An amazing record of a wonderful trek. It’s beautifully filmed, edited and soundtracked - I did this walk in 2014 with my son and to see the same paths and refuges is an utter joy. Absolutely love it.
I was rewatching this episode again and just realised your logo could have been inspired in Els Encantats (the mountains shown in the end for those who read this) :) You really accomplished quite something here, and I'm not referring to the trek itself! Thank you.
Great video, I love that you left in some parts without any music, it makes it more realistic for me, as if I were there with you guys :). Also the quality of the video is amazing. I’m looking forward to seeing your next adventures. Cheers from the Czech republic!
This film format is incredible. The voicemail style narration makes me really feel like I'm being brought along for the ride but without knowing too much what your thinking. A really refreshing style as opposed to the usual UA-cam-in-your-face-this-is-all-the-gear-i-own style you see out there (we're all guilty of it). I almost felt like another character in this story instead of just a viewer. Loved it!
Chase, you're videos are an inspiration in the truist sense. I watch your work and it gets me fired up to train and hit the trails. Thanks for what you do 🏞️
I assume you mean the GR11? That's not a bad idea for a video. If theres a significant interest in it I'll do it. Like the post to let me know if you want to see it!
You really did a fantastic job filming /editing your adventure. Thanks a lot. If someday you want to hike in the Swiss alps, tell me, i will prepare the best hiking tracks for you and you will have a free "landing home" when arriving. Fabien
Mountains are my second home as a geologist and I can't wait to go hike the Pyrenees with my dog after graduation in summer 2022. Will not be able to do the whole since there are national parks here and there, but it will still be two awesome months on the trail!
Really nicely done video. I am playing with idea of ditching my lifestyle and switching to full-time hiking/overlanding/sailing. But mostly I had hiked since I was 10 or less (30+years) done some thru hikes in Slovenia when I was 16 but now realy thinking about going from Slovenia to Atlantic coast through mountains (Alps and Pyrenees) and then who knows.
Great Videos Chase. I did the GR10 while you were on this trail (Aug-Sept 2019). Terrain and experience looks very similar. This is getting me stoked to go back and do the 11 once we can travel again
Damn. Watched a tiny bit and skipped through as I don’t want to know too much about it as I plan to do this exact hike in the next year or two. Looks beautiful, great video skills. Have a good one and stay safe!
Excellent stuff. Some really excellent shots, I also really like that the footage of the guys is all very natural, nobody having a camera in their face asked how it’s going. Love that the voice overs sound like answer phone messages (don’t know if that was intentional). Really enjoying this series. (Ps. I’m also curious about a budget for such a trip so that definitely has my vote for a future video 👍🏽)
I love this, inspiring! Something to consider for the future.. instead of just doing a regular long distance hike. I just wonder, do you ever feel like you're missing out on watching the scenery because you're so concentrated running? I feel like that'd be me, you have to stay so focussed!
Haha yeah well you certainly have to watch your step. I get a lot of time to appreciate it while I'm setting up the shots. I have to be always on the look out for the beauty that is less obvious :)
Great stuff once again! Quick question though: What kind of budget would I need to do this hike myself considering I'm planning to put my tent up most of the time, walking at an average pace?
I've got this question a few times in the last 24 hours. It will take a bit of research going into my bank records because I didn't record how much I spent at the time. But if the people want it I'll do it!
@@ChaseMountains Most of the info I found online seems to be aimed at hikers who plan to stay in the refugios most of the time, so that might be why some other people have asked you this question as well. Would you say that this hike is any different budget-wise than other long distance hikes? Thanks!
just a technical question, how much gas did you use? could you get gas cartridges in the villages you passed thru? Did you ever cook on the campfire? Is it even allowed?
I did the GR11 this September (and even met Chase on my way). I have used something like 3 canisters of 230-250mg of gaz (of course it depends how you cook). You will find some on the way, in the biggest villages/town but definitely not in most villages. So you will have to carry 2 canisters for few days when your main one is about to run out, but that's alright. BTW I also have the liteway elmentum, that's a great choice mate, have fun!
@@ChaseMountains Hola hombre! I have to admit I had mostly rainy days, so a quite different experience than what I can see in your videos. The snow arrived when I was passing el cuello del infierno (Panticosa to Sallent del Gallego), day 21 and about 9 days to the end. I was in up to the knees (at 2500m), I stupidely tried the passing (2700+) but fell heavily on the head and had to gave up, quite scary tbh. Really gutted, but incredible experience nonetheless, I can't wait to hit the trail again. Thank you for your videos mate, they are awesome, it's great to be back there!
