So very grateful for this film - I will return to it often. Thanks for hiking with me out there - may we have more (shorter, less muddy)adventures in the future. -Pez
One of the best documentations of the CDT I’ve seen. Awesome videography, a great telling of the story, and enough humor and insight to keep it rolling along.
"Make your life happen, be brave, challenge yourself, leave your comfort zone, go and see the grandest of places. Let the process run it's course and above all, enjoy the little moments along the way". Brilliant storytelling and videography on both your PCT and CDT films.
Wow you truly have an incredible talent to capture and narrate all that a thru hike is, the amazing views, the challenges of hiking day after day, the good times and the bad. I only wish I had your ability to capture my thru hikes if only to share with my hiking friends and my family. A huge thank you for all the effort that you put in to filming and editing to share with us.
THIS IS AWESOME.. BRAVO ... I can TOTALLY Relate to ALLLLLL of this From someone who's done this !!!!! ( I Personally COULD NOT get thru New Mexico fast enough !!!)
Same man! I hiked CDT in 2021. First time I watched this I got a lil teary eyed. What?! You didn't like NM? I get it though lol so many road walks and promise of epic landscapes further north . I was born and raised in NM and live only 20 mins drive from Ghost Ranch. I got to zero at home on my hike which is a wild experience. Me and buddy who is also a thru hiker and lives here are planning to do some trail magic around Chama or Ghost Ranch area when the bubble arrives.
Austin/Poseidon, great work on the sophomore trail-film documentary. Solid production work, music and narration. Your PCT video was top 5 in the genre and kudos for crushing another thru-hike. Thanks for taking us on another journey. So far you're the only person I've seen to make two award-worthy triple crown trail thru-hike docs! Congrats on the amazing accomplishment!
I agree, do you reveal to us the other 4 of your PCT Top 5? Mine are "It is the people" (Elina Osborne), "The long way home" (Titouan le Roux), "Just passing thru" (Courtney Eve White) & "Every single step" (Nathan Brooks)
@@michel.h_cf99 Great question, I'd say The hole shoes is the one I watch the most, Elina Osborne, Austin's the Art of Walking, This is not a beautiful hiking video by Chopper, and Captain Jack's multi part series. Hope that answers your question!
Nice man! Happy trails!! I hiked CDT in 2021 and live in Northern NM. Me and another hiker trash friend and I are planning on doing some trail magic near Ghost Ranch or Chama in few weeks when bubble arrives!
I'm only up to the Colorado potion of the doc, but this is REALLY well done! I think you have done a great job capturing the beauty, friendships, and daily challenges of the CDT! Can't wait to watch the rest!
Thank you Austin for sharing part of your journey with us! The PCT film was epic, this was beyond epic 🙌 Well worth the wait! I hope you continue to hike, film and share your stories with us. Hike, eat, rest, repeat 🏕
I hiked this trail SOBO in '22 and this film made me relive all of those special, magical moments... I felt moved and emotional as I now find myself navigating through real life struggling to find some real excitement... Gosh I miss those trail moments. You are a talented film maker to whom I can only say THANK YOU for bringing me back some great memories!!!! Hike on brother. Benji
56:21 I'm so glad you folks took the route through the Cirque du Towers - imho that's one of the most beautiful and untrafficked regions in the lower 48.
Thankfully the Algorithm Gods brought me your PCT film, and now this! Both are brilliant, but this one shows you honing your craft. Pure magic - nice work!
Magnificent! You have created the most outstanding film on your CDT journey in 2023. Your videography, editing and narration is absolutely captivating. That's a lot of work and your production deserves an award. You invested a lot of time and effort. Thanks for taking us along. I wish you many more incredible journey's.
Thank you, it couldn't be more beautiful. In 2022 I did the CDT, what you have created cannot compete with all my stories, thank you again. And for those who complain about alternative routes, etc, go for a walk and film yourself. 2 little questions, where is the girl since Wyoming and no bear encounters?
Biggie and Shepard’s path and timing varied compared to the rest of us but we still were close by each other most of the way. We finished a day apart and met up again in Canada. And there were only a few minor bear encounters surprisingly and I didn’t get any on camera.
You make documentaries look fun. And easy. But we know how difficult some of that journey was. This was so good and I loved every second of it. Thank you so much for creating another rich story on the trail.
Thank you to someone I know has a real appreciation for the beauty of our wilderness & expresses this well. Austin, you love life in the mountains & the challenges of it. Thanks for sharing.
Wow! you all have done a brilliant job. Just beautiful filmaking. Perfect balance between personal & individual feelings & experiences with the trail and landscaping; the up close with the vast. T. .he stark sheer open spaces with the towns which are seldom included in hiking films. I especially liked the screen showing sketch of the two wolves which then magically appeared onto the t-shirt plus numerous other very good shots. Sometimes very serene but never boring and even with personal hardships and physical pain the film remains joyous and upbeat. Thanks for the pleasure of this film.
