Very sorry about the audio levels in this video. It was very difficult to edit the audio in this episode, and this is the best I could do in the time I had. I hope you enjoy anyway 🙌🏼🐶

@leerod

3 күн бұрын

OMG so glade we do not have midges here Lol

@stephennowicki7158

3 күн бұрын

The video was A okay!

@ninecatsmagee8384

3 күн бұрын

Was so happy to see that you'd posted. Sounds fine to me!😄

@bpfromowc

3 күн бұрын

The audio is fine.

@neilshaw4231

3 күн бұрын

Great video sympathise with the midge thing used to drive me mad on scottish holidays😂😂

🤣 Winston has an attitude. ‘Get back in your trailer’ , ‘no, I’m not,’ 😆 He looks super cute in his goggles x

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

He does love to run!! 😅 Thanks for watching.

@Yandarval

3 күн бұрын

Winston "Riding in the trailer is one thing. The trailer AND the goggles. That's a step too far. Some young lady might see me. Think I'm old and past it!"

Hehe, love Winston's tail that accelerates to full propeller mode as he starts galloping. And adorable with his goggles. He needs the full little automobile helmet / goggle combo like in the old days of motoring. ❤

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

That's me perusing Amazon now for a dog helmet 😅👍🏼 Thanks for watching.

I love that tail wag, it’s like a windmill going round and round

Smidge repellant is the one that many folk in the Highlands use - it's a good one. Park in an open space away from trees and overhanging vegetation..... and yes rain doesn't stop the midge. Oh and don't wear perfume etc

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I have smidge and the Avon stuff. I think my error was parking the pod in the corner next to the trees 🙈 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

After a rubbish day at work Winston in that trailer with them googles on omg laugh I Havant laughed in that way in a long time what a chap he his great video x

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I think they suit him 😎🐶 Glad it cheered you up! Thanks so much for watching 👍🏼

The further west you go in Scotland the worse the midges are. I live on the east coast and there's zero midges during summer 👍

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I heard they can get really bad around Galloway forest area, which is where I was 😅🙈 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

@davidlindley485

Күн бұрын

@@Roz.S The Isle of Skye and the west coast in general can be particularly bad at this time of the year if the air is still and damp. We tend to go to the North Ledaig caravan site near Oban where the midges are less of a problem because it is on the coast and there is always a sea breaze

You should have more followers. Your days are so soothing. Winston’s tail alone makes me so happy!

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! I only started vlogging in November, so my channel is growing quite quickly 🙌🏼 Quicker than I expected 🙈 Thansk for watching and supporting

Winston with Goggles on and ears flapping brilliant😂

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

I liked that part too! Thanks for watching

*Safe midge bug protection: Most NATO militaries use a process of dipping uniforms, underwear, socks, etc., in a water/"permethrin" solution. If you are near any hiking or outdoor stores, you can ask about products they have. You dip all clean clothes in the solution and let drip dry. Good to go for 3-6 months. I even think the clothes can be washed and will keep the protection active. Obviously it won't work on exposed skin (that's where regular bug repellant comes in) but, it will work on clothing and any surface you spray on. GOOD LUCK with the bugs!

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Thank you 👍🏼

Good to have some ventillation So I have used some midge net material over the vents

Winston is such a good boy ❤

I understand your frustration with the midges. It would do my head it too!! I’d be hoovering out the whole of the inside of that caravan! 😂 love watching Winston with his propeller tail. 😂😂😂

Roz Ripley, last survivor of the Go-pod Nostromo, signing off. Together with Jonesy (played by Winston) 🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳🪳. 🤣

Midgesomer Murders

Winston looks very cool with his glasses on. Love watching g your videos. Thanks for sharing 🐕‍🦺

Very cool to train him to wear goggles :)

I'm sure "run like the wind" is the rock message Winston took most inspiration from :)

Scotland can be terrible midge season. Zapping them is one thing but as you’ve found, cleaning them up is grim. We always carry a Dyson hand held vac. Light, powerful. Great for keeping on top of the interior and for bug removal.

You really spoil that dog, he is a lucky fella. Steve

So funny listening to him bark. Xx

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

The excitement gets a bit much for him sometimes 😅

Congratulations on 12,000 subscriptions 😘😀

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Thank you very much! I can't quite believe how fast my channel is growing.

