Can you climb BEN NEVIS Without Training? We Travelled to Scotland's TALLEST MOUNTAIN to find out just How Difficult Ben Nevis is. #bennevis #travelscotland
Great cinematography and commentary but the mountain was overdramatised. It's actually quite an easy, fairly boring walk up in summer. What was the rope for?
Agreed. On one hand, I'm all for making memories and going on adventures with friends, but then you have things like this, pub shoes and 1 liter of water. It could have easily ended in mountain rescue, as one of you nuggets went down with heatstroke. That being said, thank you very much for sharing your adventure. We live and learn and I look forward to the next one.
Did it in May for the first time for a charity walk. Took two hrs 40-ish, pushing myself a fair bit and eating on the move. Thought I was doing ok till a guy about my age- 50-ish - strolled past me like he was walking in the park....and later passed me again on his way down. Wouldn't do it again though. Not the most interesting mountain in Scotland and *way* too many people.
Well done man 👏👏 it's still a great acomplishemt to have ticked off your list! Tallest mountain in the UK 🇬🇧 ✅️ keep up the adventures and best of luck in all your endeavours 🤟
Bit dramatic lads, my dad “climbed” Ben Nevis with me and he’s 58 and not at all athletic, it’s a tough walk but definitely just a walk. Really great work but let’s not put people off by overstating what it is for personal gain
I wanted to make it dramatic to emphasise it being the tallest mountain in Scotland. Difficulty is also subject to opinion, and for some, this video will illustrate what it is like to "climb" Nevis with no prior training as stated in the title. The only personal gain here is a video that my friends and I can watch when we are old to remember the journey. I am a storyteller, and I tell stories through my own experiences.
And people have the right to call out your exaggerations. Old ladies literally walk their dog to the top in the mornings, it's a footpath with a small grade the whole way.
@voetbal12 Fkin yadder yadder, yadder blah. Well done to the lads! Did Scafell Pike after a bottle of whisky with only a pack of cigs as nutrition. Let's celebrate success rather than be a nay-sayer, misery-guts!
@@voetbal12From the five fingers onwards there is little that resembles a path. I've just done it and Im 52 and 125 kg. I was in a class of my own. No old ladies walking up there that day. Judging by your comments you haven't walked it
I also did this with no training what so ever, on a whim. Came for a holiday in Scotland and me and my brother in law just randomly decided we'll do it, a scorching summers day around 27*, a mile or so in he had enough and decided to go back, I started so said I'm continuing, he took the water and food back so I had nothing apart from the odd scoop of water from the slowing river/waterfall around half way up. I was 22 stone (308lb, 140kg). Took me just over 9 hours up and down, I found down harder and the week after I was floored and struggled to move/walk, but damn was it worth it :D , this was about 3 years ago and I intend to do it again next year with training.
Well done lads. Bit OTT, but you did it. Perhaps learn to respect the countryside next time. On your camp the night before, you should never have had that fire and scorched the forest earth. Leave no trace. Seemed more equipped for a stroll around Morrisons car park than a trip up the Ben. Good luck in the future, and try the CMD route to the top next time. PS: You guy's may need a guide for that one!
I weight 110 Kg, and we with my friend went towards ICC hut and then ascended towards CMT and went through serpentine until we reached summit. It took like 7 hours and in some instances was scary. Still 0 experience just pure determination and we did it. I would find it odd if someone much healthier than me would be whining about difficulty haha
Train? What do you need to train for? The only thing I trained for in the sixties was how to read a map and compass, no gps then. Reasonable fitness and off you go. Take food drink and extra clothing,end of.
That’s how people die by assuming climbing a huge mountain is simple work and by belittling those who are extra cautious. Years ago I was sliding down this mountain thinking I was going to die near the summit with all the ice as had no spikes for boots etc. At time I had no idea people had died previously and it’s pure luck you have managed this long since 60s, some won’t be as lucky so really your comment was just about stupid masculinity🤷🏻♀️ end of
Nice video guys. I’ve climbed Ben Nevis a few times, the most rewarding route to tackle the Ben is definitely the CMD Arête, It’s an experience that lives long in the memory.