Thank you ... Incredible journey .... Got a little emtional when you started entering our home state and , I might say the most beautiful one . Montana ...
Congrats on another great video. I loved the PCT video and you have not disappointed on this one. Thank you for your efforts in this, you do not see many CDT video, but this one will go into my "favourites" section on RUclips.
WOW, what a film! This is absolutely NOT the first CDT film I've watched but this one hit different. Your clever and insightful narration along with stunning videography were beyond entertaining. Your journey seemed both challenging and enjoyable. Although I don't aspire to complete this trail I'd love to see parts of it someday. Thanks for bringing the beauty to screen!
I just watched both of your films. Excellent!! Beautifully filmed and narrated. I want more! I think it’s time for the AT, to complete your triple crown 👍🏼
You’re an incredible storyteller and film maker. Just as good, if not better than the PCT one, which was hard to beat. I’d watch a documentary of you walking around your block. Looking forward to more of your adventures!
This was so beautiful. The hike. The Vibes. The filming and editing. I'm going to do the A.T. next year and I understand that calling of the trail no matter how hard it is. It's something special that we get to feel and experience. Watching this made me feel the trail tugging at my soul. I loved this and will watch again next year on the A.T. thank you for this
A truly excellent film. An absolute joy to watch. Your tramily members were very good sports with their participation in some of the quirkier segments. Thanks to you and them for sharing this journey with us.
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So very grateful for this film - I will return to it often. Thanks for hiking with me out there - may we have more (shorter, less muddy)adventures in the future. -Pez
Glad to do it and excited for future adventures what ever those may be!
Love this I’m embarking on this journey 2025
I cannot describe how excited I am to see this. Your PCT film was incredible 👍
Glad you liked it! I hope you will enjoy this equally as much!
I had the exact same reaction! Watching this now!
And with some of the same people!
One of the best documentations of the CDT I’ve seen. Awesome videography, a great telling of the story, and enough humor and insight to keep it rolling along.
Awesome!
Thank you Austin for taking us along on the PCT and now the CDT. I loved both documentaries, you are a talented filmmaker.
"Make your life happen, be brave, challenge yourself, leave your comfort zone, go and see the grandest of places. Let the process run it's course and above all, enjoy the little moments along the way". Brilliant storytelling and videography on both your PCT and CDT films.
Wow you truly have an incredible talent to capture and narrate all that a thru hike is, the amazing views, the challenges of hiking day after day, the good times and the bad. I only wish I had your ability to capture my thru hikes if only to share with my hiking friends and my family. A huge thank you for all the effort that you put in to filming and editing to share with us.
THIS IS AWESOME.. BRAVO ... I can TOTALLY Relate to ALLLLLL of this From someone who's done this !!!!! ( I Personally COULD NOT get thru New Mexico fast enough !!!)
Same man! I hiked CDT in 2021. First time I watched this I got a lil teary eyed.
What?! You didn't like NM? I get it though lol so many road walks and promise of epic landscapes further north . I was born and raised in NM and live only 20 mins drive from Ghost Ranch. I got to zero at home on my hike which is a wild experience. Me and buddy who is also a thru hiker and lives here are planning to do some trail magic around Chama or Ghost Ranch area when the bubble arrives.
@@vmbean1945 Its NOT that i DIDN'T like it, I was Just SUPER anxious to get to CO. there ARE some AMAZING areas i DID like tho In N.M !!!
@@vmbean1945 PROBABLY going to do this AGAIN, But Go North to South this time !!!
That idea always toys with my mind. It was such a life changing journey.
R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Austin & to your "strong squad" as well.
Best documentary about one of those trails. Keep it up.
You probably become a great director.
Austin/Poseidon, great work on the sophomore trail-film documentary. Solid production work, music and narration. Your PCT video was top 5 in the genre and kudos for crushing another thru-hike. Thanks for taking us on another journey. So far you're the only person I've seen to make two award-worthy triple crown trail thru-hike docs! Congrats on the amazing accomplishment!
Thank you so much! Hopefully I can bring the same, if not better, experience for the third one. Happy trails!
I agree, do you reveal to us the other 4 of your PCT Top 5?
Mine are "It is the people" (Elina Osborne), "The long way home" (Titouan le Roux), "Just passing thru" (Courtney Eve White) & "Every single step" (Nathan Brooks)
@@michel.h_cf99 Great question, I'd say The hole shoes is the one I watch the most, Elina Osborne, Austin's the Art of Walking, This is not a beautiful hiking video by Chopper, and Captain Jack's multi part series. Hope that answers your question!
