Waking up to a storm while summit camping in the Cairngorms. (Hilleberg Jannu)

22.11.2024
Had been planning to go for another camp or 2 on Dartmoor before heading back to Scotland, but have recently been too busy and had a trip to Scotland organised for 2 months, so I knew I could get out again.
I know it is arguably the incorrect place to pitch but after a summer of lovely weather I really fancied some winter camping in harsh conditions.

[@charles-mr4oz]

You looked like someone that knows exactly what they are doing. I'm impressed.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching, guess it takes a while to look like that. Definitely didn't when I started :)

[@jameswilson6717]

I second that you looked like a boss mate kudos to you 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@colinsmith2005]

Looks like a fool who will succumb to the elements when caught in a sever blizzard, ever heard of being frozen solid, alive, until becoming frozen deceased, often in the frozen alive stance. Stat you bro, na, didn’t make it………the future.

[@stephendaniels9685]

I’ve seen many people over the years offer videos that have more than the hit of danger, that the individual has come a cropper from inexperience the wrong equipment and poor planning , you Rowan show none of theses and as a consequence enjoyed the challenge of the experience , thanks for sharing adventure on ….. brilliant composure while dropping he tent and packing

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you for the nice comment. I really enjoy these types of camps with a bit of challenge involved, got to earn the nice views when the suns out. Glad you enjoyed it. Rowan.

[@stephendaniels9685]

@@RowanWildCamps limitations are to be searched and not abused I stretched mine on a decent of Tour de Ronde in 2007 and got caught in a thunderstorm at 9000tf an experience that cannot describe in simple words , it taught me a lesson of respect , use your skill as you are doing and risk is not for you tube likes , top man great to see you living life and pushing the envelope

[@elizabethredding272]

I like the idea of co erage in the part u stored your bag I ground coverage was a great idea

[@RowanWildCamps]

​@@stephendaniels9685Oh certainly, and I always respect the area and weather, they have the final say. That does sound like quite an experience, one I am definitely not ready for. Maybe one day. But thanks again for the comments. Rowan.

[@DemiGod..]

Had a 3 season tent destroyed in a storm. Since then only bought hillebergs as not willing to risk it happening again, the latest being the Soulo BL with a clip on flysheet like the Jannu.

[@Buszkraftowski]

Thank you for sharing your winter adventure with us. Greetings from Poland.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching, can't beat a winter camp.

[@MaritimeSunset]

There is something so comfy and relaxing about this and I can't stop watching. Way better than the other videos where they just talk and talk non stop.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed it. I tend to prefer it, variation from other styles of videos is good. Rowan.

[@catecalvertarriola3986]

You can't stop watching because you're a dodo just like this so-called camper 😂

[@i.ehrenfest349]

I know what’s comfy and relaxing about it.

[@nasos_zovoilis]

Perfect weather and nice experience! Great video! It's fascinating how different people approach staying warm in freezing conditions-I’ve definitely learned a lot from my own snowy adventures.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks, I too learn a lot from watching how other people approach their experiences. Enjoy your own.

[@cherylboomhower6418]

Beautiful and the silence is wonderful, I have subscribed, thank you 😊

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching, glad you liked it. Rowan.

[@Stonehombre1]

Trying to leave in THAT STORM is crazy !!! I would have waited it out.... just my .02

[@RowanWildCamps]

A bit yes. But it was good fun to do so, and I had the food and gas for 2 nights if I had wanted to stay.

[@effkay3691]

Ya think?

[@E-S_Elreu1234]

He's tired of life, I would have waited too.

[@AceGibson1959]

Very bad judgement. Not just leaving camp in the storm, but several other places. This video is why old people send young people to war. young people have terrible judgement.

[@pgmgaming-lr1xq]

you the best bro

[@ИгорьКузаков-б6е]

Этот парень очень опытный и хладнокровный. Respect

[@derfaltcamper8100]

Absolut cool was Du machst Rowan RESPEKT und viel Spaß bei Deinen Touren Lieben Gruss Udo aus Germany

[@levijords]

Hey champ, great video, I live at the bottom of the Glenshee pass which is where I believe you have shot this video. Just a little tip for future reference, turn your ice axe around so the adze is facing forward, as in the event of a slide you will have it the wrong way round if the pick is facing forward, making the chance of a successful fall arrest low. Cracking video though and thanks for putting the effort in for us to be able to watch 🙌 All the best, Lee.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Yes I was up Glas Maol. Ok, I will look into that for next time, thank you for the advice. I suppose having it that way round is better for snow as opposed to ice, where you would want the point. Perhaps all I have read is for self arrests on ice rather then fresh snow. Thanks again, glad you liked it. Rowan.

