I watch all of your videos. I appreciate hearing from an experienced hiker who isn’t in their 20s or 30’s, and to be reminded that an older hiker can kick ass with mileage. I enjoy the wit and commentary on random topics. It’s great to tune in to that “on trail” feeling even when I am off trail, recovering from a surgery or whatever. The channel is only nominally about hiking. It’s you who makes the channel. So you might as well find some new things to offer your unfiltered opinion about and keep on filming!
Was already a ‘Durstonite’ when I found your channel, so it was fun to see your take on the X mid and Kakwa. Loved reading about your RV lifestyle too. I turned 65 this year and am really enjoying some backpacking and your thoughts and ideas. You’ve grabbed what many of us only chase…the idea of a less traditional lifestyle allowing you to enjoy the most important things - His Creation and your wife and family. Thanks for the effort it takes to create and am looking forward to whatever is next for you.
Thank you. Still enjoying the creative side, especially the wildlife sightings I can record. Always wanted to be a wildlife photographer, but I'm blind in one eye, and have no depth perception. But the fun is in the chase. Keep Smilin'
I too, have throughly enjoyed listening and learning from what you have to say. I also like watching you filming the wildlife and vegetation on the trail and identifying what you film. I smile and learn a lot! Thanks! Keep smiling!
I'm a long time follower and have enjoyed reading each of your books!! Your stories, tips and way of sharing is real, informative and most of all .. entertaining. I am now having the opportunity to watch your videos on a regular basis and can tell you that your stories, analysis, sense of humor and way of bringing us along on the trail definitely adds to my smile. Thanks! Look forward to more as I feel you deserve at least a brew pub beer every now and then!!
glad you pivoted the channel from your singing career to your backpacking career. You've walked a lot of miles and have seen a lot of things. I figured you thought you're about to keel over so you are sharing the knowledge. I appreciate it. keep smilin'
Thanks for the free book. I am a long distance backpacker but no one knows it all and it sure has changed since my first hike on the PCT in 94. Your videos are all appreciated.
When I started hiking I basically bought your setup because of you! Then you changed tents and left me with my xmid. Not sure how I feel about that! Anyway, I watch your videos because I'm interested in what you say. You have the experience and it seems wise to heed your advice. Keep smiling!
I still like the xmid more than any other trekking pole supported tent. If you have to be stuck with a tent, that's the one. 1/3 the price of my Enan, much lighter, very robust. Hope this finds you hiking. Keep Smilin'
I’ve always avoided posting this question because it wasn’t related to the topic of the video. But now, I feel I can finally ask. I’m on an iPhone and it seems that I can’t download your book for free unless I pay for the Kindle Unlimited service. Is this true, or am I just not understanding how to download the book for free. If it is a KindleUnlimited issue, could you reclassify it to be available under Prime Reading, to broaden the audience that could get it for free?
I believe all you need is the free Kindle app to download free books on other than Amazon devices. I don't see an option to change formats. Let me know if that works. It's not a perfect system. Sometimes Amazon won't let me change to free ebook, but usually it is twice a month. Keep Smilin '
@@packtoter I just don’t see a way to download / view it, other than being a member of Kindle Unlimited. Looking forward to other comments that either confirm or show me what my obvious mistake is.
According to my wife, Google changed the rules. I guess the Play Store does not allow the Kindle App to download free Amazon books any longer. They are all trying to build a large moat around their services so they can force dollars to flow in their direction. So maybe there is no such thing as a "free lunch" anymore. My wife uses "Libby" which is a library app, but the library would have to have the book, which is doubtful. Everything in the Packtoter book is on the channel, so just buy the extra large popcorn and relax in front of the computer screen. Better yet, go hiking. Keep Smilin'
I watch all of your videos. I appreciate hearing from an experienced hiker who isn’t in their 20s or 30’s, and to be reminded that an older hiker can kick ass with mileage. I enjoy the wit and commentary on random topics. It’s great to tune in to that “on trail” feeling even when I am off trail, recovering from a surgery or whatever. The channel is only nominally about hiking. It’s you who makes the channel. So you might as well find some new things to offer your unfiltered opinion about and keep on filming!
Thanks refreshing to hear 🎉
Was already a ‘Durstonite’ when I found your channel, so it was fun to see your take on the X mid and Kakwa. Loved reading about your RV lifestyle too. I turned 65 this year and am really enjoying some backpacking and your thoughts and ideas. You’ve grabbed what many of us only chase…the idea of a less traditional lifestyle allowing you to enjoy the most important things - His Creation and your wife and
family. Thanks for the effort it takes to create and am looking forward to whatever is next for you.