Incredible film! Im headed Nobo starting april 7th. This sunday. Very psyched
Nice man! Happy trails!! I hiked CDT in 2021 and live in Northern NM. Me and another hiker trash friend and I are planning on doing some trail magic near Ghost Ranch or Chama in few weeks when bubble arrives!
Good luck out there!
@@vmbean1945CDT have bubbles?
I'm speechless about your documentary films. It's such a blessing that you share this with the world. Thank you!
I LOVE these films!! As a 17 year old who can’t go out and do this stuff quite yet, I literally live vicariously through these.
Very well made ,beautiful. Thxs so much for making and sharing.
I'm only up to the Colorado potion of the doc, but this is REALLY well done! I think you have done a great job capturing the beauty, friendships, and daily challenges of the CDT! Can't wait to watch the rest!
Thank you Austin for sharing part of your journey with us! The PCT film was epic, this was beyond epic 🙌 Well worth the wait! I hope you continue to hike, film and share your stories with us. Hike, eat, rest, repeat 🏕
Your PCT video was absolutely incredible and inspires me to this day, genuinely can't wait to watch this one!
I hiked this trail SOBO in '22 and this film made me relive all of those special, magical moments... I felt moved and emotional as I now find myself navigating through real life struggling to find some real excitement... Gosh I miss those trail moments.
You are a talented film maker to whom I can only say THANK YOU for bringing me back some great memories!!!! Hike on brother.
Benji
My pleasure!
Get back in the trail
Much to enjoy. Thanks for sharing
Fantastic! A perfect balance of scenery and hiker life. Thank you!
56:21 I'm so glad you folks took the route through the Cirque du Towers - imho that's one of the most beautiful and untrafficked regions in the lower 48.
Epic!!! Thanks for taking us along the way 🙏🙏🙏
Beautifully done. It’s breathtaking how beautiful this country is but most people will never get to see it.
As Yogi likes to say, EMBRACE THE BRUTALITY!!!! lol. nice video, did a great job at showing the true trail experience.
wow that really was brilliant, my favorite part has to be the supermarket sweep stocking up on the M&Ms 👏👏👏
That’s my favorite part too!
Wow, this was fantastic, so well done. Thoroughly enjoyed every minute!! Thank you.
Brilliant! You did a fantastic job of capturing this trail and thru-hiking! Thank you for sharing. 🙂
Aw… this film breaks my heart❤
Absolutely beautiful ❤️ thanks for taking us along!!
Outstanding video journey.
Fantastic!! Great perspective. ❤💪🏴
Thankfully the Algorithm Gods brought me your PCT film, and now this! Both are brilliant, but this one shows you honing your craft. Pure magic - nice work!
You did an amazing job capturing the CDT! Thank you so much for sharing : )
Magnificent! You have created the most outstanding film on your CDT journey in 2023. Your videography, editing and narration is absolutely captivating. That's a lot of work and your production deserves an award. You invested a lot of time and effort. Thanks for taking us along. I wish you many more incredible journey's.
Thank you, it couldn't be more beautiful. In 2022 I did the CDT, what you have created cannot compete with all my stories, thank you again. And for those who complain about alternative routes, etc, go for a walk and film yourself. 2 little questions, where is the girl since Wyoming and no bear encounters?
Biggie and Shepard’s path and timing varied compared to the rest of us but we still were close by each other most of the way. We finished a day apart and met up again in Canada. And there were only a few minor bear encounters surprisingly and I didn’t get any on camera.
You make documentaries look fun. And easy. But we know how difficult some of that journey was. This was so good and I loved every second of it. Thank you so much for creating another rich story on the trail.
My pleasure, glad I could take you along!
Thank you to someone I know has a real appreciation for the beauty of our wilderness & expresses this well. Austin, you love life in the mountains & the challenges of it. Thanks for sharing.
Wow !!! Truly amazing ! Congratulations and thank you for sharing.
49:55 omg you guys made me laugh out loud 😂😂 I loved the behind the scenes with “green screen” scenes 😊😊
Wow! you all have done a brilliant job. Just beautiful filmaking. Perfect balance between personal & individual feelings & experiences with the trail and landscaping; the up close with the vast. T. .he stark sheer open spaces with the towns which are seldom included in hiking films. I especially liked the screen showing sketch of the two wolves which then magically appeared onto the t-shirt plus numerous other very good shots. Sometimes very serene but never boring and even with personal hardships and physical pain the film remains joyous and upbeat. Thanks for the pleasure of this film.
Thank you so much for praise! It means a lot. Happy trails!
SO beautiful! SO emotional! Great job, great hike!
Wow, I am blown away by not only your amazing cinematography but also your story telling! I loved every minute of this!
Really nicely done film. Congrats on your accomplishment!
Wow, one of the BEST! Ty for all the footage, thru good times and bad, and above everything else…the inspiration to be better, every day. Amazing❤️
Just amazing…. Have no words.