You have no idea how soothing it is to watch these videos. Life is extremely stressful at the moment so your trip has come at a good time for me! can't wait for the next installment xx

@Roz.S

Күн бұрын

So glad my videos are helping! I never thought of them as being relaxing and soothing, but whatever works for you 🙌🏼 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

You pop the best quotes up on the screen! Loving your videos and your perspective on life.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Glad you like them! The quotes are a new thing that I’m doing for this adventure series 🙌🏼

If he could, Winston would tell you the best defence from midges is a fur coat and ears! Great vid, albeit I keep itching.

Great video

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

Painted stone trails started during covid in the woods near here, it was rather sweet & life affirming. Long gone now though I think. Midges are a real pain, not safe cooking with no ventilation so hopefully all sorted. The flinty paths must be tough on bike tyres, Winston was so funny when you wanted him back in his trailer!

See if you can get some mozzies spirals to set off , if you use a ceramic base it should be safe we are enjoying the trip

How you felt walking down that trail is how we feel watching your vlogs 🙂 Thank you .... (We will turn a blind eye to the mozzie murders lol)

Oh that "doggie-delight" and the tail propeller was excellent- we could FEEL that infectious dog happiness !!! What a great set up you have for taking Winston biking 💙🦋

@Roz.S

Күн бұрын

Thanks so much! I got the trailer because he’s getting old and can’t run as far, but it comes in handy for chauffeuring him about 😅 Thanks so much for watching

You're so brave to come up here to Scotland in midge season. We have no choice -- but you could have picked a pest-free place! Welcome to Scotland in any case. Hope you two have an enjoyable time despite the midge-numbers being at their height in June. Travel safe!

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

This was recorded in early May and I didn’t think they would be that bad then 😅 I’m still in Scotland now and, thankfully, not been bothered by them again. Thanks for watching. 👍🏼

@ninecatsmagee8384

2 күн бұрын

@@Roz.S They're worse than usual this year but the rain does keep them at bay some of the time. Love your channel, whatever's going on. I'm also sharing life with my dog and really appreciate how you roll.

Sound was fine 👍. A couple who live in Glentrool called Jayne & Nick created the trail. We were struck with how peaceful it was. We will let Jayne know that you showed the walk. She may well create stones for you. Luckily for us we were there pre-midges 😁 ❤️👍. Enjoyed the video. 👍

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

It was such a lovely walk!! I’m sure a lot of effort went into it. Tell them thanks from me. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

Those midgies look a nightmare. Winston seems to be in his element though. Good luck with the bug zapper.

Scotland and midges go together little buggers get everywhere love watching a happy dog xx go girl

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!

Gotta love Winston's goggles. 👍👍👍

Lol! Yep you got to love the Midge situation in Scotland. Grab some duct/gaffer tape for your roof canvas. Handy to have for most emergencies.

Winston is such a cutie in his goggles and sooooo well behaved he's a credit to you.......glad we didn't have a problem with midges when we went to Scotland but we did go in April to avoid them, however tics were another story!!!!!! Even with his treatment , William our Jack Russell was plagued with the little buggers....

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

This was recorded in mid May. I thought they wouldn’t have been out yet, but I was wrong 🙈😅 With ticks, get the stuff from the vets. The over the counter stuff like Frontline only mildly worked on Winston, but I was still pulling the odd one off every now and then. I switched him to the stuff you can only get from the vets a few years ago and I’ve never had to pull a tick off since. 🙌🏼 Thanks so much for watching.

I go up the west coast every May and never had much trouble with midges. Once I went right to the top but usually cut across from Ullapool to Inverness then make my way back down through the Cairngorms. This year I left later and for the first time had a similar experience as you with them on my last day at Oban and that was enough for me. I only book my sites as I go so I cut the trip short and headed over to Rosemarkie which was midge free. I'd take mosquitoes over them any day.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

This video was recorded in the middle of May. Apparently, the midges tend to bad around the Galloway forest area. I haven't been bothered by them anywhere else (thankfully). Thanks so much for watching and all the best for your travels.

Midges attach themselves to dogs, they’re sneaky wee buggers. Buy some smidge spray it’s excellent.

Winston's a good boy in as much as he doesn't go for your tyres 😂 My River, a border collie had an obsession with tyres!! Even on wheelie bins!! 🐺 xxx

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I think thats quite common in herding dogs. 🤔 I’m sure I’ve heard of another collie that does that. Could be wrong though 🙈 Winston just wants to go faster 😅 Thanks for watching

I think Winston hit the jackpot with you he`s spoilt to death.♥♥♥♥

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

He is the bestest dog ever though! 🐶 (although I might be slightly bias 😅)

@johnm-wv6bo

3 күн бұрын

@@Roz.S No i don't think so he`s great. Your ok to. LOL

Get a flextail insect repeller, should work a treat in that space.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Didn’t know what one of those were, so just Googled it 👍🏼

Delightful !

