very cold temps unfortunately... Not sure what the solution is. Need to find/develop some kind of predictor form them... Midges and mosquitos I can stand, but creepy little suckers in my underwear no thanks.

[@rorysmith7211]

38:09😂. your sense of humour is the best Paul

[@ScotlandsGold]

Good one,at 23 min you said I wouldn't want pegs to rip out snd blow away and the advert kicks in for an airline singing Baby take my hand fly away 😂

[@bradleylogan94]

Mellbreak was my first ever wild camp! Always windy, would recommend the other side of the hill as it is a little more sheltered

[@darrenray6934]

Glad the tent held out for you Paul Baltic conditions looks a decent tent tho. Favourite spot of mine opposite your view rannerdale knot going back to lucky lucky men the 90s was the time we had them lurking in toilets good to see you out again 👍🏻

[@chippytea5737]

I don't think I've tried the latest flavours of Pot Noodle, but for 40 years, my favourite has been the chicken and mushroom, with a buttered muffin to dip in!

[@maurice5992]

You lived to tell the tale Paul, great film under very testing conditions.

[@summitupmark5615]

I use the same tip for the pot noodle with the Quaker porridge pots. I transfer the contents to a zip lock bag and write on the bag with a sharpie pen for the amount of water.

[@Pink_Sky_By_Night_Adventures]

Wow that wind was crazy, love your content 😊❤

[@davidkay1612]

Hi paul just love your video can't do it any more can still walk a bit but knees shot can't kneel down so camping out plus 77 built like a coopers product so watch you favourite spot in the world crummock water closely followed by buttermere you seem to like most places I do keep up the good work mate I'll keep watching 🙃👍

[@RobertCook-wg1fd]

Your a trooper to go through. That The ticks our not a good thing hope your not bit keep up your videos your quite interesting camper

[@michaelmccormick6755]

Really appreciate the time stamping on these films Paul, thank you!

[@neilhaighton2098]

Your sense of humour game is 👌

[@mrnobodieswildcampingadventure]

The tent held good, there Paul. So important when in doubt to get out in the cold and wind and double check the guy lines, even for the sake of peace of mind!

[@davidrayward7533]

“……And the eyes in his head, see the tent flapping round……” 😫

[@Dave67836]

For camping I’ve always stuck to a 55 litre and never ever gone over that rule it’s lasted 46 years ;; Paul don’t forget to check for any red rings around a bite on your body just in case

[@petersmith6974]

I got bit by a tick in 2014. I contracted Lyme disease and co infection bacteria.Stole my health,my money,my career (mason/bricklayer) Still infected to this day. Now work a security job because my health is kaput. Red rash or bullseye ring not always present. Lyme disease CANNOT be cured.

[@howardpotts5763]

Tent looks solid as a rock 🪨 that tick was huge . I didn’t think you got ticks in the winter

[@mrptpalmer]

Just a heads up that I picked up a tick on Dartmoor sometime over the last three days. Big old ramble from Oakhampton to Ivybridge so no idea where exactly. Great videos Paul - thanks for all your hard work editing them and putting up with the lovely British weather!

[@steveb1972]

The old fashioned beef and tomato is my fave!

[@arranbailey4818]

Brilliant video, thank you Paul.

[@jillmondt5398]

Just a helpful suggestion. The tent can be tarped over. Stake it low, resting the center or the tarp directly on this tent. You have to use at least a 10 x 10 foot tarp. Use a quality tarp with guy-line options. I have a 10 x 12 hex design tarp. Though it is not square, I an hoping the shape will allow for cliser to groung stake down, blocking even more wind and rain. This way, the tarp takes the elements, not the tent. Makes for a quiter warmer sleep.

[@TrevsOutdoorsandWellbeing]

It got ugly pretty fast 😂😂 looking forward to this one as seeing how the new kid on the block stands up in the wind

[@dartheo9148]

Great video - thanks for taking us along Paul.

[@WestieWestie]

Well thanks for that Paul. Last night I dreamt I was camping in Edale with a tent full of ticks!!!!🙂😂😁😄🙃

[@StuartThow]

Great video Paul, love the new tent.. I'm currently saving up for the Vern 1 😎

[@stevenmurphy5337]

Same. Praying that the price doesnt sky rocket

[@SteveSingerFowkes]

I remember those times Paul! And in Mansfield too! Had some great nites out in Madfield!

[@davehopper7928]

Jesus Paul... I was sat on the couch and began to start itching😂

[@steverobertson7301]

You have my sympathy Paul. When will women learn. When a man says he'll do a job, he'll do it. He doesn't need reminding every 12 months.😂😂

[@thepeakdistrictviking]

Nice film as always. Really like that tent, will join the queue for buying one I think

[@MrRemota]

Que paisagens deslumbrantes e que posicionamento perfeito da câmera. Excelente fotografia. Eu adoraria conhecer este lindo país.

[@Harry-Giles]

Enjoyed this one Paul. Thanks!

[@lapp2]

Great video, yes, about this time of the year, it can get a bit dodgy...had a tough one myself the other week...I started to bring precooked meals in a thermos a while ago. It works as well. Doesn't need to be too fancy sometimes. I'm with you on the ticks. Beat the decise last summer. Had a tick that went bad.....but with some pills I was at it again👍 So longing for hot spring days now....🙄 All the best Paul

[@Jaqaroo]

That was great, Paul! Every hike an adventure! Expect the unexpected.

[@Delete_DeLolz]

I really dont understand why people go out in those conditions.

