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  • Опубликовано: 24 апр 2022
  • Wainwright's Coast to Coast walk - My Tips & Kit List
    Welcome to my channel
    In this video I go through the lightweight gear I took with me on the coast to coast.
    I tried to cover as much as possible, if you have any questions then please comment & I will do my best to help you
    Link to my Lighterpack loadout - lighterpack.com/r/3huzaj
    Link to a UK based firm selling the widest range of ultralight hiking clothing & equipment
    ultralightoutdoorgear.co.uk/
    Thanks for watching, Like, Comment, Subscribe & all that good stuff

Комментарии • 94

  • @abbaspanjwani4300
    @abbaspanjwani4300 2 года назад +9

    The weight of these ultralight setups is getting unbelievable - look forward to seeing you do the Tour du Mont Blanc armed with only a handbag

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад

      Hahahaha, cheers. It's finding the balance between Ultralight & stupid Ultralight.
      Fingers crossed the Tour Du Mont Blanc trip can go ahead.
      Thanks for the support

  • @Spartan117TCF
    @Spartan117TCF 2 года назад +5

    Great video Darren. I consider this to be an optimal gear load out for the C2C and will be using a slight variation of it as my go to pack list (Thanks for linking Lighterpack). Being a bit older I would definitely need an air mat for sleep comfort and a small cook kit for on-trail brews & hot food. Look forward to getting out there in the not too distant future. Cheers Lee.

  • @gsmad9738
    @gsmad9738 4 месяца назад +1

    Awesome. Just been watching a few of your TMB series - fantastic.
    You have great dulcet tones too. 👍

  • @barrypanaretou9124
    @barrypanaretou9124 Год назад +2

    Really enjoy your video mate nice and calm with only what you need!

  • @martinbennett9578
    @martinbennett9578 2 года назад +2

    Brilliant advise.

  • @kentish_outdoor2335
    @kentish_outdoor2335 2 месяца назад

    Great advice

  • @John3.3
    @John3.3 4 месяца назад +2

    Great content,thanks for taking the time to share your experience.

  • @thegreatexaggerator9077
    @thegreatexaggerator9077 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing

  • @markhite4782
    @markhite4782 2 года назад +3

    Interesting. Thanks for the rundown on your gear and the idea of foraging in the places along the way for meals. Talk about going lite-weight. No wonder you did the trip in 9 days.

  • @mozdickson
    @mozdickson 9 месяцев назад

    Great video and walk Darren. Just my reflections, not arguments! Lightweight inflatable mattress? As a side sleeper I need one AND I ALSO take a lightweight cell pad like yours, it weighs almost nothing. Proper sleep is necessary. Water - a kilo a litre, and I've learned to NEVER not have water on board. Snacks - must have. Ultralite down jacket + merino longs (Wet Gear / Dry Gear - Day Gear / Night Gear military approach, I learned from East Anglian Bushman). You said those toe socks saved you from blisters - mate, I felt for you and your blisters!! Honestly, your feet should not look like that. You need thicker, merino socks, and you need Hikers Wool or just scavenge some wool from a fence. (If your feet are getting wet or sweat - also take some talc powder.) All that said, you defo do more miles per day than me Daren - but I got 20 years on you mate! Haha

  • @martinbennett9578
    @martinbennett9578 9 месяцев назад +1

    That is a really brave pack!

  • @rogkeista1
    @rogkeista1 Год назад +1

    Great tips. Thanks

  • @cyberkraut5139
    @cyberkraut5139 Год назад +2

    I intend to go this stretch soon. I so much love your stenographic way of explaining and reporting. I hate these BS stories of so many which are just of no interest. Thank you.

  • @MrGraemeb2022
    @MrGraemeb2022 Год назад +2

    A lot of useful tips there. Thank you Darren

  • @mumsgonecamping8666
    @mumsgonecamping8666 2 года назад +1

    Very helpful Darren, really like the look of the socks 😁

  • @jdhiker5576
    @jdhiker5576 2 года назад +1

    Watched your footage loads of times mate..class👍did it last may myself and doing it again in about 3 weeks..

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      It's a great voyage hey! One day I will do it again
      Thanks for the support buddy

  • @steveprice876
    @steveprice876 2 года назад +1

    Mastermind specialist subject...

