4 Days TOUGH Hiking in Remote Mountain Wilderness - THE VIKING CIRCUIT

We spent 4 Days Hiking in remote high country wilderness on the Viking Circuit, Victoria!
‪@TheBeardedBushranger‬
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[@ScottysGoneWalkabout]

That was epic mate. A solid adventure, speccy scenery and some great editing. Loved the quick zoomed in cuts. Hats off the Luke for doing swagman style. That would have been brutal carrying that swag up those mountains. 😂 You boys both earned that beer at the end. I’m currently in my tent, camping on the edge of a cliff in the blue mountains and managed to watch this masterpiece with one bar of 4g. Shoulda just saw the sunset I had. It was a proper nature emergency.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha one bar of 4G. That sounds like me down here in Lime Bay in Tassie. Doing exactly the same 🤣 Just watched Xanders bloody long vid in the lowest quality possible. Still excellent haha Thanks though mate, I appreciate it. I definitely had fun with those grainy zooms. I was actually in tears while editing a couple of those tbh 😂 Hope you got some good shots of that sunset brother! Enjoy!

[@Mstriker5]

@@TheSillySwagman Xander collab incoming?!👀

[@TheBeardedBushranger]

Never seen so many close ups of my face while I'm struggling through life 😆 Ripper vid! Great memories.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha ahhh mate, I’m so glad you have humility because I enjoyed putting those together so damn much 😂

[@kaylahlee1852]

Thank you for advocating for respect for our bushland and shared camping grounds. it's amazing that we even need to speak about bush etiquette but it seems like many still don't get the picture. It's just so un-Australian. Loved the hour-long format by the way.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Kaylah. And yes, it’s sad, unfortunately I’m not sure what it even means to be “Australian” these days. Our culture towards the bush is actually pretty average as much as we like to hype up our bushman/swagman history. Those days are long gone. It’s a cultural thing for sure. I’ve been full time on the road for nearly 6 months now and the amount of childish 40 year olds I see ruining campgrounds is unbelievable. So it’s not just the kids either. Crazy! Anyway, enough of a rant for now 😂 Thank you for watching 🙏

[@kaylahlee1852]

Oh I can only IMAGINE what you've seen since being out on the road full-time. But good on you for calling it out.

[@andyprice4696]

You guys are Fing hardcore! Thanks for the adventure and the Views!! Every time I see a Mattsy video pop up, it’s a nature emergency! Keep on trekking…

[@jarrededwards7854]

I’m all for the hour long length 👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

Cheers mate!

[@teeflo2757]

+1 ! nothing captures the feel of a serious hike like a proper documentary-style video. cheers boys, you did it ! 👍🏼✌🏼🖖🏼

[@fayeadamczyk7431]

I’m a 76 (& a half!) Y. O. Woman from west Aussie and usually don’t watch KZbin’s as long as this one, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for taking us along. I also watch Scotty’s Gone walkabout. Haven’t watched The Bearded Bushranger yet, but looking him up now. Just wish I was fit enough to do even just a little. At one time I wanted to do a bit of the Bibulmum Track which goes from Perth to Albany - but I never did get round to it. Look it up. If you come this way at least do some of it. Once again, thanks. Australia is a wonderful place. ❤

[@leithmurray736]

I’m absolutely amazed at the stamina of Luke negotiating all that bushbashing with the seperate bed roll on a sling. That would have pissed me off in a very short space of time. Great effort by you both. Leith

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahahaha so bloody well put 😂😂 I’m right there with you mate. It reminded me so much of my time in the army, carrying some extra section stores or weapon system, hanging off a shoulder or strapped awkwardly to the pack and having it get caught on every single branch imaginable while it all weighs about 40 kilos 😂😂 He was giving me ptsd every time I turned back to check on him haha!

[@chriskirkman5425]

All gave some....Some gave all....Some are still giving. Lest We Forget

[@TheSillySwagman]

Lest we forget 💪

[@ktswandering]

Loved this vid! Proper bush bashin'....looked like hard work but fun. The grogan in the fire is just bloody un Australian.

[@rexplore.]

