First of all thank you for watching. Some things to note. 1.)This film is about a group of friends doing something that they have NO IDEA what they are doing. It’s a story about the friendship, group dynamics and struggles that ensue. Not a how-to or history lesson on train hopping. I would have filmed on a go pro, gone with or interviewed experienced hoppers and been more low key. But some people don’t consider we are each walking around with a large DSLR camera ( myself being a black magic 4K camera) which is a little less than low key. Lol 😂 2.) This was filmed over 3 years ago, so a lot of people’s pre conceived notions (especially socio-political ones) about those in the film should be taken with a grain of salt. Times were different, even just with the little time that has passed. 3.) The film portrays and highlights a lot of group drama because quite frankly, it is what makes a story interesting. Contrary to what you may think, 80 percent of the trip was a great laid back time 😄🤙. 4.) Duh, if I wanted to make it across the US way easier if I would have done it by myself. But that wouldn’t be as fun or interesting, and pushing the limits of the experience is the whole point ( to run into conflict, problems etc.) most people don’t realize but from where we started in Southern California to where we got caught was over 1700 miles away. There are much quicker (and easier) ways to get across America Via train. But we took the high line because we are a shooting a documentary and wanted to experience and film the most scenic and beautiful parts of America. If we would have put that into eastbound miles as apposed to northbound ( the direction we took ) we would have been nearly 3/4ths the way there. So all considering I think it’s amazing we even got as far as we did considering our footprint. Anyways, I wouldn’t have done it any other way🤷🏼♂️😀. I feel like this will answer most questions or comments that have been left. Thank you all so much for watching and all your support!
Pin this! And P.S. to everyone: Thanks a bunch for watching! I see a bunch of people commenting on how it is disappointing that we didn't get to our destination, and some people are legitimately mad at us for that. While I agree it was disappointing for us as well, consider how much fun we had just getting to where we did get to. It's soooooo much more about the journey than the destination. Remember that!
You grew skills and wisdom that you'll never lose. It'll contribute to every unorthodox travel destination you reach from now on. Thanks for documenting!
Being older, this makes me smile that all of you will have this to look back on....Wish I would have done it when I was your age!! Congrats to a memory that you all will remember the rest of your life! :)
Back by popular demand! I wanted to put it all together in one clean Doc form. Also had to deal with Copyright issues. Sorry It was down for so long! Thank You guys for watching AND PLEASE SHARE!!! It helps me so much guys. Thanks for watching. Humbled and grateful.
Hey Marcus, love the Doc, you're an awesome filmmaker! Super-quick, "Attempt" is spelled wrong in the first title screen of the film. Just thought I'd flag it in case you're submitting it to any festivals or anything like that, which you totally should!!! Love it
You're a legend for doing this man your camerawork and group of guys makes for a killer video. Definitely would be interested in seeing another train series from you guys again even if it was a miniseries.
I walked hundreds of miles across the state of Texas, no real point of direction, it was an experience I'll never forget. It gave me purpose in life and I found me. Great vid guys I enjoyed it alot!!
Me too after I got out of the Air Force walking across Amisrad reservoir dam was a pain … Then it was winter and some little town had a huge bonfire that just ended as we walked in at midnight easily kept us warm till morning
Man I wish that you were able to document that whole trip and your whole experience......and I get that even if you did do so....that it wasn't part of why you did it and that filming it would have gone totally against why you even did that trip in the first place. However wish you decided to film it just for your own memory....and then one day just decided to upload it to RUclips and when you never thought you did because you only wanted to record it for personal memories and nostalgia. However I....and I'm sure many many others....would love to read and enjoy your experience if you were to write and detail as much as you can and that you can remember from the trip and beginning to end....and no matter how long you take to write it and how long it takes to read it. The longer and the more detailed the better lol.
I work for the BNSF railway and I don't rat train hoppers out. But you guys were being too brazen and set yourselves up for failure. The key to the thing is..stay OUT of sight! lol Oh well, it was a good video while it lasted. I'm glad none of you got wrapped around the axle of a train car like a wet washrag..it happens and it isn't pretty. Stay safe
It’s good of you to freely admit to not ratting hoppers out. But you’re right, these guys were inexperienced and should’ve actually had a brain between them to do this. They were just standing up in a group while going through populated areas and alongside motorways which is a tutorial on the quickest and easiest way to get caught. As well as not hiding behind cover when locomotives were passing by. It’s amazing they made it as far as they did.
So true. Maybe when they all attended those nice people in the tent church may of been a sign to stop. If they kept going someone could of been killed. That church scene was like kids get off the trains! Lol.
I've literally been riding trains for about 17 years. The only person here who has any hope is the only guy who actually tried to hide from the workers. The others....there is no hope for you. stay off the train lines.
To anyone who is wanting to travel like this, here’s a few tips from what I’ve learned doing it with and without friend. Pack nuts, trail mix, or protein bars. They’re light, full of calories and fill you up without causing you too much time setting up. If you want more of a filling meal, beef jerky, tortillas w/peanut butter, and freeze dried meals are light enough to carry and dense in calories. DO NOT try to hop on when a train is speeding past, you will either get seriously injured or die(you’re lucky if you get inured). ALWAYS three points of contact(at least two feet and one hand) to balance you. And NEVER stick your head out in a tunnel(because you can’t see what’s in front of you). Bring earplugs because it is LOUD. Have a neck pillow(it’s a luxury that slightly cumbersome but it’s worth it). Always have gloves(black or tan). Never fall asleep unless you are secure and do not roll around in your sleep while ON the train. If you do sleep off the train, try to find a place that doesn’t have slot of litter around(generally that means people are living their and you won’t get stabbed or attacked). CASH IS KING. Always have cash on you because it will save your ass. I was almost arrested when I slipped someone a twenty and asked if I could go. It works most of the time, just not all the time. Do not do drugs unless you are in safe company. You CANNOT trust people you don’t know, especially when you are high as a fucking kite. Never bring a guitar or musical instrument, and definitely don’t bring any portable speaker. You will be found faster than you think. Make sure you pack for the climate and time of year. If you’re going in spring, pack for rain. Winter make sure to have warm clothes/warm sleeping accommodations. Summer, something cool. And Autumn varies, but always try to have warm-ish clothes that you can change in case it’s still warm. Always fill up on water. You’ll go through it faster than you think. Never get it from a creek or a pond, and always boil it even it’s from the top of a river. Stagnant water is always a no go. Water is surprisingly cheap, so if you can’t find any, just buy some. Having a tap key is helpful, just make sure to boil it to be safe. Also, always boil snow if you’re going to drink it. Don’t fall in love, it never ends well and you’ll both end up miserable. And always use condoms when having sex. Mouth wash after oral(trust me). Make sure to know the difference between a hard stop and a slow stop. Sudden stops in the middle of nowhere is usually either because the trains fucked or you’re fucked. If you hear people, stay put and get ready to run. If it’s a slow stop in a town or a yard, you’re usually in the clear, but still be cautious and don’t be stupid. Finally, don’t take risks. If you’re 6th sense is telling you not to do something, DON’T DO IT. And if you’re gut is telling you to run, duck, or hide, listen to to your gut and so what’s easiest. Also, fuck the dude with the blonde hair and glasses. All he would do would whine, bitch, and moan about how shit wasn’t going his way or would get in everybody else’s faces and just call them selfish or would just constantly fight everyone. Fuck that dude.
Why would you leave the bags on the train and stay on the train while they are patrolling it. That is why you got caught. Should of grabbed gear and bounced into the woods or something.
@@JeffSmith-yc2ly These kids brought heat down on a method of travel that many people use to make a living and to survive. You have no idea what you are talking about here Jeff so your best bet would be to just shut up.
Yeah, you read about people getting beaten up by security guards whilst riding the trains quite a bit so how these guys didn't know they ran that risk is a bit odd.
