How I walked 2650 miles with a single backpack | A PCT Gear Video
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
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FAQs:
Did I start alone? Yes. But the trail is super easy to make friends on, so relax and trust that along the 2650 miles of dirt, you’ll meet at least one person you might want to hike with.
Music? I source it from MusicBed & Epidemic Sound - I also have a playlist! spoti.fi/3akkMDP
How much money did you spend on the trail? Around $1000 USD a month.
Your Hiking and Filming Gear? A video is coming, for now - check out my webpage (as above)
Favourite Foods? A video is also coming, but for now just trust that peanut butter was a staple.
How I edit? On Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects
How did I charge my gear? I would charge it using a power bank or every 3-7 days in towns.
One piece of advice: Do your research, but understand that you’ll never feel truly prepared. Get your gear sorted, try talking to someone who has done the trail, don’t be disheartened by fear-mongering. Always make decisions based on your own experience. And just enjoy one of the wildest rides of your life!
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I have binge watched your entire series twice in the last two days and now I am obsessed and want to go as soon as possible!! Love and gratefulness from Germany.
I'm also dreaming of the PCT, but won't be possible for the near future. But I keep myself buzy nearby my home in Belgium. Still not allowed to go further anyway! 😁
Hey hey, another gal from germany obsessed with the idea of hiking the pct over here, maybe we'll meet on the trail one day!😊
I live in Oregon, it really is a great trail. The 'lakes region' between Crater lake and the trail just past ski do/hwy 22 is my fav part. Hot summer on trails and cold mountain water is fun mix.
@@eva9803 I think you meet a lot of people from over the world when you're out there. 😀 I think that's part of the fun. I think I'll start to hike to Compostela from my home first, see how I like thru hiking. 😀 Greetz
@@eva9803 That would be so much fun and a really funny story to tell 😊😂😂
Honestly, one of the very best gear videos I have seen both in terms of cinematics and usefulness...and I have seen A LOT of gear videos! Instant subscription from me!
Personality just earned a subscriber. This may be the most enjoyable gear video EVER!
Full respect for hiking so far with so little. I'm seriously impressed.
You deserve all the peanut butter you could ever wish for.
Um she’s not special many through hikers use one small packs. Also all that gear cost a couple grand.
@@mom_im_losing_it 😂 she’s got over 68,000 followers and you’ve got 3
@@TangoDelta70 wow who cares about that. I'm not here for followers.
@@mom_im_losing_itno worries. Seems like you're just here to hate
@@TangoDelta70 everyone needs hatters
I’m a fellow kiwi living in Colombia, getting ready to hike around Patagonia. Thanks so much for making videos like this, it’s honestly the best resource!!! And inspiration to get off my ass and get out there haha ka pai
if possible, could you make a video talking about some recipes you did on the trail??? especially those Asian inspired meals, those looked good
Noa Sliwa sounds like a good idea. The Ramen Bombs 💣 only go so far. Package of Ramen noodles with mashed potatoes on top.
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Your videos are absolutely terrific. Congratulations on everything from your journey to putting this series together. While the hike videos are obviously epic, this one might take the cake production-wise. The editing is stellar as is your commentary. Again, congrats on it all. You have a lot to be proud of. Cheers and be safe, everybody.
Well, you have definitely planted the seed for hiking this trail.
Same for me! My husband has always wanted to but I was weary...until I watched Elina's videos and then it sparked something in me :)
@@TheSimpleEnvironmentalist I understand that feeling. 😊 I plan to hike the Camino from my home in Belgium some day, for now I keep myself buzy hiking and dreaming of bigger plans! 😁
SERIOUSLY. Such a great vibe and great info.
@@StepsbyKaatje Buen Camino!
I love your PCT series and I can't believe you used just a 40L pack!
You are so right GEAR is personal and what is great for one isn’t great for another. I love PBJ on Tortilla for lunch, can’t wait to try the Coghlan’s Squeeze tube.
Hope your Mom is doing well.She is in my prayers.Enjoyed watching.
One of the best, if not the best video series of the PCT! You are very talented and I love your personality! Thank you for sharing!! I look forward to future videos from you!
Cheers from San Diego!
Great gear vid Elina....you make people smile...looking forward to your next adventure...!!!
That was the most entertaining gear review videos I have ever seen. Bravo 👏
So true😂
Great Video Elina! I remember watching you before you started in San Diego (Campo). I did all of OR in july and stopped at PCT Days at the Locks. Thrills and Chills, Frights and Delights is the PCT. All the best.
Ok pause it right there... 15 seconds in I'm amazed and intrigued. Can't wait to see the rest!