As an American, your content is a fantastic way to see the beautiful nature of Australia with some great personalities! You guys should come explore up here, lmk if you need help scheming, I live in Colorado 🤙

[@asymdelegate]

"You just ruined my shot mate..." "Was trying to get a thumbnail mate...." just awesome.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha

[@Fiona_Chasing_Light]

What an epic ... also enjoyed Luke's video of this one. I love the hour long version for a hike like this because I kind of feel like we get a good feel for how tough it was. A great way to have a taste of nature (if we can't get there ourselves, especially). Take care Mattsy!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Fiona. Yeah that’s what I thought, too. It really was such a slog I thought a short vid wouldn’t do it justice, and like you said a lot of people want to be taken on an adventure and see things that maybe they’re not able to themselves. I appreciate that feedback 😄 Enjoy the rest of your weekend Fiona! 🙏🙌

[@nudge2626]

Button Man seasoned your fire

[@wesshirlaw8716]

Legit could have been a button banger 😂

[@randyhiggins9635]

WHAT A JOURNEY ! NO WAY WOULD I EVER ATTEMPT IT !.....CHEERS !

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! Thanks Randy! It was truly epic! Thanks for watching us struggle instead 😆🙌

[@gunterlangesschwein.kieran1784]

Awesome trek bloke , magic scenery. Gotta love the nature baby! I love Australia.

[@cordellkent4790]

Thanks M@c. As a former Infantryman myself, I always enjoy your posts. This was a really good one.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! That’s great to hear. I know there’s always some lingo being dropped that the infantry guys pick up on at a different level haha

[@NoMatureContent]

Its Uncle Buttons, too. He's legit and wont hurt you. Just a prankster.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Uh oh, I’ll remember that haha!

[@PaulMacDonald-bc2nx]

The battered bush ranger …😂 poor bastard… that was on day one ….

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! What an absolute battle carrying that gear 😂 he did well to not ask me to hit the SOS button

[@benjaminlucas22_22]

Thanks Mattsy and Luke

[@UrbanKiwiana]

Gidday mate, I recently found the bearded bushranger and his perspective of this journey then KZbin said you know what Izeak you loved it so much come and watch this fellas. So here I am all the way from Nz got wet toes and all just so I could get over and watch this What an incredible adventure and what a incredible peice of scenery. The humor and the journey was so good. Had some good laughs along the way thanks. The one time when someone would say bro stick to your daytime job and you can agree 😂. Have a blessed rest of your week,

[@meturns4666]

Gidday fellas, wanted to thank you for taking me along . A bit over 45 years ago ,at the age of 15 yrs old I did this exact walk , came up from the Wellington River n walked Howitt Rd to Gantner hut . I at that age I too felt almost spiritual feeling towards this whole area , we called it gods country too . Views for a lifetime and memories to feed the old brain till this day . Loved your narration and filming , again thx , cheers from Melbourne.

[@TheSillySwagman]

That is bloody awesome to hear mate. It’s a spectacular area that’s for sure, I never realised Australia even had mountains like that! It was amazing. Thanks for watching mate! Take care

[@meturns4666]

Cheers mate , recon you should checkout Tarli Kargn n the Sentinels, another great walk , im ex 126 signals , way back when , your ex infantry yes ?

[@TheBeardedBushranger]

@@meturns4666 I'll definantly being doing tali kargn and the setinels soon. Love the licola area .. best part of Victoria I say

[@dorknuckle]

The apparent wilderness fills my heart with joy! Thank you for sharing such an epic trek.

[@TheSillySwagman]

And thank you for watching! 🙌

[@Isxiros100]

Yess! The spam makes an appearance. One of the best camping foods.... might be a product of my upbringing, but spam and corned beef in a can have a special place in my heart

[@officialtassieboysprospecting]

Mate, nature emergencys at every angle what an amazing place to spend some time with a pack and a mate loved it a good solid walk in a beautiful part of the world.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! Yeah tell me about it i was gobsmacked within the first half hour of the hike. Totally blown away by those views from the cross cut. Just epic. We certainly are lucky here!

[@liamsaunders7851]

Thanks for another epic adventure Mattsy and Luke too! Was very informative and entertaining as well! Bring on more nature emergencies champion!! Yewwww!! -Liam 🇦🇺 🤙🏿

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Liam! Bring on the nature emergencies of the future 🙌🙌🙌

[@ingridmccarthy0707]

Absolutely epic walk! Stunning scenery and full-on walking.

[@CraigHenneberry]

Best one yet Mattsy 💯 That Bearded Bush Banga is one tough mutha -

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha the Bearded Bush Banga 😂😂 Thanks mate! I’m glad you enjoyed it! He sure is a tough bugger 🤣

[@duraidayoubi9057]

Now I can say I have seen it all. A ginger bushman carrying a handbag. That is hilarious. 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahahaha!!

