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Out exploring the mountain trails around Conwy taking in the great bridleway that weaves its way along the coast on the Carneddau.
The Carneddau are the largest continuous stretch of mountain land over 2,500 feet in the country and home to the Carneddau ponies. The wild ponies are normally placid and calm but there was definately something in the air with a proper brawl breaking out mid ride!
#mtb #mtbwales #mountainbike #mountainbiking #mountainbiker #mountainbikes #carneddau #mountainjourney #adventureawaitsuk
Short trips with friends always come with a host of heuristic traps that are easily fallen into.
- Acceptance: not wanting to stand out from the crowd and going along with something just because everyone else is doing it.
- Scarcity: lack of snow this year in the alps and only a few days to make the most of it.
- Commitment: once you’ve been skinning up for most of the day but you start running low on time but still haven’t reached the couloir you wanted to drop into.
If you’ve never heard of heuristic traps and you ride backcountry / off-piste YOU SHOULD! There are many more of these traps that are easy to fall into with dire consequences, having knowledge of them stops you falling into them.
In the past I’ve racked up so many in a single day it is only luck that I’m still riding. Happy with the outcome of this trip, the decisions made, talking through all aspects with those I’m riding with and staying safe in a hostile alpine environment.
#heuristictraps #backcountryskiing #offpistesnowboarding #splitboarding #splitboardingistheanswer #mountainjourney #avalancheawareness #frenchalps #alps #alpsmountains #adventureawaitsuk
Great to be in the mountains enjoying a fresh dusting of snow with old friends who all splitboard! Lots of tough decision making with difficult conditions and bad weather but hours of pondering paid off.
Heading over to the Aravis, we avoided a high avalanche risk, got a few inches of pow and Mother Nature also threw in a cloud inversion.
Looking forward to editing some video that I took and getting a new reel sorted!
#splitboarding #splitboard #splitboardingistheanswer #mountaintime #frenchalps #aravis #adventureawaitsuk
Few days in Cogne climbing some of the classic icefalls in the valley. Plenty of ice to go at which is good considering how warm the alps has been this winter. Difficult to fully get into the ice climbing with only three days but super fun nevertheless.
#iceclimbing #cogne #icefall #climbing #getoutside #ice #iceclimb #iceclimbingimages #iceclimbers #iceclimber #iceclimbitaly #adventureawaitsuk
Day out on the Argentiere Glacier touring the Col du Chardonet which is the start to the famous Haute Route.
Super warm in the sun and a total of 1,000m of height gain which felt tougher than normal with the temperatures. Glad to reach the col, transition and start the journey back down to the valley floor.
Nothing nicer than putting in the effort in the back country and enjoying mountains with all their beauty.
📷 @benclark.93
#skitouring #splitboarding #ski #chamonixmontblanc #chamonix #argentiereglacier #offpistesnowboarding #mountains #earnyourturns #colduchardonnet #adventureawaitsuk
First bit of good height gain in a while running up to the summit of the Pic de la Corne in Morzine. The summit itself is at 2000m and it’s scary to see how little snow there is below this, is this the new norm for ski resorts in the alps?
With the recent news of the world’s first year breaching the 1.5 degree warming limit it’s certainly not looking good!
As I sat on the summit watching an Alpine chough playing in the wind it was hard not to get depressed by the scene in front of me caused by the actions of so many hears abusing our planet and the continued missed promises by Governments around the world.
#conciousrunner #climatechange #winterrunning #trailrunning #trailrun #mountainrunning #mountainrunner #snowrunning #summitseekers #adventureawaitsuk #run #running #runners #mindfulrunning
After a couple of months where priorities changed that kept me away from running, its back to business with training starting in earnest.
Was a breath of fresh air to be hitting the trails today getting back into the flow of trails beneath my feet!
The 25 bosses run is a beaut with rock hopping, rock crevasse jumping, slots to squeeze in, twists, turns and some beautiful scenery on sandy trails. It’s only 15km with 800m of height gain but so technical that it’s difficult to get into your stride but that’s its appeal to me! Could have kept running all day!
#25bossesfontainebleau #25bosses #fontainebleau #trailrunning #trailrun #trailrunningforeverybody #trailrunners #runstagram #running #runhappy #livebreatherun #runshots #instarun #adventureawaitsuk
How many people have a running race or a goal in 2024?
- running your first trail race?
- competing in your first ultra?
- want to become an independent runner in the mountains?
- like to try trail running?
- plan to organise a club or group retreat?
- fancy running all of the welsh 3000 ft mountains?
- have aspirations to complete the paddy Buckley?
No matter what your goal Adventure Awaits can help.
I’m excited for all the events that we have organised in 2024 and you can check them out at the website (link in bio)
📷 running on Moel Elio making the most of some fine winter weather yesterday.
#trailrunningforeverybody #training #trailrunning #harriertrailrunning #trailrun #running #runningmotivation #moutainrunning #mountainrunner #runners #instarunners #adventureawaitsuk
There is something magical about snow being on my home mountains, made special with the winter light, low in the sky bringing out all the shades and shadows the mountains hold. To top it off there were rainbows for most of the day giving another excuse to stop and appreciate the views in all their glory.
Moel Siabod was a great introduction to Eryri for @mazl87 who is taking some time out between jobs to explore Snowdonia. Visiting from Germany he has picked a great time to explore!
#exploremore #exploreeryri #eryri #snowdonia #snowdonianationalpark #winterwonderland #snowymountains #explorewales #getoutside #homemountains #adventureawaitsuk
Happy New Year! Wether you have made a New Year’s resolution to run more or have started training for a run in 2024 running in winter need not be something that trips you up. Embrace the chill and discover a whole new satisfaction in your runs. I’ve written a blog with great tips and tricks to make the most of those winter runs.
Link in bio ⬆️
@inov_8
@provizsports
#winterruns #winterrunning #winterrunninggear #winterrunner #winterrunningproblems #winterrunningtips #running #runningmotivation #run #runners #runningcommunity #trailrunning #trailrunningforeverybody #fellrunning #fellrunninguk #adventureawaitsuk
It’s been a while since I’ve raced an ultra and it showed yesterday on the 38 mile Pen Llyn ultra.
The first 20 miles I was running well and then the heavy legs kicked in and I wasn’t able to maintain my speed as I would of liked. Definitely had to dig deep but the experience was worth if, for the sunrise on the beach as we ran down the coast if nothing else!
Finished the race in just under 7 hours in 22nd place. Much work to be done next year!
Great to be running with @copa__mountaineering and looking forward to future long runs next year!
#ultrarunning #ultrarunner #ultrarunners #sunriserun #sunriserunner #sunrise #penllynultra #run #livebreatheoutdoors #livebreatherun #runrunrun #runhappy #adventureawaitsuk
“Darkness settles on roofs and walls,
But the sea, the sea in the darkness calls,
The little waves, with their soft, white hands,
Efface the footprints in the sand,
And the tide rises and the tide falls.” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Something satisfying knowing there are constants in the world, the tides turning, the sun rising, my love for climbing sea cliffs in the sun.
Nice to spend time at Rhoscolyn with @summitsense.co.uk yesterday.
