We Need To Talk... The Future of Darwin on the Trail
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- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
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I honestly don’t care if you have sponsored content, you’ve got bills to pay and hikes/climbing to fund, you’re one of a few creators that definitely aren’t shilling. Keep on kicking on.
The deep dive in the gear companies would be fun to watch and know more about each company and the people behind the scenes! Welcome back and keep up the good work!
How gear is made sounds very compelling to me. I don't see how anyone has a right to say anything about you being sponsored???? I watch these videos for free and I can even fast forward past adds most of the time! If it keeps you going and we get what we look forward to, it is a win/win in my book. Thanks Darwin and keep the videos coming!
i have gotten into hiking at an older age. Some of my favorite talks you have done have been on keeping in shape and avoiding injury. Anything along those lines would be great.
What you’re doing for the channel and yourself is amazing. I could care less if you had a sponsor editor or any other things discussed, I just appreciate your openness, transparency, and honesty with us. This is something that we do not see all in all too often this day.
Also, the information and inspiration to become more active in the outdoors, helped me to started backpacking back in 2019 and now getting into longer trips with bike packing. Your support for public lands is something that is admirable, and I wish more people had as well and further gave me the inspiration to take a career to help protect and assist in the management of these lands for the public. I do not have enough thank yous for you.
Get a sponsor, get a Patreon account, get an editor. Do what you need to do to bring content to your channel. This is a business venture and that is what is needed to do well. I really like this channel. Love the trips, the gear reviews, and anything else you present. I'm a fan!
Agreed. Absolutely nothing wrong with having sponsors. It’s not incompatible with having unbiased reviews. We support you!
Thanks for the support! Also… I’ve had a Patreon account for the past 7 years 😉
As far as content, this is something I have wondered, but can’t find evidence of….. has anyone ever hiked the Blue Blazes (only) from beginning to end on the AT? There are so many on the AT, but if your a thru hiker, many times, it’s full steam ahead, white blazes. So I just wonder if it is doable by blue blazes only? Just food for thought…
Personally, I'm most likely to actually watch trip videos.
Agreed!
@@mrwhirly0358 Double Agree.
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Quadruple agree.
Hike your own hike, run your own channel. However you do it, I am just glad you are doing it. My favorite content would include both the actual trip videos, and the trip prep/logistic planning videos.
Just wanted to say thank you for creating this content. Yours was the first backpacking channel I was introduced to, and thanks to the information and inspiration I have gotten here, I will be doing my first ever section hike of the AZT (SOBO) starting this Saturday!
The most anxiety-inducing sentence, “we need to talk.”
Get a life
Ain't that the truth!
Riiiiight!? 😂
As to the sponsorship, you do you! I love the honest gear reviews so I appreciate that you’re planning to keep it that way! As far as ideas, maybe shorter hike ideas for those who can’t afford months on a trail. Maybe 3 days to a week hiking opportunities in different parts of the country (US). Thanks for being real!
I'm here for the trip videos. While I used to appreciate gear reviews, I've adventures enough that my gear is dialed in exactly for me and the types of trips I go on. Any new purchase would either be a replacement of something that malfunctioned or an insignificant upgrade.
I'm eager to hike vicariously through your videos to places that my family commitments just don't allow me to.
I’m glad you are taking sponsors now, it helps support the content we all love, I have no problems with it. I love seeing how products are made, I’d be interested In those types of videos.
You are a business owner that is providing for his family. Keep making the best decisions for you. We like the trip videos best, and will continue watching other content that interests us. Thanks for all the great content you have produced. ..
Unless you’ve tried to make your own RUclips videos, it’s hard to appreciate the time and effort that goes into it. From getting the content to editing & knowing how to piece it all together to make it interesting. It’s not easy & extremely time consuming. Getting an editor is an awesome idea. I do miss your long trip videos!