[@TheBeardedBushranger]

I needed something to carry my make up in

[@tr33tr33tr33]

Hurrah, new episode!! *settles in with a sunday beer*

[@TheSillySwagman]

Yesssss! 🙌🙌

[@sailingseriously2035]

Awesome together you two knuckleheads. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@jae4807]

Amazing journey! Thanks for showing us beautiful parts of our country that most of us don't know exist, this one was tough and definitely needed the full hour to see and appreciate what you both went through on this hike. When Xander comes to Australia you need to take him on an epic hike like this 😊.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it, even if it was a little longer than usual. I agree though, I think it wouldn’t have done the journey justice if I had left half of the struggle out. A good one for memories sake anyhow 🙏 I would absolutely love to catch up with Xander when he comes down here. We will see if I can manage to t that up haha

[@kurts64]

Awesome mate, had to throw this one on the TV, that's some speccy country man! 👍👍🇦🇺

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! Haha for sure 😆 And it’s bloody Epic isn’t it! I don’t throw that word around very often, but it’s fitting for that area

[@shanemaher5903]

Really enjoy watching your videos of your trips and your great sense of humour , LEGEND MATE 🤙

[@Bileg-OchirGanzorig]

Beautiful!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Isn’t it?!

[@waynepugh7844]

Absolutely epic adventure guys!!!! love your work, keep it up!!!

[@user-ArtsyVW]

wow, that was surely epic, and I mean 'Ep-ic!'.. so cool to see your skills in the military shining thru .. you 2 are so inspiring, Luke looked the part in a few back-shots of him walking along the ridges 'looked like a real swaggy'.. great spooky story Lukey.. Once again, just love listening & contemplating your ramblings in literary poetry form.. look forward to those now..

[@JoChadwick]

That was fantastic, Mattsy and Luke! Really enjoyed the nice long episode to hunker down with on a Sunday night. You sure came across some beautiful epic scenery, and covered all types of different terrain on your adventure. Hats off to you both! Also, I was with Mattsy getting goosebumps when Luke told the Button Man story, just before sunset too! Thanks again and take care!! :)

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Jo!🙌 I couldn’t believe how incredible that mountain range was. I was not expecting it! And so true 🤣 What was he thinking saving that for just before bedtime haha! Thanks for watching, Jo. Always appreciate your comments 😊

[@Anon-cq1kh]

'Man from Snowy River' country. Breathtaking....

[@TheSillySwagman]

Sure is 🙏🙏

[@anthonymitchell6764]

That was epic matty. Loved every minute mate Thank you to yourself and Luke for some fantastic viewing. Those camp sites and unbelievable views are incredible ❤❤❤

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks for watching mate! It was wild to be there. The views had me in complete awe the whole time. Absolutely spoilt for choice when it came to campgrounds too. Thanks for watching 😄🙌

[@JohnnyRumpassBuns]

I loved the hour long video. Told myself when I found you I'd never skip an ad to support you. Loved the close ups of old mate struggling.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha thanks a lot mate, I really, really appreciate that 🙏 Legend!

[@roam_free]

Alright we need more four day plus trips from you guys. It's where the insanity starts to kick in and I'm here for it.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha noted 🤣 Thanks mate! I’m glad you enjoyed the longer ep 😄

[@outdoor_mac]

The upness strikes back.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Every damn time

[@mj2745]

Legends! What a beautiful part of the country. The sense of accomplishment at the end...priceless.

[@TheSillySwagman]

It truly is. It’s bloody amazing up there!

[@hurricanenet31]

I was an Infantryman in the American Army, after watching some of your videos it's funny how the humor that you get while an infantryman seems to be almost universal. I did have the pleasure of working alongside Aussies while deployed and they were by far my favorite allied nation to work with. Love the videos!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha it certainly is mate, I’ve noticed that too. Yeah, I had the privilege of working with some of your guys too and you guys go hard af. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos brother 💪

[@martinwestern6475]

Great trip guys

[@TheSillySwagman]

That it was mate! Thanks for watching 🙏

[@jeanie7369]

Absolutely incredible video, well worth the wait. The scenery was incredible, just magic. I think it’s one of your best videos yet. Your an inspiration, well done Mattsy, loved it.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you very much. Jeanie! I’m glad you enjoyed this one 🙏😄 Thank you for the feedback too!

[@jimnapier6885]

Well done mate an excellent adventure, well captured, inspires a bloke to get it into one sock again..