Truly inspiring. Your first video blew me away. This one is absolutely amazing. You are a true warrior.
Thank you so much!
58:26 That's squaretop mountain in the distance! Ah man such nostalgia
Watched last evening. Outstanding film and storytelling. A number of times I laughed out loud. Great humor in here. Well done Austin. Congratulations!
Thats a proper movie. Hell yeah.
A well documented adventure. Congrats on the journey and thanks for sharing!
Incredible film and storytelling!
Absolutely stunning! Thank you for this gift. God Bless.
Thank you ... Incredible journey .... Got a little emtional when you started entering our home state and , I might say the most beautiful one . Montana ...
Fantastic!
This was really well done. Easily one of the best CDT films ever made. Thanks for making this !!
-Maui ‘23
Congratulations not only for the outstanding achievement of doing all the CDT, but also for one of the best documentary I've ever seen!
Great journey. Great storytelling. 😍
Fantastic !
I agree with many of the comments here. I really enjoyed your PCT documentary. I am on the PCT in 2024! Plant Papa
Congrats on another great video. I loved the PCT video and you have not disappointed on this one. Thank you for your efforts in this, you do not see many CDT video, but this one will go into my "favourites" section on RUclips.
What a wonderful film, thank you❤
13:37 definetly one of the quotes of all time
Fabulous adventure thanks for sharing ❤
kick ass, dude. love it. well done.
Beautiful journey. Thank you for sharing.
So great!!! You are an amazing writer and filmmaker!!!
It's time to get my popcorn ready. You done such a tremendous job on your PCT film.
Great documentary poseidon! glad I got to be in it for a clip hahaha cheers! -Natty
cant wait to finish watching this masterpiece!!
WOW, what a film! This is absolutely NOT the first CDT film I've watched but this one hit different. Your clever and insightful narration along with stunning videography were beyond entertaining. Your journey seemed both challenging and enjoyable. Although I don't aspire to complete this trail I'd love to see parts of it someday. Thanks for bringing the beauty to screen!
I just watched both of your films. Excellent!! Beautifully filmed and narrated. I want more! I think it’s time for the AT, to complete your triple crown 👍🏼
Your PCT video is my all time favorite video on YT. So excited to see this one. Hope to see many many more. Love from Norway
I’ve been waiting ten months since the announcement vid for this moment!!!!!
That lake in Wyoming was so beautiful, love all the cinematography work!
This is so good for the soul..ty..again!!🙏💜missed ya Wiggles.. hope you're well🤗
Both pct and cdt films where amazing. Hoping to maybe one day to see an Appalachian trail film one day.
Best hiking video I’ve seen.
You’re an incredible storyteller and film maker. Just as good, if not better than the PCT one, which was hard to beat. I’d watch a documentary of you walking around your block.
Looking forward to more of your adventures!
After waiting a long time its finaly here! Loved the PCT film.
That was epic I got 3hrs sleep got home saw this and was glued.
Haven’t watched yet, but will today! Been waiting a long time for this one. Thanks for putting this out, Austin 🎉
Thanks for doing what you do. Looking forward to your next one.
Great film! I enjoyed the great commentary you spoke all through the film!
Thank u, for all the effort that went into this film congratulations for all your accomplishments
Nice video, brother! Very much enjoyed watching your CDT journey. Congratulations on the whole trip!
Watched your first documentary a few years ago and it inspired me. My girlfriend and I are plaining our PCT through hike now!!!
That’s awesome! Good luck on your hike!
This was so beautiful. The hike. The Vibes. The filming and editing.
I'm going to do the A.T. next year and I understand that calling of the trail no matter how hard it is. It's something special that we get to feel and experience. Watching this made me feel the trail tugging at my soul. I loved this and will watch again next year on the A.T. thank you for this
First watch, I'm sure I'll come back many times. Thank you.
Saw this and then had to watch your PCT video. Loved both!!! When can we have the AT?!?!
I’ve watched the PCT video a dozen times. This was just as great. Congrats 🍾
Excellent video. Thanks for sharing.
Outstanding and inspiring
Really enjoyed this one! Thanks for putting it together!
What an amazing edit you made dude.. Thanks for the inspiration!
Absolutely stunning! Thank you for the video. Made me really want to get out there.
A truly excellent film. An absolute joy to watch. Your tramily members were very good sports with their participation in some of the quirkier segments. Thanks to you and them for sharing this journey with us.
Thank you! The tramily members definitely were good sports for dealing with my shenanigans.
This is the very best trail film I’ve seen. Highly motivating, and inspiring. Austin, THANKS for the great work.
Very well done film. Good use of Drone footage.
great movie guys, greetings from the Netherlands.
Can’t wait for the AT. I love your films