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Backpacking 80 miles in the Lake District - The Cumbria Way part 1
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Жыл бұрынIt's June and myself and @AndrewBeavers are backpacking 80 miles along the Cumbria Way in the Lake District. Our plan is to complete the trip in 5 days, hiking and camping along the way, so all of our gear will have to fit in our backpacks. Part 1 of this series covers the first 2 days from Ulverston to Langdale. The weather and scenery was beautiful, making for an amazing adventure.
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@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
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@georgedunham1180 Жыл бұрын
You wont get run over in those pants pal
@burleigh604 Жыл бұрын
Great vid but TRAINERS????
@waltersnowdon1243 Жыл бұрын
I am 83 and have been a passionate hiker since my teans.Sadly I have just about lost the use of my legs and I use videos like yours to remind me what a beautiful country we live in.I still go youth hosteling though. Been a member for 70 years. Do you never use hostels on long paths? I used to pick a hostel every couple of days so I could wallow in a bath or hot shower to set me up for the next couple of days!! Keep the videos going- they are keeping me alive! regards, Walter.
@angrycamping Жыл бұрын
Brilliant Paul. So glad you kept going with KZfaq. Your new approach is fresh and chilled out. Looks more healthy from here. Thanks to Jo too, for pushing you through. Enjoying this adventure v much mate👊🏼
@thewestonfront Жыл бұрын
'Chunky Dunking' - nice one Jo 🤣
@ALLWEATHERRIDERM Жыл бұрын
Awesome, good to see the mids out !!!
@MichaelAndersen_DK Жыл бұрын
It's almost like watching Tarantino with all those feet. Awesome journey, Paul. Really envy you those areas in the UK. Btw, Jo IS funny 😁
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
There's an idea. Quentin style videos on camping 😁
@glynjones1582 Жыл бұрын
Hi. As others have said the rash is exercised induced vasculitis. It’s benign and will fade, just looks really unsightly. I’ve had it a few times, particularly if doing a lot of walking on hot days. Some people find that compression socks help, but on hot days it’ll make your legs hotter - so swings and roundabouts. Like many things it’s commoner as we get older There may be a link to dehydration, so make sure you’re keeping up with your fluids
@slickheisenberg8208 11 ай бұрын
If it is indeed vasculitis, then it should be checked out by a specialist. This could be an indication of an autoimmune disorder.
@stevecalvert5212 10 ай бұрын
Looks more like cellulitis
@neilgirling1798 Жыл бұрын
Awesome footage and wot a great walk so far, 👍
@kenh3344 Жыл бұрын
Well at least you had some company. But what spectacular scenery. Nice one paul .
@seantaylormtb7170 Жыл бұрын
great edit Paul, and great to see you doing a multiday trip... even with the feet !!!
@BurtReynoldstash Жыл бұрын
Me and my two kids had a dip in how’s tarn on a warm hike a year ago. Great way to cool down
@liamowen Жыл бұрын
So chuffed you did it with that northern beauty of a human @AndrewBeavers ! Props to you both ! Amazing weather to start it on !
@MyScottyboy1 Жыл бұрын
Great filming, Paul. At times it was like a Star Wars movie, with the Jedi foot-massager and 'The Force' meditation at 20mins in. 'Ewoks-The Battle for Endor' comes to mind, no offence!
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Not quite a Jedi. More like Jabba the Hutt 😂
@markmccusker2845 Жыл бұрын
Really , really enjoyed this first segment and boy did you enjoy that first gulp of that pint! Can't wait to see the rest of these , brilliant stuff!!
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
I could’ve nailed about half a dozen of those pints. 😂. Not sure i would be able to hike next day though.
@steveb1972 Жыл бұрын
SCORCHIO!!!!!! That’s the great thing about the UK, there’s always a country pub to stop and get a cold beer and a bellyful of grub!
