CRIB GOCH (with cloud inversion) and Pen Yr Ole Wen Solo Hike

CRIB GOCH (with cloud inversion) and Pen Yr Ole Wen Solo Hike - SNOWDONIA

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2 жыл бұрын

A weekend of adventures in Snowdonia.
A solo hike of Pen Yr Ole Wen for sunset and FINALLY Crib Goch at sunrise, lead by the awesome Dave (find him on Insta @thedaverave_hikes or Facebook: / exploringnorthwales ) - we got the most insane cloud inversion!
Such an incredible weekend, one of my favourite and most memorable weekends of hiking.
My kit:
Headband: La Sportiva
Jacket: Decathlon
Boots: Ecco Exohike
Lowe Alpine 24L: geni.us/loweal...
Osprey 2.5L water bladder: geni.us/waterb...
Anker Power Bank (small): geni.us/powerb...
Anker Power Bank (large): geni.us/powerb...
Charging lead: geni.us/multic...
DJI Osmo Action Camera: geni.us/djiosm...
Handheld Tripod: geni.us/handtr...
Mini first aid kit: geni.us/minifi...
Thanks for watching - follow more of my adventures on instagram @graces__adventures x

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@LBfan0685 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Grace, I came across your videos after seeing a news article on the Daily Post website. Seeing your videos a few days ago actually inspired and encouraged me to dig out my old mountaineering gear, and this morning I walked up to the summit of Y Garn in the Glyderau. I started hill walking back in 1997, but haven’t been up the hills for almost 10 years. At 57 years old, I surprised myself at how fit I still am this morning - all thanks to your videos.

@garymartin557 2 жыл бұрын

used to love days like these. the days when we feel really alive. the times spent climbing in the alps, the sun rises and the feeling of warmth. happy days.

@firstresponder9383 2 жыл бұрын

Well done grace. Your certainly achieving your goals. That scenery is utterly breathtaking. Also the helicopter moment was so cool. Well done girl. Keep on climbing 😉

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much I appreciate it 🤍

@simonwillis6902 2 жыл бұрын

Certainly good weather for the time of year. I recall being in waist deep snow some years ago, that was hard going! Glad to see you back vlog'n again.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon!

@mikecawthorne3429 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, thank you so much. It brought back a lot of memories of 40 years ago when I was a lot fitter. I only did Crib Goch once and it was foggy. We didn’t realise how steep the sides were until we saw the postcards in the old station gift shop at the top. Many thanks again, Mike in Sheffield.

@jamieskinner3789 2 жыл бұрын

Iv crossed crib goch so many times, it never gets boring. So much love for snowdonia

@seankelly4228 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing you smile throughout the video is making me smile, you can really tell you enjoy it! If and when you do a group hike in Yorkshire or the Lakes, I'll be sure to join you Grace. Keep on climbing 😊

@obers_outdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Great watch Grace, great to see Bangors buffest mountain leader

@jameshcox 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this thanks for sharing, what a great weekend.

@tcrown3333 2 жыл бұрын

Born in Bethesda, Gwynedd, I, along with a school mate, walked the Crib Goch route to the summit of Snowden. We were 14 and fearless. This young lady did brilliantly. And, no, I don't mean for a girl!😂 She's fearless!! 👍

@roncarter5532 2 жыл бұрын

You scare the flipping life out of me Grace. Great adventure and video, the weather looked awesome 👍 Ron.

@angusgregson9385 2 жыл бұрын

Hoorah for you. Crib Goch is the one place (well, maybe also Sharp Edge in the Lakes) where I wouldn't lead groups of kids because I'd be too busy watching for my own safety. Great views back down the ridge (you can sense that relief!) and of the clouds below - thank you. Might be little relief to you now, but that shoulder route up Pen yr Ole Wen is a lot more stabilised now than a while back. Tricky coming down in the dark. I'm glad you got down safely. Try the loop back down to the river and along the lake in the daylight sometime. Longer, but probably quicker, as there's a lot less scrambling. Happy walking in the new year.

