Trapped in Hill Fog - A Claggy Night in the Mountains in the MSR Access 1

Trapped in Hill Fog - A Claggy Night in the Mountains in the MSR Access 1
In this video, I head up to a favourite area of mine in the Lake District national park. Tent of choice was the MSR Access 1 (new version with improved ventilation). Small, light and lots of room considering the footprint; no better place to enjoy watching the rain showers rolling by. Life is very, very busy at the moment in many different ways and I now have very little free time, so it was nice to be able to enjoy some mountain solitude on this camp.
Whilst not the highest mountain, who cares - it's a place I love and always will do and I'm happy to be out and up in the fells. I had a great time and will be working to improve my fitness which has slipped recently; thank you for watching - Chris.
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[@joehusband8479]

Really enjoyed this video Chris. Loved the voice over section and scenery editing in it. Don’t worry about getting videos out, just get yourself out as and when time suits your commitments. You’re a top dad mate, well done Chris 👏 👌⛺️

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks Joe! Increasingly tough to find the time lately! Appreciate you watching!

[@davidalexandercollins4292]

Good too see you back Chris your videos got me and my wife through lockdown!, that's good everything has worked out for you 👏

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks mate!

[@BiznessWizard]

Great adventure! Had quite a change in weather as the video progressed. That was a beautiful blue sky early on. Like that tent. I guess I would be right with you getting a more subdued fly color. That is a bright one when you are inside with the sunlight shining through it. Beautiful vistas with peaceful relaxation is how I would describe this one. Thanks for taking us along. ATB.

[@MCMOutdoors]

I've just got the green fly! So that will be great for those brighter days. Orange does great in the winter on those dull, dreary days but when the sun shines it can be a bit bright. The use of space for such a tiny footprint is superb. Thank you for watching Denis.

[@DAoutdoors]

Haha, blimey Chris. I’d be up in the hills to get away from the football! 🤣🤣

[@MCMOutdoors]

Love the internationals!

[@patdunne3277]

Hi Chris good to see you back out and about 👍

[@MCMOutdoors]

Cheers Pat

[@lessismore83009]

Good to see you back pal, nice vid again. Thanks

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks for watching mate!

[@AndyWardle]

Nice to be see you out up there. Looking relaxed. Good for the soul. I use trail shoes. The grip is amazing but ankle support compromised a bit. 🤏 You do the right thing putting the camping second. No question. No idea what’s happening with the weather. I had my big coat on my last camp. It’s crazy. Rain. Wind. Cloud. Cold. May as well be February man. Anyway. Loved the views in the morning. Makes it all worth it. Send : summer. Heat. MSR things. New sleep mat (dog proof) whislux wind rope and bat ears for parties. 🎉 👍 👍

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks mate. Agree re the trail shoes - grip on these was superb! Ankle support obviously non existent - if the terrain suits, no brainier. If a lot of scrambling etc, I'd say boots better. These were v comfy. Was nice to be out! Almost forgot how to pitch a tent! Send wig.

[@AndyWardle]

@@MCMOutdoors send Glamp

[@andrewstennett3186]

Great to see you back out matey and it's great to escape so no explanation needed fella on not as many videos.. Just great to watch. I took mini me who is actually nearly 19 up one of your faves where it has a pole in the Bowland Fells and it was so peacefully up there, not a sound. Lovely.. Courtesy of you and Ant out tent choices were Vango tempest 200 and the bobby 1. Great way to recharge. Keep up the good work fella and keep well pal

[@MCMOutdoors]

Top area that - hope you enjoyed mate, sounds like you did 👍

[@janeevans4758]

Loved the orange fly as it definitely brighted up the landscape of our dreary dismal.. dare I say "Summer" 🤦‍♀️ we need a refund on our long awaited 6 weeks of sunshine & warmer weather! I actually had to put the heating on last night! Absolutely freezing, can't believe I did it,but had to. Great upload and family always come first 👍🏻.

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thank you Jane and thanks so much for supporting the channel. Feels like I have no time at the moment, I feel pretty worn out to be honest 😬 looking forward to out summer break and doing nothing! Thank you and ATB

[@janeevans4758]

You're doing great Chris, you will forge your path and power on through it.. find your fleeting moments of solitude and enjoy them to the maximum! Take care 👍🏻​@MCMOutdoors

[@johnd8538]

A very in-tents England game as usual 😂

[@expat0149]

Was driving back from work last night , radio on for the match ,when Kane scored the penalty i was flashing my lights and hitting the horn .....good job my drive home is in the countryside ;)

[@MCMOutdoors]

Top game! Roll on Sunday 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@expat0149]

@@MCMOutdoors will be working nights but will have the game on :)

[@matthewcollis6259]

We are having a classic summer aren't we mate 🤣 3 season bag been in use all summer so far!

