Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike Episode 24 - Mather Pass

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  • Опубліковано 12 чер 2024
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 79

  • @lucyclark704
    @lucyclark704 Місяць тому +23

    Poor old Bigfoot - when he got on the plane in the Netherlands he probably hoped he'd hook up and hike the PCT with some real hot fit chick and ....well...he got you....All joking aside, I think you have a buddy now for life. 😊

  • @debbieclinard7122
    @debbieclinard7122 Місяць тому +4

    A trick I learned a few years ago in the sierras is to lay your sleeping bag on top of your tent when the sun is baking. Instant shade!

  • @user-hk7ol9ls1e
    @user-hk7ol9ls1e Місяць тому +5

    Wow. Mountain men. You guys are killing it and your smiles say it all

  • @t.vanoosterhout233
    @t.vanoosterhout233 Місяць тому +8

    Almost 20 miles in the mountains.... impressive! I like your calm approach, it's clear that you have to really push yourself to get there which must make the triumph of reaching a pass so much sweeter. So may your legs be strong, the snow crunchy, and the vistas stunning!

  • @pamelaburback9279
    @pamelaburback9279 Місяць тому +5

    Awesome job so far! San Joaquin is pronounced San WaH-Keen, my friend. Totally okay that you're encountering names you're not familiar with being from the East. Hang in there and thanks for sharing your epic journey with us!

    • @nalonabrato8900
      @nalonabrato8900 Місяць тому

      I was stationed in the Navy at NAS Lemoore in the San Joaquin Valley in the 80s. It took me a little while to pronounce it without concentrating.

  • @vagabondwildernesswanderings
    @vagabondwildernesswanderings Місяць тому +1

    Big Foot has an interesting stride. He looks really loose and relaxed. Almost like he's just sauntering along.

  • @judywarner539
    @judywarner539 Місяць тому +3

    Hi. I’m avidly following your PCT adventure from the UK. Nearly 60 yr old solo hiker here. Never done any long distance hikes but getting so much joy from watching yours. I’m loving the friendship you’ve built with Bigfoot & feel happy you have that brotherly connection. I’m looking forward to more of your PCT journey. Stay safe 😊

  • @WarDamnEagle4
    @WarDamnEagle4 Місяць тому +4

    So impressed with your pace ! I’m glad you met someone who could keep the same pace as you, seems like you’re a bit quicker than average. Love the journey - appreciate you sharing the lows too. Important for us viewers to see those thoughts and witness how you navigate them.

  • @dane.2079
    @dane.2079 Місяць тому +5

    That smile on your face crossing over Mather is amazing!! Keep up the great journey!

    • @karenanddogs6645
      @karenanddogs6645 Місяць тому

      And I couldn't help but smIle too watching him!

  • @beverlyroberts1139
    @beverlyroberts1139 Місяць тому +3

    Thoroughly enjoying your photography of the trail, and your sharing your adventure with us. Usually choose 2 or 3 hikers to follow each season. Anxiously awaiting for each new episode to appear. Thanks for taking us old timers along 🙏🙏. Stay safe. Schats Bakery in Bishop is amazing!!

  • @AJKPenguin
    @AJKPenguin Місяць тому +1

    The camp before Mather Pass reminds me of Kashmir. Cue Led Zeppelin! Perhaps that could be an Instagram short or something as you climb it.
    The Basin campsite looks intriguing, too.

  • @TheChefmike66
    @TheChefmike66 Місяць тому +2

    Sooo beautiful in the Sierras. It's one of my favorite places for sure.

  • @donb6070
    @donb6070 Місяць тому +1

    No sound matches the crush, crunch of morning snow. Love it.

  • @nancysigman7014
    @nancysigman7014 Місяць тому +4

    I absolutely love your attitude through all the challenges!

  • @timg4800
    @timg4800 Місяць тому +1

    Mt lion print. I heard one roar when I was camping near the JMt. Unsettling for sure.

  • @heidihydrick4866
    @heidihydrick4866 Місяць тому +1

    It wasn’t the force of the water that bent the bridge, it was the amount of snow last winter. Same thing happened to the bridge that’s damaged by Goddard Canyon.

  • @BucksMom218
    @BucksMom218 Місяць тому +2

    Oh what Id do to have snow now…80 in ne PA.🤣🥵🥾🥾⛺️ Wow view right before your cold plunge was amazing!! 😎

    • @Asdzaan
      @Asdzaan Місяць тому +1

      As do I! In Phoenix AZ at end of May was 107F and this week is 113F but with minimal humidity! Breezes or winds are welcomed.

  • @j.stephens257
    @j.stephens257 Місяць тому +1

    Nothing like jumping into some icy water to get your heart racing! Safe travels.

  • @youngheart1065
    @youngheart1065 Місяць тому +2

    Epic music for an Epic pass!!!