You can do it for sure! The reality is that it's a 3/4 hour walk up hill but I highly recommend it for the bucket list 👍 this year is the year for you I believe it
Escapades, the meaning of a life lived, man reminds me of many from my youth, and those memories are the best, the ones you always recall in later years and bring the smile out! Good on ya lads!
Ben Nevis is over 3X the qualifying height of being labelled a mountain in global terms. This video also shows that it doesn't require training, but not everybody is the same fitness level. This is a video about my experience.
Great effort lads. I live nearby Ben Nevis and the fastest I've done it is 3 hrs 42 mins from start to finish, did that in early September last year. I also went up for sunrise just the other week and got some great shots, put a short video on my channel of the footage. If you've never gone up a mountain for sunrise, definitely get it on your bucket list!
The climb up Ben Nevis is longer than the Matterhorn. I have climbed the Munros of Scotland, and few ascents are more than 3500 feet. Ben Nevis is nearly 4500. To everyone who gets the top, it is an achievement. Well done.
I really liked the video, introducing each of your pals was a nice touch. Why did you have one bottle between you lol?! Going for hard mode 🤣. Looks like a lovely day for a mountain walk at least and the Loch must have been sooo refreshing. Try not to park on passing points in future ;). How surreal does it look when you get into the clouds/fog, like something from a dream. Well done on the accomplishment lads!
Thank you very much 🙏😊 we really had no clue what to expect, and the heat was unreal that day but it all worked out in the end 😌 the scenery was like a fairytale for sure 👌
Cheers man 🤟 definitely worth getting this ticket off the bucket list! I would highly recommend doing it with all your friends and making a video to capture the memory 😅 best of luck brother 🤙
my mate carried a fridge on his shoulder all the way to the top in about 2 hours for a charity thing. My wee cousin is 6 and done it with her mum the other week there. Sorry to chip your bedpost😆
made the climb years ago with some military mates(UK)we got to the top with no problem but we left too late in the day and the mist can come down quite thick and fast on Ben Nevis, we had to take shelter and come down the next day, let's just say the night was not pleasant at all.
Well done lads, really documented an experience ypu all shared and will look back on with pride. Hope you all refreshed with a good pint and a wee dram afterwards!
Thank you very much 🤟 was shot on the Sony A7iii 👌 that ridge route is definitely on the bucket 😁 thank you again for the kind words 🙏 have a great day
Looks brutal...not sure how you made it to the top without training! I suppose having the heart of a lion and the bravery of honey badger helped you. They should make a movie about this in my opinion, truly inspirational.
The route you took is a long walk up a very big mountain, but a walk nonetheless, not a climb. Its an achievement for sure, but calm down with the histrionics
Well i did it for first time at 62 a few weeks ago.. took 3hrs 15 to summit and that's despite around a 20 min lunch break on way up..i could have done it under 3hrs if only stopped for water but strict clock watching spoils the experience!! Its a one off so should be savoured
@@thenazarite2444 Thank you very much 🙏 This Channel is all about cinematic documentary style videos with a focus on the outdoors 😊 I'm glad to have you on board 🙏
The swearing was vile. What if young children were watching your video? You should always consider your audience. You seemed to feel that the walk up there was an awful lot harder than it is. This video would have been so much better without all the foul language.