I love seeing videos focused on the trips you have taken. Even if they are shorter installments of the same trip, I would watch; scenery changes. I won't be able to afford international trips, so watching those is great for me.
Love all your content and understand that sponsors are a way to make quality content on a regular basis and not be broke. Keep doing you.
I just love how much you care about people. I co-hosted and co-produced a podcast for almost 10 years and we didn’t want to bring people on board without paying them…and in the world of content creation, that typically means needing some kind of sponsorship. Keep up the great work!
As far as video ideas… You’ve done something like this before, but it has probably changed a lot - *especially* with new adventures like mountaineering. But I was thinking seeing your preparation for your adventures. Similar to what Cody Townsend was doing for The Fifty videos. You don’t necessarily need to do avy prep and predictions…but what *do* you do to prep for your adventures.
Thanks as always, good sir!
I love all content whether it be backpacking, bike packing, or mountain climbing. Just keep doing what you want to do and I will continue to watch!
You know what would be a great video? A "What to do when specific things go wrong on trail". Like, what happens if your backpack strap breaks, or what if you go to filter water and nothing comes out of your water filter, or what happens if you get to a campsite late in a day and every single available spot is taken. What do I do if I wake up on my second day and my calves hurt so bad I can barely extend my feet. Just some reference guides that could help prepare someone who was planning a trip to fall back on if something did go wrong.
Love this!
Answers:
1 - Backpack Strap broken --- Make sure you have needle and thread and take a lightweight emergency strap with you and some wire. Have some rope and a knife. And some tape. All these will come in handy in fixing the backpack. You can cut a hole in the separate parts of the strap and put the rope through and tie it and then add some of that great gorilla tape or your favorite tape to reinforce if you don't have an extra strap with you. Use your brain and you will fix it.
2 - broken water filters -- read the instructions. No how to clean it. Make sure it works before you go into the wilderness. Wash it out properly. Carry water furification tablets and an ultraviolet light with you.
3- getting to a crowded campsite with no availability. -- Duh - Keep walking and stealth camp in quieter and more pleasant place. Or scream and yell at people who were there ahead of you and call them selfish if they don't make a space for you.
4 - Calves hurt you can't extend your legs..... Point your toes upward and backward while lying down. If that doesn't work, take ibuprofen and wait. If it still hurts you may have to stay put for a day or two. Worse comes to worse signal for emergency help.
5 - Reference guides -- they already exist. There are many books on backpacking and it covers nearly every situation. Find a good book or two and read them!!!!!! And learn first aid and carry a good first aid kit.... Don't worry about the extra weight. Ultralight is a dangerous game. Carry what you need. Remember: you can easily carry up to one-third of your weight. If you can't do that, then you should train.
There - You don't need a half hour video by someone who may not have the correct knowledge although they claim years of experience and have a RUclips channel. Stop relying on these RUclipsrs and get out there. There is much more info in books......
When you put your heart and mind into what you enjoy, I’m sure it will be worth the wait and be great to watch and enjoy. Always a pleasure watching your content, short and long video content is a great resource for our community. Thanks for what you do! Standing by for what ever your heart and mind compel you to do. 🤙🏽
I actually love that your channel is already a mix of everything. Its not only the ins and outs of backpacking but also getting to see your story unfold along the way.❤
It’s great to see you back and producing more excellent content and I’m not bothered that the videos are sponsored as long as the sponsors are relevant to the videos you make.
I for one would love to see videos for people on a limited budget or are just starting out thru hiking. Not all of us can afford the latest DCF tent but being able to lighten our packs with good quality gear that won’t break the bank would be a godsend.
When this started up, I hoped the "future of the channel" was that you were hiring an editor. Glad to know sponsorships are allowing that and that you're busy enough with ideas to keep things moving. Looking forward to the future of the channel!
I love the trip videos, especially longer length videos that really spotlight your videographer skills. Those have always been some of my favorite videos of yours because the scenery that you present has been captured so beautifully.
