I was ecstatic when I saw this back up on your channel. To this day, this is the one video I think about the most when I’m hiking. The music, the pacing, the beautiful scenery, it’s all great.
I am so glad you decided to share this experience with us once more. Thank you so mutch for this, it inspired me to hike the CDT in 2019 and these where the best 5 months of my life so far.
Thank you so much for re-uploading this! I dream about long walks in open spaces set to this song almost daily. I'm ecstatic I get to watch this video again.
I’m SO happy that you reposted this. Your entire CDT playlist is great but to me, this video captures the magic of thru-hiking better than anything else I’ve seen. I watched this video a copious amount of times and it was such an important part of me readjusting after my PCT hike and getting motivated for the CDT. Thank you.
Been having a rough go as of late so this was a nice surprise. Thank you so much for making one of my favorite playlists available again, John. It helps out a lot :)
DUDE this is the best surprise bringing these videos back. I'm hitting the CDT in 3 weeks and this is the perfect way to get pumped for it. Love your vids man!
I’m so glad I found this video again! I first watched it 8+ years ago when you posted it. The song has been stuck in my head too. But for some reason I could never find the video again. Until now!
I honestly think this is my favourite video on all of UA-cam. I have watched it many times and it never gets old. I just love it! I even showed it to a class full of young students I was teaching for a day. Thank you so much for this! It has enriched my life so much. Inspiring!
How did you manage with such lightweight packs John?. Almost all the blogs and guide ive read the walkers have had 200kg packs. Did you have food drops, or a support crew?.
200lbs is still insane and i have never heard of anybody ever doing anything close to that on a thru hike. 80lbs is the max i've ever heard of and most people out there are under 40lbs and then there are weirdos like me that are only occasionally over 20lbs
Nice video. Do you think I could do this trail by just bringing a hammock and rain tarp with me? I know I need to research the trail more.. seems like a bunch of areas without trees. Or maybe I'll just drape the tarp over me and sleep on the ground if no trees are around ... do you think this is possible ? Or would you advise on bringing a tent the entire length of the trail..? Thanks!
there's a good bit of open land, but some people just use a tarp so no harm in a hammock too if you don't mind the weight and sleeping on the ground on occasion.
i posted a gear list video that is almost the same gear as I used on the CDT, just substitute the grid fleece with a down parka and a windshirt. I'll be doing in-depth long-term gear reviews and other gear selection related videos in the near future
+John Zahorian Wow that's much lighter than I would've ever suspected. I guess you went sans stove and ate bars and nutella mainly? You've really inspired me to follow through on a though-hike. CDT looks the best to me. Would you recommend against tackling CDT before the others?
Yep. Do it! Look into the PCT though. CDT is pretty challenging. PCT will be plenty challenging as a first thru hike and would probably be a more enjoyable experience for a first time hiker. But if you are really into doing the CDT, go for it. Staying motivated to continue is huge
carrot that was the shortest 2800 mile hiking vid i have seen, must be due to those leaving the camera out to film walking by then backtracking/returning to pick it up, just factor in those miles and call it an even 3gs lol
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I was ecstatic when I saw this back up on your channel. To this day, this is the one video I think about the most when I’m hiking. The music, the pacing, the beautiful scenery, it’s all great.
I'm glad to see it again.
I am so glad you decided to share this experience with us once more.
Thank you so mutch for this, it inspired me to hike the CDT in 2019 and these where the best 5 months of my life so far.
Thank you so much for re-uploading this! I dream about long walks in open spaces set to this song almost daily. I'm ecstatic I get to watch this video again.
great to see these back!!! your CDT is one of my favorites
will be rewatching these! so so glad they are back
I’m SO happy that you reposted this. Your entire CDT playlist is great but to me, this video captures the magic of thru-hiking better than anything else I’ve seen. I watched this video a copious amount of times and it was such an important part of me readjusting after my PCT hike and getting motivated for the CDT. Thank you.
Been having a rough go as of late so this was a nice surprise. Thank you so much for making one of my favorite playlists available again, John. It helps out a lot :)
Overjoyed this video is back up 😊
every human being should know the joy of standing on top of a mountain
this guy knows
I think this video series by John is top notch ..., and keeps you thinking about it after weeks gone by.
DUDE this is the best surprise bringing these videos back. I'm hitting the CDT in 3 weeks and this is the perfect way to get pumped for it. Love your vids man!
I’m so glad I found this video again! I first watched it 8+ years ago when you posted it. The song has been stuck in my head too. But for some reason I could never find the video again. Until now!
Amazing photography. Thank you for taking the time...as if just hiking your journey wasnt enough.
+Mandy Chamberland thanks so much, my pleasure!
leaves me hankering for your AT videos from 2015 too! lol, it's never enough. thanks for sharing again john, this gets me excited for the future.
This is fantastic. It's perfect.
I honestly think this is my favourite video on all of UA-cam. I have watched it many times and it never gets old. I just love it! I even showed it to a class full of young students I was teaching for a day. Thank you so much for this! It has enriched my life so much. Inspiring!