#tradclimbing #tradisrad #climbing #wintersun #climber #climbing_is_my_passion #rhoscolyn #northwalesclimbing #seacliffclimbing #climbing_pictures_of_instagram #climbinginspiration #adventureawaitsuk
“Good memories, bad memories, they’re all just the same right now. It still hurts in a way no one can see and I can only feel”
Quote from Nine Days
Needed that dopamine hit, that rush you get through cold water immersion, that tingling, that feeling of being alive.
Tomorrow is another day and everything’s going to be alright.
#coldwaterswimming #coldwaterswimminguk #coldwatertherapy #coldwaterimmersion #coldwaterimmersiontherapy #blackandwhitephotography
It’s mountain rescue awareness day today that coincides with the clocks going back and this year a distinct change In the weather with snow forecast for later this week.
If your running or walking in the hills please think about your journey:
- plan your day on the basis of dusk coming all too early
- carry a headtorch, even if you plan to finish well before dusk
- ensure you have an up to date weather forecast, it can change overnight!
Mountain rescue teams like the Llanberis team that I’m on is a FULLY voluntary organisation who respond to those in need on Snowdon and the surrounding mountains. We are on call 24 hours, 365 days a year and rely on donations from the public to carry out this essential life saving rescue service.
www.justgiving.com/llanberismountainrescue
📸 @jethro_kiernan
@llanberismountainrescue @mountainequipment
#ywyddfa #explorenorthwales #exploretocreate #beadventuresmart #timetogetout #hiking #hikingadventures #snowdonia #snowdonianationalpark #adventureawaitsuk #mountainrescue #mountainrescueteam
Great group today taking on the challenge of the Welsh 3000’s in some blustery conditions.
Determination and high spirits will get you a long way across the 50km with 4,000m of height gain but it’s the support you get that can make the difference between a successful attempt and failure.
Adventure Awaits has been providing guided and supported trips for groups and individuals, both running and walking across all the peaks over 3,000ft in Eryri (Snowdonia)
Fancy this epic challenge in 2024? DM or check out the link to the website in the bio.
#welsh3000 #welsh3000s #welsh3000schallenge #hiking #hikingadventures #hikingchallenge #trekkingsnowdonia #hikingsnowdonia #travelsquad #lovesnowdonia #eryri #snowdonia #snowdonianationalpark
New events for 2024 are now live on our website, so many exciting adventures that include a running camp in Switzerland, yoga and wellness retreats, sky running course, Paddy Buckley 3 day guided run, Welsh 3000’s hiking and running, Cuillin ridge traverses,multi-pitch climbing course and much much more.
Check out the latest newsletter from the link in the bio that has all the details🔝
Thanks @jamesaustrums for the photo from last years yoga and wellness retreat with the amazing Vanessa from @oneyogalondon
Looking forward to working with @intoultra on some of these events making ultra running accessible to all.
If you are part of the @austrian.alpine.club.uk you are able to get a grant for the multipitch climbing course, details on the website
#trailrunning #climbing #events2024 #skyrunninguk #skyrunning #running #runningevents #climbingcourses #tradclimbing #mountainrunning #cuillinridge #cuillinmountains #yogaretreat #yogaretreat2024 #runningretreat #multipitchclimbing #paddybuckleyround #paddybuckley #runningroundtheworld #runninglife #guidedrunning #guidedrunningtrips #runningcamp #runningcamps #welsh3000s #welsh3000 #welsh3000schallenge #trytrailrunning #adventureawaitsuk
Doing your first lead climb is no small feat, there are skills to learn like clipping correctly, cleaning the route as well as rope management, you have to climb with confidence while maintaining steady breathing and a state of relaxation to prevent you wasting energy while climbing, you need to choose a route carefully that is well within your grade and all this while staying engaged so you can read and climb the route in front of you.
@tianniely had a day with Adventure Awaits and smashed it confidently climbing her first lead, not first outdoor lead but first lead!
There are too many skills to learn to become an independent sports climber in a day but there is a solid foundation for future learning from fellow climbers or from more days in the future.
#sportsclimbing #learningtoclimb #climbingskills #climbing #climb #climber #climbersofinstagram #snowdonclimbers #climbeatsleeprepeat #learnnewskills #adventureawaitsuk
Some more photos from the running weekend in Edale guiding and hosting @westbury_harriers
So good to see happy faces running the routes we had planned and enjoying the food and cakes we had cooked.
We also organised restorative yoga to help our runners recovery.
We organise group running weekends for clubs and groups of all sizes so get in touch if your interested!
#runningclub #running #runningmotivation #runninglife #run #livebreatherun #roadrunning #roadrunner #roadrunners #trailrunning #trailrun #trailrunners #traileunnersofinstagram #runningweekend #runningretreat #adventureawaitsuk
Brilliant weekend organising a meet for the @westbury_harriers in the Peak District.
After a night of delightful home cooked food and a hearty breakfast we hit the trails around Stanage Edge.
Such good energy from the group and back in plenty of time for home baked cake and tea!
Are you part of a running club or group? Fancy a stress free weekend organised by Adventure Awaits…….Link in bio!!
#running #runningmotivation #fellrunning #fellrunners #fellrun #trailrunning #trailrun #trailrunner #trailrunners #trailrunnersofinstagram #runningclub #runningclubs #runningclubsuk #roadrunners #adventureawaitsuk
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@harrier_trail_running
Trail running tips from Adventure Awaits. We offer courses throughout the year to help you become an independent trail runner, to improve elements of your trail running or to be guided on some of the best UK trails! Loads of great events coming up in 2024 - get in touch for more Information. Adventure Awaits!
First running race in a number of years and what an absolute belter.
The Ras Pedol Peris organised by @eryri.harriers covers some technical ground with plenty of summits in Snowdonia (28km, 2600m height gain).
So good to be pushing my body in a way that you only do while racing and happy with a time of 4hrs 25mins and 23rd place overall.
For me though races are great at bringing runners together, although you are technically ‘racing’ against each other, there are always good chats and support along the way. No So good to be back!
Great results from @andywatkins_ev2 (14) and @charlotte.white_93 (6th lady) and thanks to @copa__mountaineering for checkpoint duties on top of Glyder Fawr, always nice to have a friendly face along the way!
#trailrunning #fellrunning #trailrace #fellrace #mountainrunning #mountainrun #eryriharriers #eryri #running #run #instarunners #snowdonia #runsnowdonia #adventureawaitsuk
Who fancies doing this run? One of the first trails in the Valais and an absolute belter! 50km with 3,000m height gain, majestic peaks, alpine lakes, glaciers, waterfalls, mountain passes and forests…. It has a bit of everything!
#trailrunning #trailrunninglife #running #instarun #instarunners #run #dentdumidi #mountainrunning #mountains #runfree #ultrarunning #ultrarunner #ultrarun #ultrarunninglife #runyourdreams #runningholiday #runeatrepeat #adventureawaitsuk
The simplicity of running from the valley floor to a mountain summit on your own steam fills me with immense joy. Today I got to indulge myself and do a route I have long wanted to do.
The Dents du midi is a spectacular range of 7 mountains that commands the skyline from Champery and Martigney in Switzerland, with summit names such as the Cathedral and the Fortress that give you an impression of the spectacular geology.