Stoked to see what you can do with a team, considering what you’ve built on your own. I wanna see more on trail vlogging. It’s such a fun escape.
Hey Darwin, I’m 59 years old and took up backpacking in Michigan about 5 or 6 years ago. You have been an invaluable source of information & inspiration, and I am now about to do my first thru hike this August (John Muir Trail). I don’t have any great ideas for videos as you seem to touch on most everything I’m interested in. Possibly some “how to” videos such as fording a river, or other back country safety stuff. Thanks for what you do!
Like a few already mentioned here, I’ve reconnected to backpacking at an older age from when I was a boyscout and my daughter now joins me. I’ve finally fitted out our gear list after renting for the past two years. Love the trip videos. Keep them coming.
Sounds like you’re at the point of becoming a people manager or burn out on your endeavor. I hope you can make the transition, I really enjoy your content and find it educational as well. Good luck!
The 3rd backpacking trip of my life was the JMT in 2015 at the age of 46. I fell in love with the Sierra on that trip, and I hope you do as well.
Been watching you for years now Darwin. You've both taught and inspired me. My hikes have been more varied as of late and I would like to hear your insight on what to consider when setting up camp in different environments (beach, above treeline, snow, jungle, etc...). Thanks again for the years of videos. Do what you gotta do to keep the channel going the way you want it to.
I'm sure that your viewers come from a variety of backgrounds and interests. Mine is camping out of a kayak. Most anyone who I talk to about outdoor gear knows who Darwin is.
Appreciate the honesty and transparency about the work behind the process. And glad you came back to YT after the hiatus!
I’d love to see a little more of mountaineering content and definitely the series about how gear comes to life.
Thank you!
Darwin, I’ve loved watching all your hiking trips the most, and gear reviews a far second. Looking forward to continuing to follow your incredible adventures in the outdoors!
Darwin, I’m a fan of your channel mostly because of your down to earth personality. I like trip videos perhaps most, but will likely watch whatever you put out. I do like the “where gear comes from” idea. Glad you are getting the help you need to be able to balance life. You don’t owe us anything, but I appreciate all the work you’ve put in to entertaining and helping us all these years!
One of the most genuine people out there, on video and in person! Keep doing you Darwin! 👍
Hiking trip videos are always nice to watch and live vicariously through you.
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Great to hear you talk about the future of your awesome channel, been watching for years and years. I enjoy your hiking videos just as much as the gear reviews, so keep them all coming. It's all good.
I appreciate your authenticity Darwin. You represent outdoor recreation in such a beautiful and thoughtful way. I would love to see more of your company and more of your personal adventures, and absolutely more of the backstory of other outdoor companies that we know and love. Your videos are greatly helpful to all of us that aspire to be more like you. Keep doing your thing and inspiring people to get out there and make incredible memories in our beautiful backcountry!
You can’t make all the people happy all of the time, do what you need to in order to keep your joy alive. Great idea to give some in depth visits to cottage companies, I love hearing about the way they started, where they got their ideas and what they’re dreams are! Your platform is a great way to share that and support other entrepreneurs and small companies.
As someone who has made a handful of videos, your ability to manage EVERYTHING is flat-out, nothing less than amazing.
I have benefitted immensely from the gear reviews, etc. So... as long as you're honest and transparent, I'll listen and follow.
Happy to have been able to show some small bit of support in allowing you to chase dreams.
I watch all your stuff, whether it is trip videos, tip videos, or reviews of products. You are one of the reasons I got into this. So, whatever you want to put out there...I'll be watching it. Thanks for your content and channel. Crow
Very happy for how transparent you have been. I see zero issue at all having a sponsor. If you believe in the product that’s all that matters. I am trying OnX based on your recommendation.
I’d love to see how gear is made and get an inside perspective of each company like Zpacks, Tarptent etc. maybe some interviews with the owners, designers and employees also.