I absolutely loved watching your entire series, I am a keen and experienced British backpacker, but have only ever long distance trekked here in the UK. Planning the PCT for the distant future, mainly because of this channel! I hope you set out on more adventures friend!
Wonderful Series. I am a 47 y/o dad of two and dream to walk those miles. Excellent filming and life living!
Cheers from Canada
I'm a mom of 3, but my day will come! Just believe you want to do it and go for it! 😁
How do you guys plan do to it with kids ? I've been thinking about it
@@myhokori358 I don’t know. Probably won’t.
Best quick gear review I’ve seen. So grateful for the timing of this. 🙏🌳🦋
The absolute best vlog on hiking on youtube. Congrats you nailed it.
Just found this vlog. I live in New Zealand 😊
I used to watch Homemade Wanderlust, she hiked the Appalachian Trail, the PCT, and others, and did daily videos. They were really great, just I thought you might like them too, if you haven't seen them.
So helpful Elina, that 2019 year, was when I started following hikes on the PCT, deciding I wanted to do this too. I had hiked 26 miles when I was 12 in Maine, that was my longest hike. I started day hiking alot over the years, and will do this when my daughter goes off to college, which could be as soon as a year or so from now, so I'm planning pretty far out. Glad you got to do this, and great video, well edited, love it!
I would LOVE a video on contacts/ glasses on the trail! What worked/ what didn't, what you would do next time? That would be SO helpful! Thank you!!
You have done a very good job all around - video clips, edit, narration/script, framing, etc. nicely done. I’ve watched about an hour of your videos today. I’ve talked with hundreds of PCTers over the years. So I understand second hand about hiking the PCT. I’ve done a few hikes in the Sierras.
Thanks for introducing that camera clip to me. One of the main reasons I sometimes choose not to shoot while hiking is constantly having to go in and out of my bag!
That had to be scary buying all your gear online and sending to the US not even trying it out first. But it sure did work! Great videos . Always rewatching! Thanks again for sharing.
Absolutely terrifying. I'm very stoked it did 😂 & thank you!
You have quite a talent for producing entertaining videos. Thanks for sharing.
Tip Tap, from what I remember, you didn’t walk 2653 miles from Mexico to Canada... you ran!!! 👊😎
Omg- the sound of sadness!!!! (Letting air out of your mattress in the morning).
That’s exactly what I called it when I hiked the PCT IN 2012. I guess it’s universal. :)
So glad you enjoyed your hike and enjoy your videos. Hike on.....
Elina! I loved this video- breath of fresh air.
This is so great. Love the intro, love the info, love the insights. This video alone makes me want to hike the PCT, so that's saying something. Cheers from a (descended) Kiwi on my Dad's side!
Yay I was so excited to see the notification for your video! I love hearing every thru-hikers opinion on gear bc I am so indecisive so this will help me in a few years when I do my first thru-hike :)
How can a gear video be so mesmerizing?
Great vid Enjoyed your bpr podcast this week too Cheers
I walked the PCT the same year you did, would’ve love to run into you, I just happened to run into your videos, it’s my second time watching them
Loved your video! Arohanui!!! More please 😊👍🏼
Love all your work. Now that I know you are a photographer at all makes so much more sense. 8:41 Wow!
Hello Elina, this was a very informative and entertaining video.
All the very best to you. Stay safe and healthy.
Phenomenal job! Also your color grading is super sick
Best gear video I have watched. Loved your PCT videos as well. Wishing you all the best as you go forward.
Thanks for doing this! I watched your whole trip! Planning on taking the whole family 🙌🏼
As incredibly glad I am that you focused your main PCT videos on experiences, I have to admit I was hoping for this 😁
Really awesome video, production, content, and vibe. Keep it up!
I second that, but what would you say about our content?
One of the greatest trail names in the history of hiking
We have the same contacts! I just forget about contacts on trail and just wear my glasses. They transition to sunglasses too, so that's another plus!
love your lust for life. i totally binged watched your whole project. 100% fell in love with it. BRAVO!!
I truly enjoy watching and listening to your vids E.....you have a very unique way about you....I can see you as a great spokes person for the outdoors and active wear / gear...!!!
Even your gear vids are better than everyone els.
Ah this is so helpful!! Also we loved following along with the PCT vlog! easily the best!!!! The Osmo is amazing!!
:) I always love seeing gear from other women's perspectives (so many gear vids by men). Thanks for doing your thing and for creating beautiful videos!
Beautiful Video 👍👍👍
Love your Pct videos. I love your story telling style. I plan on hiking the pct in April 2022, so thank you for the inspiration 😊
Awesome vid! Fun, informative, totally enjoyed it. Happy to have found your channel!
