Good discussion. Too bad you didn't mention that there is NO proof that CO2 causes warming. Real science, from analysing ice cores for historical data, shows that warming causes CO2 to be released. And, to date, there are NO scientists who understand how or why this works.
Hey, The price on the Pioner site new doesn't include a trailer unfortunately, so new your looking about £2k for a decent roller trailer. The Flexi looks like an awesome boat, get some proper speed with that.
Hi Mate I have been looing at one of these but was concerned about the low freeboard, rails help with that issue but were they just fixed on with self tappers into the HDPE or did you install something like a well nut first ? Thanks
Hi, just attached with self tapper screws, and marine sealant before screwing in. Feel sturdy enough for persons weight, but might not take heavy strain. So good for holding on.
@@glenpyper Ah ok thanks for reply mate. I asked as thought that was the case and did not want you to have a problem down the line. Without the use of a well nut, or other similar type fixing, screwing straight into the HDPE can feel secure but they tend to wear the holes quite quickly and become loose. And then possibly too late to correct with a better fixing. Just for your own benefit maybe just check with the suppliers that they approve as would hate for you to have issues down the line and spoil your fun. 👍
@@stukyu appreciated, the supplier advises this fitment for these parts so 🤞 they are right. Will bear in mind those well knuts if they become loose. Not had good test yet, but will be hitting the water asap. Youll see a video of them im action soon
60hp engine with top speed of about 32 knots, and is relatively lightweight being plastic, about 750kgs ish. Fun piece of kit, different way to get into those coastal hikes 😀
Im not really familiar with the usual pricing around add on extras for boats, the extras are quite expensive but are quality items, I think cost savings can be made if a boat is bought fully loaded in one of the bundles which Pioner do on the boats
I would give it a medium for effort as was quite strenuous and steep slog, but very interesting one, technically it would be easy scramble with only one section with a couple hand holds to overcome, but very little exposure, easy really for reasonably experience hikers. Makes it an excellent Circular route up the gully, and down the other way. Enjoy - hope you get the weather that we did on that day
Lord Rockinghams xi - hoots mon. lol . great vid guys ... nice to see the scenery rather than looking at a person talking to the camera and not showing the journey. most people want to show how they cook a meal on a camp stove lol . how many miles to a battery on the trail please 👏
Hoots mon!😃 (One of my wee old school mixes there) Thanks for the kudos, we do enjoy the show and and less tell approach to our videos, we are with you on that. Scenery is king. So battery wise its 28 miles total, we have 500w batteries and we changed them over at kingshouse, when they still had one bar left. Then used about half the next battery. So i reckon might be do able on a single 625w battery, if you dont weigh as much as me and are bit more conservative on the ups. Have you checked out part 2 of the video yet, scenery is not as good but amazing trail biking, and music to match lol Thanks for watching. Going to do the great glen way and other epic rides on videos coming soonish
@@glenpyper . i watched part 2 straight away. im thinking to do many of the trails around Scotland but got 2 dogs so only do about 20 miles a day . i have a home made kit ebike i use to carry luxury items for camping and dog food . im thinking if i only use it to power a sat nav . phone . pocket radio and walk up hill . i might be able to do many trails on 1 charge but wild camping as much as poss . cant wait to see more of your trails
You are one of the few who posted a couple of movie’s about the Pioner 16. When can we expect some more?? How is the spray of water when taking some waves? Also how about your maintenance?
Hi, thanks for checking the videos out, i have 5 videos in total with the Pioner up but will be filming more very soon, once the worst of the winter has passed 🥶❄️ There is very little spray ever on this boat, due to the hull design and high sides, when compared with say a rib. Maintenance, really just an engine service is needed, no more, the boat material doesn't need treated
Thanks Caleymarina! The Explorer has done a stack of exploring this year, its like one of the family 😁 Will be coming to you to order some upgrades soon, like rails and a 2nd console, to keep us out in the winter months, but for now its ☀️🌊😎 Check out my other Pioner 16 Explorer vids too, but this maiden voyage one is racking up the big views
Hi Glen, like the videos and especially the boat. I’m very interested in how it handles in a choppy to rough water and how much comes over into the boat. Have you ever been caught out when the wind has come up and do you have any footage of it? Thanks and keep making your videos please 👍🏼
Hi, thanks, yeah the boat is giving us some great times so far in the last 6 months. We have been through some very choppy waters up the Sound of Mull, with large wave swell and high head winds. The going was slow but no water comes on the boat, then or even at high speed at 30mph, passengers get a spray of course but the inner floor remains practically dry from sea water, which is partly due to the high sides of this when comapring with say a RIB which sits lower in the water. What we have learned, my wife and i, is that if there is high headwinds and big swell which you cant go fast in then the bow lifts up if we are both sitting in the back, so one of us sits at the front jn those situations. This can be of course done with extra fuel tank and your gear at the front for balance. Awesome boat, glad we went for it. Feels very stable even in chop.
dont have any videos of the chop, usually concentrating rather than filming 😅 But will try to capture some bad conditions with the boat and will post in near future for sure 👍
@@glenpyper Thanks for your reply it’s very helpful. I’ve been looking at the many types of roto moulded boats and this one seems to tick all the boxes for me 👍🏼 Of course you get wet in every open boat, it’s obvious. I take it you got a 60hp motor?
@@glenpyper Thanks for your reply it’s very helpful. I’ve been looking at the many types of roto moulded boats and this one seems to tick all the boxes for me 👍🏼 Of course you get wet in every open boat, it’s obvious. I take it you got a 60hp motor?
Great looking boat - I’ve been staring at the pioner 14 active for a very long time. Would you recommend these boats? What are they like being launched?
Would definitely recommend, they look great and are super sturdy, so can run up on a shore or beach easily. First and second launch and retrieve went easy, super boyant and get up on the plane easy (unless 30kpn headwinds in the sea 😬). The 14 active looks like great option too. check out the other 2 pioner 16 I've posted if you want to see more. 👍
What the heel was that??? Most WEIRD intro to a vid!! That noise after the huffing and puffing at the very beginning!! Very disturbing. And then really bad sound quality and faint?
Loved this video, especiall with the kids getting involved, are those Scottish accents I hear among the garble? I watched it a few times, it was really enjoyable :) Oh and if things got difficult... get the wife to pump? :)
The full round is on walk Highlands, I didn't stava it unfortunately, was more focused on the GoPro Lol I wouldn't recommend the last bit down to the Lodge, to much pushing not enough bits for riding.instesd continue down the walkers route at the end after the 5th Munro, it's easier having done before on foot
Haha thanks, thats the ultimate kudos 😊appreciated. I didn't have my gopro with me so had to film with my phone with one hand the whole day.. Will need to get another one uploaded with my gopro 👍
Hey Glen, just got a question. Recently I am looking on MSR hubba for couple of days. I am happy with it’s price and capacity. Just wondering that is it okay or warm for u to camp it in winter, since it’s a 3 season tent.
Hi, yes technically it's a 3 season tent, and msr do a 4 season equivalent but is more expensive. The only differences however is the slightly larger snow flaps and sturdier flysheet so support more snow lying on the more expensive 4 season one, the warmth and comfort is no different really, the inside is pretty much the same. Assuming you have the right mat and sleeping kit for winter adventures "The 'Mountain Orange' MSR Access 2 tent is much lighter than a high altitude tent but warmer and more robust than a three season backpacking tent. The Access 2 person weighs in at only 1.86kg, but because of its unique frame design coupled with advanced ‘Easton Syclone’ poles, it stands up to high winds and heavy snow loads while providing a comfortable living space."