I watch all of your videos and really enjoy the variety.
I’ve always just loved your trail diaries! Your style always “takes me there” and I appreciate your editing. When you get an editor I hope they stay true to your style!
Glad to see you back. Maybe a video on the down and dirty of trip planning. Hike selection and mapping the trail, where do you look for information. Do you replan exit routes, etc.
I would love to see you:
1.) talk more about your training for hiking (strength, nutrition, etc)
2.) vlog content. We are here because we like you! Give us a peek into your life as an entrepreneur, husband, and outdoor athlete.
3.) Technique. How do you attack elevation changes and still THROW DOWN high miles the way you do.
The ”behind the curtians” series would be great! I think that seeing the work that is being put in into the equipment we use would make us appreciate it even more. I would love to see that!
I've always loved your content. I don't think I'll ever be able to do one of these long through hikes, but being able to live vicariously through you is awesome. Keep showing us your travels! Show me places I'll never be able to go myself!
I’m thrilled to see your channel grow! I'm super happy for you and can't wait to see what comes next. Thank you!
Thanks for the update Darwin. Looking forward to some travel videos.. the spirit of the journey etc..
Nice to see that you still be active on RUclips and wish you the best, have a nice day!
I appreciate your genuine input on products you like and the little issues you find through experience. You are an expert voice with tons of miles under your belt and so your wise counsel is helpful when considering future hikes, products, or issues we might experience while on trail.
Video series idea: I would love to see a deep down look at all the pain and pride in creating a gear company, such as what you went through creating Evolved Supply Co.
I'm not a regular hiker (however a camping enthusiast), but love your channel. I really appreciate your attention to detail while at the same time giving your content relevant (and relatable) perspective. I'm happy to hear that you are continuing to cultivate balance in your life. That is inspirational. I encourage you to talk about how you maintain balance with your loved ones and the other things you love to do. Thank you and I wish you all the best!
Thanks for inspiring all of us to get out and explore. I love to see the collaborations/crossovers with other you tube personalities. Good luck on the next phase of your channel.
Great stuff. Can't wait for new challenges, eperiences, gear, and adventures.
What piques my interest most is telling the backpacker story. This means a dedicated focus to a limited set of topics might be valuable to a degree, but more preferred is variety. How gear is made, gear performance and design, trip reports, engaging people and getting their insights, and even addressing legal or environmental issues impacting this space is all part of the story. It all matters and I think we’re here because we view you as an ambassador, expert, and most importantly, someone we can trust. Keep up the good work and don’t over think the creditable foundation you’ve already built which was willing to paint broadly.
I'm here for your personality, insight, and showing me new things. You've inspired me to challenge myself creatively and I'll watch your videos whatever direction you take them.
Keep doing your thing. It reminds me of the HYOH concept. Most haters hate themselves so they have to find an outlet to make them feel better or superior. Love the supply pot and will be looking forward to all future videos. Thanks again - Corey
Happy to hear the channel continuing and opening my eyes to ON x backcountry. The gear reviews are always a plus and helping me decide on different pieces of gear for my upcoming AT thru hike.
So stoked you are getting into climbing, can’t wait to see where it takes you!
Glad you’re happy doing what you love! Really enjoy the behind the scenes at some of the gear companies!
Dude! Very excited about the update! You've always made superior quality vids and i'm sure whoever you take on will continue the excellence. I just wish I was good enough to apply myself! Would love to see more international hikes too!
Welcome back! Glad you are fired up about making content. Would love to see more of the 'where gear comes from' series!
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I would LOVE a video concerning a forgotten aspect of hiking: fixing a flat! I just had a major blowout this very morning on my way to a super-remote mountain trail here in Northern Maine where the ground cannot be trusted. Tips, hints & stories from you would be critical!!
Congratulations! I’m glad you gave us this update on you and your goals. I can wait to hear more about your gear company!
