THE SCARIEST RIDGE IN BRITAN - THE AONACH EAGACH RIDGE.

[@Sean-me4fv]

RIP to the three hikers who died there this week

[@exploringwithmikey]

RIP, condolences to there families

[@buffplums]

Oh dear that’s very sad… when I did it, I had no idea just how dodgy it was

[@alexandermorrison-ed6nz]

Did it many time when ​livinig @@buffplumsintheglenWithout tattoos)Take yor time, dont rush, Worked for Hamish, took pupils along it, no problem.

[@geoffroberts201]

Did this in Winter in 1975 with half a dozen mates from Liverpool University mountaineering club. Covered in snow and ice the view on a crisp frozen morning was absolutely awesome. I remember it as fun but I was young and invincible. On the final descent, scree running like idiots, one lad found a long dead sheep by getting his whole leg stuck through the decayed carcass. Those were the days.

[@exploringwithmikey]

You are a brave man doing it in the snow & ice wow, I just about done it on a clear day haha

[@geoffroberts201]

We did have the full winter gear for the time. Ropes, crampons ice axes etc. Climbed up to the ridge day one and bivvied in the wind shadow of the ridge then did it next day. Sunrise was tremendous but none of us had cameras. The last and best winter stuff I ever did.

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@geoffroberts201 sounds fantastic mate

[@holyworrier]

What are the odds, eh?

[@peterlewis2255]

Done it in winter a couple of times back in the 1980s, witnessed an accident the second time, just on that first descent. Extraordinarily the victim's companions were able to flag down a passing SAR helicopter on a training mission. We watched them waving at the chopper, and thought "you'll be lucky" - and they were ! Instant casevac with no radio, no mobile phone in those days either. Would have been an hour + to get down to call out the regular MRT, and at least another 2 hours before they could get to scene, probably more. Definitely one of the oddest things I've seen on the hill.

[@mozdickson]

Them mountains are like gigantic bones. The bones of the earth planet. Tough as nails. Thanks for climbing and showing it tae us

[@exploringwithmikey]

Your very welcome

[@chrissaltmarsh6777]

Thanks for the memories...more than 40 years ago; it was VERY hot that day. Came down the Stone Chute, a scree run. Reminds me how daft I was then.

[@exploringwithmikey]

People were telling me to avoid that stone chute like the plague haha, your bravery is unmatched haha

[@chrissaltmarsh6777]

@@exploringwithmikey I was young, fit and stupid. It was a wonderful run - the pub was in sight all the way. And I did have some technique as it happens. I love that place, hence the memories. Thanks.

[@madeljacky]

Thats sum amazing scenery there, we have the Mournes in Northern Ireland, they are good but they arnt a patch on this, its simply stunning.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou bud

[@Fantic156]

Outstanding. Was on my bucket list to do, but at 62 now, and bust knee ligaments mean I walk flatter trails now. Great video .. ;)

[@exploringwithmikey]

Sorry to hear you couldn’t make the ridge mate, Appreciate you watching

[@maggiesfarm7970]

Me too at 67.

[@andylanigan3752]

Really enjoyed the video,looks different from others in terms of visual impact,Glencoe looked mean, atmospheric.Did climb Meall Dearg from the Kinlochleven side,but settled for a few steps along the ridge before beating a retreat!

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou mate for a novice like myself I do try my best to make the best video I can, Thankyou for watching

[@willcurrie5936]

Stunning guy's watching all the way from New Zealand 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👌

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou for watching will I appreciate it 🙏🏼🇳🇿

[@RoadtrippinwithTakacs]

Gorgeous and horrifying all in one. Nicely done. 👍💪

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou I appreciate your kind words

[@DrawingNo1]

My favorite Munro ridge walk by a long way. Great video btw!

[@exploringwithmikey]

It’s an amazing ridge for sure, & Thankyou very much

[@evelynj1430]

amazing video and two lovely people!!