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you very much mate! 🙌

[@mykeforce1007]

Wild stuff mate! What a hike that looked like views are always worth the hardship

[@TheSillySwagman]

They certainly were mate! I was blown away in that place

[@MTwoodsrunner]

good job boys!...woods

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks for watching mate!

[@Pink_Sky_By_Night_Adventures]

Great hike, how beautiful is that area, just amazing 😊❤

[@TheSillySwagman]

It was absolutely mind blowing out there! Nothing could’ve prepared me for just how stunning it was. I loved it. Even the struggles 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@mikey8316]

Quick quick! KZbin emergency!! Mattsy and Luke uploaded the Viking and Crosscut Saw

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha! Get around em!

[@daffman1]

Geez hats off to Luke carrying his gear like that! #mountaingoatsherpa

[@alexandervalaris72]

Super pumped for this hour long banger my Saturday just got better

[@TheSillySwagman]

Legend! I hope you enjoy it mate 😄

[@royburns6532]

Epic adventure! Can’t wait to do this one myself

[@TheSillySwagman]

It’s bloody unreal mate!

[@antonyrayson7425]

FINALLY 👍👍in the Vic Alps. Now you have to tell Scotty where it is 😂

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! I’m sure he’ll get there eventually now that he’s seen our vids 😂

[@MrDiPY]

That was a brilliant trip. What a journey, guys!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you for watching mate 🙌

[@daffman1]

Great video Mattsy, really enjoyed it! 👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot mate, I’m glad you enjoyed it! Was a solid adventure 😄

[@DopeyDylBag]

Xander with an hour upload yesterday, silly with a one hour one today, my Sunday is sorted, can't wait to have a cuppa, a feed and draw some inspiration from you again mate, cheers ❤

[@TheSillySwagman]

I’m popping his on tonight 🙌 Reception at the campground isn’t amazing so it could turn into a 3 hour Xander episode. Things could be worse 😂 Thanks a lot for watching brother and keep getting out there!

[@DopeyDylBag]

@@TheSillySwagman it's a beaut mate and lol things deffs could be worse! No doubt I will brother you'll see my name in KZbin shortly enough 😎

[@djmini2numpty141]

hats off to the rangers for the work they do, mostly unrewarded. happy trekking guys. frank from downunder

[@damianredmore9448]

great video, amazing hike.

[@thefun-employedadventurer3011]

Just found you lad and loving the sense of adventure! Cracking video

[@DaveMacsCamp]

OMG you two are absolute MACHINES. Huge trip. Loved the video. Genuinely amazing!!!! Your on fire this year. Unstoppable!

[@okeyokey578]

ga dam it , this is beautiful !!!!!!!!

[@eliritashurina]

I had great time watching this video it was fun to watched.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the adventure 😄

[@I_V_A_N_88]

53:10 “coffee went through me like a bloody freight train”😂

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha I chuckled every time I saw that while editing 😂😂

[@jackwilson4100]

one of the (many) highlights was that comment 😂😂😂

[@leonardcharles8745]

Follow the spam cans mate 😂 love watching you two blokes Matsy 🙏💛👌🍻

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha! Thanks mate! 🙌

[@johndingey8110]

epic trip!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks John! Appreciate you watching and leaving a comment while you’re at it 🙏

[@francisday3187]

That was so awesome! Thanks for making and sharing. 👍🙏

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks for watching mate! I appreciate the comment 🙏🙌

[@damedavidfrith55]

❤ it thanks for sharing it love your laugh u sound like Dasterdly happy trails mate😊

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha! Thanks mate 😆 thank you for watching!

[@TrinityMattocks-iq1vw]

Aaaaaah SO good fellas. Am mostly impressed at how you both managed to film whilst completing such a gruelling circuit! Those navigation scenarios and the 'free for all' moments... YEP! 😂 I've developed a soft spot for brumby pads. They can be very beneficial so long as you know when to come off!

[@rickwhitson2804]

I had no idea that parts of your country was that beautiful

[@duffynorris-bailey854]

That was worth waiting for. Another classic. Hope all’s well and we get to see more of your adventures. Nature baby.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! All is well, stuck in a bit of limbo down in Tassie while I wait for a few things to get sorted but hopefully not too long 🙌

[@HJane1967]

Absolutely awesome. What a hike that was! Loved it ❤ thanku 😊

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you for watching 😊

[@bradpacker8370]

Great video mate 👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

Cheers Brad!