I just want to say thanks for the content over all the years and I continue to look forward to your next adventures.
Love your videos! I think is a good thing you got sponsorships instead of having to quit!
I would love more tripvideos but also gear-reviews!
I'm a new subscriber. I Just got into backpacking in the last two(ish) years. It was overwhelming and honestly, hard to decide on what gear to purchase. I am a full-time student in Indiana and work hard to fund the backpacking-oriented lifestyle I hope to live. Your channel is a different angle from the "average" backpacker RUclips channels. I like it. In the past two years, I have learned a lot. My first solo trip was to Isle Royale National Park and was a cold, sleepless trip. It taught me a lot. Since then, I have backpacked, hiked, and found that my favorite aspect of backpacking is the long-distance hiking. You, as a thru-hiker, really opened my eyes to the idea of long-distance backpacking. I thank you for that, I hope to thru-hike the Ice Age Trail sometime in 2026. You may have already put out a video on thru-hiking and I will have to check, though, if you have not I would love to see what your first steps were as you were planning a thru-hike. Peace and Love. Carter.
Love the new impulses for the channel! Viewing behind the curtains is a great idea - I would love to know more about some big brands, but also your own company... I am excited to see where you are going to take us!
I love this channel! I don't have any new ideas for videos or series that you haven't done, but I'm here for what you put out in the future.
I love when you share your experience in hiking videos, but also gear reviews and tips and tricks for us less experienced hikers.
I'm definitely interested in seeing more videos about where gear comes from in the outdoor space! It would also be cool to see your opinion on the best hikes you've done, e.g. your favorite 1 night, 1 week, 1 month, and multi-month trips.
As a former employee in the outdoor retail industry, one of my favorite things was the beloved "demo day". This is when a vendor rep would come in and educate about their company and product line. Now that I no longer work in the industry, I feel out of touch with new technologies, material, and manufacturing techniques. So, I absolutely love the idea of a video series covering how different brands manufacture their gear!! Do it!!
Thanks for all the great content 👍
I have always loved your gear breakdown and evaluation videos. Your channel is one of the ones I go to get my gear fix.
Glad to be along for the journey, whatever it may be!
Hey Darwin! I've always appreciated just how genuine and sensible you and your approach to this channel seems to be. I've enjoyed many of your videos over the years, whether they were trips or gear reviews. I can't imagine how much work it is simply editing all the raw footage you must take into the smooth, entertaining content we find here. Good luck on everything!
I really look forward to seeing what you are able to produce with editing help. Definitely want to see more trip videos (even short overnighters), with more detail on planning, logistics, food, new gear taken, new gear used, and overall trip thoughts, etc., on each of these trips. Good luck with the editor search and thanks for all the great content!
Whatever you do on this channel, you will always have my support. I enjoy anything you do, and I thank you for the entertainment and knowledge you have provided.
I enjoy your multi-day hike videos. They help me get a better idea of whether this is a hike I could do and what I might expect. Follow your instincts and just do what you enjoy. We will come along for the ride.
Been watching you for years Darwin and your always honest, humble and thoughtful. The gear videos are great but RUclips has so many! You capture nature so beautifully, love anytime you bring us along for a hike.
If getting sponsored helps to keep the content flowing, you got my support. Thanks for keeping your content.
I like a mix of gear reviews and your adventure/travel vids. But what I really love seeing, Darwin, is your changes over the years, and how you respond to your creative urges. I look forward to seeing what comes next!
I have always enjoyed the gear commentary along with your hikes. That being said, I feel I will enjoy your new fresh ideas and I love you sharing hikes to places many of us may never get to go. I like Darwin on the Trail 2.0!
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Hiking my first longer hike of 160 miles this summer. Love all the content!
