Wild Camping with the Durston X-mid 2P in the Black Mountains

[@R33CO]

Love and Respect to you both, but especially Mrs Wandering Forrester for being such a good sport. One Life, Live It, Love It and No Regrets. ATB. Reeco x

[@thewanderingforester]

Cheers Reeco. She's a pretty game lady! Thanks for watching, ATB, Roger

[@WyeExplorer]

Good to see you both out Roger. Yeah, a reasonable weather window - it's been wet eh? But here no wind and no rain, which is ideal for chilling and admiring the views. I imagine you were both very happy at the jaunt out. I'm heading that way Sunday myself. Good going. All the best. Mark

[@thewanderingforester]

Yeah, we needed that. As I said in the video life has been a little complex lately. I think you could see how relaxed we were by the morning, nature doing it's job!. Thanks for watching, ATB, Roger

[@ChrisJB]

Nice one Roger. I have to say I'm rather envious watching you camp in decent weather, as each time I've been free lately, the weather has been dreadful and I've stayed home. I visited Llanthony Priory a few years ago and was very taken with the area. ATB, Chris

[@thewanderingforester]

Thanks Chris. There were just two days of decent weather between stormy periods. That's the advantage of being retired - ability to pick our days. Llanthony has quite a history and is linked to Gloucester where there is a Llanthony Secunda.

[@SetForAdventures]

Looked great Roger you and Linda enjoying some fair weather and views up the black mountains ⛰️ ⛰️⛰️ Loved the story regarding the arc 👍😀 And your right about the tube tends to be all over the place (no rhym nor reason )😳 ATB Simon 🤠👍

[@thewanderingforester]

Thanks mate. Found a two day weather window for that one, pretty lucky really😃

[@andypotts8062]

An excellent video..great pitch with brilliant views...good to see you both having an enjoyable camp.. Best wishes to you both.

[@thewanderingforester]

Thanks! We really enjoyed that trip, very relaxing. ATB, Roger

[@user-xp3sb5td3u]

That’s amazing I’m really enjoying watching your video. Wish you luck!

[@thewanderingforester]

Thank you so much!

[@nondusoberbondu]

Love Your Video Brother

[@thewanderingforester]

Thanks for watching!

[@mandyrunonvegemite]

What a beautiful place! I'm adding it to my list ❤

[@thewanderingforester]

You should. It's called Garn Wen. If you go in May when the hawthorns are in flower there are dozens of them as you walk up to the ridge. Thanks for watching, Roger

[@trudytalbot]

Loved the video, thanks for sharing 😊

[@thewanderingforester]

Thank you. It was a nice overnight relaxation. ATB, Roger

[@thekaspack]

We've had many different forms of wildlife visit our campsites, but horses aren't one you see where we are lol. I'm glad "with a bit of encouragement" they wandered off and let you get back to your camping safely lol

[@thewanderingforester]

There are a few places in UK where we have horses roaming the moors and hills. They're not wild, just pastured on the moors/hills so they are pretty friendly. They don't usually come that close though. Thanks for watching, really appreciated. All the best, Roger

[@thekaspack]

@@thewanderingforester That sounds kinda relaxing, being able to watch the horses in the field while you're out.

[@rogerhowis]

Love your videos !!

[@thewanderingforester]

Thanks Roger. Glad you enjoyed this one. ATB, Roger

[@NorwayHikesTrails]

Nice video Roger, thank you for sharing 😊

[@thewanderingforester]

Thanks for watching

[@holmesaway]

Had my first venture over that side of the park a few months back. Definitely need to head back and explore more! Another great video mate 👌🏻

[@thewanderingforester]

Cheers Darren. Do like the Black Mountains. Guess who bought a RAB Electron Pro today? Been thinking about it for a while, found it 15% off from Go Outdoors online.

[@holmesaway]

@@thewanderingforester well impressed with mine. Was outside in freezing wind for hours and didn’t feel a thing! An absolute necessity for winter! Just means you can stay out for longer instead of being cooped up in the tent for 14 hours!

[@brianandpaulinemulcock538]

Good to see you both out enjoying the great outdoors. Impressed with the tent. Could you please tell me where you obtained it? I'm looking to replace my excellent but heavy Hilleberg Nallo 2. Brian

[@thewanderingforester]

Thanks for watching. The tent is a Durston X-Mid 2P Solid from Durstongear in Canada. It can only be bought via their USA distributor Kaviso. (Durston's website links to Kaviso) So there is VAT and import/delivery to pay on top. There are lots of reviews on KZbin.

[@davidhudson7590]

Good hike and camp looked at thise durston tents have you any recomendations on light set up as i struggle to carry much with health etc but want to be taking it up as hobby in retirement

[@thewanderingforester]

Not sure I'd recommend higher priced gear to someone just starting - there is always the chance that wild camping isn't for you after all. There are quite a few KZbin channels looking at the budget end gear - the 3FUL Lanshan 2 tent for example. I'd recommend buying the best inflatable sleeping mat you can - with a R value of 4.5 ish for spring/autumn, then a decent down sleeping bag with a comfort rating about 5 degrees below what you think you'll camp in. It doesn't need to be a "name" brand. Many people rate the Osprey rucsacs - the Exos is very popular., but make sure it fits you properly. All of that should be able to be sold on easily as you upgrade leater. As for the rest - pots/ stoves etc, get on those KZbin channels. The main way to keep weight down is to only take what you need.

[@3imaginaryboys1972]

We're you guys in moffat lately?

[@thewanderingforester]

No, not us. We've not been north of the border for some years now, though last time we did we climbed White Comb via the Gey Mare's Tail