I had the pleasure of running up with Tom from @alpsadventures.ch and Greg, two runners training for the upcoming trail du Dents du Midi making light work of the 2000m of height gain up to the Haute Cime at 3,257m with a total of 22km for the whole route.
I even got to run down with Lloyd from @experience.champery so a top social running day!
#trailrunning #trailrun #mountainrun #heightgain #socialrun #socialrunning #runtraining #racetraining #dentsdumidi #hautecime #adventureawaitsuk #runningretreat #alpinerun #alpinerunning
The south ridge of Dent Blanche (4,357m) with spectacular views of the Matterhorn was a great route for so many reasons.
As you drive up to the sleepy village of Val d’Heren the solitary mountain is ever present on the skyline screaming to be climbed.
After a long walk in (10km with 1,700m height gain) we bivvyed just off the glacier ready for an early start and enjoyed a night under the stars.
Before the sun rose we set off tackling easy rock sections and glacial passage before the fun really started.
We took the ridge direct to enjoy the climbing on the Grandes Gendarmes which had great rock and exposed climbing (IV) just after sunrise.
This was followed by more interesting ridge climbing (III) with breathtaking views throughout all the way to the snowy summit.
In typical alpine style we got down to the hut, drank a coke and hot footed it back down the valley to enjoy a well deserved beer after another long day.
@austrian.alpine.club.uk
#dentblanche #alpineclimbing #climbing #austrianalpineclub #alps #alpsmountains #alpinestart #viewsofthematterhorn #mountaineering #4000mpeaks #adventureawaitsuk #alpinestyle #alpinist #alpinism #alpinismo
Nice to have a few days trad climbing in the Aguille Rouge picking routes that get less sun. “Don’t cry for me Argentina” is a belter of a route that is a striking line across the face. The route goes at TD 6b and although the route is never desperate there was definitely one pitch that required a steady head.
#tradisrad #tradclimbing #climbing #instaclimbing #alpineclimbing #aguillerouge #climb #climbersofinstagram #climbing_pictures_of_instagram #eurotrad #adventureawaitsuk
Long days in the high mountains make me feel alive, being face to face with nature and at her mercy knowing that it’s you against the elements and you that has to get yourself (and your partner) down safely.
Being tied onto a rope with someone else is always a risk as you are trusting the other person not to make any mistakes just as you yourself can’t but it’s also where friendships are made with shared experiences of a combined goal.
I was never bothered about climbing Mont Blanc on its own but as part of the royal traverse it felt right.
Back in 2017 I ran around Mont Blanc in the @utmbmontblanc race covering 171km with around 10,000m of height gain and now climbed to the summit at 4,809m.
#mountaineering #montblanc #climbing #summit #mountainview #alpinism #bigmountain #adventureawaitsuk #chamonix #chamonixmontblanc @refugecosmiques
What a few days traversing the mountains from les Contamines to Chamonix along the Royal Traverse.
I’ve never been much bothered about summits but love the journey or the line a route takes.
When I first saw this route in @lukedavies_outdoors revised @rockfax chamonix guide I was totally in awe and it’s great to have been able to get a weather window to make an attempt.
30km and just under 5,000m of height gain along the Dome du Mirage, Aguille du Bionassy, Dome du Goûter and Mont Blanc.
The last day saw a solid 15 hour push starting at 3am covering technical climbing at altitude along the Bionassy ridge, summiting Europe’s highest mountain and a descent down Le trois monts route where you just couldn’t switch off.
Great to have Kristians from @smallfootprint_bigadventures along for the journey.
#bigmountain #mountaintraverse #epicjourney #montblanc #bionassy #mountaineering #climbingmountains #climbingataltitude #mountainviews #mountainvista #adventureawaitsuk
Always special walking out of the Aguille du Midi through the snow tunnel and onto the exposed ridge to get you onto the Mer de Glace.
An amazing mountain view and a heart thumping initial descent with a drop down the side to Chamonix, albeit if you fell I think you would end up at the Aguille du Plan but still a long drop!
We walked down to the Pyramid du Tacul and climbed a nice route on the east ridge that had perfect solid granite that was a joy to climb.
#mountaineering #aguilledumidi #pyramidedutacul #merdeglace #climbing #tradisrad #tradclimbing #alpineclimbing #adventureawaitsuk #earlystart #alpinestart
A day on the Aguille Rouges climbing on some pristine rock, in the sun for the most part albeit we were shrouded by clouds for longer than expected.
Heading up high to do a couple of routes tomorrow so be interesting to see how the lungs cope climbing at altitude. Higher and higher we go!
#climbing #multipitch #multipitchclimbing #chamonix #chamonixmontblanc #climb #climbing_pictures_of_instagram #climbing_worldwide #adventureawaitsuk
Making the most of a break in the bad weather with a quick run to the Refuge Albert at a height 2,720m. Would of been good to get higher to help with acclimatisation but it’s always worth watching the weather and making decisions based on it.
It’s great to be back in the Alps and excited about having some proper adventures in the next few weeks.
#trailrunning #mountainrunning #mountainrunner #mountainrun #trailrun #acclimatisation #acclimatisationday #chamonixrunning #chamonix #chamonixmontblanc
Climbing at Gogarth never disappoints, amazing positions above the sea and beautiful quartzite to make shapes as you climb. Today we choose a girdle or traverse of main wall going through some impressive parts of the cliff.
Been spending a lot of time running this year and climbing has taken a back seat but that’s about to change with a trip to the alps.
#adventureclimbing #tradclimbing #tradisrad #climbing #gogarth #gogarthclimbing #gogarthcliff #northwalesclimbing #instaclimbers #adventureawaitsuk
Sideways wind at 50mph and driving rain that stung your legs was the call of the day for returning client Russ this week.
The aim was to get some experience of scrambling or sky running as it is termed when combined with running. Even with the horrible conditions we got to take in a classic grade 1 scramble tucked away from wet conditions and ran 12 miles with 1,200m height gain.
Having mountain knowledge, being able to use a map and good planning does mean you can get out no matter what the Welsh summer throws at us….. as long as your keen!!
#skyrunninguk #skyrunning #scrambling #trailrunning #trailrun #trailrunner #trailrunnersofinstagram #wetsummer #getoutside #adventureawaitsuk
Such a pleasure to guide @esther.poirier around Snowdonia national park over the last three days.
Coming from Canada Esther wanted to see the mountains of Snowdonia and there is no better way to see them than on foot.
We scrambled over Tryfan, ran with the Carneddau ponies, looked at the beautiful wild flowers, dodged the showers, trekked through ancient woodland and went on an adventure in the slate quarries.
It’s amazing what you can pack into a few days!
#trailrunning #snowdoniatrails #summittrails #scramblingrocks #scrambling #skyrunning #fellrunning #trailrun #runsnowdonia #adventureawaitsuk #running #runningcommunity #runningmotivation #runningmom #getoutside #getoutsideandexplore #activeholiday #runinsnowdonia
The Cuillin Ridge on the Isle of Skye - a 12km ridge on every mountaineers tick list. Sections of climbing, captivating scrambling, 4,000m of height gain, an overnight bivy, abseils and so much more. It’s a route where you can’t switch off so the mental strain in addition to the physical strain makes for a tough two days.