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou for the kind words Evelyn, we appreciate it

[@rabrussell7466]

Thank you very much Evelyn 🙂

[@evelynj1430]

@@exploringwithmikey ❤️

[@evelynj1430]

@@rabrussell7466 ❤️

[@Greebstreebling]

It wasn't known as the death ridge when I did it, don't know why it's called that in this vid. It's long and committing as there's no way off until you get to the end. It's also a long walk off....good training for Alpine Hut walks.

[@exploringwithmikey]

I made the name up myself to stand out

[@indynoir2178]

There is a way off the ridge at Meall Dearg before you reach the crazy pinnacles. It's definitely not convenient as your car will be on the other side of the mountain, but this way is known as the "no drama" way to reach the ridge.

[@geneappeal]

Very stark and imposing scenery, stunningly beautiful. Are these mountains above the tree line, either in terms of altitude or latitude or were logged like most of Britain was?

[@exploringwithmikey]

The place is even more impressive in the flesh, & I’m not to sure about the tree line buddy, I don’t really delve into that kind of thing

[@simonjones2453]

The tops are above the tree line - mostly due to latitude and harsh Atlantic climate! Above 700 m is usually pretty bleak. The valleys have largely been cleared of trees and would have been much more densely forested back in the day

[@tooyoungtobeold8756]

Excellent video. The Scottish Highlands are stunning. I would love to do that hike, but sadly, I am not fit/strong enough.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou mate, The highlands are absolutely breathtaking

[@BillSikes.]

Nice climb, is there paths leading to the summit on these mountains or do you just have to find your own way to the top🤔

[@exploringwithmikey]

Park at the 3 sister carpark then your on your way,thanks for watching

[@BillSikes.]

@@exploringwithmikey Thanks mate all the best 🙏👍

[@eioinmclove]

Looks fun in those conditions. Wouldn't want to get caught in bad weather up there though.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Your right, I’d give it a miss haha

[@buffplums]

I did this trip by myself about 12 years ago and at the time I didn’t know that was Jimmy Savilles house but peeking though the boards that were on the front window of the lounge on the front left of the property, there was a room with no furniture except one of those computer desk chairs sitting central on a wooden laminate floor… very Erie once I found out later in whose house it was… Other than that this was quite an interesting little scramble here and there glad to say I have it claimed.

[@exploringwithmikey]

To do this by yourself is a challenge in its self, well done to you mate.

[@buffplums]

@@exploringwithmikey thank you buddy. Although I wouldn’t have attempted it if I’d read up on it first. Oddly enough at one of the trickiest bits I meet a guy coming the other way and he was solo too. But what a day, I was up there because the woman I was having an affair with at work was staying in some rented cottages in Balaculish and I was camping at the Red Squirrel campsite in Glen Coe. Talk about risks .. damn stupid… I think her hubby knew what she was up to .. long story … they were staying with another couple… She would text and say they were coming down the Glen so I would walk up and they would pass me by, he didn’t know what I looked like… and she would then text me that they had just gone past and her hubby commented on “bloody hikers” ..😂… I went for a cycle ride across the other side on the connel ferry and rode a big circle back to Fort William and back to GlenCoe… so she said to her hubby, let’s go for a drive… they drive past me a few hours later and her hubby said… see that cyclist you should have flashed your tits… 😂😂😂 But the worst one was when I did the scramble over the top…I drove to the top of the Glen, parked and then walked across the top and then climbed up and over the pap. It was now dark at the Pal as it was November and my bloody battery in my phone had died about 16:00 it was now about 21:30 by the time I got back to the camp sight. My girlfriend knew I was up the mounta8ns that day and because I hadn’t checked in with her she was in that shitty situation if something has happened … if she calls 999 then her hubby will want to know what’s going on… aware of this, the only way I could get my phone charged was to get back to the car. I had my bike with me at the campsite so cycled all the way back to the car plugged into the charger and that was the longest time… and I got a message to,her finally at 22:30 boy was she relieved and mad at me too… I was a real dick and it could have gone horribly wrong in so many levels and affected so many… So not really proud except that I bagged a couple of Monroes without knowing it,…. 🙁🙁🙁

[@davidrobinson7684]

Have done this twice, both times solo in winter. First time in clag and rain with slushy snow, couldn't see a thing but knew to keep as close to crest as possible. Second time perfect winter conditions, covered in hard snow & ice, really enjoyable. Maybe it's more treacherous in summer?