[@levijords]

@ hey bud, so it’s the same for snow, ice, any type of ice axe arrest the Adze needs to face forward as your wrist is effectively backwards if a slide happens if the pick is forward, which means you have to 180 degree the pick back to halt a fall, almost impossible. Will link a really good video for you to take a look. 🥊

[@levijords]

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[@RowanWildCamps]

​@@levijordsOk, that's really helpful, thank you. I will watch the link for the video you sent. Cheers for the advice. Rowan.

[@kimberlyj4538]

You seem so experienced. Pretty chill inside that tent under extreme circumstances. Loved the video.

[@RowanWildCamps]

I find the bad weather tends to ground me a bit more and allows me to focus on one task, and I guess previous experience and time helps. Would not want to do that as a novice. Thanks for watching, glad you liked it. Rowan.

[@nidfest]

Stunning! days don't get better than that. I love the winter season XXX

[@RowanWildCamps]

They really don't, very special.

[@miggimay6321]

I have watched all camping videos and your are the best keep it up my friend. Bloody brilliant...ur now my number ONE

[@RowanWildCamps]

That's very kind of you to say, hopefully will get out over Christmas on Dartmoor.

[@adbogo]

You obviously never watched the outdoor boys. 😊

[@fran-kittyayers5329]

Just subscribed and I'm so glad I did, awesome 👌❤ loving the silence ❤very atmospheric

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you for saying, glad you liked it.

[@gregg9093]

Great video the silence says it all …. Brilliant 👍🏻

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching, glad you liked it.

[@jeanprice2514]

Wow and yikes!! You were camping right beside clouds.😳😯 beautiful scenery.

[@bonpecheur4565]

Beautiful video in a magestic scenery !

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, glad you liked it.

[@domnick7886]

Im surprised he didnt wait out the weather for another day. That had to be a brutal hike down with that wind chill. But great video.

[@RowanWildCamps]

I could have done, and had enough food and gas for 2 nights. And the walk back really wasn't that bad, just following a bearing to keep in the path. Thanks for watching. Rowan.

[@DemiGod..]

My strongest tent is the Soulo BL. The Jannu looks like alot of hassle to set up and more space than I would need. Had the Tarra which was great , but too much space for 1 person.

[@andrewskowronski6283]

Actually surprised the tent poles did not freeze together, I do own the Hilleburg Saivo that has full pole sleeves, not fun sliding in and out but super strong shelter. Well done Mate. Cheers!

[@RowanWildCamps]

So was I, have had that in the past and it's a right pain. Wow that is a castle, looks great. Thanks for watching. Rowan.

[@iamchriswhelan]

Fantastic composure there lad dropping the tent in those conditions. Belter of a camp that was 👌

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks, was great fun and a proper challenge when packing up. Definetely want more camps like these.

[@i.ehrenfest349]

Ha, what does belter mean? From the Netherlands, here…

[@iamchriswhelan]

@@i.ehrenfest349 Belter means "Good" well for me anyways 🤣

[@i.ehrenfest349]

@@iamchriswhelan Love it. Belter of an expression!

[@charlesrobert9527]

Excellent video, showing good practise at taking down and stowing a tent under harsh conditions. A very enjoyable watch.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, I guess that comes from learning to camp on Dartmoor :)

[@fishman1955]

Great channel. The channels with relentless chatting can get old.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, it's just what I prefer doing.

[@HakanKoca-hj7up]

Çok riskli şartlarda kaldınız. Bence dikkatli olmanız gerekli. Çünkü çadırı toplarken havanın bozulduğu anı seçmeniz bence plan için uyumlu değil. Ama insan herzaman macera peşinde ve risk insanı çeker. Sonuç ise kimse bilmez ya devam edersin ya da biter serüven.

