Sat 14th Nov

Afternoon run today an out and back up Beinn Dubh and along the ridge past the two corries, about 7 or so miles with 2200 FOA. Half a plan to drop down Mid Hill to the valley floor and cross over for a return down the other side of the Glen but wind on the ridge made for hard going and I took the easy option, back along the ridge.

Wind picked up with height and blew a few holes in the cloud, Conic Hill lit up in the distance....

A few minutes later and the sun shone on the Vale...

Not another soul on the hill today, unusual for these accessible hills provide a challenge and great views without too much risk.

The wind meant a changing vista, not so sunny Conic Hill...

Along the ridge a few puddles and troughs are a quick cold feet reminder to keep moving. Took it nice and easy, stopping at any sheltered spots to take in the changing views. Round the corries to the top of Mid Hill and wind now the boss with a short detour to pick up my hat before being blown back along the ridge.

Tentative descent on the sodden ground to finish in just over 2 hours.