Crib Goch and the Snowdon Horseshoe

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Crib Goch and the Snowdon Horseshoe

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3 жыл бұрын

Climbing Crib Goch, Garnedd Ugain, Snowdon and Y Lliwedd to complete the Snowdon Horseshoe. See Snowdonia at its best in winter - • Winter Camping in Snow... & • Winter camping in Snow... or go for something a lot quieter, and much better than Crib Goch, IMO - • 3 days wild camping on... • Wild camping on Rhinog... • Pen yr Ole Wen Summit ...

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@chrishomer 5 ай бұрын

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@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

THE MAP amzn.to/3pWbzMi THE CAMERA tidd.ly/2ZGhr1v Full gear list in the description. So sad to see another death on Crib Goch just a couple of days after I posted this. I’m unsure if the mountain rescue helicopter scenes at the end of this video had anything to do with it or not, but it serves as a reminder that exploring breathtaking scenery often comes with the risk of severe injury and death. It sadly happens all too often on this ridge and the recent tragic incident made me think that I should point it out at the very top of the comment section. I made this video to show off the magnificence of Crib Goch and the Snowdon horseshoe, and while indeed stunning, it is also very dangerous. Please use extreme caution if planning your first visit. My video shows some of the beauty, but in reality some of the most difficult parts were too difficult to film and do not feature in the video. Even after completing this route many times I still did not feel confident or skilled enough to film it all. Take advice from official Snowdonia National Park sources, do your research, get some training, or go with someone experienced. Enjoy this amazing place, but please take the risks very seriously. RIP those lost on this mountain. Chris

@Fellmandave1 3 жыл бұрын

Every shot a masterclass in light and composure.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Appreciate that.

@Ant-66 2 жыл бұрын

Probably the best photography of any Crib Goch video and I think I've seen them all since doing it 2 months ago ! Great job.

@LordHeath1972 7 ай бұрын

I've seen so many videos on the Snowdon Horseshoe, many of them good. I've done it myself twice, filmed it and loved every minute of it. So when I tell you that THIS is hands-down EASILY the best Horseshoe video I have ever seen I'm being completely serious and genuine. The weather, the colouring and the unobscured shots. The drone footage, the set up shots, the calm music, the editing, no talking, the views and the whole way it is presented is just a benchmark for anybody wanting to try and make a better video. I say it's impossible. There are some notable shots that I thought were stunning: the drone shot looking over The Horns, and that bit with the cloud rising over the ridge of Crib Goch with you walking through it around 8:57. And what I find amusing is how so many set off early in order to beat the crowds and then they themselves end up BEING the crowd because they've all had the same idea! I've been up there in the worst conditions thinking surely I'd have it to myself but nope!!! An absolutely breathtaking video. It will take something massive to challenge the brilliance of this!

@chrishomer 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Lord, great to read, appreciate it. Great weather for this one. I’m not a huge fan of adding music, as I think you know, but this one ended up with it after I dropped my camera and it smashed the mic plug uo. But it worked out ok. Have not been up Crib Goch in quite a while now but yes you’re right. I’ve had a few busy sunrises up there, but find that often, if you arrive a couple of hours after sunrise, you’ll have it to yourself, as everyone has pushed through early. Cheers mate, get some drinks down ya… 😀

@richardrambles6259 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent film Chris... incredibly well put together with some next-level cinematography! Very well done. Looks like an incredible walk. I hope to see Snowdonia in person some day. Thanks for your efforts making that film. It's exceptional. All the best, Richard

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard, means a lot to read that! Snowdonia is sublime, I hope it stays that way and you get there soon! Thanks again. Chris

@zoltandobany962 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastically high quality film Excellent sports performance. Accept my appreciation. Dr. Zoltán Dobány. Hungary.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I was lucky enough to film in Hungary a few times in 2019. Loved it. Appreciated.

@robinsavard84 3 жыл бұрын

Wow...gorgeous scenery and not a hike for the faint hearted or inexperienced! You make it look so easy. Every time you put out another video, it’s better than the last. Glad you remained safe. So sorry to hear about the loss of life after.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Robin. This hike is probably my favourite one day route anywhere. It really is superb but yes not for the faint hearted in places, especially in bad weather.

@jamesstapley5787 3 жыл бұрын

Great camera work, going through your Vlogs to remember some of the walks we've done. Thanks. Keeps us going during this crap.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers James, me too.