[@shevn_fut5453]

A very well composed individual in such extreme conditions.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, I find it is good fun to have challenges in such conditions.

[@DemiGod..]

Wouldnt call it extreme as only 40mph gusts. There are videos of the akto and soulo coping with 80mph winds which are 4 times as powerful as 40mph.

[@Bbrbushcraft3]

Amazing video. Stay safe man ! That was pretty awesome ! And so extremal too

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, I really enjoyed it.

[@mattharvey8712]

Bravo......now that's a four season tent......cheers.......

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, it is a nice piece of equipment.

[@trevorgifford8917]

Nothing would make me abandon my camp with such a beautiful storm ! That's the entire reason I winter camp! At least your hike out is exciting. No inappropriate music or talking, just the way I usually like it ! Thanks buddy, hope you can stay longer next time .

[@RowanWildCamps]

I wanted to stay longer, but had to get going that morning, plus I wanted to get out before the snow took over the roads. Maybe next time I will have to do a multi night camp. Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it. Me too. Rowan.

[@jacql1682]

I would have been afraid to leave and start walking under those conditions

[@bodybuilderman3261]

He didn't even bring a heater 🥶🥶

[@trickofthetrail]

Well done mate, that was brutal. I was out the same night in the Peaks. I have to say, mine wasn't quite as brutal as that (video coming soon). The Jannu looked liked it handled it with ease. Keep the great vids coming pal. 👍

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching. I have sadly never walked round there, how was it? The jannu was great, I will have to keep an eye out. Thanks, Rowan.

[@AnupAdventures]

Wow,this view really amazing, lovely camping, such a relaxing nature, 💚💚💚❤️❤️

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching, I'm glad you like it.

[@Roam.Outdoors]

Fair play Rowan, smashed that and lived to tell the tale! Great camp mate well done, new sub from us.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks, glad you liked it.

[@nonamewithoutacause6465]

Watching this is little bit like endtime movie or Neil without Buzz on the moon...love it!

[@RowanWildCamps]

Glad you like it. Rowan.

[@Colinrussellscottishwildcamper]

Nice one, can't beat a snow camp👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏕🏔👌

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks, certainly can't.

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

.. Sure you can ... A hotel room with a hot tub ,, king size bed and hot food ..

[@Colinrussellscottishwildcamper]

@rockytopwrangler2069 lol, lightweight🤣🤣👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏕👌

[@RowanWildCamps]

@@rockytopwrangler2069 Tough one :)

[@Outdoorshuntingshooting]

Been there got that tee shirt, mine was on Ben Nevis in October, absolute hoolie. Inner tent was covered in blind blown ice crystals.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Oh wow, I still have not been up Ben Nevis. I may have had that too if I had stayed later or picked a different day. What tent did you use for that? Rowan.

[@markkilkenny1768]

Good idea with those elasticated pulls to keep the mats together.

[@RowanWildCamps]

They're really handy and double up to keep the foam mat tidy on my bag.

[@davebetts900]

Amazing video, it made me subscribe, be careful though bud.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you for watching, I always try to be.

[@petergilbert72]

Loved your weather forecasts. Sort of like the Pirates’ Code - more guidelines than a prediction 😂

[@RowanWildCamps]

At times yes. I have certain parameters I work within. As I'm sure you know, the weather changes so frequently anyway it might as well be a suggestion.

[@Babbal_gill]

Good job ❤

[@eliritashurina]

Wow! Great video

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching.

[@eliritashurina]

I love Hilleberg tent, I owned Staika

[@RowanWildCamps]

Very nice.

[@billpalacios3447]

I haven't seen the end of the video yet but those gaps should have been covered with snow !! For the love of having chance out there.

[@RowanWildCamps]

I am confused by what gaps you are referring too and the impact it had with not being covered in snow. Perhaps you can explain? Thanks. Rowan.

[@corysteiner1218]

One useful tip I learned from another youtuber named Going Solo if you're interested: If you're not wearing your boots, put the bottle of water upside down in them. It'll help keep the water from freezing up due to the added insulation. Just make sure it doesn't leak!

[@RowanWildCamps]

I watch him as well, he makes top quality videos. But that is a good tip thank you.

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

Nice and thats some strong wind and snow drift 👍🙂❄️

[@RowanWildCamps]

Certainly was, really enjoed it.