I normally only use one pole too. I use it mainly to help me ro keep my balance, mainly during descends, and one is normally enough. That way i have one free hand to grap to trees, boulders, ground... And to be able to take my gps, map compass from the pockect
Thanks for this beautiful video, stuff like that gets me through the winter ;). As the previous ones, really immersive and real. I love how down to earth this series feels - beautiful soundtrack, some chatter in the background, and especially the moments when only sounds of nature and walking are to be heard. I've been wondering: would you happen to know how heavy the packs of the other guys were? I think you've mentioned carrying about 10kg or so. I find it very difficult to get below 12-13kg (without food and water) and often end up carrying at least 20kg for a five day trek (including food & water). I'm currently preparing for the GR20 and I've heard people say that 13kg total should be the absolute maximum load.
The English boys had a lot of gear, nearly 20kg I think. But they brought crazy stuff like an bialetti espresso and a small Bluetooth speaker as well as generally older heavier gear. Karim was the same as me, around 11-12kgs, and he and I both spent a bit of extra money on lightweight gear.
@@ChaseMountains Alright, good to know that I'm not the only one :D But maybe I'll try to get my hands on some dyneema or ultrasil sheets and cobble together an ul backpack myself. Might be a fun project.
I know my body pretty well. I train my ass off so that there is next to no chance of being injured. Why running? I only had 30 days off from work because I had clients to see. So to get the trip done, as well as all the back and forth filming I had to run... A lot!
Just came across your channel, and great to watch the GR11 video’s. Was just wondering when you were walking this, as I saw some facemasks in the first video. Was this actually in 2020? And which months did you walk? Thanks a lot, really enjoyed it
Hey Chase, I have a question. Don't know if it has been asked yet. But have you had any problems with ticks? In the first part I saw a lot of high grass you hiked through. Do you have any tips in prevention? Thanks for the great video's man!
@@surface2wherever I broke the pole about half way, got a new one about a week after. And in terms of ticks there is little to none in the Pyrenees. But I have quite a lot of experience with them. You can use deet as prevention and also carry tweezers or a purpose built tick remover to take them out.
@@ChaseMountains Thanks for the quick reply mate! It is not that I'm so much afraid of the tick or the bite itself, but the horrible diseases they bring. If possible I want to prevent getting one at all. PS have you thought of doing the GR20? Was definitely one of the most epic European hikes I've ever done!
![Ending my Hike Across Spain...[Crossing the Pyrenees on the GR11 - Chapter 5/5]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/rcrNWI1J58c/mqdefault.jpg)
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An amazing record of a wonderful trek. It’s beautifully filmed, edited and soundtracked - I did this walk in 2014 with my son and to see the same paths and refuges is an utter joy. Absolutely love it.
Oh nice! Yeah I'm hoping some previous thru hikers will see it and reminiss!
“Altitude or Hangover, probably both” .... great quote of the day. Beautiful video . Have fun.
I was rewatching this episode again and just realised your logo could have been inspired in Els Encantats (the mountains shown in the end for those who read this) :) You really accomplished quite something here, and I'm not referring to the trek itself! Thank you.
Man I really like these Mailbox-Talkin-Home-Calls! Never seen a video with this simple and so powerfull audio element!
Thanks. It was a bit of a gamble but people seem to get it!
Great video, I love that you left in some parts without any music, it makes it more realistic for me, as if I were there with you guys :). Also the quality of the video is amazing. I’m looking forward to seeing your next adventures. Cheers from the Czech republic!
thank you so much. yeah i´m hoping people feel like a fly on the wall, watching the journey
This film format is incredible. The voicemail style narration makes me really feel like I'm being brought along for the ride but without knowing too much what your thinking. A really refreshing style as opposed to the usual UA-cam-in-your-face-this-is-all-the-gear-i-own style you see out there (we're all guilty of it). I almost felt like another character in this story instead of just a viewer. Loved it!
Chase, you're videos are an inspiration in the truist sense. I watch your work and it gets me fired up to train and hit the trails. Thanks for what you do 🏞️
Could you please provide a general financial breakdown of the GR100 hike?
I second this suggestion. I am not as much interested in your flight into and out but just the costs of the hike itself. Also, how did you resupply?
I assume you mean the GR11? That's not a bad idea for a video. If theres a significant interest in it I'll do it. Like the post to let me know if you want to see it!
Chase Mountains also very interested in that ! I’m from Germany it’s not that far to reach in comparison to the US
Considering hiking it next summer as preparation for the PCT or CDT. So yes, cost break down would be great!
I also live in Germany and interested in the break down hiking this trail.
Great video. So well put together. No talking to camera yet the story told through the scenes and conversations overheard. Very clever.