Thank you! A few weeks ago I started preparing for my first hike. Luckily I came across your posts and they helped me a lot in choosing the right gear for me. I like gear comparison videos. Especially if they inform me about the pros and cons of used materials and design. And it helps if the comparison is NOT of products that are to much alike. I know it sounds strange but comparing two totally different products is more interesting because they can both be best for a certain purpose. Maybe compare Ospreys backpack with Kuiu backpack? Sun hoody or Sun Hat? Interview material manufacturers, designers, rescue workers, guides, professional users?
I have watched your videos for years! You helped get my gear to a manageable weight for my bad knees so I could enjoy hiking the AT! I’ve made it to Wayah gap so far in 3 separate hikes. Thank you for being here and your experience.
Hiring an editor/videographer makes great sense. It does seem like it is time for this, since it will allow you to make more videos.
I would love to see series on the Ecuador, Great Britain, and Nepal trips.
Always have loved your channel and the projects you do. But I do respect whatever you need to do for your life. My husband and I live full time in our RV for 6 years and we do nothing but hike. Thank you for all your hard work!
Huge fan of your work brother! Been here since the beginning and always appreciated the time you put into your vidoes and Q&A’s. You created a community of like minded people with your channel. I like the hiking vidoes and would like to see more smaller trails and logistics of parking/shuttles for those trails. Stuff like lost coast, sea to skyline, etc still that’s smaller and can be done in a week or so for those who would have to take PTO. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK MAN!
Darwin; I have been following you since around 2016 - 2017. I love all your gear reviews (that's what brought me to your channel). Honestly, if you do a sponsored video, I'd still watch it. Your attention to detail and knowledge will help bring some cottage companies forward. I can't wait to see more content!
I love the content where you teach how to be a more efficient hiker. I think I watched your “how I pack my backpack” video 8 times and then spent an hour practicing packing and unpacking. 😆 Made my trip feel so much less clunky.
I'm pretty happy with all of the varied content you publish now. Any new direction you may take in the future will still be interesting because we all evolve, or should...
Good to hear about the channel changes!
Ideas for video series:
I feel that there is an untapped potential for making videos about trails. Their histories, profiles of trail associations, their challenges and potentials, what they are doing for local communities they pass through etc. Essentially videos about trails.
Profile a beginner through hiker, before, during and after a through hike, successful or not. Videos about the different hiking cultures around the world. How are they different from each other etc, what can we learn from each other?
Videos exploring different types of hikes and why they are done. Pilgrimages, hiking as therapy, transport to inaccesible places for research, etc.
Thrilled to see you back! Looking forward to the videos of you climbin that beast of a peak!
I enjoy the mix of gear reviews, trips, and tips. I also love that you are documenting the social impacts of Western climbers to the people of Tibet. I would love to see more of that type of content. Thanks for all you do!
I think its a great idea to accept sponsorships from quality companies......what you do takes funding....funding lets you immerse yourself without distraction into your creative endeavors.....which translates into us getting more of you....!!!!! Thanks a million for all your great videos over the years.......
It’s obvious you put a lot of time, effort and most importantly thought into creating content for us. I appreciate your gear reviews and I think adding a behind the scenes look into how they are made would be an awesome enhancement! Thanks for all you do Darwin!
Darwin, I can't tell you how disappointed I an that people question your integrity. Best of luck in the future.
Hey Darwin. I'm sorry I don't know any editor/videographers but I wish you well in your search. I'm so happy you're back regularly on youtube as your channel is a lifesaver when it comes to gear selection for safe and comfortable backpacking for me and my family. I got the whole bunch into it using information from your channel and it's been great! Keep it up!.
I'm glad you're back on RUclips. I'm 60 and love backpacking. I was at the first Big Bear Lake Highlander Tour in 2022. Fun group; Aljosa, Igor, Ivana, and also the Shayne and Mateo (ZPacks). I was hoping to see everyone at Glacier this September but ....
It's been amazing to see the transition from living in a van to now. I don't know there's any particular videos I'd like to see, I'd just like to see more videos! Good luck filling that spot!