[@CraigReaper]

You guys are awesome Great content. From one ex infantry man to another. Soldier on brother

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you mate! Soldier on indeed 💪 Hope you’re well brother

[@waynemcmillan5970]

Talk about bad bush etiquette with the toilet paper, disgusting. Great hike fellows. Thanks for the video.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Yeah i couldn’t believe that, maybe at a drive in campground on a long weekend. Disgusting. Apart from that the hike was unreal! Thanks for watching mate!

[@adayinthelife7683]

Epic! 👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

🙌

[@camgrice]

Great episode ❤

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Cam! 🙏🙏

[@lizmondel2003]

Epic moment after epic moment. What a fabulous part of Australia it is. Thanks for for the extra effort you made to film it.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Liz! Wasn’t it! I never knew we had mountains like that here in Australia. It was such a bloody eye opener haha

[@OnCountryWithMick]

Hectic hike mate and some really stunning views. Good to see a video coming up again too. Hope all is going well.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you mate! Yeah, there’s been a lot on the plate, definitely not a lack of uploads because I want to 😆 I’ll be back in full swing soon though

[@OnCountryWithMick]

@@TheSillySwagman All good mate, It is just nice to see a clip. I always enjoy your videos and your wholesome little quotes.

[@youmeandtheGSDs]

So good, I’ve watched it twice!!!

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha that is so good! Thank you! 🙏

[@johncahill1587]

Was an hour and a bit well spent that. Great watch as always Mattsy.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot John, I’m glad you enjoyed the longer one 😄

[@johncahill1587]

@@TheSillySwagman I really enjoy the longer vids. I’m sure they are a nightmare to edit tho. Plus it makes me miss Australia. Not sure I’ll ever get to visit again but never say never.

[@dempsone867]

You’re a legend mate great video.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Haha thanks a lot mate! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the vid 🙌

[@TheSillySwagman]

And thank you for dropping a comment too! It really helps 🙏

[@AllThingsOutdoors]

You're in my backyard Mattsy. Back in the 50s my grandfather lead a survey party on horse back that were surveying a route from a road below the snowline between north east Victoria and Gippsland. He is buried along with my grandmother and my father on the dargo high plains. I grew up in those hills.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Oh mate, how unreal is that. The idea of being out in a place like that on horseback… that’s bloody impressive. That’s a pretty incredible history to be a part of mate. 🙏

[@thejulesfather]

Legends!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheSillySwagman]

🙌🙌

[@janet33465]

Really enjoyed this one, what magnificent land. Your respect for mother nature is incredible. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you Janet 😊

[@yuriy_kondor]

It's cool that you got a chance to travel with tom bombadil ! 😃

[@TheBeardedBushranger]

I appreciate this Lord of the rings refrence 😆

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha Yes indeed 🙌😂😂

[@herbsmith6871]

Very cool my friend😎

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks Herb!!

[@Petestleger]

How the effing effity eff did Luke @TheBeardedBushranger manage to do that with that kit? That man is crazy/a machine! His 'the coffee went through me like a freight train' will stick with me for a while. Mattsy, it hurts me to the depths of my soul to give compliments, but that was about as good as KZbin gets. I may have had a drink or two though... Cheers to you. And that Shaggy Scalycap on yer head. Oh, and I misheard Luke at first on his telling of the Button Man. The Butt Man would have been a very different story.

[@TheSillySwagman]

“Hurts me to the depths of my soul” 🤣🤣🤣 Well thanks for enduring that while you paid me a very generous compliment Pete haha! I have absolutely no idea how Luke didn’t decide to just burn his swag in the campfire along with his oilskin jacket before the end of that trip 😂 Thanks for watching mate!

[@marionprovan3938]

Wow awesome whoĺe trip loved it i would have fished with handline in the river thankyou for sharing beautifulxx

[@TheSillySwagman]

I guarantee you wouldn’t have given a damn about fishing by the time you got to that river haha! 😂😂 I had good intentions but that was the last thing I wanted to do by the time we reached camp 😅

[@davidtaylor1188]

Excellent stuff. Had a night in the bush last Wednesday and this is the place I came to get my fix now that I have to be in town. Hi and thanks from Far North Queensland.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you David 🙏 I’m glad we are able to offer up some entertainment and an escape in the meantime 😄

[@FloatingVillageLife]

Your resilience and adaptability amidst the challenges of the Viking Mountains are truly commendable. Your adventurous spirit and determination to thrive in such rugged terrain serve as an inspiration to all seeking adventure and exploration." And I Am Floating Village Life

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thank you very much! That is very kind of you to say. Any inspiration to help encourage people to immerse themselves in the outdoors is a win 😄

[@BlackshacksBushcraft]

I could have sworn I had already watched this one and commented, but I think it must have been Luke's video I watched. Anyway, it's always great to see a trip done from two perspectives. Oh, and that section you walked through with all the cut timber... I wonder, who was the poor bastard that lugged the chainsaw up there? 😆

[@TheSillySwagman]

That’s exactly what I thought when I saw the cut trees 😂😂 Surely a chopper just dumped it for him haha! And yeah, it would’ve been Luke’s video. He did a beautiful job of that.

