You guys, that was incredible! I’m so proud of you! There’s usually at least once an episode that we will quote Rhonda and say ‘we’ve already established no one feels sorry for you, Stan’, but I felt a little sorry for Stan tonight. 😂 Thanks for always inspiring us to push ourselves. ❤
Hi Erikka, I was truly so proud of him for doing this challenge. 👏 He actually started off not feeling the best, but still made it to the top. Reliving this moment brought tears to both our eyes. It was a moment we will never forget. 🙌 Too funny that you quote me about not feeling sorry for Stan 🤣 I get it this time though 😬Thanks for coming along with us once again. We appreciate you! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Rhonda I use your quote "Slow your roll". Your video this week inspired me to get out there and walk to my Bible study instead of driving. You both are such an inspiration. Stan, I love how you encourage and praise Rhonda in your videos. Your love for one another is a beautiful example.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It is what we are all about. To inspire, encourage to get active and find your new adventure. Thank you for joining us and sharing. Walking to Bible study we absolutely love it!! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Hi Doug, always love hearing from you! Especially from the couple that still looks the same from the day they left Big Bear. Always have a special place for you in our hearts. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
That was amazing! You guys are such an inspiration. Thank you for putting yourselves out there and sharing. Your testimony is such a gift and we love seeing God’s light in you both. Safe travels friends! ❤Lareka & Kevin
Hi friends! Thank you so much for your kind words! We know you guys know exactly what we are talking about. It’s not easy to be so transparent, but if it helps others it’s all worth it! AND, without the channel we wouldn’t have met wonderful people like you guys 🙏 Blessings and safe travels, Rhonda and Stan
Hi Karla, it was crazy difficult! Although when life’s struggles catch you by surprise, just take one step at a time and get through it with God’s help. That is what we learned from this horrendous hike. One and done! Hats off to the 500 Club who do this climb 500 times a year! Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Great job. You both are proof that if you fight, you can win with health issues. You're an inspiration to everyone. That's why we watch your videos your good people.
You guys are amazing! Well done! I completed the incline about 6 years ago, might be more. It’s hard! Really hard. Plus your mention of your past health problems, you’re inspiring! I’m 56 and a year out from chemo. You’re inspiring me to get stronger and do the incline again. 😊
Julie, You just made me gasp 😮 This is exactly why we put ourselves out there 🥹 You are an inspiration! PLEASE keep us posted as to when you get to see the view from the top again! You got this! 💕 Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
I am so glad you made the trip ok. I was concerned because I noticed Rhonda all of a sudden had gotten pretty pale over halfway down the trail. You two amaze me at all that you do & WANT to do!!! You two should have taken time to go soak in a jacuzzi after that round trip before tackling anymore steep stairs or trails. Please stay safe out there!
Hi Tom, That’s funny 😆 We just kept putting one foot in front of the other and it got us up there 👏 Thanks so much for coming along with us. Glad we could share this adventure with you because we get why it’s not for everyone. 😬 ~ Rhonda and Stan
Yay! Congrats! We did the Incline a couple years ago. Got passed on the way up by an 85 year old guy carrying a weighted vest.....humbling. Hubby still refers to them as The Steps of Death. I've read you should be able to reach the top in the same number of minutes as you are old...we did NOT make that metric.🙃
Stan and Rhonda that was truly an amazing feat you both accomplished. We both said we definitely would do this but need to get into better shape for sure. We want to challenge ourselves to do things like this more and more. So proud of you guys❤
Hi Lorie and Jeff!! This one was a doozy, but it felt good to accomplish something to that scale, especially to accomplish it together ❤️ You guys are on the mend and will be out doing new, challenging things in no time! So excited for this next adventure of yours! 👏
we parked same lot and rode shuttle. those step count markings kept us going. it was such an accomplishment. be proud of yourselves!😊we r all proud of u!❤
We appreciate your kind words! We honestly give God all the glory for our healing and for keeping us going 🙌 We feel this is our way to give back to others and encourage them to keep going. ☺️ Rhonda and Stan
We just watched your video!! Amazing!! So wish we could have tried the Incline when we were there, but Rick had pulled a muscle in his back a few days before. You both are an inspiration to us all. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures! Safe travels from Laurie and Rick Moore
Hello Laurie and Rick 👋 Thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement. Sorry to hear about Rick’s back injury and hope he’s doing much better now. Back issues are no fun! The Incline isn’t going anywhere so it will be waiting for you 🤣👏 Blessings and safe travels to you as well! ~ Rhonda and Stan
I really admire your persistence, but I’m 68 and in decent shape but wow I don’t think I would have the breath to make it up there! I would definitely need a hand rail and the thin air just makes it worse. When you mentioned the gondola ride down that’s an excellent idea up is one thing down is another. Congratulations on the climb!