My team of 4 did amazingly well, putting in a massive amount of effort and not giving up. The success boils down to the team prepping so well with a couple of weekends in north Wales learning all the skills while building confidence and moving confidently on technical terrain.
Have you got ambitions to climb the Cuillin ridge one day? Adventure Awaits can help - DM for details.
@ami_professionals
@austrian.alpine.club.uk
#cuillinridge #scramblingrocks #climbing #climbinginspiration #isleofskye #skye #cuillintraverse #cuillins #cuillinsmountainrange #bivy #bivvylife #adventureawaitsuk #mountains #mountaineering #mountainchallenge
Running the Cuillin ridge on the Isle of Skye, technical running throughout and a good bit of climbing. What an incredible day.
#skyrunning #skyerunningtours #trailrunning #fellrunning #mountainrunning #mountainrunner #scrambling #cuillinridge #cuillins #isleofskye #adventureawaitsuk
Living in the Ogwen valley, the mountains are so accessible and consistently deliver spectacular days.
After living in north wales for over 4 years I’m still finding ridges and scrambles I’ve still not done!
This is one that had spectacular views, in an alpine setting and not a sole to be seen all day except @megan_hine which is not a bad thing!
#scrambling #scramblingrocks #mountainrunning #skyrunning #runninginwales #runninginsnowdonia #microadventures #outdooradventures #getintotheoutthere #getoutside
@nitewatches
With summer finally here, it’s a time to get in the mountains and have an adventure.
We offer quality trail running, scrambling, climbing, hiking and other outdoor experiences.
From complete beginner to pushing yourself further Adventure Awaits you.
Dates available at the end of June and July!
Link in bio to website 🔝
#climbing #trailrunning #skyrunning #climbingguide #runningguide #getoutside #adventureawaitsyou #adventureawaitsuk #hiking #trekking #scrambling #scramblingrocks #mountaintime #mountains #mountainlovers #eryri #snowdonia #climbingcourse #navigationcourse #runningclub
Climbing in the pass with @megan_hine yesterday enjoying the continued warm weather we are experiencing at the moment.
Feel so fortunate to live in a place where there is so much quality climbing on your doorstep.
#climbing #llanberispass #climbinginspiration #climbinglife #tradisrad #tradclimbing #northwalesclimbing #adventureawaitsuk
The Paddy Buckley round, a gruelling 61 mile route with 8,500m of height gain going over 47 tops.
Yesterday I had the pleasure of getting out with @townendgeorgia as she attempted the full round.
We started in Capel Curig and ran for 8 hours over 16 tops in the unrelenting sun before Georgie decided that it wasn’t going to happen this time.
It’s the hardest of the three “big rounds” and getting to the position of being able to make an attempt is no small undertaking in itself. Recce’s, long runs, hill training, logistic organisation, more hill training and then some more!
Everything needs to align on the day, the weather, your body and the support you’ve organised. Unfortunately everything didn’t line up this time but still a fantastic day in the mountains and great learning for the next time!
If you are training for or want to recce one of the legs of the round or indeed need support on an attempt Adventure Awaits can help, link in bio.
#paddybuckleyround #paddybuckley #big3rounds #mountainchallenge #fellrunning #mountainrunning #runningmotivation #ultrarunning #ultrarun #adventureawaitsuk
Preparation for the Cuillin ridge with a great bunch of men that have turned their lives around for the better. Such positive vibes from all as we did a big scrambling link up in the Ogwen Valley.
The outdoors is a great tool for bringing people together and it’s exciting to be heading out in a couple of weeks to the beautiful Isle of Skye to climb the coveted mountaineers challenge that is the Cuillin ridge.
Thanks @jt_expeditions for helping out 🤙
@ami_professionals
#scrambling #scramblingrocks #ogwenvalley #outdoortherapy #overcomeobstacles #mountainclimbing #mountains #snowdonia #adventureawaitsuk
2023 edition of the Welsh 3000’s - could not of asked for better weather or a better team. Thanks @copa__mountaineering and @beth.sc0tt
#welsh3000s #fellrunning #fellrun #mountainchallenge #running #runningmotivation #run #snowdoniarunning #snowdonia #adventureawaitsuk
What an incredible weekend retreat with wonderful people here in the stunning Snowdonia National park. Beautiful walks, wild swims, fine food, relaxation and first class yoga from @oneyogalondon
We are excited about finalising details for more retreats in the future….. watch this space!
Great photos as always from @jamesaustrums
#yoga #yogaretreat #relaxation #wildwalk #wildswimming #wildswimminguk #relaxation #relax #retreat #walking #snowdonia #snowdonianationalpark #adventureawaitsuk
Busy week doing the final preparations for this weekends yoga retreat but managed to sneak out for a climb with @prideexpeditions and @moreadventureuk in Llanberis pass. Always fun climbing as a 3 as you get loads of opportunities to have a good catch up and take some nice photos! Looking forward to a summer of climbing and running ahead!
#climbing #tradclimbing #tradclimb #llanberispass #llanberispassclimbing #tradisrad #instaclimbing #instaclimb #adventureawaitsuk
Another team getting in some much needed height gain ready for an ultra race in a couple of weeks.
We ran 30km with 2,700m of height gain which is a big day by anyone’s standards and a great confidence boost for all concerned.
Looking forward to following the dots of all the runners I’ve helped out this year on their journey to the finish of @ultratrailsnowdonia
#ultratrailsnowdonia #ultrarunning #uktrarunner #ultraruntraining #mountainrunning #heightgain #fellrunning #fellrunner #fellrun #running #runningmotivation #runrunrun #inov8worldrun #adventureawaits
Guided running for Kyle in Snowdonia on Monday and the return of winter on the tops with snow and cold conditions.
Kyle has been running road marathons and is building up his trail and mountain experience for future events. It’s great seeing his improvements moving over technical terrain and his confidence growing!
#trailrunning #skyrunninguk #trailrun #guidedtrailruns #runcoaching #fellrunning #mountainrunner #mountainrunning #ultrarunning #ultrarunner #ultrarunners #ultrarunnersofinstagram #instarunners #adventureawaitsuk
Running with international athlete Vanessa Wong visiting from Hong Kong doing a recce of the Ultra Trail Snowdonia, a beautifully brutal ultra in the depths of the National Park in Wales.
It has some serious height gain and a lot of technical running. Recce’s are essential in my mind for a successful race - the psychological advantage of knowing every twist and turn, each up and the technical downs will give Vanessa a good shot on the 13th May.
Adventure Awaits organises events like the Welsh 3000’s, guides individuals and groups running in the mountains, provides running retreats for clubs and groups, runs courses on navigation and trail running skills as well as helping those looking to get into Skyrunning out on those ridge lines!
Anything running related please do check out our website that you can find in the bio or send me a message for more information .
This years @ultratrailsnowdonia 50km course has had a major change in its direction and an alteration of the route - both runs so much better for it and is safer for the runners. Good work team!
#ultra #ultratrailsnowdonia #ultrarunning #racerecce #running #trailrunning #mountainrunning #mountainrunner #hongkong #hongkongrunning #hongkongrunners #instarunners #instarun #internationalrunner #fellrunning #skyrunninguk #skyrunning #skyrunners #skyrunner #adventureawaitsuk
Enjoying the new beanie from @rootedoceansupplyco while bouldering on the Llyn Peninsula close to the sea. The company design, source and build gear in Cornwall and desire to be as sustainable as possible.