Winston looks such a cool dude in his doggles

@Roz.S

Күн бұрын

I think they suit him too 😎🐶 Thanks for watching

You can buy midge / insect mesh that attaches to windows or vents using magnets or velcro so you can let some air in.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Thank you. I’ll see if I can find something 👍🏼

Aw Roz sorry about the midges, I have lived in Scotland all my life and have never seen that amount of midges in my life and we have camped all over the country before switching to a caravan…. However we did also love Winston’s goggles, he looked like Biggles… We really hope you don’t run in to anymore we insects and hope that Glasgow City Council haven’t caught up with you regarding ULEZ….. Ps so jealous that you are caravanning 60+ days…. Take care for now both of you

We too have one of those trailers. My dog Bernadette lies down in it but much prefers running alongside. But at 13, we can’t let her do it for too long. We are fortunate to have mosquito nets integral to our campervan windows. A godsend recently on our trip to Eire.

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

My fly nets aren’t fine enough to stop the midges ☹️ A feature that I will be looking for in my next caravan/van purchase. Thanks for watching 👍🏼

Hi Roz, I'm no green warrior, but at the same time I don't like using chemicals in enclosed spaces where I stand a good chance of breathing them in. In midge season I would leave a couple of small mesh bags full of Lavender in my tent, both when up and packed away, may be my imagination, but I'm sure it at least reduced their inclination to share my space. Don't know if a small amount of essential oil smeared near vents and your doorway would help too, but cheap enough to try.

FLIPPING HECK ROS, I know you enjoyed your bike ride with Winston and it did look beautiful, but it also seemed like a really hard few days to,,,midges,,broken lens,,and more midges,,but at least it was raining for you,,Ps keep a check on those murderous tendencies ,,enjoy.

@Roz.S

Күн бұрын

A lot of stuff didn’t go to plan 🙈 my cupboard door also fell off the day before (previous vlog) but we survived and made it through 🙌🏼 Thanks for watching! 😃

Really enjoyed the video, thanks for posting

Another great video. Sorry about the midges though I know they are annoying, we had one in our bathroom last night and a spider and moth in the hallway, I hate creepy Crawleys. X x

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I’m okay with bugs as long as they don’t try and eat me 😅 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

What an amazing vlog! Hate midges with a passion and it's my one thing about vanlife in Scotland. To see Winston enjoying himself was an absolute pleasure and the Peace Trail was beautiful! The painted stones were incredible and you showed stones from Ken and Carol, "Life is too Short " who we also follow. Hope the camera was not badly damaged. Stay safe Sid and Nicola, Rugby UK

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

Oh I didn’t know that “life is too short” was a KZread channel. I thought it was just another positive message on a stone 😅 (I don’t tend to watch many videos on KZread) Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks so much for watching.

Your a braver woman than me to do Scotland in midge season. There a nightmare. Hope your new bug zapper helps a bit. Love the goggles on Winston 😊

It was so lovely to see you walking down Glentrool kindness path. Thank you for featuring it and for all the lovely comments. 🥰

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

My pleasure! It is a beautiful and unique trail ❤️ Thanks for watching

Total Midgemare!!! You poor girl. No wonder my ol' man was so much of a git!!! He was a Scot. Musta been effected by them!! Seriously though, Such a nice video. Again, plenty of awesome scenery (Feel like "Awesome" is overused!). Another relaxed day to look forward to after watching this. BTW; Wins looks wicked in his new visor. 😁 Thanks Roz.

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. I think Winston suited his new goggles 😎😎 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

Well done guys,despite the midges! Win,you’re the best and Roz,you’re ok too….Camxx💐

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

I’m just his loyal servant 😅

Try Smidge to keep the midges away from you and citronella candles or air fresheners for the caravan. Maybe even citronella incense or the bigger candles outside the caravan to keep them away a bit. We used citronella air fresheners in a bell tent last year and it helped a lot. Loving the videos 🙂

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I have Smidge 👍🏼 but I’ll try the citronella. Thanks so much! Glad you’re enjoying the videos.

"Kindness Trail " . Wha a great idea. Thanks for posting.

