Mizmazzle’s Trip Across the Pond

[Mizmazzle]

Thanks all. This trip has been such a privilege and a dream come true. So beyond grateful for the whole experience.

@pechelman I ended up with a tag 34. Just a lot more comfortable and easier to move in. They are rather fun to wear I must say!

[Mizmazzle]

@Denman-John thanks bro man. We were actually in a tattoo shop in Dublin. We met with some tattooers and were working out some designs. But I wasn’t totally committed and neither was Morgan. So we decided to pass on having anything done. I’m still planning on checking out shops in Edinburgh though.

[SourPower]

@Mizmazzle amazing pictures Mark! Living vicariously through y'all

[Aetas]

Great to see you both together @Mister_Brue and @Mizmazzle.

[Mizmazzle]

We landed in Scotland at the kickoff point to where we will start the West Highland Way hike. The ultra shit part is that a torqued my back a couple days ago and am having some serious pain when I walk. Will be gutted if I can’t swing this hike. But it’s a very real concern at this point

[SourPower]

@Mizmazzle that is a bummer to hear, sending you my well wishes. Hope you are pain free in the near future and able to enjoy the hike!

[endo]

@Mizmazzle said in Mizmazzle’s Trip Across the Pond:

torqued my back

get the SKT treatment

[Mizmazzle]

@endo thanks Nicolas. I’m doing the ibuprofen and some “child’s pose” stretches that are really helpful. Taking hot bathes to reduce the swelling and pain too. We are supposed to leave first thing in the morning. I’m a bit worried if I push it then I’ll be screwed out in the wilderness. Supposed to rain a ton tomorrow too. No way to postpone the departure either. Bookings are locked in for us and sold out all along the route.

[endo]

Damn, that doesn‘t sound good. Perhaps you do a Guiness treatment instead of the hike.

[SKT]

@Mizmazzle well shit. Sending “good back vibes” to you across the pond. I followed Dr @endo ‘s treatment plan and saw enough improvement to ski but I know every back tweak is different. Hang in there man, remember whatever happens you’re still in Scotland!

[tody]

i was not surprised to see @endo giving this recommendation again

walking usually helps my lower back pain, as it gets the blood flowing and moves the muscles.
but as you're describing a swelling it seems to be rather serious? hope you're feeling better soon!

[Mizmazzle]

@skt @endo @tody yeah. I soaked in a tub and have been taking the ibuprofen and stretching. Felt good after the soak for a little while. Then went out to have a bite and a scotch. After an hour or 2 it was really hard to feel comfortable and waking wasn’t fun. Feeling like a Guinness or single malt therapy day might be in order tomorrow. Don’t want to get stuck in the big rain storm that’s coming tomorrow in the Scottish Wilderness. Sucks but I don’t want to ruin Morgan’s and the Brit’s experience even more by being a crippled wet blanket in the backcountry.

[SKT]

Single malt and Guinness have cured a lot of ailments over the years… but I am bummed for you my friend

[ROman]

@Mizmazzle Take care, sorry I don't have recommendations other than what others are saying. Take it easy.

[seawolf]

Shit dude. I hope you feel better soon!

[endo]

Hope you‘re having a great day @Mizmazzle one way or the other

[sabergirl]

Seems wise to sit out on a big hike if your back is complaining that much. I have chronic back issues and literally feel your pain. It’s hard to let go of big plans like that on a trip, but I hope you’re able to enjoy some relaxation and take it easy while you explore a different aspect of Scotland! Maybe even take advantage of some state-sponsored healthcare, eh?

[Mizmazzle]

@sabergirl thanks for the moral support. You’re right too. Taking the day off from hiking and resting has helped a lot. Part of me hopes I might be able to rally for tomorrow’s hiking leg. But the practical part of me thinks missing the next four days of trekking is probably the safest way to assure I can comfortably get on a plane home in 7 days.

The real gut wrencher was when the bus I had to take to the next village passed Morgan and the Brit’s hiking the trail a few miles down the road. They waved as I passed by haha. These are the breaks sometimes.

[Tobi]

@Mizmazzle having lived in Aberdeen for a year, and having been out hiking somewhere in Scotland almost every weekend during that time, I can report that hiking in proper Scottish rain can be highly overrated!

[jordanscollected]

@Mizmazzle good on your wife to leave you behind to enjoy the hike. "sucker, should have taken better care of yourself".