Ash, the footage of you slipping and falling is priceless. I've re-watched it many times, and I giggle every time. Karma will probably come back on me for laughing at you, as I will be doing a SOBO section from Tahoe to Tehachapi in August and September. I hope a lot of the snow will melt by then . Keep the vlogs coming.. Happy Trails.
I bet your family watching from a far are happy you're flipping north past the Sierra's. I was relieved my daughter exited the Sierra's via Lone Pine. It was interesting seeing all the different tents. That last one had me thinking "yikes! What about mosquitoes!!" I've heard they're bad in northern California.
Wow❤ just wow 😮. And now the exciting prospect of bumping into Huck as he is now hiking SOBO 😊 Thank you so much for sharing your journey, so glad I found your channel. The PCT is more than I imagined and I can’t imagine what it is like to be actually there. Safe and happy hiking.
Another great video. I look forward to them. Glad you went to Lone Pine and got a look at the Sierra. I am a California resident and to still see all that snow in July is amazing. Love your enthusiasm and love of the outdoors. Happy hiking. Stay safe and keep making decisions based on what yiu are comfortable with doing. Sending good vibes to all of you as you continue your journey.
It is sad to see the Tramily split, but it would seem all have chosen wisely. Getting a taste of the High Sierra will make coming back later all that more exciting for you. Glad you finally got a hitch to Lone Pine -- walking all the way to the Owens Valley floor is nearly two miles of descent. (Owens Valley is the deepest valley in the USA!) Looking forward to your further adventures. Thank you for taking us along!
Omg…the first section into the Sierra looks so different ( melted) compared to when I went through back in mid May! And that damn road walk down out of the mountains!! It was still closed when I came down and we both had yo walk it- in a hail storm in the last hour of reaching Lavender Ranch. So glad you guys were able to get a hitch because it was demoralizing for us after a 12.5/hr day of hiking. Keep hikin!
Beautiful video, Ash! Great music, edits, narrative, chats. So great. Isn’t it just fantastic in the Sierra?!? And congrats on making it your hike, your adventure! We’ll be following you all along the way, regardless of which path you take! ❤️
Aww thanks so much, that means alot! And totally, that section was spectacular and my favourite so far! Can’t wait to return to complete the Sierra, hopefully this year 🤞
You have made the right decision for you. I hope the snow melts and the rivers drop later in the season so you can return and enjoy the Sierra. Good luck with the flip. Stay strong and hike happy.
Your excitement to start the Sierra was awesome to see. Enjoyed see the different tents. Best of luck to everyone on their personal journeys. Keep trekking. 😊
Loved this stretch. I assume your last campsites were at Cottonwood/Horseshoe Meadow campground. I'm not sure what date you were there but I'm glad to see it seems to be snow free. I had planned to do a little backpacking around Cottonwood Lakes in early June but postponed it until later this summer. Glad to see it's clearing little by little.
Was that camp in Cotton Wood Pass Trailhead?... I started my NOBO of the JMT there when i did it two years ago. Side note... Lone Pine and BIshop CA rock! I've spend many days in those two towns when I travel out to the Sierra from the east coast..... just incredible little towns!
Did you exit at Mulkey Pass or Trail Pass or Cottonwood Pass? I’ll be doing this section soon and would appreciate knowing. Good call on exiting the Sierra for now. Safety first! Happy trails!
So what was the intruder after in your tent...do you keep snacks or other smell good things in the tent with you? Wise choice skipping up to Old Station. The best of luck to all the teams!🍀
Sorry to see you quit the sierra's. Like I told you a 62 and 68 yr old guys made it to Bishop and beyond. If you skip to Reno you will likely find equally bad conditions there. Oh well, you're hiking I'm not. To be fair it's easier for me hiking from home than any of the actual hiking you have done. Congratulations on your hike so far and for always having a smile on your face.
