Roof Tent Camp in Heavy Rain and Wind. North Wales Adventure with Jason Eke. BBQ in the rain.

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  • Опубликовано: 22 дек 2024

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  • @KentSurvival
    @KentSurvival 2 года назад +161

    totally not jealous of that roof tent 😂 all the mod cons. great trip.. cant wait till part 2

    • @jimrogers1853
      @jimrogers1853 2 года назад +23

      I wonder where he got the idea from Andy 😀

    • @atcay81
      @atcay81 2 года назад +13

      We love your roof tent too Andy 😉

    • @GokTurkBey
      @GokTurkBey 2 года назад +4

      why didnt you go with them

    • @tracylawrence6872
      @tracylawrence6872 2 года назад +7

      And the bloody tomato ketchup Andy!
      I blame you! 😆

    • @kyndrydspyryt3867
      @kyndrydspyryt3867 2 года назад +3

      Solar panel ooooohhh fancy

  • @dwaynef5410
    @dwaynef5410 2 года назад +8

    What I love about Simon is he uses his head and hard work to have fun camping and canoeing instead of using a bunch of money to buy things. His ammo box stove was what first caught my attention to watching Simon and I’ve been hooked since!
    Dwayne from Mississippi says hello Simon!

  • @tracker5849
    @tracker5849 2 года назад +21

    SIMON..YOU ARE THE MAN..THE MYTH..THE LEGEND!! every guy out there wants to be like you....always smiling...bright happy alert and radiating such calm positive energy. I truly enjoy your videos. I hope miss Maggie is doing well. I know she's up in years but still a beautiful loving loyal girl. You have that style of walk of a true outdoorsman... long ground eating easy stride..even when your tired and very weary you still make it look effortless. THANK YOU...FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND ALL YOU DO TO BRING US ALONG.

  • @TrailguidePictures
    @TrailguidePictures 2 года назад +17

    A bloody brilliant time! Thanks again Simon. Looking forward to connecting again one day.

    • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
      @BrianthatiscalledBrian 2 года назад +1

      Yeah, try and get Simon in Algonquin for some portaging. 🛶😇

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  2 года назад +4

      Thanks mate! Definitely! It was great to meet you and share a little adventure! A paddle next time perhaps? 😉🛶

  • @damianmcdonagh7908
    @damianmcdonagh7908 2 года назад +3

    Great video thanks for posting. I think you'd really enjoy the west of Ireland 🇮🇪 Stunning landscape with truly hospitable people.

  • @kcraig51
    @kcraig51 2 года назад +3

    Beautiful landscape. I really want to come to the UK, especially Scotland. That's where my ancestors are from.

  • @AncientHermit
    @AncientHermit 2 года назад +8

    What memories you brought back for me. Last time I was in North wales camping was 1976. Year of the heatwave, drought and forest fires. I was around the Capel Curig area, and all 6 of us got dysentery because a sheep died in the up stream part of the fresh water supply, SteriTabs did not quite protect us oddly enough ;) Then had to bug out because the fires were headed in our direction. Had a LWB Landy, with a bumper to bumper rack & a ladder beside the rear door. I could really relate to how this trip must have been for you! Nice video Simon, and thanks for it. Looking forward to the next part. Be well. ;o)

  • @ek-nz
    @ek-nz 2 года назад +10

    Driving a Land Rover to North Wales… in this uncertain world there are two certainties in this scenario: the Landie will break down and the weather will be shite. It’s comforting that some things aren’t going to change.

  • @jeffwalther3935
    @jeffwalther3935 2 года назад +1

    Just subscribed - This video is surely one of the best stories of 2 tight friends overnight in the country, minimalist, easy cuz of that pop-up tent is jim-dandy fun to raise and lower too, plus all the plug-ins of modern camping today - as it should be - fully affordable, mostly just flat-out partyin' hardy too, that's half the fun, refreshing as can be, with virtual ownership rights to all the most wondrous scenery you survey AND quality time unsurpassed. Billionaires cant enjoy themselves this much, I'd bet because happiness isn't bought as much as pursued and these guys have and show here THE best life offers - and like the rest of us, just don't know: "It don't get no better than this." Congratulations for winning it all, imho. I'm stayin' tuned.