@thefun-employedadventurer3011 Жыл бұрын
Great memories of last year watching this
@dessiediamond7414 Жыл бұрын
Stunning video Paul. You managed to capture the beauty of the Lake District at its best.
@JGR100 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video Paul, fantastic scenery. Wearing shorts might help with that rash. Our bin men wear hi vis trousers like yours!
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
My only reason for not wearing shorts was, I’m a magnet for biting insects. I had a pair for around camp, so I still got bitten 😂
@muskadobbit Ай бұрын
Didn’t mind the feet, actually. They look pretty darned healthy with all that walking and the wide foot box. Happy piggies!
@stevenfletcher1653 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul, look like you’re losing weight also. Can’t wait for the next installment.
@YorkshireBoyOutdoorsXtra Жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul
@jeffstevens763 Жыл бұрын
Nice vid chunky surprised you didn’t walk on top of the tarn with them pasties 😀
@WildWillow Жыл бұрын
Glad too see the biltong mandingo! You know it makes sense!
@richardprice9730 Жыл бұрын
Best commentary once that heads clear after 5 days much better.
@BackpackingUK Жыл бұрын
Love the Langdales, some great shots there!
@bsquadronguy Жыл бұрын
Had to laugh when you were at "Chesters by the River". We went there a couple of years ago and I've seen more appetising stuff in the grass box of my lawn mower. Looks like you got lucky with the notsausage roll! Did the same route but from the north, supervising Army Cadet groups, as you say, it's beautiful country. Good video Paul, thanks.
@Andy_Bat Жыл бұрын
Spent many childhood years at Tarn Howes, happy memories seeing you there. Great video looking forward to the next one.
@sally-annejolliffe9447 Жыл бұрын
great video. thanks for sharing. look forward to the next one.
@johnhenderson2247 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant. Can’t wait to see the next vid
@bobfor4868 Жыл бұрын
Great to see part 2 up quickly! Thanks Paul. First one was great. Only a few mins in to part 2 but loving it. I walked it about a million years ago when I was young and at it! Hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. (Plenty of pubs!?)
@Mike-zm5bf Жыл бұрын
Nice to see some nature (fauna and flora) included in your videos, Paul, a nice change.
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike. this trip wasn't really about the usual camping. I was blown away by the colours of the greenery and the flowers, and dropped a bit lucky seeing a bit of wildlife.
@SimonOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Great first instalment mate, rash looks nasty. Hope it’s all sorted. Will def be watching the follow ups
@paulcharlton4788 Жыл бұрын
Paul, that rash is Exercise-induced vasculitis. I get it. Feels like sunburn when you go in the bath afterwards! Goes in a few days though.
@grahamhaines9931 Жыл бұрын
Great to see you out on a big trip! We were up in the lakes in May and apparently the Coniston Hall campsite was like Glastonbury over the Coronation weekend. With weather like you are having, you could just keep going forever! Looking forward to the next instalment. As always, Thanks for sharing.
@coraandtheexplorer Жыл бұрын
Usually It’s awful during weekends as party time
@paulhoughton5266 Жыл бұрын
What a great film, you really could not have got better weather
@treklinda1309 Жыл бұрын
Nice chilled video. Enjoyed it! Lots of familiar places.
@scotbotvideos Жыл бұрын
Well, that was a rather jolly amble in the countryside.
@swiatwolanas Жыл бұрын
Long walk and stunning view. Well done pal👍
@Dazzzzzzzzzzzzz Жыл бұрын
Ive just escaped my thoughts for 23 minutes. Thank you
@chrisstone801 Жыл бұрын
Great video thanks for sharing Paul. Look forward to seeing the rest of the trip!
@ElTagno Жыл бұрын
They do 1000kcal versions of those Expedition Foods, which is a bit more appropriate after you've put down some serious miles. Langstrath was my favourite part of the Cumbria Way, so I'm looking forward to part 2.
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. It was gorgeous. Part 2 just released now.