Like you said I’m hiking, and if you where here you would know that rangers where turning hikers around due to avalanches and the age of the hiker is irrelevant in my mind, but Thankyou for the comment :)
I've just watched the few clips the Codgers managed to shoot going over Mather Pass. They had someone with experience in their group but the river crossing in the dark and the climb varied between extremely sketchy to absolutely terrifying. I've done a lot of river crossings and some snow and ice hiking but I wouldn't have wanted to do this without ropes and 2 ice axes! Ash, you certainly made a good call.
Hi, Ash. Following your adventures on the PCT. Your decision to go around the Sierras was a wise one, as shown by this group a ways ahead of your group. Experienced climbers bailed after a week. '23 was a dangerous year. Hope you are well. Add the www ect to the beginning of this link: ruclips.net/video/vZWOR7SU1dI/видео.html
Hi there :) wow looking at the video , that’s a lot of snow! It was hard to make the decision to skip forward but I have no regrets and look forward to returning one day to connect the dots :) Ash
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Ash, the footage of you slipping and falling is priceless. I've re-watched it many times, and I giggle every time.
Karma will probably come back on me for laughing at you, as I will be doing a SOBO section from Tahoe to Tehachapi in August and September. I hope a lot of the snow will melt by then . Keep the vlogs coming..
Happy Trails.
I bet your family watching from a far are happy you're flipping north past the Sierra's. I was relieved my daughter exited the Sierra's via Lone Pine.
It was interesting seeing all the different tents. That last one had me thinking "yikes! What about mosquitoes!!" I've heard they're bad in northern California.
Wow❤ just wow 😮. And now the exciting prospect of bumping into Huck as he is now hiking SOBO 😊 Thank you so much for sharing your journey, so glad I found your channel. The PCT is more than I imagined and I can’t imagine what it is like to be actually there. Safe and happy hiking.
I’m so glad your following along! For sure the PCT has met and exceeded all my expectations, it’s a magical experience and amazing to be here :)
Ash ur videos are so beautiful and powerful. You are awakening mystical Celtic spirits in the sierras.
Another great video. I look forward to them. Glad you went to Lone Pine and got a look at the Sierra. I am a California resident and to still see all that snow in July is amazing. Love your enthusiasm and love of the outdoors. Happy hiking. Stay safe and keep making decisions based on what yiu are comfortable with doing. Sending good vibes to all of you as you continue your journey.
Thanks so much and thanks for following along :) super excited for the day I can return back to complete the Sierra section :)
It is sad to see the Tramily split, but it would seem all have chosen wisely. Getting a taste of the High Sierra will make coming back later all that more exciting for you. Glad you finally got a hitch to Lone Pine -- walking all the way to the Owens Valley floor is nearly two miles of descent. (Owens Valley is the deepest valley in the USA!)
Looking forward to your further adventures. Thank you for taking us along!
Your videos are fabulous, Ash! I applaud you for doing the trail your way. Thank you for sharing so genuinely! Stay safe!
Thanks so much!
Omg…the first section into the Sierra looks so different ( melted) compared to when I went through back in mid May! And that damn road walk down out of the mountains!! It was still closed when I came down and we both had yo walk it- in a hail storm in the last hour of reaching Lavender Ranch. So glad you guys were able to get a hitch because it was demoralizing for us after a 12.5/hr day of hiking. Keep hikin!
Beautiful video, Ash! Great music, edits, narrative, chats. So great. Isn’t it just fantastic in the Sierra?!? And congrats on making it your hike, your adventure! We’ll be following you all along the way, regardless of which path you take! ❤️
Aww thanks so much, that means alot! And totally, that section was spectacular and my favourite so far! Can’t wait to return to complete the Sierra, hopefully this year 🤞
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You have made the right decision for you. I hope the snow melts and the rivers drop later in the season so you can return and enjoy the Sierra. Good luck with the flip. Stay strong and hike happy.