  • @MerlinFox
    @MerlinFox 2 года назад +9

    Ah, my favourite campsite in Snowdonia! Fond memories of preventing a tent from imploding in high winds - perfect Snowdonia weather too!

  • @solarbuduk
    @solarbuduk 2 года назад +52

    I’m sure that people think I’m weird but I love camping in stormy weather and Wales and the other Celtic nations are a favourite destination for me. So I really enjoyed this video! Nice Kadai firebowl too 😉

    • @LanceGoodman
      @LanceGoodman 2 года назад +8

      There is something magical about the sound of rain on canvas

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  2 года назад +6

      Me too! Cozy and dry inside while the rain drums down on the canvas - almost magical!

    • @LanceGoodman
      @LanceGoodman 2 года назад +7

      @@simonablokeinthewoods I've been part of scouting since I was 8, I'm now 48 and still involved. The highlight of my year is laying in my tent, early morning while the scouts are asleep, listening to the rain.

    • @LanceGoodman
      @LanceGoodman 2 года назад +8

      Either that or the first brew by the campfire in the morning as the forest wakes up (I'm a very early riser)

    • @mare2971
      @mare2971 2 года назад +3

      I went sleeping outside in a thunderstorm in my hooped bivy and it was amazing. One of my best nights outside. Only 25 km away they needed Tanks to remove the mass of trees off the street...

  • @mountaingator001
    @mountaingator001 2 года назад +1

    GREAT VIDEO...What a nice rooftop tent...and your LAND ROVER...SUPER!!!
    PS THANKS for taking us along SIMON👍❤️🙏

  • @mariaotero5601
    @mariaotero5601 2 года назад +2

    Hi Simon so happy to see you and your friend ❤️ it will be a great camp!

  • @johnbaldwin143
    @johnbaldwin143 2 года назад +1

    Simon as ever a truly down to earth delivery. Enjoyed that!

  • @loupiscanis9449
    @loupiscanis9449 Год назад +2

    Thank you , Simon .
    🐺 Loupis Canis .

  • @Foldy435
    @Foldy435 2 года назад +1

    You guys are living my dream

  • @OldSoulPammy
    @OldSoulPammy 2 года назад +1

    Great trip, beautiful country, the land of my ancestors. Thanks to you both ☮❤😎

    • @grywilliams8976
      @grywilliams8976 3 месяца назад +1

      In Wales we sing " land of my fathers" Wlad Fy Nhadau; National Anthem.😊

    • @OldSoulPammy
      @OldSoulPammy 3 месяца назад +1

      @@grywilliams8976 Thank you, I'll listen to that! 😎

  • @victoriaoyama9768
    @victoriaoyama9768 2 года назад +4

    Terrific to see the two of you in the same video. Fabulous scenery too. Looking forward to the next episode!

  • @Lightandlovetoyou
    @Lightandlovetoyou 8 месяцев назад +2

    Love the intro song Simon !
    Please use this one again :)) it’s such a lovely feel

  • @philippabaker1078
    @philippabaker1078 2 года назад +1

    In a world of bad news, your videos are a breath of fresh air.

  • @BrianthatiscalledBrian
    @BrianthatiscalledBrian 2 года назад +1

    Oh man, not jealous at all. 😋 Pretty darned cool. 🙂👍🏕️

  • @vikkirobinson4131
    @vikkirobinson4131 2 года назад +1

    The sound of that tent zip! Makes me want to dig out the tent again, such memories of early mornings and the day stretching ahead!

  • @MA-uu3sb
    @MA-uu3sb 2 года назад

    Oh wow what an awesome doubleheader. First Andy’s came up and I watch that now I’m watching new. Back to back enjoyment❤️

  • @sammyslavvu1981
    @sammyslavvu1981 2 года назад +2

    I learned so much from Jason's canoe building videos. Amazing to see you guys hang out 😀

  • @BiznessWizard
    @BiznessWizard 2 года назад +3

    Once again a great adventure. Always like your choices of theme and background music. Hope you weren't limited to the front differential to get back home.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  2 года назад +1

      Thank you! Yes - I’ve removed the rear prop and half shafts until a recon one arrives 😔

  • @mickc1944
    @mickc1944 3 месяца назад

    Bleak and beautiful. Nowhere does bleak and beautiful like our little island.