[@stigfloberghagenphotography]

@RowanWildCamps 🙂👍

[@neillairdofglencairn7216]

How can this guy have 42k views and only 1.6k subs.come on get behind him⛺️👍

[@Ghosts-of-York]

Great footage, that soup looked good 😝

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, it was actually a chicken stew but bascially the same thing. Was really nice.

[@zakirov9339]

Personally, I envy you. Living here in the Caucasus in the city of Nalchik, I have the opportunity to go on such hikes in the mountains, but -- such equipment as you have, is simply an unattainable dream for me.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Oh that's an exciting place, looks very nice. The gear helps, but its not the be all to go walking/camping in amazing places. It has taken me years to get this gear together and yet I go camping on Dartmoor in the same places I did years ago with much less/simpler gear. Almost a preference thing, it only really matters for summit camps/harsh winter or if you want to go ultralight. Can do 90% of conditions with most gear. Perhaps one day you can get the gear you want, but what you have now I'm sure is enough to allow you to enjoy nature. Thanks for watching. Rowan.

[@Ayne-ny4em]

Nice tent bro. Good connected floor. Good vlog😊😊

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, it's certainly well thought out. Glad you liked it, Rowan.

[@alanmacmillan6957]

it might as well be Antarctica. coldest place in Britain - the cairn. A death zone, and that's me being optimistic. has barely been warmer than -16C with windchill each night up there. awesome! lmao - "i'm just popping out.... I may be some time...."

[@RowanWildCamps]

Does look equally bleak on the summit there, although I will guess a tad warmer. But no, it really was a great camp, in the tent it felt practically warm. Thanks for watching. Rowan.

[@Taffwildmanofthewoods]

You legend 💪 Great video 👌 I am waiting to do a camp like that myself but Wales is lacking snowfall. New subscriber 👍 atb Taff 🤠👊

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching. It's a shame, but so worth the wait. Hopefully you will get some this winter. Rowan.

[@natalieminnis]

I always avoid wild camping if strong winds are forecasted and the chance of an inaccurate forecast like that terrifies me. But the tent seemed to cope with it very well.

[@RowanWildCamps]

I can see exactly why, and it is not a guide on pitch locations, but rather something I enjoy to do and know me/my gear can cope with it. But no, the tent was fine, thanks for watching. Rowan.

[@sajjadkhan9563]

Ao ho very cold and gud struggle❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.

[@CherieBlairWitch]

Looks very cold!🥶🥶🥶

[@RowanWildCamps]

Wasn't too bad actually. Still comfortable.

[@DavidUnderwood-t1n]

That was a great place to pitch, especially in the Jannu. I go to places like that in my H'berg Soulo. Love the Jannu but the wife would blow a gasket if I purchased a fourth H'berg.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Really was, first winter camp I have used the Jannu in. I had a Soulo BL for a time, but it leaked. That being saif the extra room is lovely in the Jannu. Probably best to stick to 3 for now then.

[@mikeoglen6848]

These Hillebergs must be good winter tents?

[@DavidUnderwood-t1n]

@@mikeoglen6848 Dependable tents.

[@mikeoglen6848]

@@DavidUnderwood-t1n Thanks.The Question is will the Wife let you buy another one?

[@davidunderwood9863]

​@@mikeoglen6848Not sure if would risk that. Love the Jannu and the Unna, but really do I really 'need' another H'berg? I hate saying it but the answer is 'no'. Thanks brother.

[@tahsinemreunver4178]

İzlerken ben korktum birsey olacak diye, siz korkmadıniz ayrica ,çadırı toplarken ki profesyonellik

[@hedleythorne]

Wow those conditions got worrying towards the end! Beast of a tent though.

[@RowanWildCamps]

I knew it was on the way, so planned accordingly, and really was not as bad as the forecast/news were making it out to be. My first proper test with the Jannu and it was great. Thanks for watching. Rowan.

[@มาลีอินทรวงศ์]

Good.For me and everyone

[@ahmedseghiri]

what's the idea? take down your tent in the middle of a storm? isn't it the opposite?

[@craigstewart5062]

That tents brilliant, thanks to your video im now in 2 minds on the hilleberg soulo BL or Jannu RL. Do you have a suggestion as i dont want to think someone has fallen into my tent another night😅 love the videos btw.