Hi Walter, there were plenty of folks much older than us. I would suggest hiking poles. It will give you so much stability. Thank you for joining us again, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
You two have transcended challenges I can only dream of, so I thank you for being inspirational. I'm looking forward to more headlong challenges from you, Rhonda, and more epic one-liners from you, Stan. Continued safe and happy travels.🙏🏾💙🤍❤️
Hello Chris, Thank you so much for your kind words! We truly appreciate you coming along with us on this emotional journey tonight. 👍 Thanks for reaching out! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Wow!!! I would never have done it. As soon as I started feeling bad, just looking down at how far you've come then back up to what hasn't yet been covered....that would scare me!! At least the trail down was beautiful ❤️ We visited there but only yook pictures at the start. I lose my balance and equilibrium on those steps - couldnt do it. Kudos to you for accomplishing such a strenuous feat!!🎉
Hi Stuward! Thank you so much! It was hard reliving it, lol! Just kidding, made us feel proud all over again 🙏🙌👏 Thanks for coming along with us tonight! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Wow, what an adventure! Thank you for sharing and I really enjoyed the narrative and the return path (Barr Trail)--didn't know that existed. We just recently moved to Woodland Park and took the Manitou COG Railway to Pikes Peak, but now you have me intrigued in walking the Manitou Incline. I'm much older than you two, but now I have the confidence in trying it next SPRING. Journey On.
Hello Steven, just one step at a time and you 🫵will get to the top. Don’t do what we did and go back down right away. Stay up there and enjoy the serenity and the beauty that surrounds you. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Another adventurous video. I'm wondering how many times, either one of you said to yourself " whose brilliant idea was this"? lol Love the devotion to accomplishing what you set out for. Also, the love you both have for each other, is a blessing!! Be safe out there...
Hi Sunny, Like we mentioned, it’s not always easy for us to be transparent and put ourselves out there, but if we help one person then it’s worth it. We all need a little push every now and then. Blessings! Rhonda and Stan
Wow’s Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge on this adventure. I have been retired for about a year from driving a truck 🛻 and my new goal is to walk 1 mile every morning. Next year when Cathy is retired I want to be able to walk some of those trails too. Thanks From Wisconsin
Hello Bob and Cathy, that is great news being fully retired couple. We walk every morning and every night. We know if we stay sedentary too long we get stiff and hurt. Sounds like a great plan!! Thank you for joining us again this was one of the toughest we have ever done. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Hello Sue 👋 Thank you so much! Not sure we knew if we would make it or not, but just kept moving forward. 😃 We do cook a lot at the campsite. We do alot of simple meals, but we could definitely share more of that! Thank you for coming along with us tonight. ~ Rhonda and Stan
Very true! Definitely something you can train for, but you know us, we just go for it, lol! 😂 Glad it worked out as well as it did. Thanks for coming along and we appreciate the kind words. ~ Rhonda and Stan
Hi Dawn! Wow! 8400 feet! So you know all about altitude sickness being a real thing. We used to live in Big Bear Lake, Ca. at 6700 and when people would visit they experienced it. Lots of water is the key 😅 The Barr Trail hike is nice though if you were ever curious what the view was like from the top 😀 Thanks for coming along with us! ~ Rhonda and Stan
It is always good to know where the bathrooms are. 😀 That is such a challenge! Looks like a great challenge for you to overcome. It is not on our to do list, but glad you were able to check that off your list. We are both glad you didn't have any medical issues and returned safely. I am sure you felt your muscles the next day though!! - Jim & Michelle
Hi Jim and Michelle, we thought nothing could beat Angels Landing in Zion or when we biked Slickrock in Moab. This made us dig deeper than we have ever gone before. Thank you for joining us! You should put this on your list it is truly beautiful. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Oh boy! You guys rock! So proud of you guys for going up to the very top. Then my question was answered at the end (on the next episode): were you able to walk the following day? 🤣 I am unsure if I can say I would be able to do that. But you guys are such an inspiration! Thank you for being honest and real! Keep rockin!
