Just read through most of this thread. Some very interesting views on drones and especially trip reports, narcissistic eh.
I’ve honestly never thought of my trip reports as an extended selfy or any kind of self promotion. Yes I agree, they are a personal walking diary, that I hoped like minded readers might find interesting and informative, as I do reading others. After all, this is a WALKING FORUM. We share information about gear, news, photography etc. I just share my walks as others do. Reading them is optional, or just scroll through the photos, I don’t mind, I do waffle on a bit. But if you think they are boring, then have the ? To comment, and I’ll stop sharing with the forum
It really has got me thinking.
As for drones, I don’t have a problem with them as long as they are well away from me.
I had a drone follow me up Catstye Cam, the guys operating it were on Helvellyn. I’m only guessing but I might have been used for some perspective and scale as I walked to it’s summit.
I wouldn’t expect these guys to climb down ‘Swirral Edge’ to ask permission.