@stuarthatton1973 4 ай бұрын
absolutely loved all of the videos of the Cumbria way , loved the views , I liked you camped at sites just to freshen up and charge batteries and also grab some food and a well deserved beer , ive managed to pick up lots of ideas from these videos , my friend and I are planning to do this in 2025 for charity and I feel a lot more confident after watching these
@frambo7 Жыл бұрын
Great film mate. You need to do The West Highland Way & film it of course. I did it in April & it was EPIC. Keep up the good work
@woodycarr Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful area! Thanks for sharing your trip.
@fatherdamo2 Жыл бұрын
Did this a few years ago with my other half, we had a lovely adventure all the way to Carlisle and some lovely beer stops on route too. Looking forward to seeing the entire walk again with you.
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, I’m really glad you enjoyed the video. It’s a great walk
@alanredversangel Жыл бұрын
The way you drank that pint was the only way to drink after a long walk.
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
I have to control myself, or I’d have supped the lot 😂
@robharkness579 Жыл бұрын
Look forward to the next episode.
@PackBoots Жыл бұрын
A great watch Paul. Brings back memories from my time doing it a couple of years ago. Got me thinking now about doing it again! 🤣👍🥾
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
I think I’d love to do it again. Can I have a little rest first?😂
@NM-so8kh Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to pt 2
@narcissistic657 Жыл бұрын
Great watch, Look forward to the rest of the journey lads👍
@neilholmes8200 Жыл бұрын
Finished the video this morning, loved it and it brought back lots of memories. I finished at Coniston early in the 1st day, so dumped the tent and headed part way up the Old Man, but it was getting late and I was tired, so came back. Have since returned and tackled the mountain
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
I’ve camped on the old man myself. That alone is quite a trek.😂 I certainly wouldn’t have fancied it after a day of hiking. I was glad of a pint and a place on a campsite.
@neilholmes8200 Жыл бұрын
@Paul Messner yeah I figured as much after an hour or so. I was a lot fitter back then and thought it was worth a wander but realised I was due to walk a lot more on day two so needed the rest haha
@willjohnson1273 Жыл бұрын
Great video cant wait for the next installment.
@Andrewoutdooradventures1550 Жыл бұрын
Great scenery and a amazing camp site thanks for sharing Paul, I'm going there in 2 weeks for 2 nights solo camp, cheers Paul for amazing video.
@maxvidal6884 Жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, I got the exact same thing on my legs doing the WHW a few weeks back. Pretty sure it's a circulation issue
@RustyOutside Жыл бұрын
Nice video, brought back some good memories of my own CW last year. The walk along Coniston seemed to go on forever as I recall!
@danjeory3659 Жыл бұрын
Does anyone know what the little fish are at 18:00? Beautiful video, and really makes me regret not taking one of the last couple of weeks off and doing something like this.
@Steve72Outdoors Жыл бұрын
Great video Paul Looked at great trip and you were certainly blessed with fantastic weather. Never laughed so much when Miyagi Beavers put in an appearance @AndrewBeavers 😂😂
@darrenray6934 Жыл бұрын
Looks like fun so far doing well with the weather this week I would imagine a wild swim on the cards lovely area of the lakes look forward to next video well done keep safe enjoy 👍🏻
@g.w.moorman3887 Жыл бұрын
Excellent start!
@coraandtheexplorer Жыл бұрын
Love the video, brought back great memories
@matthewperkins2950 Жыл бұрын
Good on you for trying the vegan sausage roll!
@blackyhimself Жыл бұрын
Great video. Inspirational stuff
@philwilson3251 Жыл бұрын
Looks like golfers' vasculitis. I get the same when it's hot. The joys of getting old. Compression socks or sleeves help me a lot.
@alangauld6079 Жыл бұрын
Can't believe you ditched the straps on your poles, gripping those things with your hands must use up more energy than hiking! When I buy poles the straps are about the only thing I worry about, if they aren't comfortable the poles are useless. I've been eyeing the Cumbrian Way for a couple of years now, this is the third trip report I've watched, it's definitely giving me itchy feet.