[@exploringwithmikey]

Fair play to you mate, that’s some going

[@hallstewart]

I looked at it for ages. Hired a local guide and we had a wonderful day - great company. My nerves were shot by the second Munro 😅

[@exploringwithmikey]

😂 I had the same feeling, what a day we had though

[@Jon962-h4i]

Scared the crap out of me when I did it back in 1988 during my IOTC at RAF Cranwell.

[@alexandertemple-williams728]

Did that a very long time ago but came down just before the pap and one of my friends behind me dislodge a rock that hit me on my arc . I could not sit down for a few days

[@kinocchio]

silly question, what do you do if you need a wee?

[@exploringwithmikey]

Wee over the side😂

[@Doadz]

Done the ridge twice makes for a great day out... Good vid guys well done

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou mate & well done to you also

[@Doadz]

@@exploringwithmikey no worries man twice is enough for me 😂

[@exploringwithmikey]

@doadz5449 one and done for me hahaha

[@Sid_Scot]

I'm planning on climbing here to get a shot of where Mel Gibson stands in Braveheart, do you know far up it is roughly?

[@exploringwithmikey]

Roughly 967m high mate, I never knew Mel Gibson went there

[@Sid_Scot]

@@exploringwithmikey 2:17:10 (posted link to film) looking to recreate this shot. It could have been his stunt double in the scene!

[@Sid_Scot]

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[@michellebennett4972]

Wow 😍 My first time to the highlands was via a highlands tour group and we stopped off at glen coe. It brought me to tears it was that beautiful. Wish i had somebody to do stuff like you with. Too scared to go alone 😔

[@exploringwithmikey]

Hello Michelle, yes the place is magical, & there will always be someone to go with all you have to do is ask, Thankyou for watching make sure you subscribe now haha

[@michellebennett4972]

I'm coming to Scotland next week actually. Been planning it for weeks now and done nothing but research best munros to tackle, thats how i came across your video. I want to try to Sgor Gaoith. Do you two fancy being my guide 😅. Pretty please 🙏 ❤

[@exploringwithmikey]

Unfortunately we are both busy for the next couple of weeks, next time give us some notice and we will definitely be more than happy to hike alongside you and you can listen to our bullshit stories hahah

[@nigelsutton6919]

Thanks for posting. Brought back some memories from when I did the ridge in 1995 and then completed the Munros in 2003 (No.3011). Have you done Skye yet? The In Pin will take your breath away.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Fantastic well done Nigel, & No I haven’t done it as of yet but I’m always looking for recommendations to try new places 🏔

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Great hike Mikey. Spectacular ridge line, and beautiful views.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou 🙏🏼

[@neilab]

Thanks for posting did this in winter 1998 was an amazing day

[@exploringwithmikey]

Your welcome Neil, don’t forget to subscribe to keep up to date, Ben Nevis video coming soon 👀

[@jeremydyke7595]

I did the Ridge in 1963, September. It was with the TocH Adventure Training school at Loch Eil, later to become an Outward Bound School.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Amazing how did you get on?

[@jeremydyke7595]

Very well, thanks. We had an instructor who was always within eyesight, who watched over the difficulties, and bailed off the ridge at the one exit possible, leaving us to descend at the Pap, where transport was waiting. It was not so well trodden in those days, but overall a memorable experience! As, I must say, was the rest of the course, including Sailing Canoeing, Forestry, and physical effort. My whole life so far has been influenced by what I absorbed over that two weeks. I was an Outward Bound Instructor, and have introduced many bods into climbing and hillwalking.@@exploringwithmikey

[@exploringwithmikey]

You my friend sound like a man who lives for the great outdoors

[@jeremydyke7595]

At my age I have to make the most of any opportunity I get. Unfortunately, circumstances have strictly curtailed my peregrinations, and I am working to get back seriously walking again.@@exploringwithmikey

[@Andrew-hp7tw]

where are you guys from?