[@RowanWildCamps]

They are really nice tents. I had a Soulo Bl, but it sadly leaked. I would say both with cope with 90% of the weather you will encounter in Britain. The Jannu is a much nicer space to be in at night but you pay a weight penalty for it. Personally I have found the Jannu more enjoyable and more versatile. The Soulo is good, but for long winter nights it can be a bit cramped and that is where I prefer the Jannu. Hope this helps. Rowan.

[@craigstewart5062]

@RowanWildCamps thanks for the feedback, my only worry was the size of the soulo. From your video's and reply I'm even more swayed towards the jannu, will decide in January, thanks again.

[@tubulzr]

Great winter night out, cold and quite windy in the morning. Have been looking at some older nice Cairngorms winter hiking vids lately, this one certainly fits. As a winter camping novice, would you mind sharing a/partial gear list? Ice axe, sleeping system et cetera are obvious but I could use advice regarding gloves, mittens and stuff like that. (I've got some 90% of all required gear for snow hiking but mainly worry about freezing fingers; all my dry and warm gear becoming unreachable if I can't use any clip/toggle/zipper. Perhaps bring multiple or do you use combinations and/or something like Bramble hand warmers also perhaps?). 🤙

[@tubulzr]

Subscribed.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, really was a fun one, managed to get a bit of everything. I can do my best, although I would advise looking at a few other channels/pages that specialise in winter camping, the majority of my kit is used year-round, can cope with most UK conditions, especially as I know how to work it (comes with time). But to instantly say, definitely get a decent pair of gloves, without your hands you lose access to all your gear, no matter what it is. Mine are Rab Storm gloves, I also take a pair of Salomon running gloves and Montane Prism gloves. The latter is more for inside the tent, while the running gloves are good for taking the edge off if it’s not snowing. I also take a set of HotHands just in case I cannot warm up again. A proper thought out and practiced layering system is important as you want to minimise any form of moisture, whether that is sweat/rain or snow. All will make you cold when you stop moving. My orange jacket is mainly just for wearing in the tent, and taking a spare fleece/insulating layer is a good idea, plus a set of thermals for at night. Ski goggles or some form of eye protection is crucial and sunglasses if it’s sunny, the light reflects really well of snow. A buff, warm hat and a spare pair of socks is good no matter the conditions. And to remember if you going to take a water filter, to make sure you don’t let it freeze, put it in your jacket/sleeping bag as the fibres inside will break. Maybe snow pegs as well. And of course, all your usual navigation and exit/plan b procedures. For example, I navigated of the summit only using my compass, as the night before I checked the bearing and knew what it was and could just follow that back in the morning. Hope this helps, feel free to ask anything else. If you want a complete list of the gear I took, I can make that for you, may take a while to remember the names of some items. Rowan.

[@tubulzr]

@@RowanWildCamps Much, much appreciated input. Don't feel obliged to pull up a full list. The 3-set gloves practice seems used more often, I'll start with my variation on that. Thanks.

[@RowanWildCamps]

@@tubulzr That's ok, if you change your mind let me know. Having options for your hands is a good idea. Goodluck with your winter camping.

[@paullindberg6219]

Good movie! You can think you are in Sweden in winter 😁. I live in the southern parts of Sweden and unfortunately it has not been winter here yet.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you. I guess that's the Cairngorms for you, plus I was over 1000m elevation. I live in southern England where weather like this is becoming less and less common. Hopefully you'll get you winter soon however.

[@richardtaihitu8998]

Hanya 1 malam ? Seharusnya anda tinggal disana 2 atau 3 malam pasti seru sekali.

[@mikeoglen6848]

Excellent!

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching.

[@andysPARK]

Did you get much sleep with the temperature being low ? I was wondering how well the sleep pad and bag performed given that it may have been colder than forecast.

[@KaretReog69]

Can't imagine how cold it is there

[@RowanWildCamps]

About -9.5 at one point, but weirdly didn't feel that bad. Very refreshing.

[@Jimmy-Legs]

Pretty comfy.

[@Fellmandave1]

That was an excellent film Rowan. Were you happy with the Jannu? Looks like fine snow was getting under the 'hat'.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you. Yes, so far I am, no reason to fault it. Wasn't snow, but frozen condensation. I know some people have issues with leaking under the vent covers, but I have not had that yet with the Jannu.