[@GoodBlokeOutdoors]

Enjoyed that mate, great video as always.. now time to watch the string vest video 😂

[@PaulMessner]

Cheers pal. It’s a bit ropey 😂

[@erinhenry9750]

Holy cow 😮 be careful Paul 😊❤from Michigan

[@t3br00k35]

Ticks have to be attached for a day or so to transmit Lyme, if they are carriers. Not all ticks carry Lyme.

[@roastntoast7550]

You should have brought the Durston x-mid super wonder tent! That would definitely have withstood the storm! 😂

[@honey2badger]

haha love this comment. Was literally comparing that tent or style of tent vs just getting a true 4 season tent for winter (ft of snow type of winter camping). Everyone kept talking up that durstin tent like it was invincible..... I settled on a true 4 season tent. I want something I can depend on if it gets hairy and that durston is a great tent, but not 4 season bomb proof good.

[@thenextadventure8079]

Hi Paul have been following your channel for a few years and we think this was perhaps the craziest weather you’ve camped in. Hope you enjoyed a good breakfast and brew once you got back to Buttermere. Those paths out of Buttermere have been a real challenge with all the wet weather and subsequent flooding. We were there in mid September and filmed our route to Scale Force and the flooding was terrible we nearly turned back and then almost didn’t make it back! Check out our video ‘the highest waterfall in the Lake District - Scale Force’ to see what it was like back then. By the way we have always been inspired by your camping and still (even in our retired years) hope to get out and give it a go.

[@mananddog.outdoors]

Great vid again Paul... Can't bet the original Chicken and Mushroom Pot Noodle! Tick season is upon us then! Nasty little buggers they are!

[@glyn_mtn]

I love the Pot Noodle idea Paul, makes a lot more sense than shelling-out for those expensive rip-off meals, chuck some chopped Chorizo in - sorted!

[@davidaxman]

Add some chopped spring onions and some crushed peanuts and it's a gourmet meal!

[@Campingkayakride]

The only ticks you want to see in a tent are bad weather testing✅ Shits and giggles with yourself✅ no spray, no lay✅ Another fantastic video Paul well done.

[@AlbertsDad]

Ye, Ticks are not nice, imagine my horror years ago when getting in the shower after walking through the woods at a Centre Parks only to discover what looked like either two antenas or two legs sticking out of the end of my togger and I mean right close to where you relieve yourself... not nice. I also had one on my knee area. Had to go and see the on-site nurse which was quite embarrasing.

[@davebetts900]

I didn't think you'd get ticks about this time of year, that really puts me off, I've heard Lyme disease can really mess you up. By the way I'm a Mansfield lad myself 🙂

[@stuart23969]

It hasn't been cold enough for long enough

[@fellrunningguide]

Ticks in February! Doesn't bode well for the rest of the year.

[@gazza1858]

What’s the long tent pegs you use …..

[@jonbassett8023]

Hey Paul! Havin' a Michelob Ultra Light with a shot o'100 proof Yukon Jack this evenin'. I take a small flask of the Yukon when I go on overnights in the White Mts of N. H. Gorgeous country!

[@andypotts8062]

Nasty weather but the tent stood up to the challenge. Hope you didn't get too wet. Best wishes.

[@adriangibbons893]

Paul I live in Mansfield (Harlow Wood) and I’ve got 3 sons and they tell me the guys in the toilets are still there - “No Calvin Klein no sexy time” and my favourite - “No Dolce and Gabbana, no suck on your banana” hilarious, I think they call him the sucky sucky man but I might be wrong 🤣 it’s crazy it’s still going.

[@GoodBlokeOutdoors]

Not finished watching, just at the tent set up.. looks a great shelter bud.

[@squirrelcove3443]

There isn't really such a thing as a Windy forecast, Paul. It may be worth spending some time getting to know it. Windy is a platform which presents various different weather models. Essentially US Global, European and UK. They often differ significantly, so it is worth comparing them. It really is worthwhile getting an understanding of Windy.

[@barkel6711]

Whilst camping in Glen Dessary (North West Scottish Highlands) for 2 nights i was unlucky enough to have about 80 ticks feast upon me. Thankfully i have an understanding wife to check me over and remove them all. No ill effects.

[@GaryB_OutandAbout]

Haha that was a bit of a baptism of fire for that tent. Didn’t budge much 👍🏼 I know Nortent say you don’t really need to seam seal it, but did you bother doing it anyway? I’m also itching, watching on my sofa 😫 Cheers, Gary B

[@wanderingstar3633]

Gorgeous spot, would appreciate seeing how you apply the permethrin Paul, as in where on tent/ equipment. I'm a bit averse to chemical repellants but even more averse to bloody ticks.. think I always assumed it might damage tent fabric or waterproofing but I'm blonde so am prone to silly notions with no basis in fact 😅, great vid , thank you for taking us along 👍

[@petercubbin]

I was told to take double the amount of antibiotics they give you for Lyme's 'Bullseye Rash' - just in case.

[@alanmacmillan6957]

one thing I have heard people do with Zoleo or Garmin inreach type GPS messaging is to message someone else at base to check the weather online and forward you the summary in text form. I thought 'windy' was a bit naff for Wales ; meteoblue - too generic, accuweather too generic, XCweather - middling, skywatch crashes on me, as it pains me to admit it the MET OFFICE mountain specific forecast isn't too bad - tend to over compensate but.... maybe better they say it's 40mph gust and it turns out only 30mph than the other way round. they do seem to be able to model the mountain temperatures and wind a bit better.