[@exploringwithmikey]

We are from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@rodneystacey1155]

I am petrified of heights but got over it in the early 80s, was on all fours at one point. The now wife did not bat an eyelid, but ask her to cross a stream by usingstepping stones and she goes haywire

[@exploringwithmikey]

Haha, it’s a pretty scary ridge to be honest

[@robinjones188]

amazing video mikey

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou mate I appreciate it

[@kevinpalmer7452]

That was fantastic proper lads adventure 👍

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou mate, we had a great day

[@dgronzega8073]

What a great walk about. 💪👍 Thanks for sharing. 😎

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou bud I appreciate you watching

[@shaunmarshall4504]

Really want to do this, how were the hairy parts. Ive heard there are a couple bad bits

[@exploringwithmikey]

Go for it buddy, There’s a couple bits in the middle but very doable

[@shaunmarshall4504]

@@exploringwithmikey i might do it this year, looking to do the cmd arete next year as well, how did you manage getting back to the car park, did you have 2 cars or did you walk back after

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@shaunmarshall4504 yes mate we had two cars at either end

[@redcruben]

Traversed it in 1976 with two mates, one of them tripped on his crampons and narrowly escaped taking a dive from a wider area where we had paused for a break

[@exploringwithmikey]

Wow what a lucky person

[@MrSmid888]

3 souls found broon breed there today. I fear if bad weather comes in it’s treacherous , my wife and I got poor conditions on Helvelyn. Scary. ✌🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@exploringwithmikey]

Yes very sad news, It’s not for the faint hearted, there is definitely no room for any errors

[@GCStalker]

Not difficult in sunny, dry weather. Avoid if wet, windy or icy. People have fallen into the Clachaig gully in their haste to reach the pub.

[@exploringwithmikey]

🍺

[@felicitylovell6940]

I can barely watch, absolutely terrifying! How to you keep your nerve??

[@exploringwithmikey]

The love for the great outdoors, keeps me going

[@jimdevlin2138]

Definately not a route for the faint of heart or chicken of liver, but very rewarding in the pub afterwards, I did it once in winter ( with a very experienced guide) definately squeaky bum time.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Your right, Definitely squeaky bum time alright haha

[@bigantplowright5711]

i traversed the ridge back in 1974 with my dad. Superb!!

[@exploringwithmikey]

Great buddy

[@jennifernelson8310]

Great ridge that and well done,love the footwear,hehe

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou Jennifer, make sure you subscribe, To see more upcoming adventures 🙏🏼

[@holyworrier]

Well done. Beautiful country. Did I see a lot of basalt exposed on the mountain?

[@exploringwithmikey]

Scotland is absolutely beautiful, & to be quite honest I haven’t got a clue about the rock, It could have been mate

[@HoofinBob]

Flashbacks of our mountain training every Nov-December with the Royal Marines [45]. One year the clagg came in and we stayed up on the ridge overnight tethered together. -10c temp ..oh so much fun...NOT! Happy days.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Wow that does not sound like fun!

[@LondonVisited]

Loved the video and the views were incredible, now subbed to see more - well done ATB Steve

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou mate, I appreciate you 🙏🏼

[@kurtiscarr7188]

Awesome inspirational, wish I was fit enough to do that these days

[@exploringwithmikey]

Go and rest yourself, you never know, you might love it

[@karenmoakes]

Fantastic video, Glencoe is one of our favourite places to go. I must say you don't need to mention / highlight that vile excuse for a human in this beautiful video. The cottage has been there for a couple of hundred years only to be tarnished by him. This is why it keeps getting vandalised, because of his connection to it. The cottage was there way before him. People need to stop publicising that he was ever there. More history to the cottage than just him.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thanks for the comment

[@Ant-66]

Made it look easy, nice video.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Cheers Tom

[@robertducky7619]

Great video....fantastic views mate.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Cheers rob, it was beautiful

[@alexanderlawson1649]

Anyone can do the Aonach Eagach, its just a scramble in the summer, of course, in the winter, thats a seriouse matter. I did it about 25 years ago, with next to no experience and a pair of army boots, it was a great day and yes, if I had jumped off some of the drop offs, I would have died. Don't jump off any of the steep bits and it will be fine but make sure you do it on a clear day.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Your right anyone can potentially do the ridge, If your brave enough

[@megalodon6108]

would love to do stuff like this but my brain won't allow me to without getting the fear. It will, however, allow me to do a 150ft bungee jump for some odd reason.