@goldfishandchips 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful video. Simple, calm and completely mesmerising.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I like simple and calm. Thanks for commenting 👍

@jasonjonesphotography610 3 жыл бұрын

Your work is outstanding Chris... Mesmorising to watch :)

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jason, appreciate that mate

@RuggedMile 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video Chris! 26:03 of my time well spent!👍

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks again. Crib Goch and Y Lliwedd, two of my favourite summits in the one. Stunning scenery. Thanks again, appreciated

@scandinaviannaturediaries8892 3 жыл бұрын

Great hike with fantastic views 👍👏

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Incredible views! Snowdonia at it’s best

@mariagomezbrown200 3 жыл бұрын

Best footage of Snowdonia ever, just mind blowing

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Best comment ever! 😆 thanks, I think this was my favourite Snowdonia trip of the year. Superb route, great weather. Beautiful

@sushilsidhu6016 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video and certainly the best I’ve seen of the Snowdon Horseshoe climb or in fact any Snowdon climb. The aerial drone and regular video is superbly shot/framed and the ethereal music really does add an "other worldly" feel to a very special climb on a perfect day. Very well done Chris and thank you so much for sharing. I can totally understand you saying in the comments section that despite your experience some parts of the climb were so difficult that you could not film them. As a novice I did the same climb about 15 years ago (well before youtube videos etc) but only as I was given such a false sense of confidence by a much more experienced climber that I agreed to do this climb. I had done the miner’s path ascent to Snowdon before so thought how much more difficult could this be. I couldn’t be more wrong and once I got past the point of no return I was so nervous during the Crib Goch ascent that I wasn’t even able to take my camera out of my back pack. I still get the “squeaky bum” feeling whenever I even think back to the climb and memories of people “frozen” along the ridge and gripping the rocks with dear life. Seeing your presentation is a very surreal and must say at times therapeutic experience. I can (almost) enjoy reliving the experience via your video. By the way, after having completed Crib Goch (in probably the slowest time ever) I was told the second part of the horse shoe was more of the same though but much less extreme. Having lost all faith in my companions ability to tell it “as it is” and thinking he was giving me a false sense of confidence again I declined and we descend via the Pyg track. Having seen your video presentation I wish I had done that part of the trek as it does look less onerous than Crib Goch. Maybe I will now or at least when these pandemic days are past us. Thanks again and well done Chris.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank very much, that’s such a lovely comment to read. This is probably my favourite 1 day route anywhere, it’s fantastic. I particularly like the final summit in this video, Y Lliwedd, it’s not as difficult as Crib Goch but is quiet and full of character, perfect in the right weather. Thanks again, much appreciated.

@petemarsden9431 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant filming of a stunning circuit!

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pete. Shoots itself really. Incredible place. Got to be my favourite 1 day hike in the UK

@WildCampingWelshman 3 жыл бұрын

Stunning Chris, you couldn’t ask for better weather 👍🏻

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Hi mate these comments must have slipped the net. It was superb weather yes, seems a lifetime ago as I look out the window of my office into rain! 😆

@WildCampingWelshman 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishomer I know how you feel mate 😂

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

@@WildCampingWelshman urghhhhhh. 😆

@SimonOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Beautifully shot Chris, looks stunning. What a great day for the time of year.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Snowdonia has it’s moments! Just caught a few mins of your West Highland Way videos and added them to my watch later list. Could well end up on the bucket list I think.

@KingBee24 3 жыл бұрын

Wow ! What a superb video. You've captured the Snowdon Horseshoe perfectly ...

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, just catching up on some comments. I’m terrible sometimes with apps, I think we talked on another video maybe but thanks and great to meet you up there.

@davidsingleton1371 Жыл бұрын

All round mindblowing. Cheers

@chrishomer Жыл бұрын

Cheers David. Cracking one day route this. Would love to film at again with audio at some point

@duncanrogers6484 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing like a bit of choice ambient when walking in Snowdonia 👍

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@DaveOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

110% commitment on thee old B role there boss... Stunning video and great watch, makes those hours on end of 4k upload worth it. 👍

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Just watched it back and found some unanswered comments. How rude! I think this was when I got locked out of my account. Anyway, yes worth the 4K upload, just about. Kids can’t use the internet while it’s uploading but hey... won’t do them any harm not having internet for a couple of hours...! Cheers mate

@TheMountainMatt 3 жыл бұрын

I noticed that you subscribed to my channel earlier today so I decided to come on over and take a peak. Always wanted to visit across the pond😁. Good stuff brotha! Someday I’ll get to your Island👍🏼.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks, yes I did. Hopefully you get here some day

@route996 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing!

