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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

In these pandemic times what better way to beat covid than the great outdoors.. Does anybody else like mountain walking and whats your favourite trails?

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By *ealitybitesMan
over a year ago

Belfast

Doan and Binnian in the Mournes, Errigal in the Derryveagh mountains, Spinc Loop Wicklow, Snowdon via Miners Track, Clouds Rest and Mist Trail Yosemite.

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"Doan and Binnian in the Mournes, Errigal in the Derryveagh mountains, Spinc Loop Wicklow, Snowdon via Miners Track, Clouds Rest and Mist Trail Yosemite. "

I really want to try the Mournes next year.. Its a stones throw away from me.. I tend to stay local.. Some nice trails in louth.. South armagh areas..

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By *onderingpurposeMan
over a year ago

Belfast

The Mournes are spectacular. So much to explore in such a beautiful area

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By *OCONO5Couple
over a year ago

Sensual Center

Yes... .Wicklow Mountain most days

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By *ustBoWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in Co. Down

The Mournes are stunning. I'm just beginning to get to see them but hopefully next year will get out there more and get fitter.

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"The Mournes are spectacular. So much to explore in such a beautiful area"

Yea they look amazing thank god for the alltrails app on my phone or I'd be lost

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"Yes... .Wicklow Mountain most days "

Lucky you live beside them

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"The Mournes are stunning. I'm just beginning to get to see them but hopefully next year will get out there more and get fitter. "

Pm me and go walking with you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Lug na coille... but bring lots of water!

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By *onderingpurposeMan
over a year ago

Belfast

"The Mournes are stunning. I'm just beginning to get to see them but hopefully next year will get out there more and get fitter.

Pm me and go walking with you

I'm lucky to get 30 mins spare these days

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Doan and Binnian in the Mournes, Errigal in the Derryveagh mountains, Spinc Loop Wicklow, Snowdon via Miners Track, Clouds Rest and Mist Trail Yosemite.

I really want to try the Mournes next year.. Its a stones throw away from me.. I tend to stay local.. Some nice trails in louth.. South armagh areas.. "

The Slab would be a great local guy

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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago

Newry Down

"The Mournes are stunning. I'm just beginning to get to see them but hopefully next year will get out there more and get fitter. "

I would thoroughly recommend a walk within Tollymore Forest up to the Drinns; fabulous view of the Mournes up to Commedagh and Donard, which can be approached with Tollymore. And on a good day, a beautiful view over to the Isle of Man.

Some lovely quiet spots up at The Drinns for picnics, taking in the views and contemplation.

The tracks with Tollymore are tough and trainers would not be recommended; boots with two pairs of thin socks protect ankles and prevent blisters.

It is possible to walk with Tollymore all day and not walk the same path twice in the same direction.

Maps are available on the net; google maps or Bing enables route planning in advance.

Parking within Tollymore is very safe unlike parking places around Mournes which can be very risky for damage to vehicles, thefts, etc.

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By *ullseye100Man
over a year ago

Ireland

Love hiking since moving back to Ireland im very lucky with the hills around mayo and Sligo, maybe when the weather pics up we could organise and hiking day if there’s enough interest

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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago

Newry Down

"Love hiking since moving back to Ireland im very lucky with the hills around mayo and Sligo, maybe when the weather pics up we could organise and hiking day if there’s enough interest "

And some outdoor fun to round off the day?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Did several multi days treks in the Himalayas, both in India and Nepal. Also in the Andes in Peru and Ecuador

Hiked in Poland, Montenegro, Iceland, New Zealand, Greece, Switzerland, Georgia, Sri Lanka, Borneo

Oh and Ireland

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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago

Newry Down

"Did several multi days treks in the Himalayas, both in India and Nepal. Also in the Andes in Peru and Ecuador

Hiked in Poland, Montenegro, Iceland, New Zealand, Greece, Switzerland, Georgia, Sri Lanka, Borneo

Oh and Ireland

What about organising a lecture night with pics-of whatever type you have. Sounds fabulous!

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By *ullseye100Man
over a year ago

Ireland

"Did several multi days treks in the Himalayas, both in India and Nepal. Also in the Andes in Peru and Ecuador

Hiked in Poland, Montenegro, Iceland, New Zealand, Greece, Switzerland, Georgia, Sri Lanka, Borneo

Oh and Ireland

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wow the Himalayas are on my list I bet you had a great time you lucky

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Best one was a 17 day trek in Nepal.