This video is clearly not aimed at children and was also declared so within the RUclips upload procedure. RUclips is a platform that does allow the use of "foul language" within discretion, and I will not apologies for my documented authenticity. Difficulty is also subjective, and I would unequivocally argue that I am the only person with the credibility to recapitulate my own personal experiences. Nobody forced you to watch my content, and you clearly aren't my target audience, so to think that I should take advice from you is unintelligible and counterproductive. Have a nice day
As an adult, I found your swearing to be vile and unpleasant, and obviously adults with kids do in fact watch your videos, so be a man and admit that your verbal conduct was not acceptable to some people viewing. I did not subscribe to your channel as a result, because I wouldn't have that filth coming into my household ever again, so please be assured I won't be viewing any of your videos ever again. That was the first one and clearly the last one.
Well done
Actually my favourite comment 👏 well played
First time I was 11 years old. Well done Lads. Don't think I had training before.
Great cinematography and commentary but the mountain was overdramatised.
It's actually quite an easy, fairly boring walk up in summer. What was the rope for?
Thank you 🙏 I did want it to be overdramatised as it's the biggest mountain in the UK 🤟 the rope was to steal kids
Glass bottles..
Pub shoes...
It's a miracle any of you made it back!
🥹 pub shoes 😅👏👏 this is my new favourite comment
Agreed.
On one hand, I'm all for making memories and going on adventures with friends, but then you have things like this, pub shoes and 1 liter of water.
It could have easily ended in mountain rescue, as one of you nuggets went down with heatstroke.
That being said, thank you very much for sharing your adventure. We live and learn and I look forward to the next one.
Did it in May for the first time for a charity walk. Took two hrs 40-ish, pushing myself a fair bit and eating on the move. Thought I was doing ok till a guy about my age- 50-ish - strolled past me like he was walking in the park....and later passed me again on his way down. Wouldn't do it again though. Not the most interesting mountain in Scotland and *way* too many people.
Well done man 👏👏 it's still a great acomplishemt to have ticked off your list! Tallest mountain in the UK 🇬🇧 ✅️ keep up the adventures and best of luck in all your endeavours 🤟
Motivational as fuck! Great work neebur.
Thanks man! I'm like a David Attenbourgh, David Goggins mix
Living the dream!! Amazing video Connor 😀
Thank you Christine 🙏😊
Bit dramatic lads, my dad “climbed” Ben Nevis with me and he’s 58 and not at all athletic, it’s a tough walk but definitely just a walk. Really great work but let’s not put people off by overstating what it is for personal gain
I wanted to make it dramatic to emphasise it being the tallest mountain in Scotland. Difficulty is also subject to opinion, and for some, this video will illustrate what it is like to "climb" Nevis with no prior training as stated in the title. The only personal gain here is a video that my friends and I can watch when we are old to remember the journey. I am a storyteller, and I tell stories through my own experiences.
And people have the right to call out your exaggerations. Old ladies literally walk their dog to the top in the mornings, it's a footpath with a small grade the whole way.
@voetbal12 Fkin yadder yadder, yadder blah. Well done to the lads! Did Scafell Pike after a bottle of whisky with only a pack of cigs as nutrition. Let's celebrate success rather than be a nay-sayer, misery-guts!
@@voetbal12From the five fingers onwards there is little that resembles a path.
I've just done it and Im 52 and 125 kg. I was in a class of my own. No old ladies walking up there that day. Judging by your comments you haven't walked it
@@voetbal12lmao the slow motion shot at the end was hilarious 😂
I also did this with no training what so ever, on a whim. Came for a holiday in Scotland and me and my brother in law just randomly decided we'll do it, a scorching summers day around 27*, a mile or so in he had enough and decided to go back, I started so said I'm continuing, he took the water and food back so I had nothing apart from the odd scoop of water from the slowing river/waterfall around half way up. I was 22 stone (308lb, 140kg). Took me just over 9 hours up and down, I found down harder and the week after I was floored and struggled to move/walk, but damn was it worth it :D , this was about 3 years ago and I intend to do it again next year with training.
It's a great accomplishment 🤟 very well done 😁 I'm sure it's an adventure you'll never forget 🏔
Climbed nevis without training today either. 7hr and done in horrible rain.