I've never sat and watched a video this long before on RUclips.. and i'm so glad to say, I watched the whole thing! INCREDIBLE! So well shot & such a great story with a great bunch of guys
I’ve never seen seen someone so butt hurt to get arrested for something they clearly knew was illegal . Every time I’ve been caught just got back on the next train out .
Sounds like yer a pro and part of the actual genuine subculture. These kids are doing Poverty Tourism or hobo tourism. But when they become lawyers or corporate drones, they will understand Travelers so it's best for the subculture. I get wat yer saying though.
whats worst case scenario for being caught? like 24hrs in jail? id imagine it would be kinda hard to get caught these guys were just idiots but I could be wrong.
Worst cases I’ve heard were 5-7 days in jail, but thoes are rare the thing is these guys were heading towards havre Montana which is a 1000 mile inspection. Also known for pulling riders off an jail for a week so technically they were lucky they got pulled off before. I do t think they would make it a week in jail trust funds don’t go far in general population .
@@northernjohn1756 is there no way through havre? if not how do you get around it? just get off and hitchhike? I'd rather stick to the tracks if I could.
No matter what happens to each of you for the rest of your lives......nobody can take this experience away from you. I hope for all you boys this is a major positive.
They are so inexperienced around trains and train culture. Retards run up and start opening a boxcar door broad daylight on a busy road looking like they are stealing, rather than just hop over the lines and seek an open door better hidden from traffic. This shit is actually hard to watch it's so idiotic.
Bunch of fuck bois trying to be something they could never be. And it’s very obvious none of them would do this without a camera. Chasing fame not memories
im deaddd, they got found an apple tree, then he went to go buy apples, then they got beer right after he bought beer....smh needa learn to save that coin boi
Highlight of the vid is that one guy buying apples from the store after the boys found an apple tree. Legit cannot figure out the logic there. Epitome of stupidity
If you re a big group you better split in 2 or 3 groups you ll be way more discreet and also organisation is the key but thats not the point of these kind of trip to be planned to the detail
I'm glad you guys made it, both literally and figuratively. I rode for over 4 years. Lol. You might say I was a train ninja! I am a truck driver now, and it's been a long time, so thank all 5 of you for bringing back a few memories!
Right though!?!?!?! They fold up like a piece if paper. Biggest OOGLES I've ever seen in my life!! I wonder if their husbands missed them the whole time they were on this trip lmfao
I love how being arrested for trespassing is such a big deal for them. They obviously have money with 30 days of no work and living in that high rise apartment. Also, since was 45 degrees cold? Perfect chill for sleeping : )
I have watched this a few times over the last few years. I have always wanted to do an adventure like this. I am unable due to cancer but I enjoy living through your experiences.
It’s some comical loser rationalization acting like people who haven’t been to jail or prison have had an easy life 🤣 try being smart enough to not get thrown in jail or prison- stupidity doesn’t mean you had a hard life 🤣🤣
Pretty cool for the first half, sort of disintegrates towards the end. There's a reason why people like Shiey etc get away with it so seamlessly - he takes a GoPro, at most 2 friends at a time (3 in total) and usually does it in countries where you are less likely to be caught. There are simply too many of you for this to work, and too many people in the group are not on the same page. Doing this in the US must be tricky with so many people as security is usually top-notch, which doesn't help when you are exposed and out in the open. Hopefully you can revisit this another time, and hopefully with just one other person, and someone that is agreeable and can work to make this happen. GoPro will also help massively so that you don't have to lug around a DSLR.
should have never rolled with dudes that was not 110% on the trip. stobe the hobo and brave dave rolled alone and had no issues with it. also need to mention you guys should have hit the tree line when the workers were going up and down the line looking at cars and should have bailed and hopped another train.
It sucks how most people are not up for real adventure. Its very difficult to find a friend or team of friends willing to do something remotely similar to this.
@YexaC they are literally travelling across the country doing this while meeting a bunch of people, avoiding trouble and seeing crazy sights. I would call that an adventure and a fucking half...
I hope you guys sent a healthy donation to the homeless shelter and church that helped you at your lowest point. Its so nice to get food when you have none.
@@mickdooley8994 He is the one who got em all together to do it and wanted to continue... they didnt even get any charge for it shoulda kept going its not that serious its just about the money like most court cases the judge was a bitch.
James R they have to murder and rob to support their drug habits and shit if they’re so desperate to hop trains. The drivers should be able to beat them to a pulp and run them over
“None of us here besides you are willing to get arrested for a week” probably best not to be hopping the trains in the first place if you don’t wanna get arrested haha
Ikr? That came out of left field. It's like you do something risky but can't afford to get arrested. It's like possibly a week in jail. That's nothing to stress about if you're really into the idea of venturing across the country without a care in the world.
Getting arrested has upsides. Washing machines and food. Notice how one of the cops said they'd get fed twice if they waited to talk to the judge. Getting fed can be really important but these guys had too much money for that to be of any significance.
It's annoying that they all agreed on a collective goal for themselves but none of them except for the guy who planned it and the one who feared getting arrested took completing it seriously. Ffs, the guy was right when he said the hippie shouldn't have been sitting down on the gravel while the bulls were out looking for them, if not for himself and all the money he spent making the documentary then for the other buddy who's only requirement for the trip was we take this seriously and don't get caught. They had ONE responsibility towards the group, keep out of sight. That dude with the speech impediment needs to shove it.
You can't expect much from this video when the person posting it looks like a knockoff justin beiber. These morons literally did one thing, the brought heat down on the rails and on everyone else who rides those trains as a means of travel. It's a wonder these kids didnt end up dead, even the most experienced riders have met their end doing this sort of thing.
Well yeah agree, but as they say in the video they would have got caught anyway since if not the fire on the woods would have killed them. So wouldn't have succeeded anyway
Marcus waa totally right by calling you dummies out by not hiding better. Yes if u do something illegal and u get caught so be it. Still doesnt take away from the truth. Marcus was the only one taking it serious. As soon as you guys saw those trucks you should of started hiding and getting ready. That kid that was just sitting in the rocks was silly. If you guys listened to your"leader" you coulda planned better. And bailed out when you got to the station and head the opposite way
They all knew what they were signing up for just as much as he (the leader) did. No need to get offended because you dont want any blame on yourself whatsoever. If you see workers and just sit there waving while everyone else is hiding, that is 100% on you.
5 FKN PUSSIES ! LIKE WHO GIVES A FUCK IF YOU GET CAUGHT? THAT GUY WITH THE LISP NEEDS A PUNCH IN THE FACE. YOU GUYS A LOSERS AND CANT FINISH A JOB. STUPID DOCU BECAUSE YOU DIDNT FINISH.
not enough comments here about that incredible church service where the lord affirmed the journey and let you know it was to bring a smile to the world. i know he was along with yall every moment of the journey.
This is coming from a O.G. train Hopper you boys did good you stuck together you hung in there the most important you had fun.. some of the best views there is to see is from a train.. train hopping is the most Glorious most beautifulest Polaroid moments you could get is from a train but what I loved about this documentary is you didn't just show the good you showed the ups and downs the bad the good also..so I applaud you gentlemen.. but let me give you guys a little tip train hopping is not just about hopping on a train it's more about finding finding yourself finding beautiful spots to camp and enjoy yourself for a week or two in each spot just enjoy life the train ride is just a bonus it gets you from point A to point B only with a more scenic view than a car ride so if you ever plan on train hopping in the future again don't rush it just take a slow ride live life Camp Under the Stars it's not all about riding the train.. I mean don't get me wrong if you're in a hurry to get from point a to point b it can be just about riding the train but I guess what I'm trying to say is if you just take it slow it'll all come more easier and enjoyable anyways enough of me rambling this was the best documentary I've seen in a long time it brought back a lot of memories for me I am sick and can't hop trains like I used to so thank you gentleman for such a great video..
It's bo hoe so you are an og hopper as in old or experienced? I'll admit, the film was good, but their tactics and lack of preparation shows from the very first train they hopped on. Under a semi trailer? Really? Just begging for the bull to arrest them. And why in God's name they did not dip into the woods and never got back on the train (which they were riding on for 20 some hours to begin with) is beyond me. Clearly didn't do the research. Best way to learn is from hopping with an experienced hobo on a few short runs to get the feel for it.
