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I spent my whole childhood and early adulthood being skint. So it's great to have the opportunity to buy this sort of kit now. It makes all the difference. A hike in the winter ceases to be a grim exercise in masochism and becomes a pleasurable challenge. Will definitely check out your recommendations, mate. Cheers.
I’d recommend the rab xenair alpine light to replace your strata hoodie, looks like it’s does a very similar job and it so comfortable. Lightweight, breathable, decent wind resistant, they also do a thicker version
Great video - very clear, well presented and informative. I've been climbing Scottish mountains for decades but have never done anything specifically in the winter, but it's good to know the basics of the layering system and dealing with the reality of being "too hot" when it's below freezing!
Always interesting to see what's in other people's rucksack 🎒 especially for going out in Winter conditions ❄ very informative and very helpful Robin 👌 atb Brian 👍
Recently started hiking, done 5 munros this year, I’m slowly building my gear up, got b2 boots, yet to buy crampons or an ice axe but I’ll get those soon and try some winter hiking. Gear is fine because you have it for years but I’m finding the most expensive part of doing Munros is going to be fuel, I need to move from Edinburgh to fort William 😂😂
The good thing is, winter gear tends to last. There is something selling Grivel Monta Rosa crampons on Walkhighlands, they're a decent walking crampon. I reckon Stirling is the best place for commuting to the hills, maybe Aviemore if you want to head further north on a more regular basi. 😁
As a 'hot' hiker I rarely need hats n gloves but always.. always take them.. just in case.. The most important thing for me are waterproof shells.. of all the things I have, they're the items I look after the most.. reproofing almost every couple of months.. 🤷 Great video Robinski 👊
Cheers Jim, my grandad used to call me Robinski. 😊 I'm similar to you, hats and gloves are on and off constantly as I'm always hot. Only wear 2 layers, so the traditional 4 layers doesn't really suit me.
Super important video, one which I’ll refer back to when I’m looking for new gear. When I started doing a lot of hillwalks I was really broke. I bought a rain jacket in SportsDirect for £50 and it came with an inner fleece. I wore that combo for years, even when I started winter walking. My layers came from Aldi and in cold weather I just wore a pair of leggings under my Decathlon trousers (still do!). I managed to get a pair of very old leather winter boots second hand for £10 - they were great, except my feet sometimes got a bit cold. My first big purchase was a Rab balaclava, £30, which was money well spent as it has a vent so you can wear it with goggles and still breathe. I’m no longer broke, but when my old Sports Direct fleece started to wear thin, I bought another - for just £10! like it because it’s breathable and has pockets. The down side is it’s a bit heavy. I’ve upgraded my jackets to a Paramo and a Mountain Equipment, and I spend a lot on footwear. My gloves are Sealskin and Decathlon - the big winter ones from Decathlon (£22) have kept my hands toasty warm in minus 15 wind chill, even though I’m prone to Reynaud’s. I do think crampons are essential in winter conditions. I use microspikes sparingly as they’re not so good if the snow on a ridge suddenly turns to vertical ice, and they ball up. I was climbing Beinn a’ Bhuiridh near Ben Cruachan last year with a friend who was wearing microspikes, and as we were going up a very steep section she suddenly fell and backward-somersaulted back down, because her spikes had balled up with snow. It was a miracle she didn’t hit any rocks and was unscathed (she still insists that it wasn’t because she was wearing microspikes though 😅).
I think when you first start out you always cobble together what you can on a limited budget and you get by. Ironically I started off with one of those 3 in 1 jackets with the built in fleece. Was a North Face one that cost me £150 but I wore it everywhere to justify the cost. Your friend is lucky by the way, that could have been really nasty. I wore Microspikes up Bynack More and it was the final section to the summit I discovered they weren't aggressive enough once the terrain got steeper. Glad I had my axe as back up.
Great informative video and a big thumbs up for it👍. Going into the mountains in snowy freezing condition’s requires a lot of knowledge and what to look out for, and once you’ve learnt about the mountains (as you know) nothing beats it.
Cheers Stevie, what you got that matches? Aye it is a tad controversial, but better than what I've seen people use on the hills like those Yaktrax things.