Last month I sat down and talked to the company about my love of the mountains, Adventure Awaits, Mountain Rescue and much more.
You can find a link to the article in my profile…..enjoy!
📸 @megan_hine
#sustainablefashion #sustainableclothing #bouldering #climbing #llynpeninsula #bouldering_pictures_of_instagram #boulderinguk #adventureawaitsuk
High above the sea climbing at one of UK’s premiere venues yesterday with @richuk303
Opened the trad season with an ascent of Resolution Direct (E2,5b) on Gogarths main wall - steep, sustained climbing throughout that engaged the mind.
@plasybreninofficial @mountainequipment
#tradclimbing #climbing #gogarth #seascliffclimbing #tradisrad #multipitch #climb #climber #climberlife #climbing_is_my_passion #climbing_pictures_of_instagram #climbinginspiration #adventureawaitsuk
Last month I was made a full member of Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team after a year of training and getting to grips with local rescues.
It's a huge honour to be part of a good group of local individuals, from all walks of life, who voluntarily go out in all conditions to help those in distress regardless of the cause.
Mountain Rescue team members are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and funded entirely by donations by the public to carry out essential life-saving rescue service. If you would like to make a donation you can visit the link in my bio.
Thanks @jethro_kiernan for a great photo taken in Scotland during the teams winter training.
@llanberismountainrescue
@austrian.alpine.club.uk
@ami_professionals
@rab.equipment
@blackdiamond
#mountainrescue #llanberis #snowdon #rescue #rescueclub #climbing #moutains #trekking #cribgoch #yrwyddfa #eryri #snowdonianationalpark #voluntarywork #adventureawaitsuk
Just a few places left on our Snowdonia retreat, May 5th -7th 2023, blending activities in nature with yoga practice.
Fully catered vegetarian / vegan food, expert local guides and first class yoga from @oneyogalondon
More details and information to book can be found by following the link in my bio.
#yogaretreat #runningretreat #naturebreak #outdoorgym #boostwellbeing #yoga #yogainspiration #adventureawaitsuk #running #runningmotivation #instarunners #instayoga
Running alone scrambling up technical rock faces with nothing but the sun on my face and wind in my hair. Feel very fortunate to have this literally on my doorstep, a classic grade 3 scramble in the Atlantic Slabs topping out onto the Glyderau plateau.
Summer is just around the corner and looking forward to more runs like this, more time in the mountains and more time exploring.
#skyrunning #running #trailrunning #trailrunner #skyrunninguk #skyrunner #skyrun #skyrunners #moutainrunning #runningmotivation #runninglife #runningcommunity #adventureawaitsuk
Time to reflect to appreciate an incredible few weeks in the artic circle as the journey home starts. It’s been a great experience travelling light, carrying everything on our backs and being self sufficient in what can be a harsh environment.
Journeys using your own strength, endurance, skills and experience are so enjoyable. It’s you and your partner to move forward, to push further, to make decisions and keep healthy with no external input or help.
It’s also a time where I think what I’d change, what I’d do differently and improvements for future expeditions and is so important to continually develop and become better in these environments.
My focus is returning to home where I’m excited to be back guiding and teaching in Snowdonia, being active with @llanberismountainrescue personal training and starting to plan the next big adventure.
📸 @megan_hine enjoying the views across the snow plateaus
#adventureawaitsuk #skitouring #nordicskiing #nordicadventure #sweden #lapland #kungsleden #winterskills #coldclimate #winterview #moutainlovers #mountainjourney
Deep in the Artic circle these last two weeks have been insane. Breathtaking views as we travelled south 300km through stunning landscapes. We have stayed in huts, bivied in -30 temperatures and even found refuge in the basement of a church as a storm dumped snow. We have skied over mountain passes, through ancient birch forests, along deep valleys and across mountain plateaus. We have been lucky to see a spectacular northern lights, a beaver in the wild, wonderful sunrises and sunsets while meeting some fellow kindred spirits along the way.
Delving into the wilderness with no phone reception and everything you need in your backpack is a liberating experience. Your focus is on moving safely through the mountains, keeping hydrated, nourished and looking after your body and your equipment. Tweaking your layers so you don’t add moisture to your clothing that will then freeze and enjoying the cold wind as you break trail in knee deep powder.
@megan_hine breaking trail across a frozen lake today an amazing adventure partner - resilient, psyched, always getting stuck into what ever needs to be done and great company. Always looking forward to the next adventure lady!
#drone #dronephotography #kungsleden #skitouring #nordicskiing #sweden #lapland #stf #austrianalpineclub #articcircle #adventureawaitsuk
@klattermusen @amundsensports @patagonia @canadagoose @nitewatches
Stunning scenery across frozen lakes with cool ice formations.
The temperature is staying low which makes for some great Nordic skiing conditions but cold cold nights when we are having to bivy.
The next stage of the route involves a lot of wild nights out in the open in -20 conditions……..
……..Here we go!!!
#shiverbivy #coldnights #kungsleden #kungsledenwinter #nordicskiing #adventureawaitsuk
On and on south through the heart of a ping pong ball for 36 hours, white out conditions and strong winds high up.
The landscape feels barren as you pass birch trees devoid of leaves, waiting for the warmth of the spring. Are we skiing up, moving sideways or completely stationary, it’s hard to tell!
Barks can be heard in the distance and a shadow moves towards you until they are close enough to see the features of a dog sled team moving across the snow, the dogs loving the chase.
Black and white photos lend themselves so well to this conditions and capture an essence of what we have experienced.
The route becomes more remote for 100km and less mountainous, still within the artic circle the cold forecast means hope to make good progress over the next section.
#sleddog #kungsleden #nordicskiing #skitouring #blackandwhitephotography #winterwonderland #snowscape #sweden #lapland #whiteout #adventureawaitsuk
Kungsleden winter traverse, a near 500km journey from Abisko in the far north of Sweden deep in the artic circle. We have gone through ancient woodlands, high mountain passes, through wide open valleys and across frozen lakes.
Spirits are high and looking forward to making a video of the trip. Here’s a couple of bits of footage as a teaser! Watch this space!
@megan_hine
#kungsleden
Many animals, like the Moose, follow each others tracks while moving in the snow to save energy that helps them survive in harsh environments.
Taking a line South from within the artic circle through the Lapland mountain world we do the same.
Sweden has offered so much already and with only 130km travelled so far I am super excited to see what else we shall see on our journey.
📸 @megan_hine putting in the fresh trail through the forest floor.
#kungsleden #nordicskiing #blackandwhitephotography #crosscountryskiing #nordicinspiration #snow #forestmagic #articcircle #sweden #adventureawaitsuk
One of the nicest parts of my work is developing people and helping work towards some of their ambitions.
Kyle was looking for a weekend of Skyrunning, navigation and vertical ascent in Snowdonia to prep for his upcoming Ultra Trail Snowdonia 100k race. Although the race itself doesn’t have scrambling Kyle has ambitions for big races in the Alps so it fitted well and a great way to knock up some vertical metres.