[@MCMOutdoors]

Woeful.

[@jasonkelsey987]

Nice one mate!

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks pal

[@therim2972]

Yo Chris….i’ve just watched your last two vids back to back..( I’ve not had time recently) the kids camp in Lake District & your solo camp.. Boss mate…in my view perfect life balance…ie amazing time with kids enjoying freedom outdoors..but also having amazing time to yourself..( that’s equally important) As for not posting content more frequently..that’s your business.. We all just look forward to watching the next instalment of the MCM show P.s. as for the Access 1..( unlike Hollands Euro 24 dream ) The future’s bright the future’s orange 😂😂 Take care Mr 👍 Come on England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks pal - appreciate it! Come on 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@grahamarnhem8659]

Best of all the outdoors channels.

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks for the words of support mate

[@cathoutdoors523]

Hi Chris, awesome video as always. I like the tent too. What I love about you is your so down to earth and very honest. Beautiful place too. Have a great week and see you on the next adventure. 😊👍

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thank you Cath - nice summer break coming up with the kids soon ☺️

[@cathoutdoors523]

@@MCMOutdoors Looking forward to seeing it. 😊😊👍👍

[@stewoods7986]

I always enjoy your vids mate. Very atmospheric and relaxing to watch. Look forward to the upcoming reviews as well 👍🏻

[@MCMOutdoors]

Nice one Ste - glad you enjoyed mate!

[@ALLWEATHERRIDERM]

Awesome cloud shots Chris, nice little outing that !!

[@MCMOutdoors]

Enjoyable trip mate. Long overdue.

[@stuartscaife9313]

Nice moody one Chris, just what is needed after last night's result.

[@MCMOutdoors]

Glad you enjoyed it mate - win some, lose some. In our case, lose all (finals) 😔😂

[@user-pd3vg3nn3y]

Hi Chris what a Gorgeous Beautiful scenery 😊😊

[@MCMOutdoors]

A nice area, spectacular!

[@rooksfoot1184]

Cheers Chris , wow great news (that you have less time for youtube) < you know what i mean lol chuffed for you.... ATB 😎👍

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks - busy times! 🏕️⛰️

[@eddyarundale1566]

👋🏻

[@leemartin2978]

Very nicely done, great use of music and skilled editing 👏👏

[@MCMOutdoors]

Glad you enjoyed it Lee

[@jjjow5092]

Good to see you back Chris. Really missed your videos, top quality as usual. We will always be here waiting for the next one…….whenever you can, it’s greatly appreciated.

[@MCMOutdoors]

Great to finally have the opportunity to get out again 😊

[@Leeslost]

Great to see you back Chris , on the subject of reviews , it would be great to hear your thoughts on the paramo velez adventure smock , I personally think there a very underrated piece of equipment, I love mine

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks Lee - it's going well, need to experience some decent rain in it still

[@Leeslost]

@@MCMOutdoors Yea I must admit I had mine up on Snowdon last week in constant rain and was very impressed with it

[@johnforshaw4269]

Good lad

[@anthonywilliams3466]

Hi Chris, welcome back, thought I'd let you know that I had to search for you and had to subscribe again, don't know why. Ant.

[@MCMOutdoors]

Happened to me a few times mate! No worries 👍

[@GoingSoloOutdoors]

A nice chill camp 👍

[@MCMOutdoors]

Sometimes they're definitely needed! ATB pal!

[@GoingSoloOutdoors]

@@MCMOutdoors absolutely

[@MCMOutdoors]

@GoingSoloOutdoors out in the Vern 1 next time 😁

[@markwinno]

Great to see you so positive mate. My lad has just got into camping, I'm trying to get him to take me with him.

[@MCMOutdoors]

Quality mate! Defo give it a go and be sure to take a few beers!

[@alanarmer8069]

👍👍👍⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️⛺️👍👍

[@grahamscothern4319]

Nice one Chris I have the MSR NX1 love it has lots of room for a summer light weight tent. I have the Abisko I’m shorter than you but the height is a bit annoying they could of just made it 2 inches taller I would pay for the extra material 😂😂 Atb Graham

[@MCMOutdoors]

Agree re the Lite 1 - the room in this is superb! ATB pal

[@Insolesandlaces]

Great video Chris honest and pragmatic. Top bloke! Wow you've gone to trail shoes from boots, not for me am afraid but how did you like them?