Got lost on my own in the Himalayas in India too. That was scary

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By *umon337Man
over a year ago

Offaly

There's some lovely walks in the Sleive Blooms; at Glenbarrow, near Rosenalis, up to the Iron Man, at Castletown, just outside Kinnitty and Monicknew, above Clonaslee, which is also a great spot for a night time ride;)

Not the most dramatic mountains in Ireland but beautiful nonetheless.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Did several multi days treks in the Himalayas, both in India and Nepal. Also in the Andes in Peru and Ecuador

Hiked in Poland, Montenegro, Iceland, New Zealand, Greece, Switzerland, Georgia, Sri Lanka, Borneo

Oh and Ireland

I spent some time in Borneo Mt Kinabalu an amazing experience.

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By *organ DeanWoman
over a year ago

Belfast

Jayzus y'all are mountain goats. The Mournes and the highlands are my goals for next year.

Bear in mind I'm only on the beginners hill - Cavehill & that feckin wrecks me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Did several multi days treks in the Himalayas, both in India and Nepal. Also in the Andes in Peru and Ecuador

Hiked in Poland, Montenegro, Iceland, New Zealand, Greece, Switzerland, Georgia, Sri Lanka, Borneo

Oh and Ireland

I spent some time in Borneo Mt Kinabalu an amazing experience. "

Yeah I didn't do it because it was so expensive. Think it was €250 (or maybe $) for an overnight hike

I did another hike near Kuching that was a proper jungle sweat fest!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

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By *orklad79Man
over a year ago

North of Tunnel

Have the Galty Mountains right on my door step. Might get up there over the Xmas

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By *ondalingerMan
over a year ago

City center

"Doan and Binnian in the Mournes, Errigal in the Derryveagh mountains, Spinc Loop Wicklow, Snowdon via Miners Track, Clouds Rest and Mist Trail Yosemite. "
Done tryfan mountain in october. Was a lot tougher than recent years. Also done the miners caves

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Did several multi days treks in the Himalayas, both in India and Nepal. Also in the Andes in Peru and Ecuador

Hiked in Poland, Montenegro, Iceland, New Zealand, Greece, Switzerland, Georgia, Sri Lanka, Borneo

Oh and Ireland

I spent some time in Borneo Mt Kinabalu an amazing experience.

Yeah I didn't do it because it was so expensive. Think it was €250 (or maybe $) for an overnight hike

I did another hike near Kuching that was a proper jungle sweat fest!"

Kuching that's where the orangutan sanctuary is spent a week in the jungle there and at the sanctuary...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Living in Kerry, Im blessed with hikes and trails.

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By *andsomebondMan
over a year ago

gorey

I spend most of the winter in the wicklow mountains or the slieve blooms, but I go for more than the hike. Hunting these hills in pursuit of deer and packing or dragging them out keeps me fit and freezer stocked full of tasty healthy venison ??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Living in Kerry, the backyard is a wonderland

Hope to hike An Buachaill Mór (Glencoe) next spring

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By *icevicebabyWoman
over a year ago

Dublin

I've some hiking related goals for 2022. If anyone in Dublin is looking for company on the hills (I'm being serious, just hiking, not offering sex

) give me a PM.

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By *1n_eaterMan
over a year ago

Newcastle

Will hopefully be up the mournes once a week next year.

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"Doan and Binnian in the Mournes, Errigal in the Derryveagh mountains, Spinc Loop Wicklow, Snowdon via Miners Track, Clouds Rest and Mist Trail Yosemite.

I really want to try the Mournes next year.. Its a stones throw away from me.. I tend to stay local.. Some nice trails in louth.. South armagh areas..

The Slab would be a great local guy

Who

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By *londy84Man
over a year ago

Knockatallan

I don't really do hiking but

I run around mountains and mtb around.

I take on any place if I get a chance.

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By *ind PaddyMan
over a year ago

South County Dublin

"I've some hiking related goals for 2022. If anyone in Dublin is looking for company on the hills (I'm being serious, just hiking, not offering sex

) give me a PM.

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would be interested but can't pm you

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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago

Newry Down

Walking for me is pure therapy; a fantastic way to build up a sweat and simultaneously put life into perspective, sort out problems and return to my car rejuvenated, refreshed, reinvigorated and ready for a shower and relaxation.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I am new to mountains but i do enjoy i could keep some one company.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I am new to mountains but i do enjoy i could keep some one company.