Kamofy they didnt know any experienced fr8 hoppers and its not like any would show them the way either. There green horns, they learned by mistake and chance. F it at least there adventuring and not zombies in there moms basement playing video games. Fr8 hopping is all bandwagon now a days anyway. Def not like the 80’s and 90’s.
Man this was raw and really refreshing. You guys are friends obviously but you showed the tension and conflict and the awkward "I don't know what the heck we're doing" moments that made me feel like I could have been right there. Thanks for showing reality, even your own apology at the end. But honestly bro. I know this was three years ago. I know I'm totally ignorant of your relationships and the deal you all made to join this adventure together..but you shouldn't say sorry. At least not from what I saw. I bet most people watching were getting frustrated at how lax the team was getting when the trucks showed up. You should have booked it out of there! And so what about the jail time, who gets to say that!? You went to jail for a dream you had. Search the "24 rules of filmmaking" by Werner Herzog. Rule number 2: "There is nothing wrong with spending the night in jail if it means getting the shot you need." That final group meeting wrecked me man. Saying they did it for you and the went to jail for you and your documentary because doing it alone would be boring, almost as if they did you a favor..I don't think you deserve that. To Justin with his own words at 1:20:18 - "You signed on, you knew what you were getting into and what the ramifications were if you got caught. Definitely subbed and I don't even know what other videos you have on your channel. I love the spirit of this and hope to find/see more!
@@WollongongWacko I feel like they wanted to get caught so it would end the trip early, also if a bull spots u, u can jus run away into the woods, you don't jus say oh they caught me ill surrender no you can run and prolly get back on the train at some point its really hard for them to catch u on that long of a train. stobe the hobo has a vid where he gets spotted and runs and gets away and gets back on the same train, kinda hard with 5 ppl but still ya'll could've easily ran into the woods and got away.
Doesn't matter what religion or belief you have. Betty was the most precious thing to see. The selflessness of the donations as well astounds me. The sense of community those people have is heart warming.
@@The_New_Abnormal_World_Order Criminal trespass is nothing. I'd be more worried about aggravated battery or grand larceny or unlawful possession of a controlled substance being on my record. Those are felonies.
@@sorcerykid Fair enough. It's just I've done jobs in the past that required a police record check beforehand. I don't know what its like in America,, but I would have thought some jobs require a squeaky clean record. I guess it depends on what you want to do in life and what it's like in America. I'm not saying I'm a squeaky clean person I just like to fly under the radar!! There were times I wouldn't have minded getting arrested. But now I think to myself, it's quite handy having a clean record.
I'm in the UK and don't know a great deal about the prison system in America. From the documentaries I know the prisons are vile; I can gather that jails aren't as bad as prisons, but surely, even jail is a horrendous place!!? Especially for someone who has never been inside before?! Trying to act hard like jail is no big deal is just silly. No one wants to be held hostage somewhere, even if that place was fairly pleasant, which jail certainly wouldn't be.
@@tatesofthetots4195 I'd say yes you will experience things and adventures that no other people who never have will. But tread lightly stay sober before you hop out so you don't lose a limb or your life. Not everyone is your friend and respect the train because in all reality we as humans are soft and squishy and the train is not, I've seen lots of loss of life and limb,but with that said, DO IT,AND BE SAFE AND DON'T GO ALONE AT FIRST 🤘
Marcus you should've done it solo, your friends weren't as committed to doing it. You were the only one saying be quiet and the only one running across the road and checking the trains to see if they would open. Don't listen to your friends when they were calling you a dick at the end, you made very good points and they wanted it to be like Woodstock (peace and love, no danger). They just weren't as prepared for the adventure as you were
The first train I ever hopped, was in Libby MT when I was 13 with a friend of mine. I almost got thrown under. I was more careful from then on. We used to hop on to go fishing, then hitch a ride back a couple of days later.
Who else paused the video at 48:30 to make a donation to Albany Helping Hands? What an amazing experience of true charity from that group. The giving spirit of some people is just inspiring.
Haha! In the beginning of the video the one dude said maybe he'll meet a girl on this adventure. I'm looking at that old lady at the church service and I'm thinking he's met his girl.
Wtf ever i liked them all for thier individual personalities. The lisp is just a flaw. We all have some and many chics find this hot af. Carry on peasant
Pretty disappointed with this, video quality/filming is great. however your choice of friends is what the problem is. This comes out especially in the hotel room scene.
The green shirt man at 26min who clearly doesn’t want to be filmed: “that’s enough (filming). That’s enough.” Guy filming: hahah it’s ok *continues filming*
Did you also realize that aside from the danger of forest fires nearby, there's also the 7.01 mile long Flathead Tunnel just up the line outside Libby that you would have had to pass through? Getting arrested might have actually saved you all from quite possibly suffocating in that tunnel not knowing it was 7 miles long and the second longest in the United States
People ride thru Flathead and Cascades all the time with no issues. Diesel exhaust isn’t the same as smoke, it isn’t very good to breathe but it won’t suffocate you.
Great to see there's still a few young men who'll walk out the front door and boldly find adventure. Stay on the narrow path and reasses often. It's a dangerous world on the wild side - easy to get sidetracked partying. Jump in and out of the adventures - always assessing your goals, ensuring your making progress and making sober corrections. Take it easy - keep on keeping on! God's Blessings to you and your families.
That had a little of everything in it. Highs, Lows, Uncertainties, Sketchy moves, Risky situations, fails, wins, distaste, delight, Surprises, conflict, resolution, and a pretty solid group of friends. 9/10 I would never have the balls to train hop.
I posted this under Marcus' thoughts which should help put the trip into a better perspective for most of you but just wanted to re-post my thoughts here just in-case it helps anyone understand the trip dynamic better! ----> First and foremost thanks a bunch for watching! Marcus worked incredibly hard on this project and I know it has taken many, many hours for this to come to fruition in the state that it is in now (which I think most people will agree, it's an incredibly entertaining and enjoyable documentary!). I see a bunch of people commenting on how it is disappointing that we didn't get to our destination, and some people are legitimately mad at us for that. While I agree it was disappointing for us as well, consider how much fun we had just getting to where we did get to. We saw some incredible things and met a bunch of really amazing people, and not only that but created so many memories that I know all of us cherish and stuff that you can look back on in 20 years and say: "Wow, me and my boys really did that". It's soooooo much more about the journey than the destination. Remember that!
Did Betty make anyone else tear up? No ? Just me? Moving on... Seriously what an amazing adventure to capture on video. God has his hands in everything.
@@oxidizedgarage8265 they shoulda hid in the woods until the train inspectors went away and then hopped back on. simple. coulda finished the trip if they had any street sense.
no shit, right? run in to the trees right there. they seemed way too unwilling wait around or walk from nowhere to somewhere. city boys and not hoboys, for sure
the movie is great.. but now i wanna reach out to the people having the church in oregon and donate to them.. and im atheist.. it was a really cool thing to see, regardless EDIT after finishing that scene i seen to find the link and i donated! awesome of you guys to add that on there!
My thoughts exactly, i kinda got into the beginning just because these guys are green as fuck. Then about 45 into it i realized these trust fund cry babies didn't have the mustard.
Just a bunch of cheeseball chowder heads with a clickbait title. Bitching, pissing and moaning. No plot, no plan, no research. Oh yeah "Jeebus is watching out for us... it is meant to be" Blind faith is pathetic, taking all that money from religiots who normally help the homeless. Then it turns out you have collectively $2500 for bail, and enough cash for white water rafting, hanging out in a National Park and to travel home apparently. Assholes.
that one guy is the biggest buzz kill I have ever seen. literally the only reason you guys didn't make it through. should've never brought that dude along
dude if you watched the video you would know lol but okay his name is Justin and it may just be me, it's merely an opinion but that guy was a total and complete buzzkill
Bright colored sleeping bags, 5 people under one truck trailer, telling the towns people your riding trains.. man this setup is asking for trouble. A great documentary non the less but man if your gonna do this you need to think first.