Loved it
AYYYY!!!! Good on you man 🫡🎉 it's such a cool thing to have done 🙏
Well done lads. Bit OTT, but you did it. Perhaps learn to respect the countryside next time. On your camp the night before, you should never have had that fire and scorched the forest earth. Leave no trace. Seemed more equipped for a stroll around Morrisons car park than a trip up the Ben. Good luck in the future, and try the CMD route to the top next time. PS: You guy's may need a guide for that one!
Climb Ben Nevis ? Pretty sure that’s called walking 🤣
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Omg this is so dramatic I went up there with 3 kids youngest one was 6 lol he loved it wanted to go again the next day
It is dramatic 🥲 but it would be a crap video if I took the angle of how easy it is 😅
Enjoyed your film. I think you cut out the kids and OAP’ passing you on the way up and down 😃 Enjoyable all the same . Well done 👍
Awww man I good comment 🥹 i am blessed 🙏 Thank you 😁
My 8 year climbed it no problem
I weight 110 Kg, and we with my friend went towards ICC hut and then ascended towards CMT and went through serpentine until we reached summit. It took like 7 hours and in some instances was scary. Still 0 experience just pure determination and we did it. I would find it odd if someone much healthier than me would be whining about difficulty haha
Ayyy 💪🤟 well done guys 🔥 I would love to try the CMT ridge.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂Ffs
Train? What do you need to train for? The only thing I trained for in the sixties was how to read a map and compass, no gps then. Reasonable fitness and off you go. Take food drink and extra clothing,end of.
Yeah, you tell em! 👏
Want a medal? 🤦♀️
That’s how people die by assuming climbing a huge mountain is simple work and by belittling those who are extra cautious. Years ago I was sliding down this mountain thinking I was going to die near the summit with all the ice as had no spikes for boots etc. At time I had no idea people had died previously and it’s pure luck you have managed this long since 60s, some won’t be as lucky so really your comment was just about stupid masculinity🤷🏻♀️ end of
Bunch of Outlaws in the pub, one says "nah, you can't", other says "hold my beer..."
Nice video guys. I’ve climbed Ben Nevis a few times, the most rewarding route to tackle the Ben is definitely the CMD Arête, It’s an experience that lives long in the memory.
So what chance have i got at 64 years old, 11stone, thin......and only taking minimal exercise?
You can do it for sure! The reality is that it's a 3/4 hour walk up hill but I highly recommend it for the bucket list 👍 this year is the year for you I believe it
Go for it…if you want to you can do it…
Escapades, the meaning of a life lived, man reminds me of many from my youth, and those memories are the best, the ones you always recall in later years and bring the smile out! Good on ya lads!
Good video. Very over dramatic for Ben Nevis though lol. It's not that hard. You guys definitely didn't struggle like you're making out.
Cheers man! 🤟 yeah I do agree with you. I just wanted to tell a really good story with the footage that I had 😅 but I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙏
You don't need training - I did it when I was 6.. it's barely even a mountain in global terms.
Ben Nevis is over 3X the qualifying height of being labelled a mountain in global terms. This video also shows that it doesn't require training, but not everybody is the same fitness level. This is a video about my experience.
I thought you were going to climb tower ridge by the title mate
Great effort lads. I live nearby Ben Nevis and the fastest I've done it is 3 hrs 42 mins from start to finish, did that in early September last year. I also went up for sunrise just the other week and got some great shots, put a short video on my channel of the footage. If you've never gone up a mountain for sunrise, definitely get it on your bucket list!
I just rocked up with a Costa and did it in 2hr 20 👍🏻
The climb up Ben Nevis is longer than the Matterhorn. I have climbed the Munros of Scotland, and few ascents are more than 3500 feet. Ben Nevis is nearly 4500. To everyone who gets the top, it is an achievement. Well done.
It's rare to have such a positive and encouraging comment 💛 thank you!