  • @edgeveg
    @edgeveg Місяць тому

    You are so right , don't need the knorr sides when you can show us mountains and rivers. Really liking the mountain hiking. Stay safe

  • @potatothorn
    @potatothorn Місяць тому

    wow that might be lion prints, nice! crazy snow ascent on the pass this is just awesome// Roxana knows what you mean looking out the tent, we get that often out here... Spectacular days on the trail, so many great views thanks so much for sharing oh ps hilarious pronunciation there.. it is pronounced Wa Keen

  • @MalFunktion1
    @MalFunktion1 Місяць тому

    Congrats on conquering Mather!

  • @RendezvousTribe
    @RendezvousTribe 27 днів тому

    Love the swim. Even though it was definitely cold you proved what you said during you AT. Enjoy the swim when you can, embrace the experience.

  • @Psychoticpea
    @Psychoticpea Місяць тому

    The amount of water coming off the mountains is insane and glad you found some work arounds. As soon as I saw your feet on dirt I was like "It's been a min since I see his feet on dirt" then you made the same comment, lol. I don't mind watching the snow crossings but it makes me a little anxious for you so I like the dirt hiking better! Hike on and be safe!

  • @allenstratton5399
    @allenstratton5399 7 днів тому

    Frozen got frozen nuts ;-) love the audio

  • @cathyspencer3058
    @cathyspencer3058 Місяць тому

    What views! Lots of different sights and sounds. Glad the passes have gone well and that you’ve gotten a break from snow under foot! So glad you are practicing safe travel. Thanks for taking us along! Stay safe guys!

  • @TheAngieStoned
    @TheAngieStoned Місяць тому

    I watched The Codger's hike last season, and that truly was a mental year for snow. I highly recommend giving their channel a visit, if you haven't already that is, I'm well impressed with how they handled things, especially for being two older gentlemen. The year before that I followed along with Kyle Hates Hiking, and it's so exciting to see how different the journeys can be from year to year. Good wholesome content, I just wish I could be there doing it all with you. Happy Trails!

  • @JohndaCantrell
    @JohndaCantrell Місяць тому

    Wow, what an amazing adventure! Considering how long you have been planning and saving for this, is so nice to see you really appreciating the beauty of it. It's endearing that you share how much you miss your family. Don't stress too much about completing the entire thing, that's a statistic, take that time spent worrying about that and just soak it up. This is a once in a lifetime thing. Best PCT video since Dixies!

  • @notquiteultralight1701
    @notquiteultralight1701 Місяць тому

    Great to see all are healthy and happy!

  • @mackenzie305
    @mackenzie305 Місяць тому +3

    You're doing great!

  • @lucyhughes5110
    @lucyhughes5110 Місяць тому

    Loving following you, my Husband is just behind you (a few days I think) so I get to see your footage and know what he has to face.

  • @christinereber1861
    @christinereber1861 Місяць тому

    Andrew Skurka has the best intel on the Sierra!

  • @garyblack2858
    @garyblack2858 Місяць тому

    You guys looked like you really enjoyed accomplishing those passes. I understand how you are missing your family, but this is a life defining experience. A small chunk of time without them in the grand scheme of time. My kids are 43, 36, 31. On my excursions whilst they were young, I missed them, but it all worked out fine. They turned out just fine. Kids are so resilient. Hike On!!!!

  • @eriklindgren5870
    @eriklindgren5870 Місяць тому

    What a great inspiration you all are. Amazing scenery as well. Keep up the journey!

  • @kmcgoeshiking27
    @kmcgoeshiking27 Місяць тому

    Keep up the great work you are killing it!! Thanks for another great vid!! Stay strong and keep on rockin it!!!

  • @mikestolarz5109
    @mikestolarz5109 Місяць тому

    " The proper function of man is to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time." - Jack London Enjoy your hike. Been watching your videos since the days of the beer bottle top covered coffee table you did your videos on.

  • @Wanoffecial
    @Wanoffecial 28 днів тому

    Great, friend, I greet you from Indonesia

  • @karenanddogs6645
    @karenanddogs6645 Місяць тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @PSUhorty1
    @PSUhorty1 Місяць тому

    Thank you!

  • @jaymenna
    @jaymenna Місяць тому

    Go!

  • @ClaudiaOutdoorAdventures
    @ClaudiaOutdoorAdventures Місяць тому

    very good. i love ít

  • @carolynnkimmes1166
    @carolynnkimmes1166 Місяць тому

    Would love to see a shot of the night/dark sky stars!

  • @gregharmon3797
    @gregharmon3797 Місяць тому

    Still with you !!!!

  • @JamieKrause86
    @JamieKrause86 Місяць тому

    That water may have been freezing cold but hopefully it helped your muscles lol

  • @russellinthebush2897
    @russellinthebush2897 Місяць тому

    In my opinion, the three most sketchy passes on the PCT are Forrester, Glen, and Mather and you've already done those. Muir pass is easy, as are the rest that you have left on the PCT. I can't comment about Bishop and Piute as I've never crossed them. You guys are doing great. You'll pick up the mileage in NorCal and Oregon.