First of all thank you for watching. Some things to note.
1.)This film is about a group of friends doing something that they have NO IDEA what they are doing. It’s a story about the friendship, group dynamics and struggles that ensue. Not a how-to or history lesson on train hopping. I would have filmed on a go pro, gone with or interviewed experienced hoppers and been more low key. But some people don’t consider we are each walking around with a large DSLR camera ( myself being a black magic 4K camera) which is a little less than low key. Lol 😂
2.) This was filmed over 3 years ago, so a lot of people’s pre conceived notions (especially socio-political ones) about those in the film should be taken with a grain of salt. Times were different, even just with the little time that has passed.
3.) The film portrays and highlights a lot of group drama because quite frankly, it is what makes a story interesting. Contrary to what you may think, 80 percent of the trip was a great laid back time 😄🤙.
4.) Duh, if I wanted to make it across the US way easier if I would have done it by myself. But that wouldn’t be as fun or interesting, and pushing the limits of the experience is the whole point ( to run into conflict, problems etc.) most people don’t realize but from where we started in Southern California to where we got caught was over 1700 miles away. There are much quicker (and easier) ways to get across America Via train. But we took the high line because we are a shooting a documentary and wanted to experience and film the most scenic and beautiful parts of America. If we would have put that into eastbound miles as apposed to northbound ( the direction we took ) we would have been nearly 3/4ths the way there. So all considering I think it’s amazing we even got as far as we did considering our footprint. Anyways, I wouldn’t have done it any other way🤷🏼♂️😀.
I feel like this will answer most questions or comments that have been left. Thank you all so much for watching and all your support!
Marcus Johns thanks for this and good job x
Looked like the perfect trip to me haha
Pin this! And P.S. to everyone: Thanks a bunch for watching! I see a bunch of people commenting on how it is disappointing that we didn't get to our destination, and some people are legitimately mad at us for that. While I agree it was disappointing for us as well, consider how much fun we had just getting to where we did get to. It's soooooo much more about the journey than the destination. Remember that!
You grew skills and wisdom that you'll never lose. It'll contribute to every unorthodox travel destination you reach from now on. Thanks for documenting!
Being older, this makes me smile that all of you will have this to look back on....Wish I would have done it when I was your age!! Congrats to a memory that you all will remember the rest of your life! :)
I'm a conductor on this line......I never turn anybody in for riding my train
thanks boss
How can we tell your not lying
@@douglasquaid140 What are you talking about
Grand pool life
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Back by popular demand! I wanted to put it all together in one clean Doc form. Also had to deal with Copyright issues. Sorry It was down for so long! Thank You guys for watching AND PLEASE SHARE!!! It helps me so much guys. Thanks for watching. Humbled and grateful.
Hey Marcus, love the Doc, you're an awesome filmmaker! Super-quick, "Attempt" is spelled wrong in the first title screen of the film. Just thought I'd flag it in case you're submitting it to any festivals or anything like that, which you totally should!!! Love it
You're a legend for doing this man your camerawork and group of guys makes for a killer video. Definitely would be interested in seeing another train series from you guys again even if it was a miniseries.
so HAPPY it is back!!!!!!
Lobban Erwin lol wow I’m so dumb
Ben Corrion thank you!
"this is our train, it made the same exact noise" 😂😂
I replayed that part because I was in disbelief of the stupidity.
I walked hundreds of miles across the state of Texas, no real point of direction, it was an experience I'll never forget. It gave me purpose in life and I found me. Great vid guys I enjoyed it alot!!
what’d u experienced?
I must know more
Me too after I got out of the Air Force walking across Amisrad reservoir dam was a pain … Then it was winter and some little town had a huge bonfire that just ended as we walked in at midnight easily kept us warm till morning
Man I wish that you were able to document that whole trip and your whole experience......and I get that even if you did do so....that it wasn't part of why you did it and that filming it would have gone totally against why you even did that trip in the first place. However wish you decided to film it just for your own memory....and then one day just decided to upload it to RUclips and when you never thought you did because you only wanted to record it for personal memories and nostalgia. However I....and I'm sure many many others....would love to read and enjoy your experience if you were to write and detail as much as you can and that you can remember from the trip and beginning to end....and no matter how long you take to write it and how long it takes to read it. The longer and the more detailed the better lol.
I work for the BNSF railway and I don't rat train hoppers out. But you guys were being too brazen and set yourselves up for failure. The key to the thing is..stay OUT of sight! lol Oh well, it was a good video while it lasted. I'm glad none of you got wrapped around the axle of a train car like a wet washrag..it happens and it isn't pretty. Stay safe
It’s good of you to freely admit to not ratting hoppers out. But you’re right, these guys were inexperienced and should’ve actually had a brain between them to do this. They were just standing up in a group while going through populated areas and alongside motorways which is a tutorial on the quickest and easiest way to get caught. As well as not hiding behind cover when locomotives were passing by. It’s amazing they made it as far as they did.
+YexaC There are plenty of people who choose to do it for adventure without bragging.
Lol biggest heat bags indeed.
So true. Maybe when they all attended those nice people in the tent church may of been a sign to stop. If they kept going someone could of been killed. That church scene was like kids get off the trains! Lol.
@@mrjuliusmars Do it with people who have done it before. They will teach you tips you can't learn otherwise.
Yo that guy got snapped on for being the only cautious guy there
yeah the guy getting yelled at was the only smart one
I think the other guys wanted to get caught because they didn't want to go on any farther.
yeah man that blond guy with the glasses is an asshole
I've literally been riding trains for about 17 years. The only person here who has any hope is the only guy who actually tried to hide from the workers. The others....there is no hope for you. stay off the train lines.
*Goes train hopping
*Barely hides
@@rickyrivas4787 Guarantee youd be too pussy to even attempt this
Roasted
Mooutdaway damn aren’t you a badass
Mooutdaway what does him being a pussy got to do with him having common sense and hiding
To anyone who is wanting to travel like this, here’s a few tips from what I’ve learned doing it with and without friend.
Pack nuts, trail mix, or protein bars. They’re light, full of calories and fill you up without causing you too much time setting up. If you want more of a filling meal, beef jerky, tortillas w/peanut butter, and freeze dried meals are light enough to carry and dense in calories.
DO NOT try to hop on when a train is speeding past, you will either get seriously injured or die(you’re lucky if you get inured). ALWAYS three points of contact(at least two feet and one hand) to balance you. And NEVER stick your head out in a tunnel(because you can’t see what’s in front of you).
Bring earplugs because it is LOUD. Have a neck pillow(it’s a luxury that slightly cumbersome but it’s worth it). Always have gloves(black or tan).
Never fall asleep unless you are secure and do not roll around in your sleep while ON the train. If you do sleep off the train, try to find a place that doesn’t have slot of litter around(generally that means people are living their and you won’t get stabbed or attacked).
CASH IS KING. Always have cash on you because it will save your ass. I was almost arrested when I slipped someone a twenty and asked if I could go. It works most of the time, just not all the time.
Do not do drugs unless you are in safe company. You CANNOT trust people you don’t know, especially when you are high as a fucking kite.
Never bring a guitar or musical instrument, and definitely don’t bring any portable speaker. You will be found faster than you think.
Make sure you pack for the climate and time of year. If you’re going in spring, pack for rain. Winter make sure to have warm clothes/warm sleeping accommodations. Summer, something cool. And Autumn varies, but always try to have warm-ish clothes that you can change in case it’s still warm.
Always fill up on water. You’ll go through it faster than you think. Never get it from a creek or a pond, and always boil it even it’s from the top of a river. Stagnant water is always a no go. Water is surprisingly cheap, so if you can’t find any, just buy some. Having a tap key is helpful, just make sure to boil it to be safe. Also, always boil snow if you’re going to drink it.