Great inspiring video, pure, raw and without "fireworks", just like the mountains are. Can't wait for next one. Thanks!
You really did a fantastic job filming /editing your adventure. Thanks a lot. If someday you want to hike in the Swiss alps, tell me, i will prepare the best hiking tracks for you and you will have a free "landing home" when arriving. Fabien
So nice to see this, reminds me a lot of my GR10 hike from last year! Amazing work.
Oh wow. This is pretty cool. Amazing experience... thanks for filming it
These get better each vid, love the editing
**crumbles under pressure**
Great video. New to your channel and enjoying dipping into your back catalogue.
Hahah well the video quality gets progressively worse as you go back but there's some gold in there for sure haha. enjoy!
Mountains are my second home as a geologist and I can't wait to go hike the Pyrenees with my dog after graduation in summer 2022. Will not be able to do the whole since there are national parks here and there, but it will still be two awesome months on the trail!
Grande et Belle Aventure.
Super material, I like the way when you play with the music and real nature sound, and ofcourse the mighty one - GR11. Take care yourself, stay safe !
Oh nice, I just put this down on my list. I hope we can all get back out there soon, thanks for sharing!
Really nicely done video. I am playing with idea of ditching my lifestyle and switching to full-time hiking/overlanding/sailing.
But mostly I had hiked since I was 10 or less (30+years) done some thru hikes in Slovenia when I was 16 but now realy thinking about going from Slovenia to Atlantic coast through mountains (Alps and Pyrenees) and then who knows.
sounds amazing. keep me posted!
Very good Chase, very good!
Great film. I want to live there, on the French side. Appreciated your message at the end. Look forward to watching more.
Awesome video once again, Chase. Thanks so much for putting it together and sharing!
Loved it, nice shots and photography and with beautiful music. Can't wait for part 4 :)
Its already out!
On my bucket list, great vlog 👌
Great Videos Chase. I did the GR10 while you were on this trail (Aug-Sept 2019). Terrain and experience looks very similar. This is getting me stoked to go back and do the 11 once we can travel again
I just wanted to thank you for the message at the end of the video. I needed it.n👍
Beautiful...hello there from Nepal.
In pure awe!
Damn. Watched a tiny bit and skipped through as I don’t want to know too much about it as I plan to do this exact hike in the next year or two. Looks beautiful, great video skills. Have a good one and stay safe!
Excellent stuff. Some really excellent shots, I also really like that the footage of the guys is all very natural, nobody having a camera in their face asked how it’s going. Love that the voice overs sound like answer phone messages (don’t know if that was intentional). Really enjoying this series.
(Ps. I’m also curious about a budget for such a trip so that definitely has my vote for a future video 👍🏽)
You should come to Norway and hike Trolltunga and Preikestolen. Google it ...incredible landscapes
awesome!!! already packing my Elementum for the next summer one of the Pyrenees route :) didn't decide yet which one
I can highly recommend the GR11, although it is not easy haha
@@ChaseMountains It's definitely amazing but I thought HRP is the most difficult one?
Id love to see a post hike gear review. im thinking about getting the pack.
Ask and you shall receive ua-cam.com/video/YfH0kCbAFwU/v-deo.html
It's an excellent pack, and they have a black Friday sale on right now.
I love this, inspiring! Something to consider for the future.. instead of just doing a regular long distance hike. I just wonder, do you ever feel like you're missing out on watching the scenery because you're so concentrated running? I feel like that'd be me, you have to stay so focussed!
Haha yeah well you certainly have to watch your step. I get a lot of time to appreciate it while I'm setting up the shots. I have to be always on the look out for the beauty that is less obvious :)
Nice man 🤘🏽 Like ur videos 🏔
Muy bueno!!
Gracias amigo 👊🏼
Great stuff once again! Quick question though: What kind of budget would I need to do this hike myself considering I'm planning to put my tent up most of the time, walking at an average pace?
I've got this question a few times in the last 24 hours. It will take a bit of research going into my bank records because I didn't record how much I spent at the time. But if the people want it I'll do it!
@@ChaseMountains Most of the info I found online seems to be aimed at hikers who plan to stay in the refugios most of the time, so that might be why some other people have asked you this question as well. Would you say that this hike is any different budget-wise than other long distance hikes? Thanks!
@@ChaseMountains I would definitely like to know "tent" budgets for your through hikes
just a technical question, how much gas did you use? could you get gas cartridges in the villages you passed thru? Did you ever cook on the campfire? Is it even allowed?
I did the GR11 this September (and even met Chase on my way). I have used something like 3 canisters of 230-250mg of gaz (of course it depends how you cook). You will find some on the way, in the biggest villages/town but definitely not in most villages. So you will have to carry 2 canisters for few days when your main one is about to run out, but that's alright. BTW I also have the liteway elmentum, that's a great choice mate, have fun!