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks much appreciated!

@four33 3 жыл бұрын

Absolute magic

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

🙏

@AGirlGoneWild 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous loved the way you shot that! And a perfect time of day to venture out for a hike and climb looked like you had it all to yourself.😁

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Much of the horseshoe was quiet, perfect 👌 I think I left Pen-Y-pass around 0700 but took it slowly, by the time I reached Crib Goch most folk had pushed through and it was quiet. I know it’s an odd way of shooting something, no talking and all but I feel comfortable with it and like watching it back this way. Thanks! 👍

@gabgab026 3 жыл бұрын

Exceptional video mate, great stuff!

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, very kind. The Snowdon Horseshoe almost films itself!

@agussetiawarman8697 3 жыл бұрын

Teknik dan kemampuan yang luar biasa, menghasilkan sesuatu yang istimewa...saya suka video anda...

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

I wish my KZfaq app had a translator...

@agussetiawarman8697 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishomer extraordinary skills/technique and abilities produce something special, i like your video sir...

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir. Indonesian?

@agussetiawarman8697 3 жыл бұрын

Yup...from indonesian

@rotellamarco 3 жыл бұрын

Class video!

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks very much 👍

@JustinWhiting9 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, nice video. I saw you subbed to me so here I am. Always interesting see other people's vids of walks I've done. I remember getting into a sketchy near vertical scramble at about 04:30 on your vid. A truly inspiring and awesome route. 👍 Subbed. Cheers man, Justin.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Justin, appreciated mate.

@L14mst Жыл бұрын

Wow! You're so lucky with how empty the place is! The peak was busy. But the goch, Watkins and Y lliwedd were completely dead! I wish it was like that on days i go out there.

@chrishomer Жыл бұрын

Well this will confuse you then but honestly I’ve never seen those places busy, but I’ve only ever been on weekdays, usually in winter but sometimes spring or autumn. Maybe it’s just a timing thing

@onthetrail202 3 жыл бұрын

Great video I really want to do Crib Goch / the Horses show

@mitorajAstar 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing film. Congratulations 👍🏻👌🏻🙂

@GreyWolfFitness 3 жыл бұрын

You was just showing off here Chris haha stunning scenery as always brother and the music was perfect reminds me a bit of the Blade Runner soundtrack MINT

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha. Someone else said Whale music which I think describes it well

@FellowOnTheFells 3 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel Chris and glad I did. Fantastic compositions, colours and exposure throughout. Really enjoyed this one. I look forward to spending some time looking through your other videos. Take care mate - Tom.

@FellowOnTheFells 3 жыл бұрын

I forgot to add mate, are you using the A73? If so do you have any recommendations on picture profiles or colour settings to use. I have recently upgraded and I am struggling to find the best settings to use. I only like to lightly grade / correct in post. Cheers - Tom

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

@@FellowOnTheFells thank Tom. Appreciated. Yes mate, often an A73. Colour profiles I experiment with, but only because I enjoy it and it’s a great way to learn. I film for a living with big Sony’s, and playing with this has been surprisingly useful. Without those things I’d probably use standard, it’s bloody good out the box and I think people overate the colour profile use personally, particularly KZfaq folk 😆 All that said, I often use HLG3 as it’s quick to grade and adds a good amount of dynamic range, I have it set up custom with low saturation and sharpness. I’m thinking I’ll spend a bit more time in slog in the future, but more as a learning curve than any real attempt to get better footage.

@christinecornish8312 3 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed to your channel Utterly fantastic stuff 👍👍

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Christine, you’ve just commented this after I received a few negative comments in a row so very pleased to see it. Much appreciated 🙏

@christinecornish8312 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishomer Ignore the naysayers and stay safe up there😉

@kkndcf 3 жыл бұрын

Another incredible video, you're spoiling us with how long they are! Loved the ambient music, what was it?

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

kknd_cf Thanks! I’m not sure, just something I came across that I thought was fitting and simple, although someone else called it “Whale music” 🤣 quite funny

@kkndcf 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishomer Haha yeah I saw that. Check out Aphex Twin's album Ambient Works Volume 2. Not sure how YT works with copyright though, but some lovely stuff there regardless :)

@benowen6750 3 жыл бұрын

Truly awesome Chris. 👌🏼👍🏼

@MattDoesMountains 3 жыл бұрын

Nightmare them ques up to Snowdon Chris, busy even though you set off early, class video though 👌

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Yes, crazy to see it like that, but fair play to them. I avoided it however. Snowdon is best done at sunrise in the winter I think 👍

@Han-lavn 3 жыл бұрын

8:41 The view 😭🤍🤍🌱

@morletravels 3 жыл бұрын

The Return of Scrambleman! Just wow, what an epic landscape you got there. And you're really stepping up the game in terms of film making, beautifully framed shots and perfectly smooth drone shots. Enjoyed every second of it! What was the distance you covered on that day?