Don’t fall in love, it never ends well and you’ll both end up miserable. And always use condoms when having sex. Mouth wash after oral(trust me).
Make sure to know the difference between a hard stop and a slow stop. Sudden stops in the middle of nowhere is usually either because the trains fucked or you’re fucked. If you hear people, stay put and get ready to run. If it’s a slow stop in a town or a yard, you’re usually in the clear, but still be cautious and don’t be stupid.
Finally, don’t take risks. If you’re 6th sense is telling you not to do something, DON’T DO IT. And if you’re gut is telling you to run, duck, or hide, listen to to your gut and so what’s easiest.
Also, fuck the dude with the blonde hair and glasses. All he would do would whine, bitch, and moan about how shit wasn’t going his way or would get in everybody else’s faces and just call them selfish or would just constantly fight everyone. Fuck that dude.
Thanks man
u sound experienced asf how long were u doin it?
but how was it?
thanks so much! planning on running away soon, and planning on using the tracks to get around.
@@jaguarsparkle8788 good luck brother just keep in mind stay in the dark
A film about "the best friends in the world" who spent the whole time bitching at each other lol
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Friends do that. It's not something unusual. But when shit hits the fan, friends stay by your side.
If you think that’s bad you should see my friend group 😂 all we do is roast each other
@@blastresistant5015 101st*
lol yup that definetly is the way it goes!
These the type of guys when something bad happens it’s everyone’s fault but themselves.
Worst goddamn traveling company ever. And doing something this risky, shitty group dynamics get you dead.
EXACTLY RIGHT !!! And stupid people like this screw things up for everyone else. And Whine Whine Whine...
Oogles
i think its just 1 guy that has to fuck up vibe. they use words like "well actually" or "technically" useless shit that has no benefit to the group
Im 4years late but the blonde dude with the glasses is such a buzz kill , had everyone been as committed they would of definitely made it
that pastor that drove them to the gorge passed away on the 25th Oct 2018
Connor Mullee no :(
RIP ❤️❤️❤️
R.I.P
@Aidan Grumm hi
Dang. Rip. He was a good man for helping and other
Why would you leave the bags on the train and stay on the train while they are patrolling it. That is why you got caught. Should of grabbed gear and bounced into the woods or something.
Well, for starters, they're not that bright. I'm surprised they didn't get caught sooner.
Rattlesnakes
Jeff Smith I agree that Louis is kinda of a asshole, but you fucking called him penis breath.
@@JeffSmith-yc2ly grow up jeff.
@@JeffSmith-yc2ly These kids brought heat down on a method of travel that many people use to make a living and to survive. You have no idea what you are talking about here Jeff so your best bet would be to just shut up.
*train blows horn* " THIS IS OUR TRAIN IT MADE THE SAME EXACT NOISE"😂
nathan hiatt lol I meant at the same time 😂
🤣🤣🤣 It was at this point I knew the boys may be in a bit over their head.
ROFL !!!!
He speaks train.
This is so tame compared to “shiey” videos.
I agree
lmao i was thinking the same thing
Honestly, Shiey is a beast. These kids got nothing compared to him
I was thinking the same as well😂
shiey isn't he the dude that i can't hear him talk in his videos because of his balls dragging on the ground
Quote to live by: "It's slightly illegal but nothing's gonna happen."
4:43
yeah especially with stupid things u can get away with “if no one saw it it didnt happen"
Until they die. Check your stats, almost 900 people last year bought the farm having harmless fun committing felonies.
Yeah, you read about people getting beaten up by security guards whilst riding the trains quite a bit so how these guys didn't know they ran that risk is a bit odd.
@@danmalec6823 off their committing felonies it's not harmless fun. And 900 out of almost 8 billion isn't much.
it is illegal
I've never sat and watched a video this long before on RUclips.. and i'm so glad to say, I watched the whole thing! INCREDIBLE! So well shot & such a great story with a great bunch of guys
Life of Tom thank you!!
Fancy seeing you here
It was so good wasn't it 👌 love the vlogs by the way tom 🤙
I have to commit to watch a video this long plenty of coffee ,I have my pet emporer scorpion on my lap and and watch
Scammer
I’ve never seen seen someone so butt hurt to get arrested for something they clearly knew was illegal . Every time I’ve been caught just got back on the next train out .
Your even on the train in your picture lol.
Sounds like yer a pro and part of the actual genuine subculture. These kids are doing Poverty Tourism or hobo tourism. But when they become lawyers or corporate drones, they will understand Travelers so it's best for the subculture. I get wat yer saying though.
whats worst case scenario for being caught? like 24hrs in jail? id imagine it would be kinda hard to get caught these guys were just idiots but I could be wrong.
Worst cases I’ve heard were 5-7 days in jail, but thoes are rare the thing is these guys were heading towards havre Montana which is a 1000 mile inspection. Also known for pulling riders off an jail for a week so technically they were lucky they got pulled off before. I do t think they would make it a week in jail trust funds don’t go far in general population .
@@northernjohn1756 is there no way through havre? if not how do you get around it? just get off and hitchhike? I'd rather stick to the tracks if I could.
No matter what happens to each of you for the rest of your lives......nobody can take this experience away from you. I hope for all you boys this is a major positive.
The other side of that box car was already open 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Literally my first thought when I saw that.
They would have to run around the whole thing lol
😂😂😂
Probably don't even know what a boxcar is. Would have been funny watching them try to get in it.
They are so inexperienced around trains and train culture. Retards run up and start opening a boxcar door broad daylight on a busy road looking like they are stealing, rather than just hop over the lines and seek an open door better hidden from traffic. This shit is actually hard to watch it's so idiotic.
Loved the plot of this story. Wish they could change some of the characters.
The Nugget or all of them
@@dylanjordan4747 nah, they weren't all douchebags
*cough* *cough* yeh guy with the lisps
Bunch of fuck bois trying to be something they could never be. And it’s very obvious none of them would do this without a camera. Chasing fame not memories
Gunnar Mitchell yea dude who the fuck asked for your dumb opinion
im deaddd, they got found an apple tree, then he went to go buy apples, then they got beer right after he bought beer....smh
needa learn to save that coin boi
The old lady at the homeless shelter gave me tears in a very good way. 🙏💯
Highlight of the vid is that one guy buying apples from the store after the boys found an apple tree. Legit cannot figure out the logic there. Epitome of stupidity
also buying beer on a trip like this with limited budget...come on bruh
My thoughts exactly. You're train hopping on a budget.. why the fuck are you buying beer lol.
I thought it was the belly button pick.
All bout having fun
Idk why u guys are so toxic and attacking him for just bying beer jees stfu its about having fun i would have bought beer eitherway
The lady's speech made me smile for several minutes... Such heartwarming words. Love from Belgium.
You had like 3 guys too many for a trip like that lol
If you re a big group you better split in 2 or 3 groups you ll be way more discreet and also organisation is the key but thats not the point of these kind of trip to be planned to the detail
I'm glad you guys made it, both literally and figuratively. I rode for over 4 years. Lol. You might say I was a train ninja! I am a truck driver now, and it's been a long time, so thank all 5 of you for bringing back a few memories!
That train you first hoped out on is called a piggyback. I bet you won't ride another one! Lol
what’d u experienced?
@@flako696 Dizziness probably and a sore body.
Goes to jail for what maybe a couple hours and then act like they've committed murder
"Murder"? Ya, ok.
Right though!?!?!?! They fold up like a piece if paper. Biggest OOGLES I've ever seen in my life!! I wonder if their husbands missed them the whole time they were on this trip lmfao
I would’ve did it again 🤣
Yeah lmao
@@SweatyStreams LMAO I would've gotten back on the same train if I could
I love how being arrested for trespassing is such a big deal for them. They obviously have money with 30 days of no work and living in that high rise apartment. Also, since was 45 degrees cold? Perfect chill for sleeping : )
broke back mountain 2: train gang
Lmfao!