@chriswhite2714 Жыл бұрын
Great video so far Paul look forward to the rest of them, stunning weather we've had for about 3 weeks now you couldn't of picked a better time 👊👍🥃
@Jaqaroo Жыл бұрын
Looks absolutely gorgeous, Paul. You're a lucky man! Great video!
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, I’m glad you like the video. It really is a stunning hike.
@RMBRKFLD Жыл бұрын
I've just been up Scafell Pike this weekend, heat aside, it was an amazing experience. Such an amazing view up there.
@edwoodsnowden Жыл бұрын
Wow superb! Lake District looks absolutely amazing, that scenery!
@craigleewhite6317 Жыл бұрын
That's the kind of walk I can appreciate. Those views are marvelous Paul. How much spondulicks did you shell out for a mission like that? Seems you have all the bases covered.
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
It wasn't too bad. A few meals out and some fuel. I have all the gear anyway
@browsman2328 Жыл бұрын
That looks like a poison oak rash, but I’m not sure if you have that horrible plant in the UK although you may have something similar there. It’s very prevalent here in Northern California. Really love the greenery you have over there, very impressive scenery. Thanks for the vid Paul, good video technique and editing and you seem very happy now.
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. We do have a few plants that could cause a rash here in the UK, but apparently this was just vasculitis or Disney rash as it’s often called. much better now. Also thanks for the final sentence. I’m so much happier these days. I just needed a bit of a reset and a revaluation of what really matters. Thanks for the support.
@DaveGoodman1959 Жыл бұрын
Bloody brilliant Paul. Cheers 🍻
@curt3494 Жыл бұрын
Good to see you giving the vegan options a go, Paul 🌱👍
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
To be honest, we hadn’t realised it was a vegan café, but I have had stuff that’s vegan before and it’s quite tasty.
@curt3494 Жыл бұрын
@Paul Messner Good stuff 👍 It definitely doesn't hurt to give it a try. This was a really enjoyable film. As always, thanks for taking the time to make these videos👌
@edix1673 Жыл бұрын
I would guess those trees cam down in Storm Arwin a few years back. I camp around loch ard in scotland and a lot of the exposed woodland around the loch was torn out exactly like these.....
@peterrafferty9838 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant as usual Paul, if you fancy a classic hike in Northern Ireland give me a call you'll be blown away 😎
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Hopefully we will be heading over to Northern Ireland later in the year are meeting up with Stephen Reid. If you’ve not watched his channel, go, check him out.
@jmcdowall15 Жыл бұрын
Amazing scenery. I've not done the Cumbria way before. I think I should definitely put it on my to-do list. The last big walk I did was Fort William to Dalwhinnie, but it ended up with me being helicoptered out with a broken foot & 4 ruptured ligaments and a ruptured tendon 🥺 I'm slowly getting back outdoors now and heading back to Fort William next week 👍🏻
@joinmeoutdoors Жыл бұрын
Top adventure. Good to see you take on the challenge 👍💪
@davidcressey Жыл бұрын
Well done Paul, solid performance there mate. In terms of footwear have you tried the Altra Olympus trail shoes, they're like the lone peaks but have more cushioning.... much better for reducing shock on the ankles and knee's. The rash maybe Hikers rash.... Hiker’s rash is the common term used to describe the medical condition known as exercise-induced vasculitis. Although typically not serious, it can be quite uncomfortable. It is typically an itchy, red rash that is sometimes accompanied by burning, stinging, or pain.
@thedaftestnameicouldthinko8233 Жыл бұрын
Keeping it clean and applying anthisan sorted it for me. Not a lot of chemists in Langdale, I’m guessing.