Sea to Summit has a rad new blow up system where the sleeping pad stuff sac is used to inflate it - aka no breaths required. It's one of those nifty things that is kind of wonderful at the end of the day.
I like that idea - no moisture and bacteria getting into your mattress.
Great video. Well done!
Ah man, I love your take on gear! I hope one day I can do such an extended hike, as I feel that it really influences the type of gear you use.
Another nice video. Thanks for sharing. Good Luck, Rick
I'm pumped!! Take me with you on another PCT trip! 😃
If you have flat feet like mentioned your issues with ankles and achillies may rootcause from overpronation. There the achillies gets tension by the overpronation. Trailrunners usually are neutral shoes with some stabilization but not as much as stability runnig shoes provide.
Altra have a wide outsole platform at the heel which pushes the heel on uneven ground. There are adidas shoes with BOOST-midsole which compensates this even the outsole platform at the heel is even wider than at Altra.
Very smooth ride and already PCT-approved the La Sportiva Wildcat. It is the (old) Wildcat 2.0 but one of the best for the Triple Crown (PCT, CDT and AT). The Outsole is very durable and maybe a little bit better on wet rocks than Altra DuraTrac (Lone Peak had MaxTrac so far. The Superior till 3.5 had DuraTrac). The La Sportiva Ultra Raptor (Same Platform Like the Wildcat but different more protective upper) is less water-draining compared to the Wildcat but the outsole offers very good grip in wet rocks, while offering still good durability.
Wildcat is X-Blue outsole. Ultra Raptor switches bteween X-White or X-Red.
Both offer one of the smoothest rides in uneven ground. Traversing in Wildcat/Ultra Raptor is excellent.
I'm living in Europe and had to order the Wildcat...
www.sportiva.com/wildcat-womens.html
...via amazon.com...
www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/B01K7WFOI8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_yA0iFbG4HNAHK (Change language)
..., while the Ultra Raptor is in the portfolio of La Sportiva Europe and for sure also La Sportiva NZ.
The adidas Terrex Free Hiker was developed also in the PCT. Thru-Hikers got diverse prototypes for testing. The BOOST-midsole is a Game-Changer keeps cushioning and support for 1000+ Miles, while especially the Lone Peak is deflated at 200-300 miles. Loss of support provokes issues with ankles and achillies. Altra even not start with Zero drop if you hike with Backpack. They are already below zero-drop. This puts more tension on the achillies. If they deflate additional millimeters negative drop appear. More tension on achillies. Less support by midsole means more pronation and ankle-issues.
The only Superfeed insoles I would wear is the Superfeed Carbon and this insole is already incompatible with the adidas Ultraboost 19 and 20. I underpronate with the Superfeed Carbon in several shoes. My muscles for ankle-stability are trained also with adidas Formotion, which was erased from the technology-list as it makes shoes more heavy.
Even Superfeed insoles compensate Zero Drop of the Altras, instability is higher than without insoles. Low Profile Superfeet are for flat foot, while adidas offers a pronation moderator against overpronation. But La Sportiva has a very good durable EVA-foam-midsole. My proposal: give the Wildcat a try. Best wishes and have a Look on Komoot for the TransAlp from Munich to Venice or the E5 TransAlp. Different shoes Essential. Some Edge-stability essential and several made the Munich-Venice in adidas Swift R2 Mid GTX. Outstanding Grip Like Cars with Continental-Tires on wet roads. adidas Outsoles are very often out of Continental Rubber. La Sportiva Bushido II also a Option but men-version for women with wider forefoot are the better selection.
Enjoyed following your journey. Informative video. Thanks for sharing.
Nice Video... Take Care
The Waymark, the z-packs tents, enlightened equipment quilt, thermarest pad - Darwin would approve! Sucks that it's so hard to get a lot of this lightweight stuff in Europe
There are also some ul cottage companies in Europe. Like liteway.equipment and www.gramxpert.eu
She stole his gear lol
ultralightoutdoor is a UK based site that does sell some dyneema tents and titanium cookwear!
She’s from New Zealand
darwin our savior lol he was the first thing i thought of when i saw your tent
You've made me want to hike this trail, thanks so much
Awesome video! I would love to learn how you take those wonderful pictures and edit them. Your photography are so unique, sooo please teach us how. ;)))
Such an entertaining gear video! Really enjoyed it.
Kinda of interested to know how you managed periods while on the trail...birth control, menstrual cups, biodegratable tampons?
Nice gear review - very aesthetic and creative.