Fucking underrated comment
This is the best RUclips comment ever
I just laughed so fucking hard at this
I'm pretty sure they all like it in the caboose. Choo choo!
I have watched this a few times over the last few years. I have always wanted to do an adventure like this. I am unable due to cancer but I enjoy living through your experiences.
Do it anyway. Or something spontaneous.
I read a book by Jack karoack and it said that railroad hopping was common back then. Now there’s always Pinkerton’s running up and down the tracks.
Lol the way they acted after they bailed themselves out was so funny they mustve had a really easy life
Yea lol
Spent maybe a couple hours in jail and they're SHOOK. Pathetic.
I mean just the blonde guy with glasses alone proves that he hasn't been through ANY hardship. He's complaining constantly!
Yeah they're just a bunch of spoiled winers..
It’s some comical loser rationalization acting like people who haven’t been to jail or prison have had an easy life 🤣 try being smart enough to not get thrown in jail or prison- stupidity doesn’t mean you had a hard life 🤣🤣
We're down on our last dollars. Except when we quit the project and have a holiday after it ^^
And after we swindled some money off a homeless shelter haha....these dudes are all turds.
Zackary Deal they could have easily gone to an atm and pulled out a couple hundred more instead of stealing from people in need
fuckin oogles man
lmao, saying "yes sir" to the lady judge. 1:21:11
Nicholas Vandenberg lol
hahahahha
i think they were saying "yes your honor" just super fast and low lol
XD
Pretty cool for the first half, sort of disintegrates towards the end. There's a reason why people like Shiey etc get away with it so seamlessly - he takes a GoPro, at most 2 friends at a time (3 in total) and usually does it in countries where you are less likely to be caught. There are simply too many of you for this to work, and too many people in the group are not on the same page. Doing this in the US must be tricky with so many people as security is usually top-notch, which doesn't help when you are exposed and out in the open. Hopefully you can revisit this another time, and hopefully with just one other person, and someone that is agreeable and can work to make this happen. GoPro will also help massively so that you don't have to lug around a DSLR.
This is the greatest mockumentary ever made.
should have never rolled with dudes that was not 110% on the trip. stobe the hobo and brave dave rolled alone and had no issues with it. also need to mention you guys should have hit the tree line when the workers were going up and down the line looking at cars and should have bailed and hopped another train.
Well but stobe is dead..
@@friedrichquecksilber770 is he actually?
Yes.
No issues? Lol did you watch brave Dave? There were a lot of issues
for example that he got banned from canada for 10 years
I'm really moved by the help from the church and the pastor. This is the proof for good ppl still exist.
shreyas r it’s proof GOD exists :)
except these are rich kids who didn't need any help🤣 I wonder how many actual homeless people died while these kids were cosplaying hobo🤣🤣🤣
42:27 that was the sweetest oldest lady ever that should’ve make you’re entire trip worth it right there
It sucks how most people are not up for real adventure. Its very difficult to find a friend or team of friends willing to do something remotely similar to this.
This video is a prime example of why you should find others with a similar goal and mindset rather than assuming your usual friends
If my friends asked me, i will go follow them.
Come to europe and ill do it with you lmao (i dont have money nor a visa to get into the US)
@YexaC they are literally travelling across the country doing this while meeting a bunch of people, avoiding trouble and seeing crazy sights. I would call that an adventure and a fucking half...
I guess you could say Soyboys of a feather flock together
"This is my town"
Hahaha you have a mighty high opinion of yourself.
Small town judges are the kings/Queens of that town
You obviously don't understand small western Montana towns or judges. No opinion. It IS "her" town. More than the Mayor, more than a Sheriff.
they should have just said "ok boomer"
1:12 in and im already overcome with douche chills
I hope you guys sent a healthy donation to the homeless shelter and church that helped you at your lowest point. Its so nice to get food when you have none.
Man, Marcus is definitely awesome and ambitious. I love that he didn’t want to give up.
typical rich boy mentality. All soft besides Marcus. Marcus get yourself a new crew
Exactly
Marcus is the lamest of the group. Thinks he’s a big leader. Irritating as fuck.
@@mickdooley8994 He is the one who got em all together to do it and wanted to continue... they didnt even get any charge for it shoulda kept going its not that serious its just about the money like most court cases the judge was a bitch.
hollywoodfailures he’s an idiot, he thinks he knows everything because he’s read some stuff online
amateurs.....James Stobie would have never been taken......rest in peace, the Prince of Hobos!
Stobe got busted a few times in his run.
Troy Eddinger these dudes are puds
James R they have to murder and rob to support their drug habits and shit if they’re so desperate to hop trains. The drivers should be able to beat them to a pulp and run them over
Gonna become a train conductor so I can kill you stupid hoppers
Sunni Dropp that’s hilarious. Do u hate train hoppers that much?
You loved Snakes on a Plane, now, get ready for Twinks on a Train!
Matt Patercsak king 👑
Lmaoo
💀
25:44, does anyone else think that guy looks like Shaggy from scoobydoo
“None of us here besides you are willing to get arrested for a week” probably best not to be hopping the trains in the first place if you don’t wanna get arrested haha
Ikr? That came out of left field. It's like you do something risky but can't afford to get arrested. It's like possibly a week in jail. That's nothing to stress about if you're really into the idea of venturing across the country without a care in the world.
Getting arrested has upsides. Washing machines and food. Notice how one of the cops said they'd get fed twice if they waited to talk to the judge. Getting fed can be really important but these guys had too much money for that to be of any significance.
It's annoying that they all agreed on a collective goal for themselves but none of them except for the guy who planned it and the one who feared getting arrested took completing it seriously. Ffs, the guy was right when he said the hippie shouldn't have been sitting down on the gravel while the bulls were out looking for them, if not for himself and all the money he spent making the documentary then for the other buddy who's only requirement for the trip was we take this seriously and don't get caught. They had ONE responsibility towards the group, keep out of sight. That dude with the speech impediment needs to shove it.
Yeah but that guy was annoying lol
You can't expect much from this video when the person posting it looks like a knockoff justin beiber. These morons literally did one thing, the brought heat down on the rails and on everyone else who rides those trains as a means of travel. It's a wonder these kids didnt end up dead, even the most experienced riders have met their end doing this sort of thing.
Well yeah agree, but as they say in the video they would have got caught anyway since if not the fire on the woods would have killed them. So wouldn't have succeeded anyway
@@user-td4gh6kj2z Hobo Shoestring lost 2 of his fingers about 3 years ago and he's been riding since 1989.
It’s all fun and games till you get in trouble
Thay got to go Ask Sheiy For Advice ;)
"Maybe I'll meet a girl on the railroad.."
*pans to a grandma*
ghostdtx lol
He’d have trouble meeting a girl in a whorehouse with a fistful of hundreds.
@@jeremyfowler1519 truth lol
ROFL!!!!!
Lol this is our train it made the same exact noise. Don't they all
YuhBoy DTOY Reddit is your dad
Marcus waa totally right by calling you dummies out by not hiding better. Yes if u do something illegal and u get caught so be it. Still doesnt take away from the truth. Marcus was the only one taking it serious. As soon as you guys saw those trucks you should of started hiding and getting ready. That kid that was just sitting in the rocks was silly. If you guys listened to your"leader" you coulda planned better. And bailed out when you got to the station and head the opposite way
Negan ^hes right you know
They all knew what they were signing up for just as much as he (the leader) did. No need to get offended because you dont want any blame on yourself whatsoever. If you see workers and just sit there waving while everyone else is hiding, that is 100% on you.
I wish I were as manly as you are
5 FKN PUSSIES ! LIKE WHO GIVES A FUCK IF YOU GET CAUGHT? THAT GUY WITH THE LISP NEEDS A PUNCH IN THE FACE. YOU GUYS A LOSERS AND CANT FINISH A JOB. STUPID DOCU BECAUSE YOU DIDNT FINISH.
Guy was probably tired and honestly wanted to get caught. Pussyshit yes but Marcus was the only one who saw how serious it was
not enough comments here about that incredible church service where the lord affirmed the journey and let you know it was to bring a smile to the world. i know he was along with yall every moment of the journey.