  • @bearanoia673
    @bearanoia673 Місяць тому

    👍

  • @robertrosa9185
    @robertrosa9185 Місяць тому

    Mountain Lion

  • @campoljato
    @campoljato Місяць тому +2

    Major congrats on what you've accomplished thus far. Seriously!
    If you don't mind a probing inquiry, given how frustrated (and stressed) you've been by slow snow travel, do you think you'd have been happier skipping the High Sierra? I understand the desire for a "continuous" footpath, but it unfortunately seems (at least from the last several videos) that you aren't able to fully enjoy one of the most scenic stretches of trail in the world. And recent years suggest fire closures will make a continuous footpath exceedingly unlikely. Alternatively, one could return later and easily bang out 25 mile days on the dirt trails to finish on Mt. Whitney.

    • @FrozensAdventures
      @FrozensAdventures  Місяць тому

      We've both debated this but ultimately I'm glad we trudged on. I think the major issue was people telling me how much I'll enjoy the Sierra but we both can't wait to get out of the snow. It's just not the right time to enjoy this place to the fullest. Maybe if I had a ton of money and an unlimited time frame.

    • @campoljato
      @campoljato Місяць тому

      @@FrozensAdventures Appreciate the honest reply. Certainly hope you enjoy the remainder of your trek. Plenty of marvelous beauty still to come!

  • @scottwolf13780
    @scottwolf13780 24 дні тому +1

    Snowbos

  • @andymytys
    @andymytys Місяць тому

    I hope that when you project mileage going forward against your end date you realize you’ll be doing 30s in Oregon.

    • @FrozensAdventures
      @FrozensAdventures  Місяць тому

      That's what people keep telling me and if that happens it will definitely help. But there's a lot of snow in Oregon ATM.

    • @andymytys
      @andymytys 29 днів тому

      @@FrozensAdventures Oregon trail is at a lower elevation (hotter air temps). It will melt out before you get there. Hikers also drag mud from wet, melted areas onto the top of unmelted areas and the trail soon has a skid mark atop the snow for 1/4 mile. This darker snow melts even faster, and the process repeats. So worst case, when you get to OR, the trail will have melted down to the ground and you have snow on either side of you where hikers have not tread.

  • @dane.2079
    @dane.2079 Місяць тому +1

    First.. I had to.

  • @AlikVolkov
    @AlikVolkov 4 дні тому

    Kinda a dumb question but how do you dry off after jumping in water? Do you carry a travel towel?

    • @FrozensAdventures
      @FrozensAdventures  3 дні тому

      I do l. It's rather dirty all the time because I also use it to clean my feet. It's also a hiker to trail / town towel. Bright red easy for cars to see. LiteAF sells them.

  • @blixy8623
    @blixy8623 Місяць тому

    Did Bigfoot ever get his sleeping pad replaced?!

    • @FrozensAdventures
      @FrozensAdventures  Місяць тому +1

      Nope they want a copy of the receipt which is in his house.

    • @blixy8623
      @blixy8623 Місяць тому

      @@FrozensAdventures Oh wow - that is surprising and disappointing 😳

    • @blixy8623
      @blixy8623 28 днів тому

      I saw you were hiking at Raccoon to prep for the PCT. That is my old neck of the woods! I thought I heard a South Western PA accent! We have been enjoying following along your adventure - keep it up!

  • @lesliecarpenter869
    @lesliecarpenter869 Місяць тому

    Did you and Bigfoot meet on trail or did you know each other before?
    Sorry if I missed you saying something, if so I missed it😊

  • @nathanmiller9250
    @nathanmiller9250 Місяць тому

    When you gonna say your not content in pittsburgh or with a job and cut the shit?

  • @Ryan-yi5ro
    @Ryan-yi5ro Місяць тому

    Turn off your ads.

    • @Ryan-yi5ro
      @Ryan-yi5ro Місяць тому

      @@user-bg9tz5lt5w Not when you only have a couple thousand views. Majority of thruhikers do not have ads or at least wait a couple days to include them. 🤦🏻

    • @thomash7573
      @thomash7573 Місяць тому

      Get Premium if you don’t like them

    • @Ryan-yi5ro
      @Ryan-yi5ro Місяць тому

      @@thomash7573 Nah, I'll just watch every other hiking video that doesn't have ads.

    • @Ryan-yi5ro
      @Ryan-yi5ro Місяць тому

      @@user-bg9tz5lt5w Don't get 10k views so make nowhere near that. 🤦🏻

    • @FrozensAdventures
      @FrozensAdventures  Місяць тому +1

      Yes please go watch someone else without ads. I'm sure they would love to have you.

  • @zombielandakausa7468
    @zombielandakausa7468 Місяць тому +1

    pronounced wah-keen