@johnbwl 2 жыл бұрын

Yet another fantastic video, great views. Hope you have a lovely Christmas and a peaceful healthy new year.

@ackosadventures2486 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video the ridge looked awesome I can see why you didn’t want to go alone 👍👍

@michelletulloch2987 2 жыл бұрын

Wow those sunrise/sets. I've been up snowdon a few routes but never crib goch. I was shaking just watching you on that ridge. And so glad you made it back down on that first night xx

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much I’m glad you liked it ☺️

@PhilCymro 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Grace. I did Crib Goch back in 2006, and saw someone fall (badly injured, but survived thankfully), so haven't been back. But it's always a fantastic achievement, and a memory that'll stay with you for sure.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a scary one at times but worth it when done safely 🙌🏻🙏🏻

@riaanvandermerwe7141 2 жыл бұрын

We do appreciate it, thank you 😊⛰

@TheSoloSummiteer 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one Grace. The Snowdon horseshoe via CG was my first ever walk in wales back in November 2016. Did it solo and couldn’t see a thing🙄. Conditions were incredible for you. I was camped on Moel Siabod that Friday night and saw the rescue chopper on Saturday morning as I was heading back. Great video and well done 😎💪👍. Take care - Dave

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Ha wow what a walk! Thanks Dave 🙌🏻

@19herman08 2 жыл бұрын

i see rescue chopper as well and cites reports from this event: ''i was airlifted to bangor hospital where i was treated for a 2 inch hole in my shin 2 inches deep exposing my bone muscles and ligaments 1mm more i would have snapped my tibia ''

@Thomas-cp6qe 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Grace. The scenery and surrounding landscape were vividly captured, I felt I was there, and actually wished I was. The sunrise against the backdrop of the clouds was stunning. I was impressed how you were alert to the dangers of the descent of Pen Yr Ole Wen and encroaching darkness. A++ Thanks for sharing and cheering me up.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much ☺️ really appreciate it!

@trevormattocks4428 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing, both terrifying incredible place to be. At the top of the world on a knife edge. A mammoth effort. Thanks for posting.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

@simonaustin1788 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid, 2 fantastic days out. Snowdonia has a magic.

@mike1tc907 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this video.. have a huge passion for that mountain!! Congrats 👏

@paulcomptonpdphotography 2 жыл бұрын

Your an amazing youg lady, what a totally cool video happy Christmas 🎄

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, you too!

@2spoons 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't watched you video all the way to the end yet.... but if its not a race... I'd pitch a tent and absorb the beauty of Snowdonia

@grahamleigh7323 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Grace. Crib Goch can be very unnerving and is most definitely a challenge which is not for the faint of heart. Amazing achievement 👏👏👏

@rocknrollramblers4051 2 жыл бұрын

Great footage - (cinematic affect ) and mucho appreciated, enjoy watching your videos - got a great chilled vibe 🏔 🥾

@frankbrooks5966 2 жыл бұрын

Aye lass you made it and didn’t cry so a huge feather in your cap and very valuable experience. Something you will no doubt build on as you take on more challenges. Love your vids so thanks.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💛

@Jako-fh8zg 2 жыл бұрын

Good on you, you are a true brave and free soul. Snowdonia is so beautiful, thank you for taking your time to create this wonderful content, I love snowdonia and this reminds me of so many adventures 🙏🙏

@Andy-walkaboutnutty 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one, I enjoyed that 👍🙂💜

@Showloveclothing 2 жыл бұрын

I need some of this in my life 😩 beautiful views

@timpullen9202 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Grace. Thank you. You really needed walking poles for the decent of Pen Yr Ole Wen, that is the best time to use them.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

They were in my bag I didn’t even think 😂

@Rogar0 2 жыл бұрын

Yep Grace I certainly appreciate you walking twice the distance to get the good cinematic shots and taking us along with you! ⛺️👣👍🙃