Adventure Awaits runs private and bespoke running days for individuals and groups including running clubs. Links are in the bio to see what we do, our website and links to an exciting retreat in May.
#skyrunning #skyrunner #skyrun #trailrunning #trailrun #moutainrunning #snowdoniarunning #runsnowdonia #adventureawaitsuk #runningretreat #scrambling #scramblingrocks
Couple of days in the mountains with @thelonedistancerunner a returning client who is training for the classic 24 hour fell challenge that is the Bob Graham later this year.
Her main focus was height gain on the first day and learning navigation on the second to make her more confident in the mountains.
With nearly 3,000m of height gain and a tool box full of tricks and tips for navigation it’s going to be exciting to see where it takes her.
Fancy becoming an independent runner in the mountains, want to brush up on navigation skills or simply want to be guided in the mountains?
Adventure Awaits is here to help, just get in contact or check the website out in the bio. 🔝
#runningskills #navigation #navigationcourses #trailrunning #trailrun #running #runningcommunity #runningmotivation #mountainskills #mountains #adventureawaitsuk
30 miles, 4,000m of height gain and 15 mountains. Are you up for this running challenge?
LINK IN BIO 🔝
#welsh3000s #trailrunning #trailrun #running #instarunners #mountainrunning #skyrunning #runningchallenge #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runnersofinstagram #runners_of_insta #adventureawaitsuk
Winter climbing on Ben Nevis always ends up being a big day out, a long walk in, routes that keep on going, navigation on the summit plateau and an involved descent down a steep gulley.
But it’s always special swinging my axes on this mountain and meeting new people along the way.
📸 Cresta Direct IV,4
#iceclimbing #winterclimbing #scottishwinterclimbing #scottishmountains #iceclimbingimages #winterclimbs #mountaineering #adventureawaitsuk
Couple of days with @llanberismountainrescue practicing all things winter in Scotland.
Tough conditions with rain all the way to the summits but team spirits never wained!
The Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team is a fully voluntary organisation who respond to those in need on Snowdon and the surrounding mountains. The Team is on-call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and relies entirely on donations from members of the public to carry out this essential life-saving rescue service.
@mountainequipment
#winterskills #winterready
#mountainrescue #keeplearning #winteressentials #adventureawaitsuk
Heading up from the valley floor shrouded in cloud the visibility was low and the mornings plan was looking less likely.
Climbing higher and higher up the mountain slowly small patches of lighter sky appeared above our heads.
Skinning through fresh snow still heading up we finally emerge above the clouds witnessing a beautiful cloud inversion, thankful for the efforts of the morning, not just earning our turns but witnessing spectacular views.
Cloud inversions are a beautiful phenomenon where the air in the valley is colder and gets trapped by warmer air on the summits of mountains.
For me seeing such cloud formations I always think that this is how the mountains would of looked like during the last glaciation that ended some 22,000 years ago and gets me excited for more adventures in the mountains to come!
Great day with Kristian and hopefully a start of many adventures with him in the future.
@smallfootprint_bigadventures
#splitboard #splitboarding #splitboardingistheanswer #skitouring #skitour #skitouren #cloudinversion #mountains #mountainsarecalling #alps #alpsmountains #adventureawaitsuk
As much as I enjoy training and developing others in the mountains it’s important to make time to develop myself and practice old skills.
Last week was spent in the Alps learning more about avalanches and snow while getting to practice using and teaching the all important transceiver, shovel and probe.
It was also an opportunity to make some new friends along the way and explore the Swiss alps on snowshoes. It’s not my favourite mode of transport in the mountains but I can see the appeal when the skies are blue and there are plenty of animal tracks to hunt through the forests!
#baiml #iml #snowshoe #swizzalps #animaltracks #keeplearning #raquette #mountainwalking #snowshoeing #adventureawaitsuk
@islawormald @smallfootprint_bigadventures @lazzarino46 @adventure_scottie @tinkadventures
Running and Yoga retreat in the heart of Snowdonia National Park.
- 2 days running with a guide ins running scenery
- Yoga sessions pre and post run for stretching, improving flexibility and relaxation
- comfortable accommodation set amongst the mountains
- fully catered for the whole weekend
- time to relax and recharge
Excited to be collaborating with @oneyogalondon to bring this retreat to life.
Follow link in bio for more details
#running #trailrunning #runningretreat #yogaretreat #snowdoniaretreat #runnersofinstagram #runners #snowdoniarunning #runsnowdonia #adventureawaitsuk
Having a goal is a powerful force, it drives you forward giving you focus, it provides direction, motivation, inspiration while making you assess where your are at and address any gaps in your skill set.
No matter how big the goal, break it down into smaller parts, make a plan and put your heart and soul into it and one day that goal, that dream will be realised.
Pleasure to be out with @megan_hine supporting @5_twenty_ in Snowdonia working towards his true north project. Looking forward to filling some of those gaps in the future!
📸 @ben_j_blight
@ami_professionals
#mountainer #mountaineering #dreambig #snowdonia #realiseyourdreams #goalsetting #inspiration #adventureawaitsuk
Reflecting on 2022 has brought a big smile to my face, so many highlights that I can’t believe it’s only been in the last year!
Splitboarding in France, crack climbing in fairhead, learning to paraglide, sea stack and Scotland adventures, Mongolia magic and Jordan climbing.
Super excited to see what 2023 holds in store and what new places there are to explore.
📸 @megan_hine in Mongolia, someone I am psyched to explore so much more with.
#adventureawaitsuk #adventure #exploremore #explore #2022recap #mongolia #fairhead #climbing #tradisrad #jordan #scottishclimbing #cuillinridge #seastack
After a month working away it’s been great to come back to North Wales and jump back into exploring beneath the ground.
Caving in the past hadn’t appealed but descending old mine networks and seeing the inside of mountains is fascinating. The colours of the copper mine were breathtaking and stalactites made of rust (called a rusticle) just mind boggling.
Thanks @duncan_hine for showing the way and great photos from @megan_hine
#caving #cavingadventure #coppermine #deepbelow #cavingadventures #cavingexperience #adventureawaitsuk
Reflecting on a great trip out in Jordan the highlights were definitely of sleeping under the stars in the desert and on the summits after following the traditional Bedouin routes.
Sat by a fire watching the world go by imagining the lives of the hunters that had used these routes to hunt ibis all those years ago.
Looking forward to spending more time by open fires in 2023 connecting with nature and working on a new project with @megan_hine - can’t wait!!
#openfire #openfirecooking #stargazing #nightunderthestars #nightphotography #nightunderthesky #wildcamping #openfirecooking #openfire #connectwithnature #adventureawaitsuk
The Bedouin have long climbed the awe inspiring sandstone mountains around Wadi Rum. So much pleasure in following their footsteps and retracing some of these significant routes.
#bedouin #bedouinroutes #normadic #wadirum #scrambling #jordan #adventureawaitsuk
A typical “walk in” for Wadi Rum - traversing across slabs on the side of huge mountains following in the footsteps of the Bedouin hunters from years gone by.