You are so inspiring 🥰 love your attitude. Cant wait to see future content 💕
Among all her stuff, the most solid gadget is her casio watch, that is the most reliable gadget.
Obviously. She should upgrade to the calculator version to add up those miles every day.
I love your videos!! I’ve been wanting to do the PCT for the longest
Nitecore makes a power brick for "trail running". With carbon fiber, maybe even real one. It's the lightest one out there at the moment. It is called NB10000.
Nice! I'll look into it!
Elina Osborne I carry three. Huge weight savings.
Thanks! They seem to be very new. Nice Reddit review at www.reddit.com/r/Ultralight/comments/gct1lr/nitecore_nb10000_review/. Is the cost ~$60 each? Couldn't find on Amazon. Ebay has one for $60
I really want to do this hike after watching all of these videos
Oh wow, a 40L!! I brought myself a 65L for the TA recently, but the guy in the store reckoned a lot of people go lighter for thru-hikes. Might not get rid of my 40L yet….
Quick tip, tiger balm works great if your nauseous. Put a little under you nose on your upper lip. The fragrance of it relieves nausea.
I would super LOVE a trail meal video hehe
Elina congratulations
Happy for you
Give this lady her peanut butter lifetime sponsorship!! She's awesome!! :)
15 seconds in, I’m like yeeeaahh we got a KIWI in the house 🤜🤛 chur!
Nice list, thanks! :)
Loved your video, glad you popped up on my feed! if you want a sports bra recommendation I absolutely LOVE (and that’s an understatement) my Patagonia sports bra. It’s the only one I take with me while thru hiking and I’ll take it with me to this grave lol. They aren’t bulky but I still remove the pads and the bra has such a nice next-to-skin feel and dries quickly imo. Hope that helps! 😊
いつも完成度の高い素敵な動画を作っていますね。楽しく拝見させていただいてます。コロナウィルスの影響でいつになるかわかりませんが、いつか僕もPCTを歩きたいと思っています。ギアリストは日本で買えるものと買えないものはありますがとても参考になりました。
Fantastic video-well shot, concise, and informative. Thx!!! 🙌💯
Nice melly! Cheers from Colorado!
You allow me to dream. Thanks for everything.
Great videos and cool channel.Enjoyed it very much !!! Thank you.Looking forward for more....
The place is very beautiful!
I LOVE your melenzana! CO represent!
From Syria
I wish we have trails like this
💙💙😍
I Feel you bro
i love the 'tiger balm' part 😍😂
Just found you today on this cold Auckland afternoon. Really enjoying and getting a lot out of your content. I’m planning to do the cape Reinga to Auckland section of the Te Araroa. Have you done any part of the Te Araroa?
Great video of your load out! Gear.
Thanks
The laundry realization. Been there. Also, that was entertaining stuff. I think you'll get that peanut butter sponsor. Thanks for sharing.
Do you have a japanese curry (trail) recipe? Just catching up on ALL of your videos,... you are a true artist/story teller. Soo good + inspiring.
I’ve noticed on a few hiker videos a lot of them say that part way into a long hike they ditched their stove and converted to cold soaking. Why? Is it because of the frequent need to purchase gas canisters? Wind working against stove cooking? Not wanting to carry the added weight of the gas canister any longer? Can’t be bothered actually boiling water to make hot food anymore? All of the above??
Damn, Haze, grab those beers and get over there!!! (fresh off a section of the AT, talked about your series with other hikers over beers at Broken Fiddle)
Some smart active-ware company should hire you as a model and spokesperson!
Elina, I love watching your videos, but now as someone who is in fact planning this thru hike, I would like to see a video of the crappy aspects of this hike. I live in Alaska, so trekking long ways here is a great way to train. How did you deal with leg cramping, blisters, sprained ankles, etc..... Have a great day.
You are making me miss carrying just my essential/favorite things on my back!
awesome vid!
Does you no good this late, but as someone who has used a 550ml pot for 12 years, I want to note that you don't actually cook inside the pot. You use it to heat water that you use for the "Freezer Bag" cooking method; basically you poor your water into a freezer bag grade ziploc that has your food and close it. You then put it into a cozy (insulated something) to hold the heat in while your food re-hydrates. For cooking in the pot get a 850ml or a 1L pot.
An alternate to soaking, just carry out a few days worth of fast food as the mass amount of preservatives won't allow it to spoil (just avoid burgers with mayo and burritos with sour cream) and even on day 3, still tastes better than normal trail food. Or a large block of cheddar cheese with summer sausage/pepperoni slices/ or Italian salami on your favorite bread product.