@MoodyMike007 2 жыл бұрын

Love what you are doing, and how you do it…really well done….reminds me of being young again! Thank you

@markbrownsword7916 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing well done, you don't feel more alive doing that, brave person 👏

@___Stephan_D___ 2 жыл бұрын

You are amazing ! So much beautiful view ! and god the weather was good ... thanks for the video

@TheMackemMountaineer Жыл бұрын

Really good video. I love the fact you didn't hide any part of your humanity as so many would. You and. Couple of other "youtubers" have inspired me to start my own and get out there. I think I need you to lead me over crib Goch lol

@phillipoutlaw359 2 жыл бұрын

Everything is always Great in the mountains of North Wales. Happy Days x

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

It is indeed 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@LolitaFairytale 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, the Crib Goch ridge had me nervous! You're so brave, amazing achievement!

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, loved it 😊

@danharwood4887 2 жыл бұрын

@@GracesAdventures You've made an awesome video here, big up to yourself! Crazy story, I first went over Crib Goch August 2021... solo! Then did it again on 27th November 2021, during storm Arwen, in high winds... solo! True fear, but I love it in the deep end!

@MarkGalbraithVideos 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Grace, with some really beautiful images. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark glad you enjoyed it!

@modestadventurers 2 жыл бұрын

Keep chasing your dreams Grace.

@summiteater 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Grace, you were so lucky to get the weather you did at this time of the year. Well done on Crib, got that on my list to do

@phillipwilliams5246 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Grace ,but always give yourself plenty of time to come down,before it gets too dark.Take care.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@davidtemple5934 2 жыл бұрын

Did Crib Goch when I was 15yrs old as part of the Duke of Edinburgh awards , also Tryffan and Snowden . Day after we heard that three people had died having been blown off Crib Goch when high winds had picked up , so you were wise not to do it solo . Thanks for upload it brought back some happy memories , cannot believe 42 yrs have passed since then !!!!

@songwritersvillage4538 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid Grace, above the clouds...one of your best.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🏻

@Trylobyte 2 жыл бұрын

Pen yr Ole Wen can be a bit of a trickster I've found! Especially on descent, and even with the helpful little cairns people have made to try and even the score. Amazing luck to have clear weather on top -it has always been in mist for me.

@movie4u2c 2 жыл бұрын

Another great film, really enjoy your channel, great inspiration and tips for all. Fenix Light should send you a LR35R for those low light descents👍. Looking forward to your next adventure.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kevin!

@declanconway2903 2 жыл бұрын

Great video again and great weather. Stay safe and Happy Christmas.

@leehughes32 2 жыл бұрын

Great vlog grace ive done crib goch a couple of times never had weather like u had, looked amazing. ATB

@gregcooper2719 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favourite routes to do is up Pen Yr Ole Wen, up to Carnedd Daffyd, round to Llewelyn, then east along the ridge, cutting down past the reservoir to the A5 then back along the A5 to the car. It’s a long day out but a great walk with some stunning views

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you hoping to do this route soon!

@gregcooper2719 2 жыл бұрын

@@GracesAdventures half jealous as it’s a great day out, half not as I’m not fit enough to do it myself at any point…

@stevecoombs8409 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Grace ,well done !!! You picked an awesome day to tackle Crib Goch .......I duff my cap ma'am .

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Ha thaaanks ☺️

@qualitativeresearcher 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, thank you for transparency - I did in fact wonder about the practicalities of filming yourself hiking :)

@rosssmith7331 2 жыл бұрын

Put a smile on my face this amazing!!

@dg4846 2 жыл бұрын

I am incredible jelouse :) Fantastic walk Crib Goch (I have made it twice in mixed conditions). Great job!