Download an app called alltrails. It gives you all trails near you , their length, time it takes and how hard they are.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Maps.me is my go to app

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By *OCONO5Couple
over a year ago

Sensual Center

Alltrails is the best app we have used

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By *1n_eaterMan
over a year ago

Newcastle

Kamoot is a good app

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Love the hills... Wonded if anyone from here walks sugarloaf

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By *exmark12Man
over a year ago

Rathcoole/Roscommon/Mayo

For a less strenuous walk.Greenways all over the country now Grand and Royal Canal.Leitrim Village to Lough Erin and many more are growing in popularity.Some have pick up and drop off arrangements and Bike Hireor bring your own...Bike Hub at Clondara at the Canal Shannon junction at Richmond Harbour near Tarmonbarry on N5......

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By *adboyandgirlCouple
over a year ago

Louth/M1

Male half here would like to get out more in New Year... Maria currently got muscle strain and not massively keen... Just be nice to get out whatever your outlook... Messages welcome but don't use it as an opening to say fancy a f@ck... Looking at walking and if friendship built, we not opposed to extending friendship further... xx

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By *omelo89Man
over a year ago

Dublin

Done multiple hiking in Ireland, up for any loop in Wicklow or other place. Pm if you are looking for some social, All trails is a great app with many ideas

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By *avie tCouple
over a year ago

otherside of nowhere

Iam Lucky enough to live close to the sleive blooms...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well in the new year.. Weather dependant I'll be walking if anyone would like me to join them.. Pm me

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By *astcoast2000Man
over a year ago

Newcastle County Down

Mournes are very good even for beginners. Plenty of track and trails. mountain walks .Rock climbs good safe parking

Tollymore although gates close early

Donard Park

Carrick little track safe parking and coffee shop

Meelmore Lodge for trassey track. lots of other walks and Plenty of local Arbnbs or private rental

Lived at the foot of these mountains all my life

I know them well scenery is stunning and history is amazing

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

Going out in the next hour.. Anyone wants to tag along pm me for location...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

0 yes we love hillwalking around donegal /sligo

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

3 hour hike done... 560 metre elevation

Ready for turkey now

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Love walking in the Wicklow mountains, I need to get out more in 2022!!

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By *urFabFun21Couple
over a year ago

Somewhere

"Love walking in the Wicklow mountains, I need to get out more in 2022!!"

I'm the same. From Kerry but living in Meath and have enjoyed finding my way round Wicklow. A route around Glendalough is my favourite one.

I joined Hiking Buddies Ireland on Facebook, it might be of some use to you

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By *OCONO5Couple
over a year ago

Sensual Center

"Love walking in the Wicklow mountains, I need to get out more in 2022!!"

We walk them as often as we can

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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago

Newry Down

What a horrible xmas day outside; a wonderful day for a bracing walk!

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"What a horrible xmas day outside; a wonderful day for a bracing walk!

The mountains are getting a bashing tomorrow morning.. Walk off that turkey and roasties

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick

"The Mournes are spectacular. So much to explore in such a beautiful area

Yea they look amazing thank god for the alltrails app on my phone or I'd be lost

I drove trough them once in the car they looked pretty spectaluar from where I was sat

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm enjoy hiking tho Mrs not so keen. Would any of you fellow hikers been interested in meet tagging along?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Pity you were not further south

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I am new to mountains but i do enjoy i could keep some one company.

Download an app called alltrails. It gives you all trails near you , their length, time it takes and how hard they are. "

I can't find my way out of a cul de sac lol i need a leader for that me and maps don't get on the best of times.

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By *shornMan
over a year ago

I do a bit in Sligo Mayo mostly

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By *ocktailsdreamsMan
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Im for the mournes tomorrow but I'll be staying in the foothills in tollymore forest Park.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I am new to mountains but i do enjoy i could keep some one company.

Download an app called alltrails. It gives you all trails near you ,

their length, time it takes and how hard they are.

I can't find my way out of a cul de sac lol i need a leader for that me and maps don't get on the best of times. "
.. Its easy enough but safe to be with someone.. Mahon falls is beautiful or cumshagun

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I am new to mountains but i do enjoy i could keep some one company.

Download an app called alltrails. It gives you all trails near you ,

their length, time it takes and how hard they are.

I can't find my way out of a cul de sac lol i need a leader for that me and maps don't get on the best of times. .. Its easy enough but safe to be with someone.. Mahon falls is beautiful or cumshagun"

I have done a small bit if cumshagun to the lake for a swim one time.

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By *urFabFun21Couple
over a year ago

Somewhere

I'm going for Mangerton in Killarney tomorrow morning if anyone is around and fancies it.

Mr here.