Word! Congrats on your incredible journey! A 1000 blessings to you brother!
Always coming back to this vid. This brings peace to my soul and a happy smile on my face. My favorite hiking and motivational Video
I show this video to my student's every year. They love it and so do I. Thank you
Dear John, is the trail clear? Or well waymarked? Kind regards. Keep up inspiring us all!
Just want to give you a really big WOW! Great video. I have been looking for a high quality CDT video series. Thanks for putting this out there.
Thanks for the videos. Awesome playlist. What was that blue button up shirt you were wearing near the end? Would you wear it again?
Thank you for making something different. Love the feel of this video, the shots, the edit, the music :D
Really great video! Amazing selection of genuine moments. The snow in the early season looked pretty hairy. Keep up all the hiking & cool media!
+Boggs12345 thanks! the early season snow was very hairy. big snow all throughout may made it basically a winter trip for a few weeks. learned a lot!
How did you manage with such lightweight packs John?. Almost all the blogs and guide ive read the walkers have had 200kg packs. Did you have food drops, or a support crew?.
200kg?! 0_o
i manage just fine. no support crew.
Sorry meant 200lbs!. thanks for the reply. Looking at the Appalachian or CDT in 2017...
200lbs is still insane and i have never heard of anybody ever doing anything close to that on a thru hike. 80lbs is the max i've ever heard of and most people out there are under 40lbs and then there are weirdos like me that are only occasionally over 20lbs
Such a beautiful video! Thank you John! 💜
What a trip. Great video!!
Thanks for that!
Man I'm 13 and for almost 6 years my dreams been to hike the continental divide, this makes so excited for that day
Do it for sure.
Lucas have you done this yet?
Nice video. Do you think I could do this trail by just bringing a hammock and rain tarp with me? I know I need to research the trail more.. seems like a bunch of areas without trees. Or maybe I'll just drape the tarp over me and sleep on the ground if no trees are around ... do you think this is possible ? Or would you advise on bringing a tent the entire length of the trail..? Thanks!
there's a good bit of open land, but some people just use a tarp so no harm in a hammock too if you don't mind the weight and sleeping on the ground on occasion.
You always have the best music in your videos! ~ planning for ptc thru hike 2018 and your videos make me want to go now!!
Awesome video I like the filming style you used a little different than the masses
hey what's the blue jacket you are wearing in the video really like the look of it
Thank you. Time to rewatch to goods.
This video makes it look so casual.
Had to rematch. Too awesome!
OHHHH! I love the beautiful container of Nutella at 3:02. Placed for easy access of goodness
Haha thanks. LOVE the nutella. (I even take a sneaky bite at 2:29...)
I know the name of the group is Taketime but what is the name of the song ?
And done in 4 minutes too! John your just as fast as they say you are
gorgeous views! keep the vid's coming man!
+hondaguy453 they're coming!
Bad ass!! Wow!! One day........can't wait...
Getting excited again...
Holy cow! That's more than 26 miles each day. Well done!
allencrider thanks! had to ease into it and then deal with that snow, but for the last half high 30s was the norm. more miles more smiles.
***** you were flying!
+allencrider Especially going uphill (South->North?). Nice job!
Unbelievable is right! Congrats!
Appears Lilly fell out along the trail ?
If so, how far did you have to go it alone ?
✌ 👣 👑
Do you have a gear-list anywhere we can peruse?
i posted a gear list video that is almost the same gear as I used on the CDT, just substitute the grid fleece with a down parka and a windshirt. I'll be doing in-depth long-term gear reviews and other gear selection related videos in the near future
+John Zahorian Wow that's much lighter than I would've ever suspected. I guess you went sans stove and ate bars and nutella mainly?
You've really inspired me to follow through on a though-hike. CDT looks the best to me. Would you recommend against tackling CDT before the others?
Yep. Do it! Look into the PCT though. CDT is pretty challenging. PCT will be plenty challenging as a first thru hike and would probably be a more enjoyable experience for a first time hiker. But if you are really into doing the CDT, go for it. Staying motivated to continue is huge
Amazing
Awesome Video! Great Impressions!
Thanks for sharing this.
carrot that was the shortest 2800 mile hiking vid i have seen, must be due to those leaving the camera out to film walking by then backtracking/returning to pick it up, just factor in those miles and call it an even 3gs lol
What was your longest part without resupply? & longest part without water?
did a couple 200-250 mi resupplies in montana to save some hitching hassle. don't remember for water, probably around 30 miles
Awesome Video!
Thank you!
Congrats!
Awesome! Congrats!
awesome ... so inspiring video
Great video! What is the name of the song?
+hmdbguitar it's called blue friction by take time
I can't find this song anywhere :'(I
@@roberttaylor4294 Magnus & Cam by taketime on soundcloud. John also has some great music he put on Bandcamp (by Cedar Skies).
4:14 where is this?
glacier national park looking down on two medicine
Very nice. Thank you.
Love it!
great video, big miles big smiles.
Yes sir ~