@@KoriandJack Kori and Jack, thank you for your kind words and joining us on this incredible adventure for us! This has been one of our lifetime achievement. It doesn’t matter if you can’t make it all the way. There are plenty of places to get off the Incline. The important part is that you tied a new adventure and that is the accomplishment! Blessings to you both, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Hello 👋 Welcome, friends ☺️ Thank you for your kind words. We didn’t know if we would be able to make it up, but we just kept digging deep. Thank you for coming along with us on this journey. We look forward to being a part of your adventures in some small way. ~ Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures you certainly persisted. We were rooting for you guys to make it. You guys are also a great inspiration for stroke and cancer survivors. What a story you guys have.
Absolutely awesome! We have heard about these - brave of you guys to attempt it. And you did a fantastic job filming and editing this - we felt we were right there with you - ( but we were not breathing hard 😀) . That was a super inspiring video - and that really shined through on this production. Did you guys do anything to prepare for this fun ? The trail down looked. really nice too - its a beautiful area. Trave safe guys and we will see you soon!
Hi Guys! So glad you joined us on this one. We did not prepare at all except for riding our bikes. We probably should have done a little research. 2000 foot elevation gain is a little much in a mile. We always seem to fly at the seat of our pants. Hope to see you soon! Blessings to you both, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Hi Barbara, Thank you for your encouraging words! We are happy you came along with us up the Incline tonight. The view was the best part 😍 Blessings, Rhonda
Great job, y'all! 🫡🤜🤛 Big kudos to you both, and congrats for making it to the top in one piece!!! We were a bit concerned about Rhonda's nausea and headache, though. That was not a good sign! She was getting dehydrated on top of the cerebral hypoxia. You must drink every 15 minutes or so whether you feel thirsty or not. The hydration bladders really do make the difference these days! I wish I had one 40 years ago mapping in the high deserts and mountains of New Mexico. I carried 1 gallon of water every single day and drank more than 3/4 of it during the day. Of course, field mapping is a much slower pace, but you still had to hike into the area you were working in the early morning and back out again in the evening. Sometimes, the hike in was several miles. We're not surprised y'all were pretty stiff and sore the next morning, but it was worth it in the end! You two have certainly inspired me (Bob), especially since having a couple of balloon angioplasties and a stent to fix a couple of "widow makers" this summer. Nothing brings your mortality home quicker than that. Dottie was so relieved after everything was taken care of. I just want to get out and go see and do things just like y'all! We get up and thank the Lord every morning for the gift of a new day full of new adventures. This is why we love following y'all's travels and adventures. We're still looking for the right 5th-wheel so we can continue our quest to see what's around the next bend or over the next hill. The truck is ready to go, and so are we! Keep up the great videos! They're all very special! Safe travels, and God bless y'all! Bob and Dottie
Hi Bob and Dottie, thank you for joining us on this particular journey. I ( Stan) was not aware of the magnitude of this hike. Rhonda was taking in good water. Once she had the cereal bar she felt much better. When I had my stroke my entire right side was compromised. My right side of my face was drooped and had no control. I couldn’t move my right arm or my right leg. Two things happened that save my life. The paramedics gave me stroke medicine right away. My Pastor came in and prayed for me. After he prayed things began to change like a light switch. God has given me a second chance. What they found out later is I had two strokes. One in my front left lobe and one on the left side of my Medulla Oblongata. Which explained the right side being paralyzed and the vomiting. Rhonda thought she would be taking care of a drooling man in a wheelchair for the rest of my life. I was working Homicide and the pressure was too much for my unhealthy body. With Rhonda being a cancer survivor we cannot take the chance of being sedentary. Our quest now is to shine the light of the Lord everywhere we go and encourage folks to be active. This was the hardest thing we have ever done. We are so glad we did and made it to the top. We could not of done without God’s strength. We are not that strong. So we give Him all the glory for His strength, mercy and grace! Find your little fiver and get after that new adventure that is waiting for you! May God bless your journey and hopefully we will meet someday down the road. Blessings to you both, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
That was an incredible accomplishment. Congratulations! As I was watching, I was wondering how you would fell the days after the climb. For me? I take a bike ride every day with my dog. We try to go a bit farther each day. I think we will be going to the Smokies in 2025. I hope to hike when we get there.