@jwwardward1670 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Grace x

@stephenoconnor2199 2 жыл бұрын

Love that you show both the highs and lows of adventuring. It's so honest and such a part of the experience too. Those panorama shots from the 2 hikes were absolutely STUNNING 🤩 I'm probably not the only one who is "living their adventures" through people like you so keep up the wonderful videos. 👏👏👏

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Stephen appreciate the comments ☺️

@jackiehale3730 2 жыл бұрын

Grace is beautiful! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

@ponysmoke7884 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome film. That first descent in the dark had me worried. Be careful out there!

@andmotion5399 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, love it, what a walk, good on ya girl 😉. I did crib goch and the horseshoe when I was 14 with some old guy I meet whilst walking with my parents, the rest of my family did the regular route with his wife!. It was awesome, but I’ve forgotten how awesome, thanks for reminding me, now subscribed so looking forward to more Gracie adventures and ideas 👍🍺

@davidharris705 2 жыл бұрын

Superb Video. Well done on Crib Goch, not as easy a scramble as some people think!

@daveedmunds137 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing footage of spectacular views , I felt sick watching ye clamber over the ridge .

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Haha job done then 🙌🏻😅

@theregster 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video. The views you got were incredible! Really enjoyed that. Keep up the good work!

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️

@bayisleKeith 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful and well done inspiring

@pavatottify 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video - looks like a great weekend! Makes me want to get out and explore the mountains!

@louisecoombs4895 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video Grace with stunning views. Love following your adventures and look forward to seeing more in 2022! Xx

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lou ☺️💛

@regreg5416 Жыл бұрын

Have not been on a mountain for 30 years due to severe health problems but like you are doing I collected as many memmories as possible, keep going and keep posting. Had over 200 crossings of Grib Goch but the most beautiful and memorable was above a red tinted inversion (could not resist your video when I saw Crib Goch and inversion in the title) I can guarantee that that is a memory you will have for decades. My memory also included emerging from the immersion on Snowdon just as, coincidentally a good friend, at that time, emerged from the other side together with his dog. Mountain memories never go away, dont ever stop.

@kennyblock1839 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Grace. Looked like an amazing weekend!

@johnnyblaze716 2 жыл бұрын

Really good vid, and a good point about using an ML too 👍

@OrderOfWoods 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing climb. Regardless that youbwere both tired , you looked at the end much happier than ever. Another mountain down! 🤠✌ Best regards, Grace!

@EnterTheOrb 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Grace! I would have been on bum the whole time on that ridge 😨

@bennevis21 2 жыл бұрын

Snowdonia at its finest. Crib Goch looked like a fun ridge to do. You should go to Glen Coe next year, you would love it.

@cruachan1191 2 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous scenery and some Deadpool-esque fourth wall breaks, what more could you want from a video? Tell the truth, that wasn't Hot Chocolate. It was just a mug full of marshmallows wasn't it? 🤣

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Hahaha we needed the sugar 😂

@matt46vale 2 жыл бұрын

I miss being surrounded by mountains, Having lived in New Zealand. Will have to do this next year. thanks for the Inso

@whenigotothemountains1203 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one grace. The sunrise shots looking back on the way up crib we’re stunning. Nae luck wi the drone! Gordon

@donovandavidsonAlton 2 жыл бұрын

What a great day for your hike i wish sometimes I live close by its a bit of a hike from Kent to Wales for the day and you have to be so careful to pick the right one as it changes so quickly great job

@souieappe 2 жыл бұрын

That was auwsom! I never realized Great Britten had such terrain! You do a wonderful job!

@kmtb2011 2 жыл бұрын

am doing grib coch this summer, cant wait its been on my bucklist for a while

@hairymotter5455 2 жыл бұрын

Crib Goch was my first time in crampons with an inversion too , great day

@davidsimpson2563 2 жыл бұрын

It's been so long since I did crib. I just can't remember all of it. Most of it was walked in fairly thick mist. I remember someone above us disturbing a rather large boulder/rock. All we heard were people shouting, "below." The boulder missed us by around 6 feet. Needless to say the language was blue and I haven't been up there since. Glad you had a better experience Grace. X

@lukemagee462 Жыл бұрын

I second your comment on the ogwen valley being stunning but my favourite is Dyffryn Mymbyr which leads up to the pen y pass. Love your videos.