  • @ltxoutdoors4097
    @ltxoutdoors4097 2 года назад

    Great again as usual ..How I love that Landrover .. It's getting better all the time.

  • @Abe.Wassenstein
    @Abe.Wassenstein 2 года назад +1

    What a fantastic set up!

  • @MrBrentles
    @MrBrentles 2 года назад

    What a sensational set up. You've done a great job with that defender. Well done. Very practical.

  • @lindacarruthers3423
    @lindacarruthers3423 2 года назад +1

    I saw a video of a group of middle aged people camping in roof tents in South Africa .I was impressed, this tent though is fabulous. So easy to set up ,and looks like a cozy nook indeed.

  • @mikericketts-royle4840
    @mikericketts-royle4840 2 года назад

    What a great outdoors video..love this kind of thing

  • @leshincks5180
    @leshincks5180 2 года назад

    Wow boys your making me think I should have been with you I love the rooftop tent and to boot the grub looked great nice one boys

  • @lafonevc5663
    @lafonevc5663 2 года назад +2

    Simon a bloke on the roof! Epically stormy, great vlog as usual.

  • @leilamuller1886
    @leilamuller1886 2 года назад

    A beautiful place !
    Thanks for sharing 🤝👍👏🏻🙏🙏🖐😀🙂. Watching from Vienna 🇦🇹Austria.
    Take care 😀

  • @thebigkahuna2753
    @thebigkahuna2753 2 года назад +7

    Gorgeous country, can't wait to see the extended version of this trip. Looks like you experienced 4 seasons in one day !

  • @kathiwalker7512
    @kathiwalker7512 2 года назад

    Nice video, we loved the new car tent. You always keep your videos fresh. Waiting for part 2.

  • @mwmentor
    @mwmentor 2 года назад

    Looks like you had a really good trip - your Landy looks like a really cozy setup... I just found your channel, so I am looking forward to more... 👍🙂

  • @HermioneGranger-eh3sk
    @HermioneGranger-eh3sk 2 года назад +1

    Watching this and thinking I'm glad I had better weather for my drive up and back this week. It reminded me I was meant to pop into Alpikit in Betws too. I'm very lucky to be able to drive to Snowdonia for the day. Your roof tent looks great.

  • @nseight
    @nseight 2 года назад

    Always an absolute pleasure to watch* Thanks Sinom :-)

  • @northernembersoutdoors1045
    @northernembersoutdoors1045 2 года назад +15

    Have to say this is one of the most enjoyable videos I've watched, I really love that wagon setup, and you went all out with the filming, totally awesome video, this is the genre I really enjoy, bring on part two, nice one Simon.

  • @martinmuller2682
    @martinmuller2682 2 года назад

    Thank you for sharing Simon, you are an inspiration!

  • @stephendavies923
    @stephendavies923 2 года назад +2

    What a cracking adventure and great video quality as always, thanks Simon.

  • @stewartjmurray
    @stewartjmurray 2 года назад

    Great video and glad you are enjoying your roof tent and using that old Landy. Of course your gearbox went wrong… it’s a Land Rover!

  • @kevinseddon6860
    @kevinseddon6860 2 года назад

    Thanks for the most wonderful and enjoyable video. I used to be all over wales wild camping and mountain biking, brought back some lovely memories!

  • @stuartlockwood9645
    @stuartlockwood9645 2 года назад +1

    Hi Simon and Jason, thanks for another interesting video guys, it was a bit damp but you were smiling, so all's good. The roof top tent stood up well in that wind,and packs away very nice. I hope the rear diff wasn't destroyed, and that you got home ok, cheers guys, stay safe, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart UK.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  2 года назад

      Thanks Stuart!
      The diff is b@££weed so it’s a recon one to fit 😔 we had a great time though! 😃

    • @stuartlockwood9645
      @stuartlockwood9645 2 года назад

      @@simonablokeinthewoods hope the repair goes ok for you mate , and that your back on the road , and having new adventure 's soon . Kind regards, Stuart UK.