Hi Claudia! We love hearing what inspires you 👏 When you go to the Smokies you will be ready to ride your bike in Cades Cove. We did it a few years ago and it was a memorable ride 👏 if I remember right it’s open to bikes only on a certain day like Wednesday and during a certain time of year. Thanks for coming along with us once again! ❤️
You might already know this, but proper hydration and a baby aspirin a day greatly migrate the effects of altitude on the body. Some medical conditions, aspirin is a no-go, so make sure you can take aspirin first.
Hehehe Well NO-NO-NO, that does not inspire me whatsoever. As you say, NOT TOO BAD. I will take that challenge all the way to the front of my TV as I’m watching my RUclips.. You go, not me. I will say it looks Nice. Borderline of nausea that’s bad girl.
You guys, that was incredible! I’m so proud of you! There’s usually at least once an episode that we will quote Rhonda and say ‘we’ve already established no one feels sorry for you, Stan’, but I felt a little sorry for Stan tonight. 😂 Thanks for always inspiring us to push ourselves. ❤
Hi Erikka, I was truly so proud of him for doing this challenge. 👏 He actually started off not feeling the best, but still made it to the top. Reliving this moment brought tears to both our eyes. It was a moment we will never forget. 🙌 Too funny that you quote me about not feeling sorry for Stan 🤣 I get it this time though 😬Thanks for coming along with us once again. We appreciate you! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Rhonda I use your quote "Slow your roll". Your video this week inspired me to get out there and walk to my Bible study instead of driving. You both are such an inspiration. Stan, I love how you encourage and praise Rhonda in your videos. Your love for one another is a beautiful example.
Thank you so much for your kind words! It is what we are all about. To inspire, encourage to get active and find your new adventure. Thank you for joining us and sharing. Walking to Bible study we absolutely love it!! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
You guys are studs!!! Thank you , Rhonda, for the inspiration.
Hi Doug, always love hearing from you! Especially from the couple that still looks the same from the day they left Big Bear. Always have a special place for you in our hearts. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Thank yoú ❤ loved your chatting your way hiking 🥾 🥾🥾🥾 up and down.Super Seniors on the MOVE
Thank you for joining us it was a tough one!! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Both of you are inspirational! Congratulations ❤ on making it all the way to the top of the incline.
We love watching your journey.
Hi Celeste, thank you for joining us and you kind words! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
That was amazing! You guys are such an inspiration. Thank you for putting yourselves out there and sharing. Your testimony is such a gift and we love seeing God’s light in you both. Safe travels friends! ❤Lareka & Kevin
Hi friends! Thank you so much for your kind words! We know you guys know exactly what we are talking about. It’s not easy to be so transparent, but if it helps others it’s all worth it! AND, without the channel we wouldn’t have met wonderful people like you guys 🙏 Blessings and safe travels, Rhonda and Stan
That was an incredible feat you two! You never gave up. You are an inspiration. The views from the trail was breathtaking!
Hi Karla, it was crazy difficult! Although when life’s struggles catch you by surprise, just take one step at a time and get through it with God’s help. That is what we learned from this horrendous hike. One and done! Hats off to the 500 Club who do this climb 500 times a year! Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
OH my goodness! congratulations!!! I am out of breath just watching .