[@exploringwithmikey]

I love a good bungee jump haha

[@basharsafa5977]

I’m the same dude, it’s no getting away fear. Your there for a few hours. Bungee is over almost instantly @megalodon6108

[@anastasiyakonteyeva7540]

Wow. Looks amazing! Well done.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou

[@jezpriest8440]

Quality guys👊👍

[@exploringwithmikey]

Cheers jez

[@jackbrown2325]

Beautiful country man ! ...great stuff .

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou man

[@snoosebaum995]

like an arctic landscape , times they look like not a place for humans , but the sun shines

[@exploringwithmikey]

Beautiful wilderness

[@timdintinger9037]

Aonach eagach a great day out, but some don't prepare for it properly. It's exposed with big drops and only East West exits only along the ridge. But saying that it's a great day out. The Chlachaig gully stay away from it's a bit unpleasant and the deer keds at the bottom are awful.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Very true Tim, Thanks for your comment

[@AdventureLite]

Good effort- well done for facing your fears!

[@exploringwithmikey]

Appreciate it buddy

[@Rock-Steady]

Beautiful scenery

[@exploringwithmikey]

🏔🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@michaellyall6528]

I took that on a few years ago but didn't complete it, thought I was gonna fall, scariest thing I've done in my life

[@exploringwithmikey]

I agree 😂😂

[@christopherpetty3320]

went to scotland in 2014. i would love to go back.

[@exploringwithmikey]

We here in Scotland welcome you with open arms 💚

[@BillSikes.]

People died up there recently, any idea what happened 🤔

[@exploringwithmikey]

Not too sure mate

[@exploringwithmikey]

If everyone could subscribe that would mean the world to me 💚🗻

[@JagBetty]

My mum and Dad did the ridge a few times and told me of some crazy moments trying to get past other hill walkers…man this gave me nightmares…😮😮

[@exploringwithmikey]

Jag there is some hair raising parts of the ridge, people in the comments seem to think it’s like a walk in a park 😂

[@mountainhiker6531]

Very dangerous ..as of August 2023, 3 hikers reportedly fell from the ridge and died . Can t imagine how 3 can fall at same time

[@exploringwithmikey]

I have heard they were all attached by a guide with rope, but you can’t always believe what people tell you, regardless RIP TO THOSE WHO LOST THERE LIVES

[@scrimmy45]

There are various ways 3 people can fall at the same time - just give it some thought and you should be able to work it out.

[@brissiAU]

Check out Federation peak Tasmania, that scares a lot of people, rightly so.

[@exploringwithmikey]

I’ll definitely check it out

[@thechad9943]

How were the Crazy Pinnacles?

[@exploringwithmikey]

They were Amazing but seriously scary, I wish I put my GoPro on my headband when it got to the serious sketch bit in the middle, Next Time! Haha

[@LaHayeSaint]

The mist is closing in. I would turn back. If the mist is so thick, the route will become extremely dangerous. Avoid risks. Live to fight another day!.

[@exploringwithmikey]

I made it thankfully, so I have lived to fight another day haha

[@LaHayeSaint]

@@exploringwithmikey Mikey -- The number of people who press on in adverse weather conditions is surprising. In the contest human versus nature, nature always wins. I'm ever so glad you brave people have made it back safely!

[@rusticblowfish]

A most excellent route try it in winter by moon light fantastic

[@exploringwithmikey]

Sounds like fun haha

[@rusticblowfish]

@@exploringwithmikey the curved ridge on buachille etive mor is another i like

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@rusticblowfish cheers for that mate I’ll check it out

[@scottmasson3336]

Soloed it in 1975 just after leaving school

[@thetravellingyorkshireman5672]

I was there a few weeks ago, amazing place

[@exploringwithmikey]

How did you find it bud?