  • @olerenshawify
    @olerenshawify 2 года назад

    Great vid and love both you lunatics. Brings back many memories, not so much to do with camping but more with Land Rover mechanical difficulties in the inconvenient places. Happy days...

  • @axerxes3981
    @axerxes3981 2 года назад

    Simon.... way cool roof tent. Looked great; warm and cozy! Looking forward to part II. Ax

  • @JasonMcCann841
    @JasonMcCann841 2 года назад +1

    Great new rooftop addition. You guys seem to have enjoyed yourselves thus far. Look forward to part 2.

  • @geographyinaction7814
    @geographyinaction7814 2 года назад

    Every time I see that Land Rover, I have it stripped apart in the shop. It's on the hoist, getting the panls repainted, and looking sharp...then I decide that it's a Land Rover, and if one makes it too pretty, then it won't be the same. Lovely video mate!

  • @johnjairopinedasilva1315
    @johnjairopinedasilva1315 2 года назад +1

    Gracias por el video, por acá en Bogota, colombia, también está lloviendo mucho.

  • @03bonneville
    @03bonneville 2 года назад

    Outstanding, living life to the fullest.

  • @lumpygravyalfresco82
    @lumpygravyalfresco82 2 года назад +3

    Fantastic roof tent Simon. Loved the fact that the weather didn't deter you and you still enjoyed your time there. ATB

  • @nicolejeanne
    @nicolejeanne 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful weather and trip 🤗👍

  • @Gabblerwba1
    @Gabblerwba1 2 года назад +1

    2 of my favourite you tubers in one place together, a double treat to see. Great job gents.

    • @colinjones6072
      @colinjones6072 2 года назад

      Hi from Canada. I love Wales spent so much time there climbing and hiking. I just wonder if it would be possible to have actual camp sites like we have here all over Canada, firepits privacy e.c.t. I know there is land and space constraints but you would think maybe a farmer or land owner might consider it.

  • @grahamthebaronhesketh.
    @grahamthebaronhesketh. 2 года назад

    Love the 110. I really miss mine I had some amazing adventures in it.

  • @vidodaluca5828
    @vidodaluca5828 2 года назад

    great video. i just love the setup of the landy. simple,functional, rustic and just superbly kitted out.

  • @dovilebrasaite4377
    @dovilebrasaite4377 2 года назад

    It's amazing, you inspire me for such trips;) Thanks for the great video. we are waiting for the continuation.

  • @utahjohnnymontana3373
    @utahjohnnymontana3373 2 года назад

    Nice! AluCab make a quality product and it looks good up on the Defender.
    Wales looks beautiful, loving it and looking forward to the next part.

  • @alialmahanawi8409
    @alialmahanawi8409 2 года назад

    Thanks so much for sharing and waiting patiently for your next upload.👍

  • @Kenbur
    @Kenbur 2 года назад

    Apartment living in the Land Rover!!! Very nice setup with the roof tent. Great scenery. ATB

  • @crazyg74
    @crazyg74 2 года назад +1

    this is really great stuff. I'm probably watching it in reverse, but I love it anyway.
    Reminds me of my years living in UK, where I was fortunate enough to happen upon an amazing bunch who loved to camp, hike, ride, ski, etc. Just like I had been doing back at home in Australia all my life. 🙂

  • @cruachan1191
    @cruachan1191 2 года назад +1

    Very jealous of the roof tent as well, seen loads of videos of the Welsh mountains and fancy a trip there myself one day. Very nice vid to watch as I'm on my couch recovering from yesterday when I was round the Falls of Clyde.

  • @michaelzlab
    @michaelzlab Год назад

    Wow There is a lot of room up there. I am impressed.!

  • @JS-xs5hq
    @JS-xs5hq 2 года назад +1

    Absolutely splendid video and trip there Simon. Thank you for taking us along.
    👍👍

  • @markc6207
    @markc6207 2 года назад

    Awesome that land rover is super cool. The roof tent was a nice addition looked real nice.