[@rajabakhalaf1050]

كلما زاد الحفر في ارض التخييم زاد ضمان التدفءه وتمكين الخيمه وارتفع سور يخيط الخيمه بتواضع الخيمه الغير مرتع مداس لاي مجهول

[@Delta-fs8jm]

Stupid spot to camp. Anyone who knows the Cairngom plateau knows how exposed the summit is and featureless especially in a snowstorm.

[@nasirkhanmillizai9037]

Strong man ❤👍👏👌😍

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thanks for watching.

[@randythompson2681]

I hope it not as cold as it looked. Does your tent a a separate floor and top, looks like there is a crack around the joint that lets in cold air. Stay warm, far too cold for me.

[@EzeAdventurer]

uuuffff that's a beefy camp brother, real danger, brave man!

[@RowanWildCamps]

And really fun, thanks for watching.

[@EzeAdventurer]

@@RowanWildCamps Amazing dude

[@garynesbitt5078]

Awesome camp Rowan. Harsh conditions for sure! What are your thoughts so far on Jannu vs Nallo. I haven’t used my Jannu much since I bought the Nallo earlier this year, but this video has given me the urge to get it out again. Hoping to get out this weekend. Some tasty winds into the 50s forecast so perfect time to dust it off lol👌

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, although I am still jealous of that snowy camp you and Tom had in Ireland where the snow came up and around your tent. I find it hard to compare the 2 as they serve different purposes for me, I feel the Nallo is more versatile and just as strong if both are pitched correctly. Almost personal preference, I like semi-geodesic tents in case of unsure conditions/wind and for potential snow loading. That sounds fun, still haven't had my Jannu out in over 45mph yet, although having seen youself andd Tom use it, you shoul have a nice weekened. Cheers for the comments. Rowan.

[@garynesbitt5078]

@ hey Rowan yeah that was a one off camp. Haven’t seen conditions like those in years. I am so impressed with nallo that I would agree in all but heavy snow loading it is maybe the equal of the Jannu. That’s why I have been using it so much 👍

[@RowanWildCamps]

@@garynesbitt5078 Did seem it, but definetely special. Me too, can pretty much do the same. Plus it is a lot lighter.

[@loganavich17]

Sometimes silence can have the loudest message.well done.I'm from Glasgow and I've been to the cairngorms a few times,but what is the yellow ball( @7:30) in the sky?

[@RowanWildCamps]

It is what makes it feel more normal to me when I watch the videos back, glad you like it too. I'm not sure, I seem to remember seeing it a couple times on Dartmoor as well. Maybe it will reappear in a few months?

[@singingdog8]

This was such a good watch I just had to subscribe,respect

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you for watching.

[@RichardMathews-gv7lb]

The Cairngorms could get a reputation for being a tad windy at this rate.

[@RowanWildCamps]

It could indeed :)

[@CAMP13]

damn, its so cool

[@stuartsutherland7664]

Excellent video! Nice to watch from the warmth of my lounge! How do you prevent your water and food from freezing in those conditions?

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank for watching, glad you liked it. Food freezing has never been too much of an issue, as for water I normally boil water for a coffee as soon as I get in the tent, and boil a bit more than needed to add back into the bottle, same when making food/melting snow. Plus when it gets really cold you probably should insulate your bottles in some way, I sometimes put the bottles in my boot, for the water and to stop any potential spin drift gettig in my boots. I know some people heat up some water and put the bottle in the bottom of their sleeping bag, but I wouldn't want to risk it leaking etc. There are some very good channels out there that will be able to help you far better on cold weather caming than me. Rowan.

[@shirleyw8720]

@@RalfPinkaire-f7w He was asking how. How do you keep yours warm in these conditions?

[@scooterhughes9118]

I believe I would have had to wait that storm out before I packed up and left!

[@SarahMunk-n1i]

Might of had a very long wait then. I don't think he's that bothered!

[@RowanWildCamps]

I can see why, but the wind and snow were to get worse, and I have 2 nights worth of food and gas just in case it got really bad. But I felt comfortable leaving.