@supernova046 2 жыл бұрын

just subscribed after reading hatchet job done on daily post about you.best wishes from north wales.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

thank you 🙏🏻

@davidknowles5519 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful film well done on the climbs

@gauky6969 2 жыл бұрын

Crib Goch is next on my to do list after climbing up Cadar in the snow!

@gerardtohill9597 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Grace - keep them coming!

@frankhayes1135 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely video. Coming down Pen Yr Ole Wen South Face in the dark (and alone) was potentially a serious mistake and should if at all possible be avoided. Any frost or ice makes the descent vicious. Great climb up but completing the Pen Yr Ole Wen, Myndd Davidd and Myndd Llewelyn Loop is the safest and most rewarding route. I don't know when you actually did the climb but I also did Pen Yr Ole Wen on December 21st and the cloud inversion and weather were spectacular - I thought I was on Mont Blanc!

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah wasn’t ideal but like I said - didn’t fancy following an unknown route in the dark (there is no route on OS maps for the loop down the other side) so just had to go with that route down. Will definitely avoid in future! I did it last Saturday 🙌🏻

@colinyzfr1 2 жыл бұрын

carnedd dafydd and carnedd llewelyn loop would have been crazy in the dark especially dropping down to ffynnon llygwy reservoir. would of gone to the true summit of pen yr ole wen then down the well trodden path on the east ridge slight 20 foot scramble then follow river down to A5.

@dorank86 2 жыл бұрын

Loved every minute of it, cloud inversion was sensational. Watching you scurry across the edge did leave me anxious tho. Perfection, I can’t wait to watch more adventures.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️

@motowoody66 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome climb on Crib Goch, well done!! That’s now on my list to do

@Jog_on 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. They make me want to get out more by myself.

@davidcox2264 2 жыл бұрын

That was so incredible 😍 thank you so much for sharing.

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! ☺️🙏🏻

@jaynew5762 2 жыл бұрын

I did the miners path up snowdon yesterday and the scenery in the snow is unreal😍

@mattglyndwr8622 Жыл бұрын

My 2 favourite peaks in the park. Well done and great video

@John-Boy1979 2 жыл бұрын

Thank for sharing, absolutely amazing footage from Crib Goch, well done and thank you 👍👍

@IvorsTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Crib Goch is always an adventure. Some years ago I did this a few times. The Snowden Horseshoe was a favourite. Since retiring though I find that my balance and so my head for heights is not what it was. I loved seeing the ridge once more and being reminded of those exciting times. As you say this is not really a walk to do solo. Keep on enjoying the world out there. Your videos will be amazing to look back on in the future. I would like to see more of your adventures so have subscribed.

@davewatson430 2 жыл бұрын

well done great video. brave coming down there in the dark. i still think you did the right thing choosing the route that you know.

@erinmoran9601 2 жыл бұрын

amazing cloud inversion.. seen all you posts on Instagram. Love your videos. 👏🏻 well done 😊

@oddjobkia 2 жыл бұрын

just worked it our.. its been 27 years since I last went up that route... spent new year top there when I was 19..... damn I miss it was up there about 10 times a year

@deanward6731 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Grace 👏 amazing

@jg5144 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always Grace! Did the same Crib Goch route exactly a month before you and lost half the views to cloud and mist so it's amazing to see it with the sunrise and clear weather!

@GracesAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you - I know I was so lucky, well worth the wait 🙌🏻

@Findinghannalouise 2 жыл бұрын

Love Crib, Pen Yr Ole Wen is definitely on my list now after viewing it from the otherside like you for many hikes! Also made the best pizza decision in Betws!