[@thetravellingyorkshireman5672]

@@exploringwithmikey sorry I didn’t mean I didn’t the ridge, I went up through the lost vally and ended up coming down the side because I came if the path lol

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@thetravellingyorkshireman5672 fantastic mate, Glen Coe is definitely one of the most beautiful places in Scotland for sure

[@thetravellingyorkshireman5672]

@@exploringwithmikey it sure is mate, I’ve got some videos on here as well check them out and let me know what you think 😊

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@thetravellingyorkshireman5672 will do buddy

[@johngerardmccarthy9103]

Jimmy's in he'll ma man.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Right where he belongs

[@jeffreyroberts7438]

Brilliant vid! The thing I always wonder about these vids is getting back down must be as difficult as going up but no one films that…..good luck and stay safe👍

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou Jeff, The getting down part was really tough on the knees, and I’m only 26 so that’s saying something, luckily enough I had poles to help, Thankyou for watching

[@ClydeBuilt]

Death Ridge 😂😂😂 It is the narrowest ridge on mainland Britain tbf. Good wee video. Glad you didnae die 👍

[@exploringwithmikey]

Many people have died on this ridge mate, so the names quite fitting

[@ClydeBuilt]

@@exploringwithmikey Aye, I know. It should be called 'Slips, Trips and Falls Ridge' instead.....

[@exploringwithmikey]

😂😂

[@hairymotter5455]

Great place. I did it in a heat wave and got burnt..used a bit of old snow to wash my face and took skin off with it...good times

[@exploringwithmikey]

Class bud

[@alexandertemple-williams728]

I expect it was into the clach age for a few beviys

[@exploringwithmikey]

Myself & Rab both drove home that same day, So no bevvys for us, HAHA

[@OutandaboutwithSpencer]

Awesome footage, I’d love to do that. I must say though, that was a big pack for a scramble like that! ATB, Spencer 👍

[@exploringwithmikey]

Spencer I regret taking the rucksack it was far too big, fell forward a few times, scary stuff

[@OutandaboutwithSpencer]

@@exploringwithmikey live and learn, that’s how we all get experience. Subbed you. 👍

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@OutandaboutwithSpencer Thankyou stay tuned & see more crazy adventures

[@1951woodygeo]

@@exploringwithmikey I agree especially on the ridge itself a slip left or right with that on your back a long way down .

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@1951woodygeo let’s just say that bag will never be coming along to any ridge ever again haha

[@drandrewclarke]

excellent filming my friend. what part of Wales is this? Snowdonia?

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou my friend, & This is beautiful Scotland ( Glen Coe)

[@drandrewclarke]

@@exploringwithmikey but you are speaking in a welsh accent??

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@drandrewclarke Haha many people say that to me, It’s ment to be a Dundee accent, I was raised in Birmingham that’s where it gets mixed up

[@drandrewclarke]

@@exploringwithmikey pulling yer leg man. half of me is from Stirling

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@drandrewclarke 😂 brilliant, Stirling, lovely place

[@jamesbeattie2591]

If you gave me a million quid,I would still never do that.I am terrified of heights.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Sometimes it’s refreshing to face your fears haha

[@1951woodygeo]

Did you no see any Golden Eagles up there pal .

[@exploringwithmikey]

Alright George, no mate, there was non soaring the sky’s unfortunately

[@1951woodygeo]

Pity that me and my mate went up Etive Moir and saw one soaring above us . What a sight beautiful bird mate .

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@1951woodygeo that would have been amazing mate

[@1951woodygeo]

@@exploringwithmikey Yeah it was mate, I always say always expect the unexpected when up in the highlands .

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@1951woodygeo very true words mate

[@thebeerjew]

Show them the beer

[@exploringwithmikey]

Rab loves a 0% beer or Two haha

[@adhrit1426]

If this is called Death Ridge, then the route to my village in the Himalayas should be called Heaven's Ridge.

[@exploringwithmikey]

It’s just a name I have given it myself

[@stuartwatson9798]

Bit dodgy is a understatement looks amazing but

[@exploringwithmikey]

If you ever get the chance, Give it a go 🏔

[@wulliescottishoutdoors]

Nice one mate loved the video, gave you a sub will keep an eye out for your videos. Atb Wullie ✊🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou Wullie, one’s coming up soon 👀

[@circomnia9984]

Lol, that's not a ridge!! That's a bloody highway!! Places like the Matterhorn summit ridge is what a real ridge looks like. This looks more like an interesting mountainbike route!!