I really liked the video, introducing each of your pals was a nice touch. Why did you have one bottle between you lol?! Going for hard mode 🤣. Looks like a lovely day for a mountain walk at least and the Loch must have been sooo refreshing.
Try not to park on passing points in future ;).
How surreal does it look when you get into the clouds/fog, like something from a dream. Well done on the accomplishment lads!
Thank you very much 🙏😊 we really had no clue what to expect, and the heat was unreal that day but it all worked out in the end 😌 the scenery was like a fairytale for sure 👌
@@connorgmcc what's next for you guys? :)
@Claire W is something I have been thinking about for a while 😅 whatever it is, it will be documented 😁🤟
Really well made, just did scafell pike and looking at doing this next, solidified it for me I think!
Cheers man 🤟 definitely worth getting this ticket off the bucket list! I would highly recommend doing it with all your friends and making a video to capture the memory 😅 best of luck brother 🤙
my mate carried a fridge on his shoulder all the way to the top in about 2 hours for a charity thing. My wee cousin is 6 and done it with her mum the other week there. Sorry to chip your bedpost😆
That is incredible man 😂😂😂 that's some real dedication there 💪🤟
Nearly cried at the end ❤
You should of man, we love the truth
Twas truly beautiful
done this in August without training i’m not very athletic trust me it’s not physically challenging just long.
Great achievement my friend! 🤟 well done 😊
made the climb years ago with some military mates(UK)we got to the top with no problem but we left too late in the day and the mist can come down quite thick and fast on Ben Nevis, we had to take shelter and come down the next day, let's just say the night was not pleasant at all.
Oh wow! 😅 at least you have a great story to tell 🙏 sounds like a time you'll never forget 😁 great job ✌️
Bro, What a unique and adventurous video. This video deserves more views. Looking forward to climbing it next Summer.
Well done 👏
wow well done lads and well documented too
Well done lads, really documented an experience ypu all shared and will look back on with pride. Hope you all refreshed with a good pint and a wee dram afterwards!
Great video, lads. When I started, with "roadtrip" ... I thought I was watching The Inbetweeners. :)
This is a huge compliment! I love the inbetweeners 🔥🔥🔥
What a superbly made video 👏 great retro vibe look, what camera? You boys should have gone up Ben via CMD Arere..... You'd have all smashed it 👍
Thank you very much 🤟 was shot on the Sony A7iii 👌 that ridge route is definitely on the bucket 😁 thank you again for the kind words 🙏 have a great day
How can anyone hike without adequate water 😮😮😮
Sometimes lessons have to be learned the hard way 🥲
Great story loved the journey and inspired to follow in your footsteps.
Thank you very much! 🙏 it's an adventure you'll never forget 😊
Fantastic filmmaking, really good stuff Connor!
Thank you very much 🤟 I recognise your channel name. I know you right?
@@connorgmcc it's all deserved mate. Yeah we lived on the same street growing up 😉
@@DisguisedDemise ayyyyyyy! LUKE?
@@connorgmcc Yes mate!! It's been a while. You have kept yourself busy. You guys do some cool stuff
only took 20 mins ez
Practically fell up it
Brilliant video troops .. well put together i enjoyed watching that 🤟 well done great achievement 👏 🏔🏔 just subscribed to you're chanel also 🫡😎
A great job on this one! Well done, you deserve a cigar 😊
Thank you 😅🤟🙏
Lol! who needs training for the Ben, there's a tourist path ff's. Local kids climb it regularly and have lunch up there.
Fuk me, ive seen folk making a smaller deal about doing everest 🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
Brilliant, wish I was there.Great Video GD 😘
Thank you GD 🙏🙏 you will be next year 😁🤟
why's my man got a rope in his bag lol only a hill
He's a ropist.
Editing was mediocre, 6/10
🥲 your standards are incredible 😵 I am not worthy of this 6 😭
U wanna drink the water above the sheep.