[@princessoscar3089]

OMG I woulda stayed in the tent the whole time and like waited it out! :(

[@RowanWildCamps]

I had food and gas for 2 nights, so if it got really bad, then I could have done.

[@Podsolnoox]

Thanks for the video. It wasn't easy to film, respect. But why didn't you pitch the tent inside the protective rock wall? Someone built it for a reason some time ago. And about forecasts and calculations. For example, you know that your sleeping bag is designed for temperatures up to -10 degrees Celsius, and suddenly a strong wind picks up that you didn't expect. It might be equivalent to a temperature drop to -25. Risky. Take care of yourself 🙏

[@jefferyhainley939]

Do,people realize it almost has to be a tent or a tarp.Look around no tree,s to cut down.Everything is frozen.

[@very5ick112]

i tried doing this i lost a hand to thermal cold

[@ricardoa6186]

Avería en la cabeza

[@richardtaihitu8998]

Saya rasa anda seharusnya membawa pemanas ruangan , melihat tenda luar /tenda 1 terdapat bunga2 es

[@monikamichaelis-iw3to]

No one in their right mind would put a tent there.

[@RowanWildCamps]

You'd be surprised then :)

[@3duckit]

Why would you say that?

[@bulldogmusic5964]

Beautiful and quiet.Why don't you light a fire?😮

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, can't light fires for various reasons. Only in certain locations with permission are you allowed too.

[@DBLDoG]

It’s like the moon

[@WhisperJetAmerica]

#hilleberg We are all Nature

[@cristianjosevagner1981]

vc teve um belo local para por sua barraca aos 2:41 porque não o fez?

[@craigy1872]

How do you like the Alpkit Skyehigh bag, is it the 900 ?

[@RowanWildCamps]

It is the 700, but yes I think for the price its unbeatable. Comfort rated to -2 and packs down really small, I've never been cold in it. Got it in 2019, so some of the down escpaed and has lost some loft, but won't be changing yet. Thanks for watching. Rowan.

[@craigy1872]

@ thanks for the reply. I chose the pipe dream 600. Its temperature rated a bit lower than the sky high range. Have yet to try it though.

[@RowanWildCamps]

@@craigy1872 I considered that one, but at the time the Sky High suited me better and still works well. Both are good bags, you should like it.

[@schiebmichdoch7517]

Nice Video. Where can i find your gearlist ? :-)

[@RowanWildCamps]

Thank you, I have not made one, but if you needed it then I can put one together, may take me a while.

[@schiebmichdoch7517]

​@@RowanWildCamps yes would be nice. Maybe some more people are interessted. keep up the work !

[@RowanWildCamps]

​@@schiebmichdoch7517I'll do my best, I'm away at the moment so it may be till Christmas before I get that done properly. Apologies for the delay.

[@schiebmichdoch7517]

@@RowanWildCamps nah no worrys mate take your time ;)

[@wendysue9042]

It's too bad you don't talk. It's hard to stay interested in a video where there's just no speaking. Good luck.

[@rickscheiba1338]

Looks like a good idea. Camp where theres nothing to see, no firewood, no protections from the winds, then packup during a whiteout. Yeah, Good idea

[@RowanWildCamps]

Yeah, I really enjoyed it. The stars in particular were amazing.

[@ahmedjasm8220]

❤❤

[@AlamTerkembang]

2:39 ada yang terlindung buat camp malah camp di tempat terbuka....aneh kan :))

[@tomwolf4609]

my first thoughts are ,, your asking for it , summit ! ? hi winds are coming ! looks like something I would do.. Haha . good video.

[@bobbroadhurst1648]

Haha you might have been better off building a Igloo lol You're keen bailing from a cosey tent & hiking out in a whiteout, woulda been icicles in the testicles I bet Great video You've got the gear, and know how to use it

[@RowanWildCamps]

Perhaps I should give that a go, a real challenge. Suprisingly it didn't feel that cold, as long as you could keep the wind out. Thanks for watching, I always try to get used to my kit before trying more challenging enviroments, which certainly helps. Rowan.

[@CoMorbiditty]

I would have waited til better weather before leaving. The tent will be wet.

[@RowanWildCamps]

Would have had to wait 2 days or so, for which I had enough food and gas for just in case. But I was fine leaving in that, really was not too bad.