#wadirum #bedouin #bedouinroute #normadic #climbingtrip #adventureawaitsuk
Another super impressive route on impeccable rock in the Wadi Rum. Climbing above the town oozes atmosphere as the call for prayer blasts from speakers during the day echoing beautifully through the canyons. “Flight of Fancy” 6b (french) E2 5b.
#climbing #climbinginspiration #climbworldwide #tradisrad #tradclimbing #wadirum #wadirumclimbing #wadirumclimbingguide #austrianalpineclub #ami_professionals #adventureawaitsuk
“The Beauty” - this route will stand out from this trip and it’s only the second route. Pure quality where just the walk in is just mesmerising getting lost in the numerous canyons. The route high on the mountain side delivers quality layback, crack and face climbing at E1 5b/c.
#climbing #crackclimbing #instaclimber #wadirum #wadirumjordan #tradisrad #tradclimbing #adventureawaitsuk #climbinglife #climbinginspiration
First full day in Jordan on the cliffs that rise from the desert floor. Stunning location to be climbing the sandstone cathedrals rising to the sky.
Warmed up and got into the flow on “black beauty” (300m, D+ / 5+)
#tradclimbing #tradisrad #wadirumjordan #wadirumdesert #wadirumclimbing #climbing #sandstoneclimbing
Always a pleasure introducing people to the delights of Skyrunning in Snowdonia National Park. Running and scrambling in beautiful surroundings enjoying feeling natures force on our bodies.
Skyrunning is a growing form of running that anyone that doesn’t mind a bit of exposure should try.
#skyrunning #skyrunninguk #skyrun #skyrunners #trailrunning #trailrunuk #trailrunninguk #trailrunsnowdonia #fellrunner #scrambling #runclimb #adventureawaitsuk
Back out running in the Welsh mountains after an intense week of training and developing myself. Autumnal colours and the low sun make for impressive views that are worth savouring!
Great to be back out with @megan_hine doing what we love.
#mountainsofinstagram #mountains #trailrunning #fellrunning #mountainlife #running #runningmotivation #instarunners #adventureawaitsuk
Continuing to develop and learn starting the next step in my outdoor career on the International Mountain Leader course @plasybreninofficial - nice to network with people from a variety of backgrounds all with a common goal. Exciting to be spending more times in the alps getting ready for the first of two four day assessments.
@themountainleader
#iml #internationalmountainleader #baiml #internationaltreks #hiketheworld #keeplearning #keeplearningkeepgrowing #adventureawaitsuk
What a weekend with the #westburyharriers running in the shadow of Snowdon.
This is the second retreat that the running club has been on with us. Trails in the mountains, wild swimming, yoga, good home cooked food and smiles all around. We take the stress out of running meets for running clubs or groups so all you have to do is enjoy the weekend!
If your part of a club or group and want to organise a meet for 2023, get in touch via DM.
#runningclub #runningclubs #runningclubmeet #trailrunning #roadrunners #trailrun #fellrunning #adventureawaitsuk #runningclubretreat #getoutside #autumnrun #grouprun #grouprunning
Westbury Harriers running club retreat in the beautiful north Wales. The running club was guided on one of my favourite routes through the Cripiau, refreshed by swimming in Llyn Padarn and treated to yoga with @nalini_yoga_ to stretch those muscles out. Great to host 17 runners from Bristol in my home mountains.
Are you part of a running club and want a social running retreat for your club? Adventure Awaits organises everything so all you need to do is turn up and enjoy the running! DM for more details.
@dansummersrunning
@copa__mountaineering
#westburyharriers #runningclub #runningclubretreat
#runningretreat #runningretreats #runningandyoga #runningmotivation #runningcommunity #runnersofinstagram #running #run #trailrunning #trailrun #trailrunner #adventureawaitsuk
It’s rare I post photos of me on Instagram. Here I am, doing what I do - working, teaching and guiding climbing on some of the best sea cliffs in the UK.
Most of the time I want to take photos of others, capture those moments in the mountains that remind folk of how special they are and what they have achieved…..
It’s also been a massive way to deflect my lack of self esteem, the poor confidence I sometimes (more often than not) have in my abilities, that awful feeling of being an imposter and not believing in the positive feedback I receive time and time again.
I’m not sure what’s changed in the last few months….maybe I’m at that age where I’ve stopped caring what other people think…… maybe it’s because people that I am lucky enough to have around me support and believe in me that has made a difference…. but something has changed.
This week I felt privileged and honoured to be asked to work for @britisharmy and progress two of their mountaineering club on an expedition to the remote Island of Lundy.
We climbed some of the classic lines such as devils slide and diamond solitaire, recapped and consolidated all important skills and took massive leaps towards their climbing goals.
There is a quote that says ‘believe in yourself and the rest will follow’ - I feel that after 40 years I’ve started!
@ami_professionals
#climbing_pictures_of_instagram #britisharmy #tradclimbing #tradisrad #climbing #lundyisland #selflove #believeinyourself #adventureawaitsuk
Sea stacks are always an adventure and the pinnacle on Lundy island delivered. After an 85m abseil to the sea floor we hopped and weaved our way across a greasy boulder field before arriving at the base of the stack for low tide.
With the sea’s waves crashing nearby and booms heard as the power of the water pushed it self through blow holes we geared up.
The route was moist to say the least, super atmospheric but a joy to climb. After abseiling back down it was now a race against the tides to get back to our descent line and climb out just as the rain started.
Lundy is a special place and the climbing is so good, if you’ve not been you should definitely get it on your ‘must go’ list!
@ami_professionals
#lundyisland #climbing #tradisrad #tradclimbing #climbing #adventureawaitsuk
Work at its finest - guiding on the beautiful granite cliffs of Lundy Island.
Yesterday after getting the ferry we did a thorough recap of vital sea cliff climbing skills before launching, today, into the 117m Devils Slide (HS) and enjoying one of its neighbours - Albion (VS), a fantastic awkward layback crack up the slab.
@ami_professionals
#tradclimbing #tradisrad #climbing #climbingphotography #climbersofinstagram #climber #lundyisland #lundyclimbing #adventureawaitsuk
From mountains of snow to mountains of sand in the Gobi desert. Quite the contrast not just in scenery but also the temperatures. It’s great having the time to appreciate the views and watch the fascinating nature as we travel around Mongolia.
📸 @megan_hine enjoying the views
#downtime #sanddunes #gobidesert #desert #mongolia #mongoliatravel #adventureawaitsuk
Last of the climbs in the Altai range and by far the best route of the trip.
From Base Camp we could see a ridge leading to an unnamed peak 3763m. We knew this had been climbed before but reversed from the top and so we made plans to continue the traverse leading to the 4,000m peak of Burged.
Another early start to get us across the glacier led to some enjoyable grade 1 scrambling on typically loose Mongolian granite for 600m. After that it was time to don the crampons and ice axe and work our way past a hanging serac the size of a sky scraper and around crevasses at 4,000m which I had the displeasure of falling into one of.
The weather was unseasonably warm and after reaching the summit we took the normal route up the mountain in reverse, constantly analysing and making decisions on a snowpack whose thin top layer was not bonded at all to the snow pack. Hugging the rocks we descended without incident and spent longer than we would of liked getting back to base camp as mere trickles on the glacier this morning were now torrents of water that made passing them tricky.