@@WalkWithWallace got same socks, Lowe Alpine Cap and same ideas with the jackets. Different thickness of jackets depending on weather and wgat you're out to do. Very similar but just different brands here and there. I do get where you're coming from regarding the crampons and slip on grips. I made the mistake last year trying to cut weight and left the crampons in favour of the slip ons and i won't make that mistake again
It got used too much not on the hill. It was so practical and comfortable it ended up being worn for walking to work, cycling and kicking about. In the end it just got battered and not treated with the respect it deserved!
Great summary of clothing and some of the equipment needed for a winter day on the hill. My system is very similar but carry more spare mitts than gloves as I find them warmer. I would agree that on many winter hills 3 season boots and Kahtoola KTS Steel 10 Point Flexi Crampon are a good choice. Think a bothy bag is a great piece of kit to add to a winter sac. Now let’s hope it cools down and we get a winter 😉
Robin, a cool talk through of your winter gear, hopefully it will come this year❄😊 especially in the lower parts like Northern Ireland. The Sherpa hat is the coolest and agree about the heat of the Lowe Alpine👍 Agree about the Polartec Alpha which is so versatile, have a Montane jacket made from this that I wear all the time👍 Good to hear you have had some of your kit for ages and it is there for when needed depending on the conditions, it is cool to break something out after a year or 2😊
Thanks Gerry. What sort of winters do you get on the Mournes? Although smaller than the Scottish mountains, you must get some fronts off the Atlantic?fingers crossed we get a decent winter. 🤞🏻 Yeah I've got a good mix of old and new gear, winter stuff tends to last longer as you're not out as much.
Robin, the Mournes are on the east coast so get it with an easterly wind, they don't tend to get as much snow as the more westerly lower hills like the Sperrins which can have plenty of snow whilst the Mournes have very little. Snow cover only tends to last up to a week as our weather is so mobile and the hills aren't big enough to keep the cold. It is good when it does come though❄😊
Good man Robin always enjoy these vids wonder what winter we will get this year. Love your wee dog i wish i had the time to have one too would love a wee 4 legged pal for the hills. Cheers Robin take care mate 👍
Hi Robin, nice to see your outdoor cupboard, mate (not to mention the doggie!). So well organised - I'm impressed! So, when you say, "Get yourself a decent pair of sunnies," you mean don't just nick your wife's, I take it? 🤣🤣😂🤣
Cheers Paul. I like a well organised gear cupboard so I know where everything is and correct, your wife's sunnies won't cut it with the snow glare. 😎 😂
@@WalkWithWallace Same. Was looking forward to it last year and got a classic winter day on Beinn Daimh in December then basically nothing the rest of the year.
Good insightful info based on real experience 🙌🏼 All good kit choices. I use the same socks liner and smartwool mountaineering socks, they are the 🐕’s. I highly recommend the Rab Kinetic Alpine trousers, waterproof but a wear all day option, so they basically replace your normal 2 pairs. Now let it snow ❄️
I would very much appreciate a review of the KTS crampons. I have only used stiff boots with step in crampons and was wondering about a lighter alternative for winter hill walking/Munro bagging. I love your videos and I completed the CWT earlier this year having been inspired by your video. Thanks Rob
CWT one of the best experiences. I took your advice on cutting the corner on the way to Barrisdale. Glencoul Bothy spectacular. Assynt was terrific. Stayed at Kearvaig Bothy and had a fantastic night where we met up with some people we had met on the trail. I started the trail on my own but completed the walk with a lady lawyer from Berlin. Hardest bit the descent to Glencoul but absolutely fantastic experience. I'm 67 and my 3 year old springer cross really enjoyed the trip. Keep up the wonderful work. The walk videos are inspiring
@@user-ce5fp2de5y brilliant mate, it's fantastic isn't it. Sounds like you had a blast. One of my friends met his partner on the CWT. A Polish lady who only stayed about 10 miles away from him. Chances eh. 😁 We finished the trail in Kervaig too, took a break from filming and enjoyed reflecting on the past 2 weeks.
Great stuff Robin, I suffer from Reynaulds so need to invest in some decent gloves ready for winter … my eyes stream all the time in wind and cold so will probably invest in some goggles too x
Have you tried the Farrino trekked ripstop jacket brilliant for bad weather . Covers your rucksack as well can be used in many different ways easy to put on better than any poncho it has been well designed .