And then the BNSF said no to the lord's plan
@@pmcate2 lol! i think that part was also in his plan considering they would’ve driven straight into wildfires had they not been caught 😬
@@dinkygirl98 yeah but he also could have led them around the fire or stopped the fires ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Amen!!!!!!
I waited an hour for them to quit wtf
In fairness, the might have been killed from smoke inhalation if they had continued due to the wildfires.
really
@@rickeymitchell703 yeah really
@@hxddy9378 sounds like a pussy excuse
Meh Gusta why don’t you cross the country by train hopping and see yourself then
This is coming from a O.G. train Hopper you boys did good you stuck together you hung in there the most important you had fun.. some of the best views there is to see is from a train.. train hopping is the most Glorious most beautifulest Polaroid moments you could get is from a train but what I loved about this documentary is you didn't just show the good you showed the ups and downs the bad the good also..so I applaud you gentlemen.. but let me give you guys a little tip train hopping is not just about hopping on a train it's more about finding finding yourself finding beautiful spots to camp and enjoy yourself for a week or two in each spot just enjoy life the train ride is just a bonus it gets you from point A to point B only with a more scenic view than a car ride so if you ever plan on train hopping in the future again don't rush it just take a slow ride live life Camp Under the Stars it's not all about riding the train.. I mean don't get me wrong if you're in a hurry to get from point a to point b it can be just about riding the train but I guess what I'm trying to say is if you just take it slow it'll all come more easier and enjoyable anyways enough of me rambling this was the best documentary I've seen in a long time it brought back a lot of memories for me I am sick and can't hop trains like I used to so thank you gentleman for such a great video..
It's bo hoe so you are an og hopper as in old or experienced? I'll admit, the film was good, but their tactics and lack of preparation shows from the very first train they hopped on. Under a semi trailer? Really? Just begging for the bull to arrest them. And why in God's name they did not dip into the woods and never got back on the train (which they were riding on for 20 some hours to begin with) is beyond me. Clearly didn't do the research. Best way to learn is from hopping with an experienced hobo on a few short runs to get the feel for it.
Kamofy they didnt know any experienced fr8 hoppers and its not like any would show them the way either. There green horns, they learned by mistake and chance. F it at least there adventuring and not zombies in there moms basement playing video games. Fr8 hopping is all bandwagon now a days anyway. Def not like the 80’s and 90’s.
Kamofy A piggyback with wings is a great hide - not the best, but certainly not the worst.
Man this was raw and really refreshing. You guys are friends obviously but you showed the tension and conflict and the awkward "I don't know what the heck we're doing" moments that made me feel like I could have been right there. Thanks for showing reality, even your own apology at the end.
But honestly bro. I know this was three years ago. I know I'm totally ignorant of your relationships and the deal you all made to join this adventure together..but you shouldn't say sorry. At least not from what I saw. I bet most people watching were getting frustrated at how lax the team was getting when the trucks showed up. You should have booked it out of there! And so what about the jail time, who gets to say that!? You went to jail for a dream you had. Search the "24 rules of filmmaking" by Werner Herzog. Rule number 2: "There is nothing wrong with spending the night in jail if it means getting the shot you need."
That final group meeting wrecked me man. Saying they did it for you and the went to jail for you and your documentary because doing it alone would be boring, almost as if they did you a favor..I don't think you deserve that.
To Justin with his own words at 1:20:18 - "You signed on, you knew what you were getting into and what the ramifications were if you got caught.
Definitely subbed and I don't even know what other videos you have on your channel. I love the spirit of this and hope to find/see more!
The elder lady nearly had in tears,such a beautiful soul.GOD bless her-😊☺😘
Love the real raw hotel conversion at the end it takes balls to actually be real and show the hard shit on the internet.
Doug Michaels thanks man!
Marcus Johns You were 100% right about why you guys got caught. Awesome documentary dude.
Rae conversation lol all it was was pussy Justin bitching to Marcus and contradicting himself
@@WollongongWacko I feel like they wanted to get caught so it would end the trip early, also if a bull spots u, u can jus run away into the woods, you don't jus say oh they caught me ill surrender no you can run and prolly get back on the train at some point its really hard for them to catch u on that long of a train. stobe the hobo has a vid where he gets spotted and runs and gets away and gets back on the same train, kinda hard with 5 ppl but still ya'll could've easily ran into the woods and got away.
Doesn't matter what religion or belief you have. Betty was the most precious thing to see. The selflessness of the donations as well astounds me. The sense of community those people have is heart warming.
To me that would be worth getting arrested. To have a beautiful, chaotic, once in a lifetime, memorable experience with your best friends 🚂
I know what you mean, but after you got yourself a criminal record you might start to regret it.
@@The_New_Abnormal_World_Order Criminal trespass is nothing. I'd be more worried about aggravated battery or grand larceny or unlawful possession of a controlled substance being on my record. Those are felonies.
@@sorcerykid Fair enough. It's just I've done jobs in the past that required a police record check beforehand. I don't know what its like in America,, but I would have thought some jobs require a squeaky clean record. I guess it depends on what you want to do in life and what it's like in America. I'm not saying I'm a squeaky clean person I just like to fly under the radar!! There were times I wouldn't have minded getting arrested. But now I think to myself, it's quite handy having a clean record.
I wouldn’t mind it either tbh it’s not gonna mess much things up in life be like oh I was recording a movie and got cought on train traveling America
LMFAO
I HAVE WATCHED THIS A DOZEN TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS WE NEED NUMBER 2!!!!!!
same, agree
1:12:05 You're not on federal property. Calm down. It's just a county jail.
Lol
that guy is the biggest pussy ever haha so much bitching from him all video
True
I'm in the UK and don't know a great deal about the prison system in America. From the documentaries I know the prisons are vile; I can gather that jails aren't as bad as prisons, but surely, even jail is a horrendous place!!? Especially for someone who has never been inside before?! Trying to act hard like jail is no big deal is just silly. No one wants to be held hostage somewhere, even if that place was fairly pleasant, which jail certainly wouldn't be.
eternal_sunshine_of_the_spotless_rind how you like the U.K?
I rode trains for years,some of the best n worst times of my life
Do you recommend train hopping for adventure, or are there better ways
Well????
@@tatesofthetots4195 I'd say yes you will experience things and adventures that no other people who never have will. But tread lightly stay sober before you hop out so you don't lose a limb or your life. Not everyone is your friend and respect the train because in all reality we as humans are soft and squishy and the train is not, I've seen lots of loss of life and limb,but with that said, DO IT,AND BE SAFE AND DON'T GO ALONE AT FIRST 🤘
Imagine forgetting you're on a train and waking up. I'd probably freak for a minute tbh. I'm a deep sleeper😅
You have the softest friends on earth.
jabbing freinds in the modern age: it’s not blood
Marcus you should've done it solo, your friends weren't as committed to doing it. You were the only one saying be quiet and the only one running across the road and checking the trains to see if they would open. Don't listen to your friends when they were calling you a dick at the end, you made very good points and they wanted it to be like Woodstock (peace and love, no danger). They just weren't as prepared for the adventure as you were
Jackson William 🤷🏼♂️ all perspectives are fair I would say
The first train I ever hopped, was in Libby MT when I was 13 with a friend of mine. I almost got thrown under. I was more careful from then on. We used to hop on to go fishing, then hitch a ride back a couple of days later.
that sounds like you had a good childhood. Today, kids can't even go out of their parents view for more then a second
Philip Teague it was a good childhood. Parents didn’t worry as long as you got home when they told you to, but yeah, good stuff.
Lucky, my parent's won't even let me ride my bike out of their driveway.
Sharpie Marker it was a different time
Don’t eat Yellow snow how were you almost thrown under your first time?
Who else paused the video at 48:30 to make a donation to Albany Helping Hands? What an amazing experience of true charity from that group. The giving spirit of some people is just inspiring.