  • @JonathanRobsonPhoto
    @JonathanRobsonPhoto 2 года назад +1

    Fantastic video, loved the tips. Traveling from Chicago to do the c2c next year. I'm from the UK originally and have hiked the c2c before, but it was 30years ago

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад

      How lovely to do it again after so long! Hope you have a great time

    • @JonathanRobsonPhoto
      @JonathanRobsonPhoto 2 года назад

      @@darrencurtisuk I do have one question which I can’t find an answer for… how readily available are dehydrated meals along the way, for resupply? Can you buy them in most supermarkets etc?

  • @dazbass007
    @dazbass007 2 года назад +1

    Great vid Daz I'm all set to go in a few weeks just did a 5 day warm up hike in the peak district 😀 👍 😎

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      Cheers mate, I'll be watching that vid shortly!

    • @dazbass007
      @dazbass007 2 года назад

      @@darrencurtisuk sweet 😍

  • @RustyOutside
    @RustyOutside 2 года назад +1

    Nice video - I found myself saying "is that it?" when you went through your bag though! The Lighterpack link has def given me some things to think about. Cheers.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      Each trip is different. Kinda fun playing around with what you need for each trek.
      ATB Darren

  • @WaldoTheBareNecessities
    @WaldoTheBareNecessities 2 года назад +1

    Hey mate, congrats on reaching 1k subscribers! I met you on Day 4 of the C2C hike (my name's Jake) and it was great meeting you and hiking a bit together! I've been watching your videos ever since then and you were part of the inspiration for me to start my own RUclips channel! It's great to see you're doing well and hiking lots and putting out great content. Keep it up mate.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      Ahhh sweet, you're the youngster who smashed out the pennine way in 10 days right?
      Thanks buddy, will definitely sub as I expect you will go on to great things.
      Good luck & nice meeting you :-)

    • @WaldoTheBareNecessities
      @WaldoTheBareNecessities 2 года назад +1

      @@darrencurtisuk haha yep that's me!

  • @mikelambrou4462
    @mikelambrou4462 2 года назад +2

    Great video and timely. I’m almost half way through (Kirkby Stephen). I’ve taken the X-Mid, worth the extra few grams for me and I need the trekking poles (two new hips last summer and knackered footballer knees!). Need a hot brew too so have a stove and a warmer sleeping system (it’s close to 0 at night at the mo) so my base weight is about 1.5kg heavier than yours. Have rewatched your videos of the walk as motivation - 9 days is a great effort, I’m aiming for 12. Nine Standards tomorrow

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      Hi Mike, that's for swinging by again! Should be nice and dry up at 9 standards. I have such fond memories of the C2C, enjoy it :-)

  • @JH-ne7mr
    @JH-ne7mr 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this! I'm setting off for the C2C on Monday. Useful to shake down the pack a little more.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      Let me know how you get on :-)

    • @JH-ne7mr
      @JH-ne7mr 2 года назад +1

      @@darrencurtisuk just arrived in Shap! Knees need a rest but loving it so far!

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      @@JH-ne7mr The hardest part is done! It's a gentle stroll to Kirkby Stephen

    • @JH-ne7mr
      @JH-ne7mr 2 года назад +1

      @@darrencurtisukI finished! I even made it a day earlier then planned!

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      Brilliant!

  • @trytheoutdoors
    @trytheoutdoors 2 года назад +1

    Great no nonsense stuff. Loads of great tips. Thank you. Would you recommend the trekkertent over the durston x mid 1p?

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      No way, its only purpose for me is as my lightest possible shelter. Tiny inside! Maybe being a bit harsh on it, it's a decent bit of kit

  • @andreafluffkitten
    @andreafluffkitten Год назад

    The Atom 40 is a wonderful pack. :)

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад +1

      3 years and over 1000 miles. Still good as new.
      Although wish it smelt the same 😅

    • @andreafluffkitten
      @andreafluffkitten Год назад

      @@darrencurtisuk mine is 5 years ld but hasn't had the use to make it stink yet. :)

  • @andrewsmith8883
    @andrewsmith8883 Год назад +1

    Brilliant video on the Coast to Coast Darren. I loved the way you were anxious at the beginning on Day 1 and became extremely confident as the days progressed. To complete the walk in a mere 9 days was impressive too !! All the other videos that I have watched are 12 days minimum and many 14 days plus.
    What happened to Adam from Manchester on Day 4 ?
    He went home suddenly. Was he giving up or only ever intending on walking that far ?
    Im going to attempt the C2C this year. Definitely ordering a light weight tent.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад

      His knee required surgery after a recent motorbike accident
      It's a great adventure, go for it!!