Depends what flavour you're looking for
I am from Taiwan and I like your videos very much. Can you tell me what editing software you use?
Looks brutal...not sure how you made it to the top without training! I suppose having the heart of a lion and the bravery of honey badger helped you. They should make a movie about this in my opinion, truly inspirational.
The route you took is a long walk up a very big mountain, but a walk nonetheless, not a climb. Its an achievement for sure, but calm down with the histrionics
Do you need training climbing ben nevis no, do you train on ben nevis to climb other mountains yes
Great video. I’ll be doing this in 3 weeks. God willing.
That was extremely foolish !
plus none of you had hard helmets on !
10/10, deffo recommend would go again...in another lifetime or so
😅😅 you seen the ridge route? 👀
@@connorgmcc booiiii, well least I can say I've had experience
@@denzelonyangod109 love doing check list shit 🤟
@@connorgmcc gives you that accomplished feeling
All good stories deserve embellishment. 'Gandalf the grey.'
Great story telling & cinematography!!
awesome content
Thank you man 🙏🤟
Great video you have inspired me to go here thanks
Worth the wait 😍🌻
LUUUUUV 😊🙏💛
Let’s go bro!
Much Love bro! 🙏👊🤟
It's bloody walking up a path?? "Don't Recommend Channel" clicked.
Stop flirting with me
Well i did it for first time at 62 a few weeks ago.. took 3hrs 15 to summit and that's despite around a 20 min lunch break on way up..i could have done it under 3hrs if only stopped for water but strict clock watching spoils the experience!! Its a one off so should be savoured
I smell 💩🙄
Insane
INSANE!!!
Wow excellent video …
I once managed 2hr 55m. 🤸
Dayuummmm! 👏👏 it took me forever because I kept stopping for pictures and videos 😂 was it 2hrs 55m to the top or back to the bottom?
@@connorgmcc To the top, and down again 2hr 55m 😃
(My 3 Peaks record is 18hr 36m)🤸🤸
Well done lads btw 😃 terrific achievement. Brilliant video too. I subscribe to the channel now.
@@thenazarite2444 you should be really proud of that 👏🤟
@@thenazarite2444 Thank you very much 🙏 This Channel is all about cinematic documentary style videos with a focus on the outdoors 😊 I'm glad to have you on board 🙏
You do know families with 3 year old kids climb this hill in a couple of hours? Why don't you try mount Everest now? That will impress me
Thanks for undermining our accomplishments 👍 I truly do live my life trying to impress you, so it brings me great shame knowing that I have failed.
@@connorgmcc Don't feel ashamed I'm still proud of you that you tried your best to impress me and that's the main thing.
@@craigshannon6011 sorry mate your just sad cant let others be happy and you have to try and ruin others people experiences by undermining it
I wouldn’t be taking a 3 year old up there but each to their own I guess
You make It sound like Everest 😂
You make children cry
@@connorgmcc ay that I do
The swearing was vile. What if young children were watching your video? You should always consider your audience. You seemed to feel that the walk up there was an awful lot harder than it is. This video would have been so much better without all the foul language.
This video is clearly not aimed at children and was also declared so within the RUclips upload procedure. RUclips is a platform that does allow the use of "foul language" within discretion, and I will not apologies for my documented authenticity. Difficulty is also subjective, and I would unequivocally argue that I am the only person with the credibility to recapitulate my own personal experiences. Nobody forced you to watch my content, and you clearly aren't my target audience, so to think that I should take advice from you is unintelligible and counterproductive. Have a nice day
As an adult, I found your swearing to be vile and unpleasant, and obviously adults with kids do in fact watch your videos, so be a man and admit that your verbal conduct was not acceptable to some people viewing.
I did not subscribe to your channel as a result, because I wouldn't have that filth coming into my household ever again, so please be assured I won't be viewing any of your videos ever again. That was the first one and clearly the last one.