Hi Carolyn, thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Wow, you guys! We are so impressed! You guys are absolute champions!! 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼💪🏼🏆
Hi Dan and Lyndi, Thanks for the trophy 🏆 😜 Love you guys!
Congratulations to you both for making it to the top! We can do hard things and you proved that camera! 💪
Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Great job. You both are proof that if you fight, you can win with health issues. You're an inspiration to everyone. That's why we watch your videos your good people.
Awe!! Thank you so much we really appreciate that. Thank you for joining us! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
GREAT JB Guys! Very Very proud of you! God's Blessings!
Thank you so much! We appreciate that so much! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Oh my gosh you guys! That would have killed me! Congratulations on making it up all those stairs and living to tell about it!
Hi Carol! My Dad always said, How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. 😂😅 Thanks for coming along with us!
Well done you two. Much respect.
Hi Richard, thank you! We appreciate you joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
You guys are amazing! Well done! I completed the incline about 6 years ago, might be more. It’s hard! Really hard. Plus your mention of your past health problems, you’re inspiring! I’m 56 and a year out from chemo. You’re inspiring me to get stronger and do the incline again. 😊
Julie, You just made me gasp 😮 This is exactly why we put ourselves out there 🥹 You are an inspiration! PLEASE keep us posted as to when you get to see the view from the top again! You got this! 💕 Blessings, Rhonda and Stan
I am so glad you made the trip ok. I was concerned because I noticed Rhonda all of a sudden had gotten pretty pale over halfway down the trail. You two amaze me at all that you do & WANT to do!!! You two should have taken time to go soak in a jacuzzi after that round trip before tackling anymore steep stairs or trails. Please stay safe out there!
Thank you so much for your concern! Thank so much for your kind words and joining us on this journey! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Way to go.....I would have quit at he parking attendants view!
Hi Tom, That’s funny 😆 We just kept putting one foot in front of the other and it got us up there 👏 Thanks so much for coming along with us. Glad we could share this adventure with you because we get why it’s not for everyone. 😬 ~ Rhonda and Stan
That's awesome. We so enjoy your videos.
Hi Mark, thank you for joining us! We are so glad you are enjoying the channel. Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
What an accomplishment 🎉
Hi Diane, thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Omg I can’t believe you guys made it to the top. Congratulations that was amazing
Hi Mike, we can’t believe it either! Thank you for joining us! This was definitely a huge accomplishment for us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Yay! Congrats! We did the Incline a couple years ago. Got passed on the way up by an 85 year old guy carrying a weighted vest.....humbling. Hubby still refers to them as The Steps of Death. I've read you should be able to reach the top in the same number of minutes as you are old...we did NOT make that metric.🙃
That is awesome!! To be completely honest we might of made it if it wasn’t for a certain Stan detour we could not avoid or put on camera. 😂😜🤪
Stan and Rhonda that was truly an amazing feat you both accomplished. We both said we definitely would do this but need to get into better shape for sure. We want to challenge ourselves to do things like this more and more. So proud of you guys❤
Hi Lorie and Jeff!! This one was a doozy, but it felt good to accomplish something to that scale, especially to accomplish it together ❤️ You guys are on the mend and will be out doing new, challenging things in no time! So excited for this next adventure of yours! 👏
@@OverTheHillAdventuresThank you! Rhonda is your hydration backpack for you guys very heavy while hiking?
Not at all! Stan got a bigger one for this hike, but he said it wasn’t heavy.
@@OverTheHillAdventures Thank you❤️You are both very inspiring!!
we parked same lot and rode shuttle. those step count markings kept us going. it was such an accomplishment. be proud of yourselves!😊we r all proud of u!❤
We feel totally blessed God gave us the strength to endure!! Thank you for joining us! Your kind words are our inspiration. Stan and Rhonda🙌❤️
You are awesome and an inspiration!