    • @andrewsmith8883
      @andrewsmith8883 Год назад

      @@darrencurtisuk I see so he only did a few days to be careful with his knee.
      Im definitely looking forward to C to C Darren. I noticed that you and other walkers didnt use a compass yet other walkers say a compass is essential. Im sticking to old fashioned maps as what did people do before the internet. Just rely on good old maps lol.

    • @andrewsmith8883
      @andrewsmith8883 Год назад

      Also you camped behind the pub at Danby Wiske. There is an amazing campsite now open in Danby Wiske which caters for C to C walkers. Church Holme Camping. Look it up online my friend. Its literally the best campsite ever. It only opened last year.

  • @steveprice876
    @steveprice876 2 года назад +1

    Terrific succinct comments on your channel. Any chance you could do an instructional video on your trekkertent, which can be augmented by your personal comments on why and how this tent works for you? I intend to do the C2C later in the year, solo. So thanks for all the insights.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад

      Yes I keep meaning to get around with making a video about this tent. It worked for me because it was so damn light! You just need to make sure you pitch it arse into the wind and hope the wind doesn't change direction. The 1man is very tight to manoeuvre in. Good luck on the c2c!!

  • @no_soy_rubio
    @no_soy_rubio 2 года назад +1

    Nice one mate. Wish I'd taken smidge/anti-mossie stuff now. Got absolutely massacred by midges in Shap 🤦‍♂️
    Not sure about the no underwear btw 🤣

  • @jamesoutdoors.6450
    @jamesoutdoors.6450 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for this, really helpful. Will be doing this soon. So there isn't any long gaps (say 15 miles) between shops and pubs etc.?

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      Yes there are very long gaps between facilities.
      I suggest you purchase the Harvey Maps North & South.
      I marked pubs, cafes, shops on map and planned accordingly

  • @user-si6be9fp1p
    @user-si6be9fp1p Год назад +1

    Great video. How do you create a custom Maps Me showing places to eat, shops etc along the C2C Darren?

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад

      I convert the Gpx route file into the KML format which Maps.me uses.
      Then share /send it to Maps.me
      Download the offline maps, should be promoted to do this when you zoom into an area along the trail.
      To find shops, places to eat just use the search bar and they will show up. You then just need to select, save /bookmark them.
      I use different colors for each type, ie shop /Pub /campsite etc
      You can even add your own notes in each bookmark like opening hours etc
      Hope that helps. Takes a little to get used to, but I always use MapsMe to plan each excursion. So handy knowing.

  • @scottn6667
    @scottn6667 2 года назад +1

    Cant lie that was a missed opportunity to call it the “shit kit”, other than that great vid 😂

  • @christophersmith7714
    @christophersmith7714 Год назад +1

    Loving your vids Darren. What was the app you used to find all the shops/pubs/cafes etc?

  • @mikebreen2890
    @mikebreen2890 2 года назад +1

    Out on the Kungsleden I saw a guy weighing his pack at Abisko - 35 kilo.
    I can't believe how light you can travel now, I might just rethink my decision to go B&B only these days.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад

      Ouch! Each hike is different of course. Thanks for the comment Mike

  • @johnmca5643
    @johnmca5643 7 месяцев назад

    Great video! I was unable to see the author your book. I'm planning on a mix of tenting and Inns I'm looking for a good book that tells me what accommodations ate available at each stop.
    Thanks

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  6 месяцев назад

      Hiya, it was Cicerone. If you want decent info for the trail then I'd suggest you join the Facebook group for the walk. Stacks of up to date info there!!

  • @DanCharlie
    @DanCharlie Год назад +1

    Hi Darren - love the videos and really enjoyed the one on the CWT you did recently, as it is something I'm looking to do later this summer. Out of interest, did the kit list from C2C change much for the CWT, or did you use majority of the same (In terms of Tent/Mat/Sleeping Bag arrangements etc.)? Cheers

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад

      For the CWT I took a 50l AtomPack, warmer quilt, inflatable mat, xmid tent.
      All items a little heavier, but warmer in case bad weather rolled in.
      I kept the same ultralight outdoor philosophy elsewhere as much as possible.
      I think my x2 food carries on the CWT weighed alone as much as my whole C2C kit!
      Any further questions, I'd be happy to help

    • @DanCharlie
      @DanCharlie Год назад +1

      @@darrencurtisuk Cheers - is that the Xmid 1? I know someone who uses one and waxes lyrical about it! What was the average pack you were carrying on CWT, around 15/20kg then? Should be manageable especially on the downhill sections arounds Falls of Glomach!