  • @jimnicholson5889
    @jimnicholson5889 2 года назад

    I also have the ALU CAB rooftop tent on my 110 which has endured some major cyclonic storms in West Australia. Great product and thanks for sharing your ideas.

  • @thenanlife1141
    @thenanlife1141 Год назад

    Such great food you cook out in the wilds !! Amazing

  • @clovermark39
    @clovermark39 2 года назад

    I have a photo album of a Welsh camping trip labelled Wet, Windy, Wales but we had a great time. Your tent looks great and the food, yum. Thanks for sharing another good adventure.

  • @wadly312
    @wadly312 2 года назад

    So excited for a new video and OMG NEW ROOF TENT!!! Looks amazing. I love camping in the rain, for some reason it’s weirdly relaxing.

  • @chrislonsberry1974
    @chrislonsberry1974 2 года назад

    Great video! Also loved your choice of background music for the traveling and hiking pieces of the film.

  • @Kadai
    @Kadai 2 года назад

    Hey Simon, fantastic to see you using one our Products and thank you for the link. Great video, Happy adventures.

  • @jgstevens5169
    @jgstevens5169 2 года назад +2

    Thank you Simon... BTW... Your scene compilation was genius for transitioning from hitting the hay to waking up!! Looking forward to your next episode. I need to get over & subscribe to Jason's channel!!

  • @thomascraig7230
    @thomascraig7230 2 года назад

    Great video once again sir. That's beautiful, rugged terrain I like the additions to the Range Rover. The roof tent looks very well made. Have a great time.

  • @rialobran
    @rialobran 2 года назад

    The 'Great' British weather and a 'Great' British vehicle in the 'Great' British summertime...insert emoji here...
    Looking forward to part two.

  • @andrewforrest8938
    @andrewforrest8938 2 года назад

    Like your roof top tent you can your roof top tent when you and Andy are doing a great video together , you and your family take care and thanks for sharing a amazing video 👍🙂

  • @mattharte7334
    @mattharte7334 2 года назад +1

    Great video. It’s nice to see some of North Wales’ rugged beautiful countryside and your roof tent looks excellent. I like how it packs down and stows away neatly, and parking up head to wind was a good idea and I’m looking forward to episode two.

  • @ABL973
    @ABL973 2 года назад

    Great adventure and I like that Land Rover

  • @geoffminter2927
    @geoffminter2927 2 года назад +3

    hi Simon, I can't wait to see the second part. Snowdonia is my favourite part of the world! Hope the landy is ok mate. That tent look awesome!

  • @nickchaplin612
    @nickchaplin612 2 года назад

    HUGELY entertaining as always!!

  • @rodbagley1686
    @rodbagley1686 2 года назад

    Thanks for the ride along. I have seem more roof top tents this year than ever before.. Thinking on one for my van. I miss the big dog!

  • @kenryalls3931
    @kenryalls3931 2 года назад

    Good day! A greatly inspiring video. Also thanks for introducing Jason, certainly will have to check out his channel! All the best from Canada!
    Ken in Saskatoon

  • @gigi3242
    @gigi3242 2 года назад

    brilliant, looking forward to the next episode. Take care. Glad you didn't get squished by your new tent.

  • @primus7776
    @primus7776 2 года назад

    Great! Camped here with my daughter before doing Tryfan North Ridge and Glyder Fawr.
    Similar weather, but makes for an unforgettable experience.
    Still love camping at age 66. Best Wishes!

  • @davidchase7166
    @davidchase7166 2 года назад +17

    Would love to see more videos with the Landy, whether that's trips or maintenance videos. We have an old 110 and an old 90, hoping to kit out our 110 similar to yours when time allows. Do you go to the bushcraft show Simon?

    • @jamesellsworth9673
      @jamesellsworth9673 2 года назад +2

      They seem to be BOTH trips and maintenance videos! In America, in the early days of the automobile, there was a popular ditty: 'Get Out and Get Under (Your Automobile.)'