Just seen this now. Some great tips mate. Guid gear anaw. 😉 Might have to get a pair of they flexible poons when I can afford it. Nice tae see ma auld orange Matalan jacket. 😉
Superbos! Totally agree with your crampon and boot set up I've Scarper Manters and technical cramps I use them as little as possible especially as our dog Billy is always close by my side... I much prefer my Scarpa Rangers and Hybrid Cramps we don't get the winters down here in't Lakes that require much more than Hybrids or even Micro Spikes an axe is essential bit of kit a total life saver that's talking from experience... Great vlog bud 👍🏻
@@WalkWithWallace me too on one of the worst places a slip a few years back from Striding Edge (Helvellyn) hopefully never again for both of us... PS hope you catch my Canisp (ding dind subscribe 👍🏻) vlog as there's a shout out to some of you hard core Scottish guys 😊
@@RockStar67 not a place for a slip that, been a few fatalities up there. 😬 Mine was on the Mamores, near Kinlochleven. Haha, subtle. 😜 I'll have a swatch later today.
Quite like the alpha flash and can combine with a separate wind shell. Gives a bit more versatility than one jacket with alpha and a face fabric I feel.
If it’s getting colder/windier I’d just add my hard shell over the top. I tend to find even in winter unless there’s precipitation or wind And going up hill I wear little more than a base and wind shell and then just layer up at or nearer the top.
@@richardwaudby7338 I'm pretty much the same, I've been known to just wear a baselayer then having to layer up on the ridge or near the summit. It's remembering to go bold, start cold so you're not stripping off layers 10 mins into a walk.
Good vid I've always struggled with finding a good midlayer I overheat very quickly so tend to just use baselayer and shell but I've just got the Rab vr light hopefully that wil help this winter.alsoni normally use the Rab microlight down jacket for around camp but looking to get the Rab neutrino for extra warmth this winter.the Montane prism gloves are great there always in my bag
Cheers Craig. I don't know know about you but I should really try and slow down a bit and I wouldn't overheat quite as much. 2 layers is usually enough, not a shell but baselayer and a fleece.
@@WalkWithWallace haha maybe but ive always been like it.i use the shell simply because it dries with a shake I'd rather keep my fleece or down dry for when I get to camp
@@WalkWithWallace Mobile phone and a powerful mini torch on car keys is always helpful. Spare battery aswell. No wonder my backpack on a day walk feels like overkill😂
Good stuff robin. Number of alpha tops to replace your rab available but I’ve been very impressed with my alpha direct Macpac nitro which offers even more flexibility. Worth a look when you come to buy. Gordon
great video :) just to mention, there's a company called Rohan that do a jacket called the "Helios", it is very similar to the RAB Strata hoodie, I've had one for the last two years and it's been good, might be worth a look?
Cheers for that, ironically I was looking at my Strata hoodie at the weekend thinking its still got life in it yet. I’ll have a look at the Rohan effort too.
Thx, that's really helpful, I'm about to come to Scotland next January, Could you suggest the best winter's trekking route in Scotland February please?
@@WalkWithWallace yep Sealskins are worth the money. All work great in wet conditions. Even when outside of gloves is wet they remain dry and warm inside. A good investment.
Always interesting to see what others wear during the winter. I’m guessing Scottish winters can be quite brutal at times. The Paramo jackets look interesting. What layers would you typically wear under it? Is it still a baselayer and midlayer or do you find its too warm for both combined with the Paramo?
@@WalkWithWallace I’m considerably older than you Robin and I wear a base layer and fleece under my Alta (I can remember the days when I just wore a base layer under the shell). Top tip from a pro guide based in Fort William - carry a cheap waterproof to go over your Paramo in case you get cold, it’s a lot easier to put on than taking your shell off and adding a fleece or whatever when it’s blowing a blizzard. Mine is a pull-on from Decathlon weighs nothing and cost under £10 - buy one two sizes bigger than normal
@@mikebelk5455 I'm guessing my pace will slow down a bit and will end up wearing a fleece underneath. Good tip on the over jacket. You can also buy cheap waterproof over gloves too from Decathlon.
@@WalkWithWallace well come winter I tend to take a lot of extras lol yet to get out properly in Cornwall, I probably wont need as much, but because i haven't been out much in quite a while I've sort of forgotten what i really need