@TonyNelsonCamping Жыл бұрын
Beautiful views all around. Thanks for the effort in bringing us this video, Paul
@Insolesandlaces Жыл бұрын
Great skills Paul, good distance even without the video stuff. Weather has been well nice at think it set to continue.
@verykeen2please Жыл бұрын
wonderful adventures
@DarrenKnightPhoto Жыл бұрын
The walk between Ulverston and Coniston is right up there with the best walks I’ve ever done. Great scenery and I walk I’d recommend to anyone
@pm1104 Жыл бұрын
That’s an amazing little trip !
@Simonjburgess Жыл бұрын
That view at 4:06 of the Tarn... stunning. Nice video Paul
@skygod1975 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video! Makes me want to get out and do another long distancer! Lots of good memories seeing conniston again. In 47 and my father first took me there when I was 11 and we wild camped besides a tarn near the summit of the old man! Thank you lots of memories!
@pngit1 Жыл бұрын
Stopped over night at Beacon tarn for my first night. Went for a swim, didn’t see another soul all evening.
@robhindle8735 Жыл бұрын
How far is that from the start please?
@Corgi0925 Жыл бұрын
Great, I like long journey
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching
@djh0381 Жыл бұрын
Cheeky pint at the black bull 👍
@craigs2023 11 ай бұрын
did a wild camp in the lakes and passed through Coniston. Had a coffee and a full english after a night of none stop rain. Staff were lovely and one of the best full english breakfasts ive ever had!
@magnusbruce4051 Жыл бұрын
20 miles on the first day is pretty good going! Obviously not the toughest in terms of terrain but that's a lot miles. I might look into doing the Cumbria way at some point although I might do it over a slightly longer time period. Maybe 7 or 8 days.
@1954shadow Жыл бұрын
Holy smokes, what a beautiful hike!
@edwardstroud8245 Жыл бұрын
Brings backs good memories. You’re making me want to do it again. I chose the mountain route last time. Absolutely loved Great Langdale campsite. From there it was up to Bowfell. Nice one!
@edwardstroud8245 Жыл бұрын
Meant to say, I went from doing the Cumbria Way to the Cape Wrath Trail the following year. You gotta do it Paul - it’s absolutely epic! End of March/beginning of April is your best shot at half decent weather and to beat the midges and ticks.
@GoodBlokeOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video Paul, excellently shot and edited as always, and a great achievement pal.
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, my legs are getting back to normal now. Really enjoyed this one
@GoodBlokeOutdoors Жыл бұрын
@@PaulMessner thats good to hear mate, looking forward to part 2 👍🏼
@user-yt7je4mi6l Жыл бұрын
This makes me really want to get out and do that route. Great video and you seem to be enjoying it so much, it's great to watch!
@IntotheMountains_ Жыл бұрын
Cracking that Paul. Nice mixture of scenery and chat. Looked a cracking start to the trip. Weather gods definitely on your side. Really enjoyed that mate. Take it easy. ATB. Craig (W101)
@Strategic_wins Жыл бұрын
Chunky dunking got me rolling 😂 😂
@user-ml5st5cj9o Жыл бұрын
A great video Paul. You are an inspiration to so many people.
@jasonsutton4856 Жыл бұрын
For your rash, try and get some Witch Hazel gel, good to relieve rashes, and insect bites. I always carry a tube, just in case. Scenery looks great, enjoy.
@Hikingjoe383 Жыл бұрын
Great video's
@dodge_walks Жыл бұрын
This one is on the tick list after the WHW next year. Lovely video Paul! Looks like the weather was crackin' too
@PaulMessner Жыл бұрын
Funny, you should mention that. I quite like the sound of the West Highland Way.😂
@dodge_walks Жыл бұрын
@@PaulMessner Was supposed to be doing it this year but I've pinged my LCL doing the Two Moors Way last year. Once it is healed I am off baby!! Aiming for spring next year to miss the midge season
@thewanderingforester Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed that, just enough to give the flavour without too much of the "iconic" CW shots!
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