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

morletravels Thanks! 8 miles ish, I think. Lots of ups and downs though, for just 8 miles it felt pretty tough

@morletravels 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishomer It definitely looked much further than that. I got exhausted just watching all the ups and downs you covered :) But it looks like a fantastic ridge walk, so much more worthwile than the normal path that most tourists seemed to take. That helicopter at the end probably picked up someone who broke an ankle stepping off the choo choo train :D

@TheWindyBurrow 3 жыл бұрын

So peaceful man! Stunning views once again, you drone shots are the best. How much did you color grade this one? Colours are absolutely beautiful, so soothing.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

The Windy Burrow thanks. No grading as such, S-LOG from both a Sony and a Mavic, same LUT applied to both. Lazy, and they don’t match, but both look fairly good on their own I think

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Just reread this, HLG, not S-LOG. Doh 🙄

@CampNWildWithTheDragon 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely incredible, love your style. Really enjoyed this and thanks for sharing. My mate Neil still wants to be like you. Hi from the Wales Brecon Beacons ohh yeeaahh

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, tell Neil it’s not worth it.

@CampNWildWithTheDragon 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishomer OK I will ha ha

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

@@CampNWildWithTheDragon great route though this one. Crib Goch and the horseshoe may well be my favourite 1 day hike anywhere. Superb

@CampNWildWithTheDragon 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrishomer thanks! I really want to do it soon. Been talking about it for years.we did moel hebog last year and absolutely loved it. Another world up there compared to the Brecon Beacons

@WoodsideWalker 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Absolutely stunning! Where were the Frazzles?

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Woodside Walker couldn’t find room with all those sausage sandwiches 🤪

@WoodsideWalker 3 жыл бұрын

Ha! Those sausages did look tasty. Amazing video...Still don't think I'm brave enough to walk Crib Cogh

@wildcampingadventures3040 3 жыл бұрын

Another excellent movie, I’m glad I have found your channel. Have you any recommendations for light weight tripods? 🙂

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. No I don’t unfortunately, I have quite a few tripods, some small and lightweight, carbon etc but 9 times out of 10 I take my big old heavy aluminium manfrotto. Mainly because it’s less likely to blow over in the mountain wind but also because it’s rock steady, and I shoot a lot of timelapse. The lightweights just don’t cut it. Plus think of a heavy tripod as good exercise.... 😂

@PandaBear3636 3 жыл бұрын

What is your camera setup for this?

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

Reece Lindquist A7iii & M2P in HLG

@cincibg 3 жыл бұрын

what is the meaning of putting rocks

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

They’re cairns. Trail markers. Incredibly useful and worth adding to to help others in the future. Saved me in bad weather a few times.

@jonathanshone5517 3 жыл бұрын

I actually don't understand the impulse that drives someone to film themselves and post this stuff on here and I say that as someone who has been walking in Snowdonia for 40 years. It seems like it's not enough to just go out and have a lovely day anymore - wild places have become theme parks. Having said that, I occasionally watch this stuff because I can't currently get there myself, so I guess I put my reservations aside. Sorry, I can't write an admiring review - I genuinely don't understand it. That's not a criticism of the filming or editing, just my own puzzlement at the reasons behind it. Each to their own though I guess. Stay safe out there.

@chrishomer 3 жыл бұрын

It’s always interesting guessing the motives for why anyone does anything in this world. Writing a post like this for example. We’re an odd bunch aren’t we. Thanks for your interesting comment Jonathan. Have a great day.

@fiizzy3884 3 жыл бұрын

I have only climbed Snowdon once, via the Miner's path, and am keen to do Crib Goch. I'm nervous about doing it, but watching other people's videos gives me courage, and increases my enthusiasm. Maybe there are a million reasons people film stuff, but I am grateful that they do, because I can enjoy Crib Goch and thousands of other spots, from the comfort of my chair - and I often find worthwhile information while doing so.

@charlie.carter.outdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Sitting there, watching a video that someone has put time and effort into then criticising them for doing so. The irony 🤦🏽‍♂️😆

@JordanCharters Жыл бұрын

Just wait until you see people take photos of their food before eating! 😂