[@Peakoilcompany]

Haha, some of your darker humor coming through in this edit Silly. 4:10, I know that tune 😂 It is really interesting to see you and Luke @TheBeardedBushranger side by side, taking a very different approach to each other. I relate to both, so it was like both my inner perspectives out in front of me. On the one side was a military-inspired, contemporary approach with elements of heritage. Not too far out with the glow pink plastic.. nice and subdued, realistic, fitting the times with the timelessness. Then there's the admirable re-enactment of a romantic history. A living historian, keeping knowledge and experience of the past, holding a light there so we don't lose sight of where we've come from. Luke did it tough, hey. I could see that more so in your video than in his. I respect and appreciate the effort. I would've loved to have seen a discussion between you, about your different approaches, acknowledging the difficulty of the old, the benefits of the new, imagining somewhere in between. You did a great job capturing the scenery and legs of the journey. Isn't it a spectacular range! You'll be seeing more like that in Tazzy soon, I imagine. Western Arthur's? See if you can find the scorched earth patch where I burnt my tent down, me in it! That was the moment I started looking into the past, pre plastic era. I reckon that poo in the fireplace was left by The Button Man! It looked like a freshy too. He was laying the ribbon, both pink plastic and white paper, trying to mess you up, lead you down the wrong way. Couple of KZbinrs bringing in the crowds.. he needed to make his presence known. 😂 Anyway, nice video, a pleasure to watch. I like the dynamic and balance between you and Luke. Regards, Leigh

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hey mate! Lovely bit of feedback and food for thought. I really like the idea of a catchup with Luke to discuss both sides of the experience. Pros and cons etc. I’ve got something in the rough stages of planning which I think that could work really well on. And yes! I shall be enjoying the epic ranges here in Tassie in the not too distant future 🙏 That sounds like a hell of a story with the tent. 😳 Probably right about the button man, too hahaha No doubt 🤣 Thanks for watching mate! Speak soon

[@stevetaylor9456]

Another epic movie. Loved it. Great work you blokes.👍👍👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks a lot Steve!

[@Bicycle_Fungi]

I tuned in for the nature emergencies, left fearing the Button Man and his midnight paparazzi

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha SAME!

[@Zanella1581]

Huge hike men! Well done! Special mention to the traditional swagman style! My body aches watching that! Quick one Mattsy, what sleeping bad are you carrying on this trip??

[@PM-lz5gs]

Luke is a machine for a civilian 👍 even with your creative navigating 🤣 Felt like we were on the adventure with you guys..minus the pain and a week of recovery! ANZACS would be proud

[@TheSillySwagman]

Hahaha he sure is a tough fella 🤣 I’m glad you felt you were apart of the journey! I think that’s why I wanted to make this one a little longer, it was a longer trip and it was a battle, I felt a short one would take too much away from the reality of the experience haha

[@DaveandBuddyOutdoors]

Nice one fellas, really enjoyed this, and the story of the buttonman, shame about the sh*t in the campfire, some people really are disgusting, still, met some good folk near the end there atleast. Top stuff 👍 Go easy 😉 Take care All the best D & B 👍

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks for watching as always D & B! Yeah I can’t tell you how many beers we were offered on our walk up that hill on the last day, I was more than happy to accept some oranges for the vitamin C though haha!

[@prado.offroad]

Thank you for sharing this adventure with us, i miss doing multi day treks before children🤣 now im lucky to squeeze in an overnighter

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks mate! Haha well I’m glad we can offer some escapes between then!

[@coffeetwosugarswithhikingb4180]

Awesome video. Your personality is what makes these videos so good to watch.

[@TheSillySwagman]

Thanks you! 🙏🙏🙏 I’m glad you enjoyed it 😄

[@coffeetwosugarswithhikingb4180]

@@TheSillySwagman from a 7rar brother