Your excitement to start the Sierra was awesome to see. Enjoyed see the different tents. Best of luck to everyone on their personal journeys. Keep trekking. 😊
Good job team Ash. Great views! Good decision to flip north,its serious business in those mountains in ths years snow.
Sierras!!! Yew has!!! Great job getting the views for us all! Awesome!!!
Great video. Beautiful scenery. Great tramily. Thanks!
Fun video. Best wishes as you find your way. You are doing great ❤
PCT seems like the best trail 💯👏‼️
Also gotta say, don't waste a minute on people who insist on being judgemental. Just keep enjoying your journey!
This is true in "real life" as well, not just when hiking the PCT and vlogging about it.
Thanks, so true!
What a great, fun Tramily you have made.
Loved this stretch. I assume your last campsites were at Cottonwood/Horseshoe Meadow campground. I'm not sure what date you were there but I'm glad to see it seems to be snow free. I had planned to do a little backpacking around Cottonwood Lakes in early June but postponed it until later this summer. Glad to see it's clearing little by little.
Was that camp in Cotton Wood Pass Trailhead?... I started my NOBO of the JMT there when i did it two years ago. Side note... Lone Pine and BIshop CA rock! I've spend many days in those two towns when I travel out to the Sierra from the east coast..... just incredible little towns!
Did you exit at Mulkey Pass or Trail Pass or Cottonwood Pass? I’ll be doing this section soon and would appreciate knowing. Good call on exiting the Sierra for now. Safety first! Happy trails!
Ash, every day in the Sierras: "Amazing! Favorite day so far!" Hope NorCal is almost as nice (not too hot).
Ahaha so true! Everyday on the PCT is the best day every 😄
Amazing footage, what recording device are you using?
Go pro hero 11 but I absolutely wouldn’t recommend them after having 2 break on trail and terrible customer service. But the footage is amazing!
Sorry you are not able to hike the Sierra at this time but you are the one hiking!
zippy fell down the whole mountain lol
That’s pretty accurate 😂 my back up trail name is Bambi lol
Bummer your not doing the sierra's.
I’ll be back ;)
So what was the intruder after in your tent...do you keep snacks or other smell good things in the tent with you? Wise choice skipping up to Old Station. The best of luck to all the teams!🍀
If you put clear tenacious tape..you’ll have a mini skylight
Are there people you meet along the way or friends?
Everyone in the videos are people I’ve met on trail :)
Ted Talk!😊
Ted talks the best !
Sorry to see you quit the sierra's. Like I told you a 62 and 68 yr old guys made it to Bishop and beyond.
If you skip to Reno you will likely find equally bad conditions there.
Oh well, you're hiking I'm not.
To be fair it's easier for me hiking from home than any of the actual hiking you have done.
Congratulations on your hike so far and for always having a smile on your face.
Like you said I’m hiking, and if you where here you would know that rangers where turning hikers around due to avalanches and the age of the hiker is irrelevant in my mind, but Thankyou for the comment :)
I've just watched the few clips the Codgers managed to shoot going over Mather Pass. They had someone with experience in their group but the river crossing in the dark and the climb varied between extremely sketchy to absolutely terrifying. I've done a lot of river crossings and some snow and ice hiking but I wouldn't have wanted to do this without ropes and 2 ice axes! Ash, you certainly made a good call.
Another great video. Nice reviews of the tents 🏕️. The trap is next level. You're doing an amazing job in very tough conditions.
Thanks so much :)
Hi, Ash. Following your adventures on the PCT. Your decision to go around the Sierras was a wise one, as shown by this group a ways ahead of your group. Experienced climbers bailed after a week. '23 was a dangerous year. Hope you are well. Add the www ect to the beginning of this link:
ruclips.net/video/vZWOR7SU1dI/видео.html
Hi there :) wow looking at the video , that’s a lot of snow! It was hard to make the decision to skip forward but I have no regrets and look forward to returning one day to connect the dots :) Ash