Not me
They get enough money from naive, superstitious people at their Church.
Jacob Godsmith And that’s why you’re a true piece of shit.
shouldve hopped off the train when it stopped they wouldnt have got caught that way they couldve got back on when it was moving
Holy shit you are the hitch hikers my sister almost drove wow
So ur sister almost caught a train as well😎
@@Mr.T-BAGGIN-UR-MOM these guys seem more likely to be on the receiving end if you get me...
Haha! In the beginning of the video the one dude said maybe he'll meet a girl on this adventure. I'm looking at that old lady at the church service and I'm thinking he's met his girl.
😳
lol wtf
@@ryansymons8915 🤣
I don’t care what stupid things y’all did this would of been hell of fun great vid!!
Them church people were some very kind humans much love to them
wow this is charmin soft
that guy with the lisp is such a bummer dude kekw
Wtf ever i liked them all for thier individual personalities. The lisp is just a flaw. We all have some and many chics find this hot af. Carry on peasant
Stop using the word lisp as a pronoun it is rude it isn’t his choice to have a lisp
@@randyboogenvia6252 no you apricot
Yeah he's a fuckin soil the WHOLE time
Dude that guy was lame as hell
Pretty disappointed with this, video quality/filming is great. however your choice of friends is what the problem is. This comes out especially in the hotel room scene.
Right dude, like my friends and I are always 100% with eachother when it comes to doing stuff like this. Otherwise we just do something else.
Agreed bro. He was saying the WHOLE TRIP to stay out of sight. They will realize that when they rewind the video. Dude was down.
What?
I’m confused?
@@alexanderb5376 "bruh"? Who uses that diction?
The green shirt man at 26min who clearly doesn’t want to be filmed: “that’s enough (filming). That’s enough.”
Guy filming: hahah it’s ok *continues filming*
For real... they could have blurred his face out.
Fr lowkey pissed me off
wonder if they all stayed friends after the cameras went off would be interesting to see a recap video of the group
I actually fucked them all
@@zacharycousins dang Zach go off
the ending is wayyy too dramatic, yall need to lighten up a bit
Did you also realize that aside from the danger of forest fires nearby, there's also the 7.01 mile long Flathead Tunnel just up the line outside Libby that you would have had to pass through? Getting arrested might have actually saved you all from quite possibly suffocating in that tunnel not knowing it was 7 miles long and the second longest in the United States
People ride thru Flathead and Cascades all the time with no issues. Diesel exhaust isn’t the same as smoke, it isn’t very good to breathe but it won’t suffocate you.
Great to see there's still a few young men who'll walk out the front door and boldly find adventure. Stay on the narrow path and reasses often. It's a dangerous world on the wild side - easy to get sidetracked partying. Jump in and out of the adventures - always assessing your goals, ensuring your making progress and making sober corrections.
Take it easy - keep on keeping on! God's Blessings to you and your families.
Summary: classic LA kids film documentary train hopping and get arrested and quit a week into the trip
At least they had the balls to do it, and had fun doing it. It's about the experience, and you probably can't say you've done anything more.
Well they certainly had balls, they did say near the end of the docu that they had each seen each other's so that's not in dispute... Lol
I was waiting for them to take out toys and start playing with them...
@@solcutta-zt9uw hahahah these guys suck!
lmaoooooo
That had a little of everything in it. Highs, Lows, Uncertainties, Sketchy moves, Risky situations, fails, wins, distaste, delight, Surprises, conflict, resolution, and a pretty solid group of friends. 9/10 I would never have the balls to train hop.
Dave Klika thank you man!!
@City Woks shitty beef what do you mean by that? Is that a good thing or a bad thing? Lol
“Let’s live like hobos” I dunno, I don’t have enough money. Wut?
8:20 dude is actually going to “train hop” across the country in his hipster boots😅
Took the churches money...
That guy with a lisp has been a jerk thr whole adventure. I dont even like hearing him talk
I liked him. Seems like a warm heart.
I would've punched him lol
Kolt Crutch no you wouldn’t have
@@AYyMaNn09 oh ok
@@AmericanWireman i think that would kinda wake him up. A good right hook to the chin would make him a man. Not even kidding
ur friends rly dont seem cool at all nvm the “coolest friends in the world”
I posted this under Marcus' thoughts which should help put the trip into a better perspective for most of you but just wanted to re-post my thoughts here just in-case it helps anyone understand the trip dynamic better! ----> First and foremost thanks a bunch for watching! Marcus worked incredibly hard on this project and I know it has taken many, many hours for this to come to fruition in the state that it is in now (which I think most people will agree, it's an incredibly entertaining and enjoyable documentary!). I see a bunch of people commenting on how it is disappointing that we didn't get to our destination, and some people are legitimately mad at us for that. While I agree it was disappointing for us as well, consider how much fun we had just getting to where we did get to. We saw some incredible things and met a bunch of really amazing people, and not only that but created so many memories that I know all of us cherish and stuff that you can look back on in 20 years and say: "Wow, me and my boys really did that". It's soooooo much more about the journey than the destination. Remember that!
Needs to be pinned ;)
Did Betty make anyone else tear up? No ? Just me? Moving on... Seriously what an amazing adventure to capture on video. God has his hands in everything.
Y’all should of mf ran into the woods like wtf why would you just stand there
yea isnt that what the camping gear is for lol exactly my thought
Other then They would have been stuck near a wild fire
@@oxidizedgarage8265 they shoulda hid in the woods until the train inspectors went away and then hopped back on. simple. coulda finished the trip if they had any street sense.
@@radakahl I’m a bit late but you’re giving them too much credit lol
For real 😂
"Barely sleeping" hell no man! You smoked some of that good stuff with those shiny eyes, you ain't fooling nobody! hahahaha :D jk! Nice video!
As soon as I saw those trucks I would of left the train..
no shit, right? run in to the trees right there. they seemed way too unwilling wait around or walk from nowhere to somewhere. city boys and not hoboys, for sure
Anita Bier yeah. It’s easy not to get caught just be super precarious . They didn’t even hide well enough
I would of gotten in the cab of the locomotive
So awesome how the church gave you food, money and a 2 hour ride in the van. That would be cool if they saw this video. Shout out to pastor Jim!
Can't believe they took their money.. they were wearing designer boots.
the movie is great.. but now i wanna reach out to the people having the church in oregon and donate to them.. and im atheist.. it was a really cool thing to see, regardless
EDIT after finishing that scene i seen to find the link and i donated! awesome of you guys to add that on there!
You donated?
You're atheist ? And you donated?
I’m Christian, and what you did is incredible. Thank you for being a phenomenal person in this community. 👏
I appreciate what youve done! Bless
they were the best part about this documentary just trying to help people
well Can’t get that hour and a half of my life back, documentary of a road trip that only went 1/4 of the way through
is it really a roadtrip if its on traintracks? drr
What?
My thoughts exactly, i kinda got into the beginning just because these guys are green as fuck. Then about 45 into it i realized these trust fund cry babies didn't have the mustard.
Eric Schweinsberg thank you for this information, i will stop watching this video now while i can
Just a bunch of cheeseball chowder heads with a clickbait title. Bitching, pissing and moaning. No plot, no plan, no research. Oh yeah "Jeebus is watching out for us... it is meant to be" Blind faith is pathetic, taking all that money from religiots who normally help the homeless.
Then it turns out you have collectively $2500 for bail, and enough cash for white water rafting, hanging out in a National Park and to travel home apparently. Assholes.
that one guy is the biggest buzz kill I have ever seen. literally the only reason you guys didn't make it through. should've never brought that dude along
that one guy huh
What one guy. Be more descriptive man lol
dude if you watched the video you would know lol but okay his name is Justin and it may just be me, it's merely an opinion but that guy was a total and complete buzzkill
the guy with the lisp
Facts
Bright colored sleeping bags, 5 people under one truck trailer, telling the towns people your riding trains.. man this setup is asking for trouble. A great documentary non the less but man if your gonna do this you need to think first.