@Roz.S

Күн бұрын

Thanks for watching

Skin so soft is a good repellent the army use it

@colintuffs568

Күн бұрын

Just sent to Rox same info re midges 😮

Really enjoyed this episode, never experienced a midge invasion,but can imagine how bad it must have been. Hunters Chicken tastes great when cooked in an airfrier, worth trying, needs little prep. and a few components ( bacon, cheddar cheese and some bbq sauce along with a boneless chicken thigh) but you probably know that 😊.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Oooo I do like hunters chicken 😋 I’ll will have to put that on my list of things to make. Thanks so much 🙌🏼

Oban to Fort William there is an awesome cycle path away from the road

Morning ,its 2.19 am here in perth west australia,ive just been midging with you and winston.little buggers those midges,i wonder if your vents are screened with a fine enough mesh? I enjoyed the walk with you two, thoughtful stones to accompany souls along the way.!lovely vibes,lovely experience.i,m far away but could sense the feeling of calm and beauty in the in the experience of being there away from all the pressures of people and problems.natures womb,enjoy roz and winston.respect.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

The fly screens on the caravan are not done enough for midges, but after that night I did close them all up and shut the windows properly 👍🏼 Thanks so much for watching (at 2am! 😅) Glad you enjoy our videos.

That was a proper conversation with Winston.. he's brilliant 😂 Midges! Welcome to our life in Scotland 😅 Pray for wind.. it's the only thing that keeps them at bay (or go East.. they're a bit less troublesome there 🤞)

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

I swear Winston understands every word that I’m saying 😅😅 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

I've just found your channel and I love it, being from Scotland I can tell you the only way to fight midges is with colourful stern language, they're indestructible, you'll have to start swearing again🤣.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Oh, this could become very expensive for me 🙊😅

Midges, you are welcome Roz! But suggest go to Alice Springs for flys!😂😂😂 I spent a year there!!!

Wonderful 😊 Roz, Thankyou, No midges in my part of South Australia, just flies in summer.

Superb video Roz with you and Winston ,you both are so inspiring and amazing thank you so much ❤

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

Thank you for the lovely comment and for taking the time to follow our adventure 🙌🏼

Excellent thank you...really good watch 🤔

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Hope you get the midgies under control. Liked Winstons googles.

Wonderful yet again and feel bad for laughing with midge episodes. However We've been there with bites so bad. Found trying to camp in a breeze helps and avoid trees. Also Avon's Skin so soft lotion and citronella helps. But oh dear dear, smiling so much throughout video. . Thanks, made our evening again. Have so much fun you and Winston making beautiful memories ❤️

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video. Don't feel bad for laughing, I look back on it now and smile. These events are what make an adventure memorable. Thanks for watching. 😀🐶

Not sure if this helps but it’s the breeze that gets rid of midges…..anything over 7 mph and you should be fine 👍

Get Avon skin so soft for youself and a lemon candle and lemon avon for yourself. They hate lemon. Im watching and scratching myself

Good video,looking forward to the next...Rich was here also @winston ;)

find a shop and get net curtain material scissors and a roll of nano tape. make custom window and door flyscreens. super cheap and no more midges .

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

I think some of them would still get through a net curtain 😅 I think I could put up a pair of tights and they’d still get through 🙈 Thanks for watching

There’s a bit of sledge dog in Winston me thinks. 😂 🐕

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I think he would actually like that. And back in his younger days, I think he would have been awesome at it 👍🏼🐶

Hello and good day to you both, Unfortunately I only got around to watching your video now. Yes, the mosquitoes or whatever they are can be annoying. When we were still camping, we also had an exterminator that killed the cattle, but you just can't catch them all, so we also have a small cordless vacuum cleaner and whenever we go Whatever we saw, we soaked it up. Great video, very nice with the painted stones. If the brakes on your bike are squeaking, it's usually the brake pads (pads) that have become hard and maybe even a bit dirty. Clean them with a little detergent and water with a brush, sponge or cloth. You can also try cleaning the surface of the blocks a little Let's rough it up with some sandpaper or install new ones. Just never put oil on it then you will no longer have any braking effect. Greetings Oldie 👍

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

Thanks so much! The bike is relatively new, so I think the brakes just need adjusting and roughing up a bit. 👍🏼 Thanks so much for watching and following the adventure 😀

@Oldie416

2 күн бұрын

@@Roz.S Yes, yes, almost new, the wheel is ok, but rubber parts age even if you don't use them. See car tires that age yourself at the tire dealer. I once had a bike like that and didn't have any other advice, so I installed leather blocks and from then on it was quiet. Have a good time and don't let the mosquitoes or bugs eat you up. Greetings Oldie👍

Great vlog. Chuffing midges, I hate them. That is a campsite on my wishlist. It's not too far from me and the trails look fab 😄

@Roz.S

5 сағат бұрын

I enjoyed that campsite! I’ll be doing a full tour of it in my next vlog. Thanks so much for watching 🙌🏼

Been so looking forward to this. Thankyou ! ❤

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Hope you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for watching.