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад

      @@DanCharlie yes the 1p, love it. Link to my CWT kit list lighterpack.com/r/ws7hsb

  • @thegreatexaggerator9077
    @thegreatexaggerator9077 Год назад +1

    Thank you, good information for me next year. You said the trail is relatively easy to follow. Does the MapsMe app give any indication if you are off trail? Seems like a few hikers are off course and losing their way.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад +1

      If you plot a route it's easy to follow, although there's no sound alert if off course I just quickly check it if in doubt

  • @monealiza7553
    @monealiza7553 Год назад +1

    Great video! What was your longest mileage day and how many hours please?

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад +1

      Hiya
      Think day 2 was the longest day walking, perhaps 12 hours?
      I think I breakdown each days stats at the end of each video

    • @monealiza7553
      @monealiza7553 Год назад +1

      @@darrencurtisuk thank you!

  • @whenigotothemountains1203
    @whenigotothemountains1203 2 года назад +1

    Very nice. Enjoyed. Thanks for the lighter pack link. Did you like the atom pack? Gordon

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад +1

      I love the AtomPacks stuff. It's annoying that alot of the best ultralight stuff is based in America and it costs a ton for us based in the UK to purchase.
      Thankfully AtomPacks is based in UK!

    • @whenigotothemountains1203
      @whenigotothemountains1203 2 года назад +1

      @@darrencurtisuk I like you can customise them too.

  • @liamm7613
    @liamm7613 Год назад +1

    Hi mate, enjoy watching your videos I've been suffering really bad from blisters in-between my toes on the Norfolk coastal path walk, I know you use toe socks are they a game changer in your opinion? Really thinking of getting some myself.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад

      Yes, certainly helped me massively. Injinji are the market leader, but cheaper brands work just as well tbh!

    • @liamm7613
      @liamm7613 Год назад +1

      @@darrencurtisuk nice one thanks will order some now, should get on the links so you can get commission 😁

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад +1

      @@liamm7613 Hahahaha! Blisters are a funny thing. Can be anything from lacing your shoes wrong, socks too warm or not thick enough. I usually get a few at the start of the hiking season, then the toes get battle hardened from then onwards.
      Good luck 😎🙏🤞

  • @Antarmy2
    @Antarmy2 Год назад +1

    Hi Darren, like yourself I intend to camp in my tent on the coast to coast next month, can you recommend more places to camp ? You mentioned Danby Wiske and Shap, I want to stay at ennerdale on day one, any others would be helpful, thanks Darren.

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  Год назад +1

      Honestly I was surprised by how many places I passed that I could have wild camped at!
      You will have an amazing time, don't stress about places to camp.

    • @Antarmy2
      @Antarmy2 Год назад

      @Darren Curtis Thanks Darren, that's a big help mate, keep up your RUclips posts,👍

  • @steveprice876
    @steveprice876 2 года назад +1

    PS. Info. for the tent: did you drybag the outer separate from the inner?
    Did you keep both tied together? (Another reviewer suggested keeping inner and outer tied together.
    Did you need to spray with proofer/midge Deet? How many pegs did you use? I can't remember from your YT programs if you used the additional guys?
    Cheers Steve
    I'm sure there are

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  2 года назад

      I always take them down separately. If the fly has condensation or rain then it goes in outside pocket. Stakes wise I always use msr groundhog minis for main points, or the standard groundhogs if expecting looser ground. Ti shepard hooks are enough for minor tie outs

    • @steveprice876
      @steveprice876 2 года назад

      @@darrencurtisuk Thanks for the responses and tips. Can't wait to get the tent for a few dry runs.

  • @Matt-to1bi
    @Matt-to1bi 8 месяцев назад

    Do you need a bigger backpack

    • @darrencurtisuk
      @darrencurtisuk  6 месяцев назад

      A bigger pack usually results in one taking more stuff 😬

  • @dblanchard3635
    @dblanchard3635 2 года назад +1

    🔥 ᑭяỖmo𝓼𝐦