[@exploringwithmikey]

Give it a try & then get back to me and let me know if it’s a ridge or not haha

[@circomnia9984]

@@exploringwithmikey Have you ever seen the Matterhorn summit ridge? There are even higher and sharper ridges than that!! Some ridges you can't even walk on, because it's literally like a knife's edge!! People walk on the side of it, holding on to the ridge!! Can you give me a timestamp of your video where you think the sharpest part of the ridge is? Just curious, because I did not see any really dodgy part. Maybe you didn't film the really sharpest part, because you had to focus on climbing? That's a possibility of course, but you should have filmed that part with the drone then, before or after you transversed it?

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@circomnia9984 to be honest I never even filmed the pinnacle ( scary bit) it’s bang on In the middle of the ridge, I’ll have to go back and put my GoPro on a head strap

[@circomnia9984]

@@exploringwithmikey Ah well see, that makes more sense. Please do that next time you go out there. That would make for a much more interesting video, plus prove idiots like me wrong!! 😁

[@simonjones2453]

Its not really comparing like for like. The Matterhorn summit is a mountaineering route usually attempted by experienced climbers. The Aonach Eagach is a scramble that doesn't require ropes in the summer and is doable for hillwalkers with a good head for heights. But the risk of a slip in the wrong place is very real, people die either on the ridge or the descent most years. You can bike bits of it, a couple of my mates did a few years ago but again you need to be well within your comfort zone to attempt the exposed sections carrying a mountain bike!

[@TheManOnTheRail]

Have crossed this

[@exploringwithmikey]

How was it?

[@TheManOnTheRail]

@@exploringwithmikey I was fine. I recall one very precarious section which for me I went down and up the other side in a matter of minutes, but my climbing buddy got into trouble, and I went back and had to find an alternate route by descending and traversing around and back up. That took us a good hour or so. It was nerve wracking in places for sure.

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@TheManOnTheRail class, it’s great to hear other people experience on the ridge

[@Tee-B]

3 people died on this yesterday. 6/8/23

[@exploringwithmikey]

Hence why I called it the death ridge, RIP to those who have lost there lives

[@Tee-B]

@@exploringwithmikey Indeed. You werent wrong pal.

[@exploringwithmikey]

It’s a real shame mate, not for the faint hearted that ridge, if you go BE CAREFUL ❗️

[@exploringwithmikey]

@@maybe-vl9ny I was told by many people when I was up there to avoid the stone shoot like the plague, very dangerous

[@keithtanner2806]

You didn’t show the most dangerous section, the descent.

[@exploringwithmikey]

The boring part haha

[@AnitaDil]

A few people just died on this ridge..anybody that goes up there and thinks they’re a hero is abysmally wrong.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Correct

[@EireFirst2024]

Jimmy Savilles house? House of HORRORS.

[@exploringwithmikey]

It sure was, house of horrors alright

[@EireFirst2024]

Great vids pal 👍

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou buddy make sure to hit that subscribe button 🙏🏼

[@JohnSmith-dk7to]

That’s a bit of an exaggeration 😂😂😂

[@exploringwithmikey]

Big deal get over it

[@catman8670]

One slip, a gust of wind, better grow wings

[@exploringwithmikey]

Its a good thing I had a can of Red Bull haha

[@gordonbrown2204]

Its not that dangerous, done it a few times. Easy stuff.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Nice 1

[@davidmcinnes9180]

What absolute bullshit. I used to run the ridge with ease.

[@exploringwithmikey]

Good for you!

[@Down_Time_Productions]

What is so scary about that? And, by the way, STOP STACKING ROCKS!

[@exploringwithmikey]

I’ll do what ever I want and a little punk like you isn’t going to do nothing about it

[@felixmills8892]

Stop stacking rocks?? Hahaha why? What u on about u sausage

[@kathybyerly7904]

Stunning beautiful from Oregon usa

[@exploringwithmikey]

Thankyou for watching 💚