[@MCMOutdoors]

Was great to try them as something new - obviously not as supportive ankle wise, but the grip was noticeably superior to that on my Meindl boots

[@carlhatcher802]

Great 2 c u back...but what we all want to know is when u gonna meet up with blot..😅...no one survives the whaskey review 😮

[@MCMOutdoors]

I wouldn't survive that 😬

[@ervinslens]

Wow, gorgeous episode. Love the ambiance and editing in this one. Nicely done!

[@MCMOutdoors]

Lots of atmosphere in the clag on this one - cheers.

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Great video. I love fog 👌🙂

[@MCMOutdoors]

Me too!

[@AlanMETALMAN]

One of the best views in the Northern Lakes (imo) from the summit kern and like you I have been up there numerous times and I find it a bit harder every time I climb it. Not the biggest tent I have seen you in but big enough and I am always happy in anything I can sit up in and when those showers cleared the views were amazing. Never easy watching England, which is why I gave up 25 years ago, far to bad for my blood pressure and never watched a game since. Real moody morning, gave it a mystic feel to wake up too and good to see you got no rain on those rocky descents, cheers Alan

[@MCMOutdoors]

Favourite area of mine as you know mate. Used that tent a fair few times now and it's definitely an enjoyable space to be in! ATB pal

[@benny_mc]

Great to see you out and about, Chris. This 'summer' weather sure is crazy! Great video. Loved the time lapse 👍

[@MCMOutdoors]

Nice one Benny - hope you're good pal 🏕️👍

[@benny_mc]

@@MCMOutdoors all good here. Thanks.

[@tedwiley8215]

Have you ever used a lightweight backpacking cot? Your thoughts on whether or not they're worth it? Great video. Thanks 🍻

[@MCMOutdoors]

Never used one mate - to be fair, I never would. Mats do the job for me. I'd also be worried about piercing the groundsheet on the rock ground with the weight concentrated around the feet - maybe if I was camping in a lavvu / tipi style shelter with no floor, but never a tent - at least for me anyway.

[@littlegrandadoutdoors]

Good to see you out mate... I was wondering about your Columbia footwear.. you didn't mention them . Are they trail running shoes? Are they waterproof?? Was them being lighter a huge step up ( no pun intended).. I have a few good pairs of boots , but have been thinking about going lighter. I don't like walking shoes .... So the trail runner seems like a better lighter option, but I hate having wet feet ( it's almost phobia kind of hate )... any advise????? Cheers mate .Take care out there.

[@MCMOutdoors]

I'm going to release a short follow up video before Sunday mate 👍

[@littlegrandadoutdoors]

@@MCMOutdoors ok thanks !!. Looking forward to it. Take care out there.

[@totomesch1940]

Good to see you back out Chris....... That Access1 looks like a fair bit of kit, be interesting to hear your final thoughts on it. ATB

[@MCMOutdoors]

Thanks for watching mate

[@totomesch1940]

@@MCMOutdoors Thanks for the content, you're a good man. Couple o' beers heading your way. ATB

[@MCMOutdoors]

@totomesch1940 thanks very much pal - legend, appreciate your support 💪👍

[@trooperwolfie]

Hi Chris, if you get the footprint, you can pitch msr tents fly first (though not all in one) 👍🏻

[@MCMOutdoors]

@@trooperwolfie alright mate - I have the footprint for this, no way to pitch this particular tent fly first.

[@trooperwolfie]

@@MCMOutdoors does the footprint straps not have eyelets for the poles? My elixir and hubbas have them 🤔

[@MCMOutdoors]

@trooperwolfie no, this new model uses the "universal" footprint and just has 4 fabric loops for pegs at each corner. This particular tent cannot be pitched fly first mate. Would be even better if it could.

[@trooperwolfie]

@@MCMOutdoors I just checked the official msr site, the access 1 footprint definitely has the red aluminium eyelets for the poles, did you get the universal footprint?

[@MCMOutdoors]

@trooperwolfie see above reply..... Came with the new "universal" footprint.

[@pootlingalong8928]

Are you able to name which tent of the several you’ve used is the one tent you’d keep if you were only allowed one?

[@MCMOutdoors]

If I could only keep one tent that I own, it would be the Hilleberg Soulo. I own very many tents and have used many more.

[@woodywoodhead175]

Have you ever had the experience of slipping out of your tent with your mattress all the way down the hill in the snow, waking up in the morning to discover your tent 1500m higher up, wearing only your underwear and socks?

[@MCMOutdoors]

No, but sounds dreamy 👌

[@woodywoodhead175]

@@MCMOutdoors 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@paulgallagher5357]

What the lake in background what hill you on