@@yoann5934 Thanks, I sure will ;)
@@yoann5934 bonjour my friend! How did you go towards the end? I was wondering if you struggled with the incoming snow!?
@@jantomaszrogala4230 I can confirm Yoanns comments, same situation for me, I used I 250mg can every 10 days roughly
@@ChaseMountains Hola hombre! I have to admit I had mostly rainy days, so a quite different experience than what I can see in your videos. The snow arrived when I was passing el cuello del infierno (Panticosa to Sallent del Gallego), day 21 and about 9 days to the end. I was in up to the knees (at 2500m), I stupidely tried the passing (2700+) but fell heavily on the head and had to gave up, quite scary tbh. Really gutted, but incredible experience nonetheless, I can't wait to hit the trail again. Thank you for your videos mate, they are awesome, it's great to be back there!
Altitude hangovers are the worst. What was the name of the flash refugio you partied at?
Wonderful vid. Question: why only one pole?
I snapped it 😂 I talked a bit about how and why in my gear video.
I normally only use one pole too. I use it mainly to help me ro keep my balance, mainly during descends, and one is normally enough. That way i have one free hand to grap to trees, boulders, ground... And to be able to take my gps, map compass from the pockect
What's the name of that modern refugio? The architecture looks interesting. Lovely video, thank you for taking us with you.
It's an absolute stunner isn't it? It's refugio cap de llauset.
@@ChaseMountains Thank you very much. Yes, it's awesome.
High Route or GR11, what do you think? Another great video, keep up the good work and keep hiking!
Hmm tough question. I would probably say the high route. I mean I live the GR11, but the valleys..my god. So many valleys
I did the high route and it was amazing! Not even more climbing really, just fewer towns.
Thanks for this beautiful video, stuff like that gets me through the winter ;). As the previous ones, really immersive and real. I love how down to earth this series feels - beautiful soundtrack, some chatter in the background, and especially the moments when only sounds of nature and walking are to be heard.
I've been wondering: would you happen to know how heavy the packs of the other guys were? I think you've mentioned carrying about 10kg or so. I find it very difficult to get below 12-13kg (without food and water) and often end up carrying at least 20kg for a five day trek (including food & water). I'm currently preparing for the GR20 and I've heard people say that 13kg total should be the absolute maximum load.
The English boys had a lot of gear, nearly 20kg I think. But they brought crazy stuff like an bialetti espresso and a small Bluetooth speaker as well as generally older heavier gear. Karim was the same as me, around 11-12kgs, and he and I both spent a bit of extra money on lightweight gear.
@@ChaseMountains Alright, good to know that I'm not the only one :D
But maybe I'll try to get my hands on some dyneema or ultrasil sheets and cobble together an ul backpack myself. Might be a fun project.
Never understood the running stuff. Where there so much risk of injury. All for what ? Going faster to .. end the trip ? What’s the point ?
I know my body pretty well. I train my ass off so that there is next to no chance of being injured. Why running? I only had 30 days off from work because I had clients to see. So to get the trip done, as well as all the back and forth filming I had to run... A lot!
Just came across your channel, and great to watch the GR11 video’s. Was just wondering when you were walking this, as I saw some facemasks in the first video. Was this actually in 2020? And which months did you walk? Thanks a lot, really enjoyed it
Yes it was in August 2020!
Hey Chase, I have a question. Don't know if it has been asked yet. But have you had any problems with ticks? In the first part I saw a lot of high grass you hiked through. Do you have any tips in prevention?
Thanks for the great video's man!
PS Where has your second pole gone? 😊
@@surface2wherever I broke the pole about half way, got a new one about a week after. And in terms of ticks there is little to none in the Pyrenees. But I have quite a lot of experience with them. You can use deet as prevention and also carry tweezers or a purpose built tick remover to take them out.
@@ChaseMountains Thanks for the quick reply mate! It is not that I'm so much afraid of the tick or the bite itself, but the horrible diseases they bring. If possible I want to prevent getting one at all.
PS have you thought of doing the GR20? Was definitely one of the most epic European hikes I've ever done!
THATS VENEZUELAM RUMMM!!! THE BEST!
💜💜💜💜
What time of the year was this? August?
yeah probably early september even
Once you get to the end you can return on the GR 10; THEN there is the HRP to also think about!!
bloody epic
Thanks my friend!
If I get the Covid vaccine, I am going to do this next year.
Yeah do it! It's a world class hike
Then you'll see me on the trail. My flight was booked ages ago. I'm starting in early August!