Thanks for another wonderful video, I know what it's like having so many midges around I used to do a lot of fishing, and they would drive me nuts, looking forward to the next video and Winston he's adorable give him an extra treat.

Midges and wet pants.. an awesome combination 😂 lovely video 👍🏻 enjoying your journey so far ❤

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

You don’t get that every day! 😅 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

Look forward to watching it tonight. Drew 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Hope you enjoy! Thanks so much

Midges always live in the nicest places .Really enjoying your videos 😊

Loving this Roz and Winston, cannot wait for part 4. You should have a lot more subs, It's the best channel on yt.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Wow, thank you! I only started vlogging in November, so still lots to learn, but the channel is definitly growing 🙌🏼😃 Thanks for watching

Make sure you check yourself and Winston for ticks each evening…

Midges will get through the material… you should get some Avon So Soft (oil based version) that should reduce the biting… honestly though, worst time of year to go to Scotland.. it’s last week of April or forget it (although I am planning on going in October!

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Hope you have a great trip! I went last year in September and wasn't bothered by them. Thanks so much for watching.

I was watching Gimme Shelter before this.... my last trip to Scotland was on a motorbike, that keeps the midges at bay

Missed your adventures Rozzmeister. Looking forward to more capers. 😊😊

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

More to come! (As soon as I edit them all 😅🙈)

Hi Roz. Love following the vlogs. The thanks is for treats for Winston

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!! I’ll make sure to get him something super tasty!

* You have my complete sympathy having to endure being hunted by midges. I hate bugs and, for me personally, visiting Scotland, beautiful as it is, isn’t worth having to deal with them. * I love Winston’s “No” bark when you ask him to get in the trailer😂 * Weighing your muesli? Does it have to be that accurate?😂 Keep up the great vlogs, Roz.

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

I have to weight my Museli because otherwise, each morning, I put in more and more, until I have a full bowl and I’m eating close to 1000calories for breakfast 😂😂 I always have a good appetite and can EAT so I have to be strict on portion control 🙈🙈 Not sure if you wanted to know that, but there you go 😂😂

@matthewvaughan6327

Күн бұрын

@@Roz.S yes, I do want to know because I'm nosey😂. I imagined it was because you are very organised; 100 grams muesli, check. 100ml milk, check. One medium apple diced, check😂

Again such an interesting video. I actually taught my late dog, Ritter, the commands left and right for bicycle trips just like this. We also used a dog trailer (but I did not think about the goggles). Happy memories

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

I have never taught Winston the verbal commands for left and right. He knows which was to go if I point left or right, but he can’t see my hand signals when running in front of the bike 😅 I got the goggles because Winston likes to stick his head out of the top - and because he looks cool 😎😅🐶 Thanks so much for watching 👍🏼

Wonder if the campground would accept Amazon deliveries.Loved it when Winston said "no". hoping the best for the camera and the midge murdering machine.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

They might, but it creates a faff is no one is in reception to take the delivery, or if it doesn’t show up before I check out, or if it goes missing etc. Best just sorting it out myself 👍🏼😅 Thanks for watching 👍🏼

Sound was fine for me. Hope the zapper works.

First comment ❤ we don't have biting midges in Oregon were I live

Hi Rox, I’ve never experienced midges. I’ve heard citronella and Midge-repelling plants: certain plants repel midges: basil, lavender, elderflower and mint. You should get some for your caravan and van. 🤪horrible things, like mosquitoes.

@Roz.S

2 күн бұрын

Thanks for the tips! I’ll give it a go 👍🏼 Thanks for watching

Lucky!

We bought a Flextail bug zapper for our trip to Scotland but we didn't get any so haven't got a review yet. Loved your Dales trip as that is my local! Just love that boy 🤎 and you of course 😊

@Roz.S

Күн бұрын

He is the star of the show 🐶🌟 You live in a beautiful part of the country! Thanks so much for watching

Watching and enjoying from Brisbane,Australia.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!

I bought a small, rechargable, hand-held vac to suck up the midges and mosquitoes that get in my van when camping. Works well but my Border Collie wants to attack it 😂

❤

I am loving Winston. Used to have a Springer years ago, their tails NEVER stop wagging! What an ace companion.

@Roz.S

3 күн бұрын

Spaniels are such happy dogs! Great to be around! Thanks so much for watching.