Next few days: Into the Caingorn Mountains (Kingussie to Braemar)
I’m writing this from the plush comfort of a real bed in Kingussie. The past few days gave been long and hard but have been worth the reward. The scenery is stunning and keeps changing. We’ve been through at least three distinct climates so far with more on the way.
As Brett noticed there are lots if sheep around right now. We’re in the middle of lambing season and the little lambs are super cute. There must me more sheep than people right now.
My favorite day so far was the hike from Ft Augustus over the Carriairick pass. Very windy with great views over Loch Ness.
Today we head into the Caingorns for two nights of wild camping and will arrive in Breamar for a big TGO gathering on Saturday. Mileage for the next three days is much easier at ~15km per day 🙂
We’ll likely be out of cellphone range until Saturday so just follow the blueline and keep thinking goo thought to keep this great weather going…
Lynn, watch Nigel with the sheep.
I’m sure there was a tale or two involving them when he was at Uni!!!
Glad the trek’s going well and the weather is holding up for you.
Wish I could get Chris into camping & the outdoors. The kids would love it. He’d be up for the pub grub & beer that’s for sure x
When I read about the “super cute” sheep, I too was immediately concerned about the sheep when Nigel’s around.
I echo Simone’s comment: Lynn, watch Nigel with the sheep!
Enjoy reading the blog and the wonderful scenery.The both of you will be in awesome butt kicking physical condition when you return.
Comment to Dad from Lynn regarding being in good shape: most likely back crippled due to 9 blisters on left foot (3 the size of nickles, 4 the size of my little toe others small) and 4 blisters on right foot (only 2 large). All was fine boot wise until day three where we were on hard packed gravel road and regular road for 29k or so. 30k on mostly road day 4 did me in. Boots not at all suitable for long miles on Tarmac. All lanced and wrapped now but very painful. Taking a healing day in braemar and bought some low cross trainers for road days ahead.
With 2/3 of the trek completed, I hope that the new cross trainers will give you relief and allow you to get to fully enjoy the remainder your adventure. Use antibiotic cream to prevent infection and if possible make some moleskin donuts to take some of the pressure away from the more sensitive areas.
Nice one Nidge & Lynn. Early stop at Tarfside. I note that thje local hooch is getting to you with your spelling on the blog. You deserve it. Enjoy the easy last stretches. Love Dad