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@@kristymoore7052 Losing 22 pounds on the trail is significant, and it’s clear that balancing nutrition with foods that work well for your body is key. At 61, managing energy levels and avoiding overly processed foods can definitely be more challenging on demanding hikes like the JMT. If you’re looking to rethink your approach, perhaps incorporating more whole, calorie-dense, yet minimally processed options (like nuts, seeds, dehydrated veggies, or quality jerky) could help. I also hear you on the sweetness of products like Honey Stingers-they’re great for quick energy, but they can become overwhelming after a while. Balancing those with savory snacks like cheese or even crackers might offer a nice break and help sustain energy levels. If you have any specific strategies you’re considering, I’d love to hear about them. It’s always great to learn from fellow hikers.

@@kristymoore7052 Thank you so much for subscribing and for sharing your incredible experience! It’s amazing that we were on the trail at the same time, even if headed in opposite directions-what a small world! Your gear setup sounds perfect for the Sierra, and I love the adjustments you made, especially adding the Enlightened Equipment down pants. I had a couple luxury items I will speak to in another video that is the conclusion to this video I have planned once I finish the individual videos for the trail itself. It’s always fascinating to see how other hikers tweak their systems based on conditions. The Bearikade vs. BV500 debate is real-I totally get how cumbersome it can feel when stuffed to capacity. Glad to hear you had fantastic weather, though! If you ever feel like sharing more about your NOBO experience or lessons from the Sierra, I’d love to hear about it. Thanks again for the support-it means so much to connect with fellow hikers like you!

No! I hiked the JMT in 19 days, I just haven't edited and posted all of my videos yet! more to come!

@@mhandy61 couldn’t agree more!

@PeakPursuitsAdventures I saw this year's ago. The square one in the side photo. If the idea that 7-10 miles down the path was this. Hell yeah

@ one of the coolest spots I saw during my JMT hike! Loved it

@@joecole9475 I did talk to myself a lot, especially on this day!

@@chili1593 scouting has taken me many places I other wise never would have gone!

@@PeakPursuitsAdventures several sections of the JMT, rivers, ocean camps and lifelong confidence in and love of the outdoors in my case. Those merit badges still come in handy.

@@chili1593 Not a single doubt there!!! As an Eagle Scout myself I wholeheartedly agree!

@@WanderingFromKansas my excitement was ridiculous, I know, but it was real

@@joecole9475 it was an amazing camping spot!

@@SoloHiker1 yes they do!!!

@@joecole9475 you’re sooo right!!! I also didn’t include the 24” pancakes and double bacon cheese burgers from Whitney portal!!! And I STILL somehow lost 13 pounds!!!!

Best trip ever and the extras did nothing to negate my enjoyment of this hike!!!

SAGE FOR LIFE!!! the Topo are the Traverse! Thanks for watching!

@@andydickson5400 Thank you!

I'll take that as a good thing! haha

@@PeakPursuitsAdventures I was born and raised in Pittsburgh. Moved away over 20 years ago though.

@@rschreck876 Same! the military has had me all over away from my roots in the Burgh!

@@PeakPursuitsAdventures Ha. I left PA for the Army also.

I’m almost more excited for the fishing than the hike! Can’t wait to tell you all about it! Thanks for all of the help along the way!!!

Very cool!

Great taste!

Sleepers for sure!

Even a Honda?!

Absolutely! I'll create a video for that!

Thanks!

Thank you!