Thank you. Still enjoying the creative side, especially the wildlife sightings I can record. Always wanted to be a wildlife photographer, but I'm blind in one eye, and have no depth perception. But the fun is in the chase. Keep Smilin'
Actually have minor eye issues myself so I understand. Depth perception is handy! You get some great wildlife shots! We can all keep chasin’ !
I found your channel from your Kakwa 40L review (which I ended up buying and loving) and I've been enjoying your content ever since!
Thanks. Still love my Kakwa 40 also. Keep Smilin'
I too, have throughly enjoyed listening and learning from what you have to say. I also like watching you filming the wildlife and vegetation on the trail and identifying what you film. I smile and learn a lot! Thanks! Keep smiling!
Thanks. Keep Smilin'
You keep putting them out, and I'll keep smiling! Love all your content! I think I've watched most of it at least twice!👊🏽👍🏽
Thanks. Im not going anywhere, just being more selective in what I put out. Thanks for watching. Keep Smilin'
I'm a long time follower and have enjoyed reading each of your books!! Your stories, tips and way of sharing is real, informative and most of all .. entertaining. I am now having the opportunity to watch your videos on a regular basis and can tell you that your stories, analysis, sense of humor and way of bringing us along on the trail definitely adds to my smile. Thanks! Look forward to more as I feel you deserve at least a brew pub beer every now and then!!
@ImkelinaNicolai Ya! Brew Pub Beer is high on most backpackers' list of necessary town stops. Keep Smilin'
glad you pivoted the channel from your singing career to your backpacking career. You've walked a lot of miles and have seen a lot of things. I figured you thought you're about to keel over so you are sharing the knowledge. I appreciate it. keep smilin'
Ya, never know when you're going to keel over. I'm just going to live until I die. Keep Smilin'
Thanks for the free book. I am a long distance backpacker but no one knows it all and it sure has changed since my first hike on the PCT in 94. Your videos are all appreciated.
Things do keep evolving. I don't change up very quickly. Like to wear things out. Keep Smilin'
I have learned a ton from your videos. Appreciate all the effort and looking forward to you jumping back on down the road.
Thanks. Keep Smilin'
Love the content! Can’t wait until you can get to the “money for a beer everyday” stage!!
@@backcountrybrendan me too! Keep Smilin'
I enjoy your content!
When I started hiking I basically bought your setup because of you! Then you changed tents and left me with my xmid. Not sure how I feel about that! Anyway, I watch your videos because I'm interested in what you say. You have the experience and it seems wise to heed your advice. Keep smiling!
I still like the xmid more than any other trekking pole supported tent. If you have to be stuck with a tent, that's the one. 1/3 the price of my Enan, much lighter, very robust. Hope this finds you hiking. Keep Smilin'
I’ve always enjoyed your videos. They are always useful and interesting. Thank you for your work!
Thanks. I still enjoy making them. Gives me something to do on the trail. Thanks for watching. Keep Smilin'
Your food for thought is pretty tasty! Keep up the good work I say!.
Thanks. Keep Smilin'
I’ve always avoided posting this question because it wasn’t related to the topic of the video.
But now, I feel I can finally ask.
I’m on an iPhone and it seems that I can’t download your book for free unless I pay for the Kindle Unlimited service.
Is this true, or am I just not understanding how to download the book for free. If it is a KindleUnlimited issue, could you reclassify it to be available under Prime Reading, to broaden the audience that could get it for free?
I believe all you need is the free Kindle app to download free books on other than Amazon devices. I don't see an option to change formats. Let me know if that works. It's not a perfect system. Sometimes Amazon won't let me change to free ebook, but usually it is twice a month. Keep Smilin '
@@packtoter I just don’t see a way to download / view it, other than being a member of Kindle Unlimited. Looking forward to other comments that either confirm or show me what my obvious mistake is.
According to my wife, Google changed the rules. I guess the Play Store does not allow the Kindle App to download free Amazon books any longer. They are all trying to build a large moat around their services so they can force dollars to flow in their direction. So maybe there is no such thing as a "free lunch" anymore. My wife uses "Libby" which is a library app, but the library would have to have the book, which is doubtful. Everything in the Packtoter book is on the channel, so just buy the extra large popcorn and relax in front of the computer screen. Better yet, go hiking. Keep Smilin'
I jumped on Amazon today using my iPhone and used the ‘read now’ button. That is working so far on my browser. Maybe that helps.