We appreciate your kind words! We honestly give God all the glory for our healing and for keeping us going 🙌 We feel this is our way to give back to others and encourage them to keep going. ☺️ Rhonda and Stan
We just watched your video!! Amazing!! So wish we could have tried the Incline when we were there, but Rick had pulled a muscle in his back a few days before. You both are an inspiration to us all. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures! Safe travels from Laurie and Rick Moore
Hello Laurie and Rick 👋 Thank you so much for your kind words of encouragement. Sorry to hear about Rick’s back injury and hope he’s doing much better now. Back issues are no fun! The Incline isn’t going anywhere so it will be waiting for you 🤣👏 Blessings and safe travels to you as well! ~ Rhonda and Stan
I really admire your persistence, but I’m 68 and in decent shape but wow I don’t think I would have the breath to make it up there! I would definitely need a hand rail and the thin air just makes it worse. When you mentioned the gondola ride down that’s an excellent idea up is one thing down is another. Congratulations on the climb!
Hi Walter, there were plenty of folks much older than us. I would suggest hiking poles. It will give you so much stability. Thank you for joining us again, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
You two have transcended challenges I can only dream of, so I thank you for being inspirational. I'm looking forward to more headlong challenges from you, Rhonda, and more epic one-liners from you, Stan. Continued safe and happy travels.🙏🏾💙🤍❤️
Raul, Thank you for your continued support and your friendship. We absolutely appreciate you. ☺️
You guys are awesome, and an inspiration, love your emotions so good
Hello Chris, Thank you so much for your kind words! We truly appreciate you coming along with us on this emotional journey tonight. 👍 Thanks for reaching out! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Wow!!! I would never have done it. As soon as I started feeling bad, just looking down at how far you've come then back up to what hasn't yet been covered....that would scare me!! At least the trail down was beautiful ❤️
We visited there but only yook pictures at the start. I lose my balance and equilibrium on those steps - couldnt do it.
Kudos to you for accomplishing such a strenuous feat!!🎉
So sorry to hear this! At least you got to the start of it. That was a climb in itself. Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Wow! Congratulations!
Hi Stuward! Thank you so much! It was hard reliving it, lol! Just kidding, made us feel proud all over again 🙏🙌👏 Thanks for coming along with us tonight! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Wow, what an adventure! Thank you for sharing and I really enjoyed the narrative and the return path (Barr Trail)--didn't know that existed. We just recently moved to Woodland Park and took the Manitou COG Railway to Pikes Peak, but now you have me intrigued in walking the Manitou Incline. I'm much older than you two, but now I have the confidence in trying it next SPRING. Journey On.
Hello Steven, just one step at a time and you 🫵will get to the top. Don’t do what we did and go back down right away. Stay up there and enjoy the serenity and the beauty that surrounds you. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Another adventurous video. I'm wondering how many times, either one of you said to yourself " whose brilliant idea was this"? lol Love the devotion to accomplishing what you set out for. Also, the love you both have for each other, is a blessing!! Be safe out there...
Hi Allen, thank you for your supportive and kind words! Thank you for joining us! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Y'all amaze me. Great job!!
Hi Jane! I think we amazed ourselves with that hike! 😂 Glad we did it, but glad it’s behind us. Thanks for coming along! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Way to go guys!!!!! Thank you for sharing your health issues and giving us all the push to get out and do our best.
Hi Sunny, Like we mentioned, it’s not always easy for us to be transparent and put ourselves out there, but if we help one person then it’s worth it. We all need a little push every now and then. Blessings!
Rhonda and Stan
Thanks for sharing! This is on my list.
Hi Kari, thank you for joining us! Just remember one step at a time will get you to the top!! Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
We did it Oct 1 ! Now I wanna do it again ! So much I wanna move 😂
Wow’s Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge on this adventure. I have been retired for about a year from driving a truck 🛻 and my new goal is to walk 1 mile every morning. Next year when Cathy is retired I want to be able to walk some of those trails too. Thanks From Wisconsin
Hello Bob and Cathy, that is great news being fully retired couple. We walk every morning and every night. We know if we stay sedentary too long we get stiff and hurt. Sounds like a great plan!! Thank you for joining us again this was one of the toughest we have ever done. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
@@OverTheHillAdventures 😊
Great job on on all those steps!! You two are keeping fit. Maybe you can do a video on what you eat when you travel do you cook a lot?