Was it a new route? Who knows and to be honest who cares, Just another great mountaineering day in Mongolia with @megan_hine
#mountaineering #mountains #alpineclimbing #alpineclimbingtrip #ridgeclimbing #mongoliaclimbing #climbmongolia #travelmongolia #gethighonlife #adventureawaitsuk
This time of year always makes me reminisce about one of the greatest 37 hours of my life.
Running the prestigious @utmbmontblanc race with 100+ mile course over an amazing 9,000+m height gain traveling through France, Italy and Switzerland.
The reason I wanted to do the race was because of @kilianjornet after watching his summits of my life film.
Super stoked for the @nnormal_official supreme athlete and someone that has inspired me for so many years to break the 20 hour barrier!! Insane!!!! Massive congrats!!!!
#blownaway #utmb #utmb2022 #trailrunning #trailrunner #longdistancerunning #ultrarunning #ultrarunner #adventureawaitsuk
Quick video edit of an amazing day in the Altai Mountains in Mongolia, covering 40km on snow and ice with 2,100m of height gain including three 4,000m peaks.
This route was not technically challenging for myself and @megan_hine but big days on big mountains still take it out of you especially when you are on the go for 15 hours.
There is so much potential in the Altai Mountains with such great possibilities for ski touring in the spring. My mind is awash with future possibilities and expeditions in this region.
🎵 @camokrooked - if you don’t know them check them out!
#altaimountains #4000mpeaks #mountaineering #mountaineeringlife #dreamingofwinter #mountains #mountainsofmylife #mountainsarecalling #mongolia #mongoliatravel #mongoliatrip #climbaltaimountain #adventureawaitsuk
Alpenglow, the golden hour, sunrise… that time when I feel so connected with the mountains and nature. The extreme darkness is broken with faint hues of pinks appearing on distant ridge lines, as the earth rotates these are followed by growing oranges and finally an intense gold as the sun appears on the horizon bringing much needed warmth to our feet and hands.
Big day in the mountains covering 40km with over 2,000m of height gain, three 4,000m peaks including Mongolians highest peak Khuitin Uul (4,374m) with a 14 hour push.
Had to dig deep during the final summit breaking trail through fresh powder with our bodies not quite being fully acclimatised. Not a technically challenging day but a great day enjoying views across China and Russia and dreaming up big plans for the future.
Couldn’t of asked for a better companion in the mountains than @megan_hine , always keen for the big days that I love so much.
@austrianalpineclub @patagonia
#mongolia #alpenglow #goldenhour #sunrise #sunrisephotography #mountaineering #exploring #acclimatisation #dreamingofmountains #glacier #altaimountains #mountainscape #expedition #adventureawaitsuk
First full day in the Altai mountains of Mongolia giving us a chance to get acclimatised and explore the north face of unnamed peak (3884m). After a long crossing of the Potaniin glacier, zig zagging our way through we took time to choose our route up the face.
Setting off fast up the initial couloir to avoid the dangers of falling rocks we were able to ease into a good rhythm on the upper slopes enjoying the process of moving up the mountain.
After the summit we descended via a broken granite arete on the west face until we could escape down onto easy angled snow slopes back to the glacier.
Great being on an expedition with @megan_hine and exploring remote mountains in a stunning part of Mongolia.
#mongolia #mountaineering #exploring #acclimatisation #dreamingofmountains #glacier #altaimountains #mountainscape #expedition #adventureawaitsuk
Walking into big mountains at the start of an expedition is always a bag of mixed emotions - excitement of what lies ahead, nervousness of the unknown, fear that you have missed something important in your planning.
Sat at our basecamp staring longingly at the mountains we hope to climb, it is all forgotten.
The sheer scale, vastness and remoteness, the sublime quiet, the birds of prey flying above searching out their next meal has a magical feel to it and puts everything into perspective.
Now it is time to explore new mountains, the mountains of the Altai in Mongolia.
📸 journey to basecamp with @megan_hine and brewing of delicious yak milk vodka in a local ger.
#expedition #mogoliaexpedition #mountainscape #altaimountains #altai #mountaineering #austrianalpineclub #exploremore #adventureawaitsuk
Working on Crib Goch over the weekend battling the soaring heat in Snowdonia National Park. The views over the park and out to sea were insane and thankfully took the clients minds off of the precipitous drops along the ridge.
@largeoutdoors
#scrambling #cribgoch #ami_professionals #hiking #hikinguk #trekking #trekuk #adventureawaitsuk
Snowdonia at its finest this weekend getting @kellygibson666 ready for the Ring of Steall in September.
Over two days we packed in some pole technique, basic map reading, technical terrain including exposure with 4 grade 1 scramble over 30km with a leg burning 2000m of height gain.
No matter what race you are preparing for or if you just want to brush up on skills or even just be guided in the mountains @adventure_awaits_uk is here to help. DM for more details.
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Certainly a day of two halves yesterday waking up inside a cloud in the morning where visibility was reduced to a few metres in the village to an afternoon of sun and views across the mountains. Good to be in my happy place allowing my mind to wander and dream of future plans and possibilities.
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Wen zawn is such a magical location to climb in. Impeccable rock rearing up from the sea passing through holes, up chimneys, along slabs and across roofs Concrete Chimney (HVS, 5b) delivered in fine summer conditions.
📸 @mountexpeds climbing the second pitch and myself traversing over the void on the third. Mega!!
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The Cuillin Ridge on the Isle of Skye is such a magical place. 12 Munroes linked by a technical 12km ridge where you ascend over 3,000m of height gain just along the ridge, there is the small frat of getting to the start and getting off the ridge at the end!)
With a very un-alpine start of 9am from the valley floor, moving fast and efficiently over the technical ground all day felt amazing. Physical tiredness was not an issue but pushing the mind on what is a mentally demanding day where there are very few times you can switch off, certainly got tiring towards the end.
Was so nice to share a one day traverse with @megan_hine in near perfect conditions throughout.
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Ken Wilson compiled a list of classic rock climbs that is nothing other than a celebration of Britains best climbing. The book was originally published in 1978 and the routes are still as worthwhile now as they were back then.
The Cioch Nose is one of the climbs on the list in the highlands and was a super fun route on sandstone in a beautiful setting with deer running in the Glen below.
📸 @megan_hine on the lead confidently climbing another classic line.
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Back from a week in Scotland where plans were ever evolving as the weather changed on a daily, nay hourly basis. There was a lot of pouring over multiple weather reports, looking at maps, guide books and the internet but in the end it was all worth it with so much packed in.
There wasn’t much time to pour over photos and so this week there will be photos from all over Scotland with the ever psyched and great adventurer @megan_hine - first stop the old man of Stoer.
Scotlands beautiful rugged coastline in the highlands is home to the old man of Stoer, a 65m sea stack an hour north of Ullapool. I’ve wanted to climb a sea stack for many years and the day finally came. There is a bit of everything to enjoy with the coastal walk in, a Tyrollean traverse, super greasy first pitch where it felt like I was “off” every inch of the way, dry sandstone cracks to get amongst in the upper reaches and a great abseil back down with just enough rope to plop back down to the sea platform.
One week wasn’t enough time to even scratch the surface of what Scotland has to offer but it was a week to remember!
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