    • @davidchase7166
      @davidchase7166 2 года назад +5

      @@jamesellsworth9673 In the UK Land Rovers don't brake down so luckily we never have to get under them in the cold and wet. What Simon done in the video was just for the camera I'm sure.

    • @simonablokeinthewoods
      @simonablokeinthewoods  2 года назад +1

      Thanks David! I havnt been to the Bushcraft show before, might go one day - talking of maintenance, my rear diff is completely knackered - removed the rear prop and half shafts and limped home - waiting for a recon one to arrive now…😔

    • @ek-nz
      @ek-nz 2 года назад +5

      @@simonablokeinthewoods In a more modern vehicle you wouldn’t be able to remove bits and limp home. You’d be stuck waiting for someone with the diagnostic computer. All the best for you next Landy fix-up!

    • @SounderAU
      @SounderAU 2 года назад

      I love the old Landy setup as well. I’ve got an old 40 series Landcruiser troopy that I camp in sometimes. I really need to fit it out a bit like this.

  • @ufoman4468
    @ufoman4468 2 года назад

    Just brilliant to watch good friends enjoying the good things in life . Bastards, Them burgers looked yummy .

  • @texasford
    @texasford 2 года назад

    Cool rooftop tent, doubles your sleeping accommodations.
    Love that stormy Wales camping. Great video Simon !!!

  • @rgober60
    @rgober60 2 года назад

    Nice truck tent Simon. Looks good, can hardly wait for part #2...I know I'll never get to Wales so will enjoy it thru you. Thanks 👍😊

  • @jbutcher5098
    @jbutcher5098 2 года назад

    Great post. I've just fixed up a 300tdi 110 and trying to work out how to reinforce ready for a hammock. This is inspirational stuff :)

  • @ysgolgerlan
    @ysgolgerlan 2 года назад

    Thanks for the nice video and glad that you had the weather. You were only 15 minutes from my house by the way and on my stomping ground. Really like your Land Rover set up with the tent, and everything else about it.

  • @unclebmcc6848
    @unclebmcc6848 Год назад

    Alu cab makes amazing products. I've always liked the idea of the Hannibal tents.👍🇨🇦

  • @mikedelacruz3135
    @mikedelacruz3135 2 года назад

    Cant wait, looks like a LOAD OF FUN Brother ✊🏼🧐!! Cheers from across the pond California 🇺🇸 🍻👊🏼😎🤙🏼

  • @andyfreer1343
    @andyfreer1343 2 года назад

    Great video love your overhead camp looks cosy

  • @jonahtwhale1779
    @jonahtwhale1779 2 года назад

    Great video as always! Can't wait to swe part II. Hope the knees hold out!

  • @Revolver1701
    @Revolver1701 2 года назад

    I love Land Rovers. Never driven one but they look so cool, like WW-2 North Africa. I have a Toyota 4x4 and it serves me well. Good job on the burgers. Enjoyed the video.
    Where I live in Georgia (USA) the Appalachian goes through part of my county. If you ever visit I know place with good beer.

  • @martinoutdoors6941
    @martinoutdoors6941 2 года назад

    Wow! That Jason Eke love his films

  • @shashiprasad7236
    @shashiprasad7236 2 года назад

    You guys awesome 👏 doing good job just love it 😍 love to see more adventures in future Location is beautiful !

  • @simonhjc
    @simonhjc 2 года назад

    Alu cab make great product as too ARB. I ahad a landcruiser troopie set up with a pop top. Found in really bad weather it was more comfortable to sleep down below with roof down. Of course thats single camping. Love the landy too👍

  • @theoutdoordogandhikinggirl
    @theoutdoordogandhikinggirl 2 года назад

    That looks great. Cool car and tent!
    Looking forward to part 2.

  • @ruddthreetrees1104
    @ruddthreetrees1104 2 года назад +1

    its soo cool in the back of that land rover, i really wanna do the same to my 80 series but i'm pretty bad at DIY

  • @jasonwhittaker4352
    @jasonwhittaker4352 2 года назад

    Another cliff hanger ?? great vid mate thank-you.. awaiting part deux!!!!!!!