Hello Sue 👋 Thank you so much! Not sure we knew if we would make it or not, but just kept moving forward. 😃 We do cook a lot at the campsite. We do alot of simple meals, but we could definitely share more of that! Thank you for coming along with us tonight. ~ Rhonda and Stan
Love you guys. So encouraging to watch. Blessings.
Hello Janice, it is always wonderful to hear from you. Thank you for joining us! Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
You didn't prepare yourself for it,lol. Congratulations! I hope you can make it back down. i enjoy your videos, keep it up
Very true! Definitely something you can train for, but you know us, we just go for it, lol! 😂 Glad it worked out as well as it did. Thanks for coming along and we appreciate the kind words. ~ Rhonda and Stan
Lived in CO going on 15 years. Live at 8'400 feet. Never did that crazy hike, and don't plan to do it. 😊
Hi Dawn! Wow! 8400 feet! So you know all about altitude sickness being a real thing. We used to live in Big Bear Lake, Ca. at 6700 and when people would visit they experienced it. Lots of water is the key 😅 The Barr Trail hike is nice though if you were ever curious what the view was like from the top 😀 Thanks for coming along with us! ~ Rhonda and Stan
It is always good to know where the bathrooms are. 😀 That is such a challenge! Looks like a great challenge for you to overcome. It is not on our to do list, but glad you were able to check that off your list. We are both glad you didn't have any medical issues and returned safely. I am sure you felt your muscles the next day though!! - Jim & Michelle
Hi Jim and Michelle, we thought nothing could beat Angels Landing in Zion or when we biked Slickrock in Moab. This made us dig deeper than we have ever gone before. Thank you for joining us! You should put this on your list it is truly beautiful. Blessings, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
What an awesome challenge and you conquered it. Congratulations.
Hi Jim, Thank you for coming along with us tonight! We just kept moving; slow and steady won the race 😜
Oh boy! You guys rock! So proud of you guys for going up to the very top. Then my question was answered at the end (on the next episode): were you able to walk the following day? 🤣 I am unsure if I can say I would be able to do that. But you guys are such an inspiration! Thank you for being honest and real! Keep rockin!
@@KoriandJack Kori and Jack, thank you for your kind words and joining us on this incredible adventure for us! This has been one of our lifetime achievement. It doesn’t matter if you can’t make it all the way. There are plenty of places to get off the Incline. The important part is that you tied a new adventure and that is the accomplishment! Blessings to you both, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
We are new to you channel. That was incredible what you guys did. Congratulations!!! You guys are truly inspirational. We love your travel already.
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Welcome, friends ☺️ Thank you for your kind words. We didn’t know if we would be able to make it up, but we just kept digging deep. Thank you for coming along with us on this journey. We look forward to being a part of your adventures in some small way.
~ Rhonda and Stan
@@OverTheHillAdventures you certainly persisted. We were rooting for you guys to make it. You guys are also a great inspiration for stroke and cancer survivors. What a story you guys have.
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Absolutely awesome! We have heard about these - brave of you guys to attempt it. And you did a fantastic job filming and editing this - we felt we were right there with you - ( but we were not breathing hard 😀) . That was a super inspiring video - and that really shined through on this production. Did you guys do anything to prepare for this fun ? The trail down looked. really nice too - its a beautiful area. Trave safe guys and we will see you soon!
Hi Guys! So glad you joined us on this one. We did not prepare at all except for riding our bikes. We probably should have done a little research. 2000 foot elevation gain is a little much in a mile. We always seem to fly at the seat of our pants. Hope to see you soon! Blessings to you both, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Quite an accomplishment! Wow!