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By *heelofTimeCouple
over a year ago

Two Rivers

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By *heelofTimeCouple
over a year ago

Two Rivers

We’re lucky to live in the middle of Mayo close to Sligo, Galway and Mayo hikes. Some spectacular hikes for all levels of fitness over here!

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By *shornMan
over a year ago

"We’re lucky to live in the middle of Mayo close to Sligo, Galway and Mayo hikes. Some spectacular hikes for all levels of fitness over here!

We share a backyard then

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

I have Ben bulban on to do list.. Always liked the look of it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ó yes time now for getting the hiking boots on get out there.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It's something I'd love to get into

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By *dventurebuddyMan
over a year ago

Kilkenny Glenmore

Happy to join anyone to hit the mountains in Co Waterford or Co Wicklow. Do adventure racing so I love been in the mountains.

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By *dventurebuddyMan
over a year ago

Kilkenny Glenmore

"I am new to mountains but i do enjoy i could keep some one company.

Download an app called alltrails. It gives you all trails near you ,

their length, time it takes and how hard they are.

I can't find my way out of a cul de sac lol i need a leader for that me and maps don't get on the best of times. .. Its easy enough but safe to be with someone.. Mahon falls is beautiful or cumshagun

I have done a small bit if cumshagun to the lake for a swim one time. "

If you fancy doing the full loop and ridge there sometime drop me a pm

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

Just did Anglesea mountain clermont and flagstaff.. Very mucky and steep.. Legs like jelly now.. 3 hours ffs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Is it worth paying for the pro version of alltrails? Was thinking of doing benbaun, might be handy I suppose if you want to download the route.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm a lover of maps.... Am I missing out

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"Is it worth paying for the pro version of alltrails? Was thinking of doing benbaun, might be handy I suppose if you want to download the route. "

It depends if you have signal or not on that mountain.. I've the free version and I've been caught out a few times.. If you lose signal you lose GPS so it can be difficult to navigate if the trail is not well defined just be mindful of that.. Its personal choice good luck

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By *eady to pleasureMan
over a year ago

nearby

Would love to go hiking with people in the cork, Kerry area. Be good way to get to meet new people also. Just drop a pm if interested

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Is it worth paying for the pro version of alltrails? Was thinking of doing benbaun, might be handy I suppose if you want to download the route.

Thanks, may aswell I suppose doesn't seem expensive anyway

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

"Is it worth paying for the pro version of alltrails? Was thinking of doing benbaun, might be handy I suppose if you want to download the route.

Thanks, may aswell I suppose doesn't seem expensive anyway

I think it's 30 euro a year if not mistaken.. Good thing about that is you can download maps for offline use so you'll never get lost

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By *shornMan
over a year ago

"Ó yes time now for getting the hiking boots on get out there. "
Sligo Donegal area ?

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By *astcoast2000Man
over a year ago

Newcastle County Down

The old map and compass is best what if phone went dead or it was dropped .Old school is best Mountain rescue still use it regularly

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By *razy-CplCouple
over a year ago

and surrounding areas

"Would love to go hiking with people in the cork, Kerry area. Be good way to get to meet new people also. Just drop a pm if interested "

Id love to do this too , ive never done hiking before , but its something that i really want to get into as im getting older

Cork or surounding areas if anyone is setting up a group , id love to go

Mrs crazy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm up for Hill walking

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

I recommend a decent pair of boots.. I use the steel toes I get at work as they have a reinforced sole.. Great support.. Don't bother with runners you're feet will ache for days if you hike in them.. Also get waterproofs.. Trousers and a mac can be got very cheap and are lightweight f carrying.. Trekking poles are great for climbing up and down hills as they take the pressure off your joints.. Knees and back will get a hammering o

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'd have to have proper walking boots...

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By *reetodowhatyouwannadoMan
over a year ago

belfast

Cavehill is also a great walk

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By *ARRYGOODMan
over a year ago

Leixlip

One man's pass on Sliabh Liag,Donegal.now there's a hike.

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By *osmicGate OP Man
over a year ago

louth

Thinking of going for walk next Saturday.. North louth/South armagh area.. Pm if interested we can arrange what trail suits us

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By *nanismMan
over a year ago

maynooth

Anyone interested in wicklow ?

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"Is it worth paying for the pro version of alltrails? Was thinking of doing benbaun, might be handy I suppose if you want to download the route. "

Yes. I use the paid version. It allows you download the map so you're not relying on phone signal all the time. It also gives you "off route alerts" when you wander off the trail.

Some of the trails they have listed aren't particularly visible so it's very useful.

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"Is it worth paying for the pro version of alltrails? Was thinking of doing benbaun, might be handy I suppose if you want to download the route.