Hi Barbara, Thank you for your encouraging words! We are happy you came along with us up the Incline tonight. The view was the best part 😍 Blessings, Rhonda
Great job, y'all! 🫡🤜🤛 Big kudos to you both, and congrats for making it to the top in one piece!!! We were a bit concerned about Rhonda's nausea and headache, though. That was not a good sign! She was getting dehydrated on top of the cerebral hypoxia. You must drink every 15 minutes or so whether you feel thirsty or not. The hydration bladders really do make the difference these days! I wish I had one 40 years ago mapping in the high deserts and mountains of New Mexico. I carried 1 gallon of water every single day and drank more than 3/4 of it during the day. Of course, field mapping is a much slower pace, but you still had to hike into the area you were working in the early morning and back out again in the evening. Sometimes, the hike in was several miles.
We're not surprised y'all were pretty stiff and sore the next morning, but it was worth it in the end!
You two have certainly inspired me (Bob), especially since having a couple of balloon angioplasties and a stent to fix a couple of "widow makers" this summer. Nothing brings your mortality home quicker than that. Dottie was so relieved after everything was taken care of. I just want to get out and go see and do things just like y'all! We get up and thank the Lord every morning for the gift of a new day full of new adventures. This is why we love following y'all's travels and adventures. We're still looking for the right 5th-wheel so we can continue our quest to see what's around the next bend or over the next hill. The truck is ready to go, and so are we!
Keep up the great videos! They're all very special!
Safe travels, and God bless y'all!
Bob and Dottie
Hi Bob and Dottie, thank you for joining us on this particular journey. I ( Stan) was not aware of the magnitude of this hike. Rhonda was taking in good water. Once she had the cereal bar she felt much better.
When I had my stroke my entire right side was compromised. My right side of my face was drooped and had no control. I couldn’t move my right arm or my right leg. Two things happened that save my life. The paramedics gave me stroke medicine right away. My Pastor came in and prayed for me. After he prayed things began to change like a light switch. God has given me a second chance. What they found out later is I had two strokes. One in my front left lobe and one on the left side of my Medulla Oblongata. Which explained the right side being paralyzed and the vomiting. Rhonda thought she would be taking care of a drooling man in a wheelchair for the rest of my life. I was working Homicide and the pressure was too much for my unhealthy body. With Rhonda being a cancer survivor we cannot take the chance of being sedentary. Our quest now is to shine the light of the Lord everywhere we go and encourage folks to be active. This was the hardest thing we have ever done. We are so glad we did and made it to the top. We could not of done without God’s strength. We are not that strong. So we give Him all the glory for His strength, mercy and grace!
Find your little fiver and get after that new adventure that is waiting for you! May God bless your journey and hopefully we will meet someday down the road. Blessings to you both, Stan and Rhonda🙏🏼❤️
Awesome!!! Congratulations!!!
Hi Jim, Thank you so much for coming along with us up the Incline 👏😊
That was an incredible accomplishment. Congratulations! As I was watching, I was wondering how you would fell the days after the climb. For me? I take a bike ride every day with my dog. We try to go a bit farther each day. I think we will be going to the Smokies in 2025. I hope to hike when we get there.
Hi Claudia! We love hearing what inspires you 👏 When you go to the Smokies you will be ready to ride your bike in Cades Cove. We did it a few years ago and it was a memorable ride 👏 if I remember right it’s open to bikes only on a certain day like Wednesday and during a certain time of year. Thanks for coming along with us once again! ❤️
You might already know this, but proper hydration and a baby aspirin a day greatly migrate the effects of altitude on the body. Some medical conditions, aspirin is a no-go, so make sure you can take aspirin first.
Challenge declined.. don’t do it for me! I do applaud you.
Hi Johnny, 😂 No worries! We all have our own “Incline” and everyone’s can look different. Blessings! ~ Rhonda and Stan
Hehehe Well NO-NO-NO, that does not inspire me whatsoever. As you say, NOT TOO BAD. I will take that challenge all the way to the front of my TV as I’m watching my RUclips.. You go, not me. I will say it looks Nice. Borderline of nausea that’s bad girl.
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You go, Tim!! 📺Thanks for your gift of humor! You ALWAYS give us a chuckle 🤭