Yes. I use the paid version. It allows you download the map so you're not relying on phone signal all the time. It also gives you "off route alerts" when you wander off the trail.

Some of the trails they have listed aren't particularly visible so it's very useful. "

Bring a power bank as well though. When you lose mobile signal your battery gets eaten very quickly.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I wish I had more time to enjoy walking. The Mournes and surrounding forests are beautiful. I like a bit of fun when I am walking with the right person.

Roxy

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"I wish I had more time to enjoy walking. The Mournes and surrounding forests are beautiful. I like a bit of fun when I am walking with the right person.

Roxy "

I can sense a queue forming here now

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

Tonelegee... Stunningly beautiful if you get the visibility. Its very wet at this time of the year though and crossing the river at the start and end can be tricky after rain. I arrived back down a couple of months ago on a really wet day only to discover that the river had risen in the time I was walking. I had to head off upstream to get across. Waterproof boots are the bare minimum you need for it but it's beautiful when you get above the lake.

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By *ateniteCouple
over a year ago

Youghal

Coumshingaun Lough Loop is a favourite of ours. Views are spectacular. Not a family friendly route though, tough in places.

One thing we've noticed aloy in recent months is discarded masks along most trails we've been on. Taking gloves and bag next time to pick them up.

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By *orklad79Man
over a year ago

North of Tunnel

"Coumshingaun Lough Loop is a favourite of ours. Views are spectacular. Not a family friendly route though, tough in places.

One thing we've noticed aloy in recent months is discarded masks along most trails we've been on. Taking gloves and bag next time to pick them up. "

On my list for next few weeks. Did Galtymore last thursday to clear the head, enjoyed it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I wish I had more time to enjoy walking. The Mournes and surrounding forests are beautiful. I like a bit of fun when I am walking with the right person.

Roxy

I can sense a queue forming here now

Nope all quiet

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"I wish I had more time to enjoy walking. The Mournes and surrounding forests are beautiful. I like a bit of fun when I am walking with the right person.

Roxy

I can sense a queue forming here now

Nope all quiet

Never let it be said...

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Thats why they invented trench coats silly

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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago

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"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

Sorry to destroy ur vision but he doesnt have red hair or a beard

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

I'm going to try that on Sunday!

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

Sorry to destroy ur vision but he doesnt have red hair or a beard

He had a beard, although it's not red.

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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago

on the hill NordWest of

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

Sorry to destroy ur vision but he doesnt have red hair or a beard

Didn't know that all vikings were ginger. Is that your unique selling point cj, ginger pubes?

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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago

on the hill NordWest of

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

I'm going to try that on Sunday!

Woohoo, that's my Sunday event sorted.

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By *j47Man
over a year ago

limerick

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

Sorry to destroy ur vision but he doesnt have red hair or a beard

Didn't know that all vikings were ginger. Is that your unique selling point cj, ginger pubes?

Dog its a terrible affliction but i manage it as best i can

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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago

on the hill NordWest of

"The Lough Ouler loop in Wicklow, it’s a heart shaped lake

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

Sorry to destroy ur vision but he doesnt have red hair or a beard

Didn't know that all vikings were ginger. Is that your unique selling point cj, ginger pubes?

Dog its a terrible affliction but i manage it as best i can

No pity fucks available at the moment, cj, but it might be a different story when spring kicks in.

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

I'm going to try that on Sunday!

Woohoo, that's my Sunday event sorted.

Keep an eye out for my ginger pubes with your binoculars!

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By *oghunter33Woman
over a year ago

on the hill NordWest of

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

I'm going to try that on Sunday!

Woohoo, that's my Sunday event sorted.

Keep an eye out for my ginger pubes with your binoculars!

I bet they reflect the sun, so let's hope for good weather.

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By *ichael McCarthyMan
over a year ago

Lucan

In just water proof boots i am sure the park rangers may have something to say about that

A menace to the wildlife u are

Ah, maybe that's why the deer all ran away?

You'd be grand up there in the nip these days as its so quiet in the winter. It's mentally busy in the summer months though... Noooooo privacy at all!

Now I've that picture in my head of McCarthy in just waterproof boots... in the Wicklow mountains... holding on firmly his weapon... overlooking the terrain from above like a proud viking.

I'm going to try that on Sunday!

Woohoo, that's my Sunday event sorted.

Keep an eye out for my ginger pubes with your binoculars!

I bet they reflect the sun, so let's hope for good weather.

In fairness, the sun shines out from just behind them so there's not much reflection going on!

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