Beautiful scenery. Always enjoy your content. Hope you are doing well!
@TheTrailDancerАй бұрын
Agree!!!! Great tips!
@monikalenz2559Ай бұрын
Trail Angels are another way to cut costs. If you get injured and need a few days to recover there is usually a TA who will host you if you just ask on the local TA Facebook pages. We've hosted countless hikers who would have had to quit the trail or spend a fortune on hotels otherwise. Some TAs accept donations but many don't expect anything in return but your appreciation.
@HitTheTrailJackАй бұрын
So true we are beyond blessed to have them! And thank you for what you’re doing and have done!
@boundr2107Ай бұрын
Today I made this in my kitchen. "As advertised", it is very tasty and I'll be adding it to my next hiking trip. I'm an old enthusiast of instant oatmeal, and "elevating" it with various additions -- both at home and on the trail. But adding peanut butter and banana chips is sheer genius. Dried cranberries (and/or raisins) are an old staple, and are well advised here. Another possible addition is some kind of nuts. Walnuts are ideal imo, but possibly sunflower kernels or pecans. However, I know that nuts can cost more, and low cost is one of the video "author's" several priorities. And just adding a bit more peanut butter will be adding the protein that these other nuts would add. But the nuts will add a bit more texture and additional flavor. In any case, this base recipe is well worth it, and the fact that it is so flexible is one more of its benefits. Thanks much, and Cheers!!! (beer_emoji) 😊
@HitTheTrailJackАй бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it 😃
@woodyshepherd6904Ай бұрын
you don't need a bear can in the winds
@HitTheTrailJackАй бұрын
Man I’ve been duped
@stephenhammond36562 ай бұрын
I know it's subjective, but in your opinion, when is the ideal time to start a NoBo Trek out of Campo?
@HitTheTrailJackАй бұрын
If you don’t like the heat early March mid April!
@z0uLess2 ай бұрын
I guess a light weight windpant will work in more situations than a mosquito pant ... but if you can use it (and need it) to create insulation under a pair of pants to trap more air under there, go for it. Heavy duty wool socks should be able to keep your feet warm when you sleep and also work as mittens if you ever need it, lets say in hike in the rain all day. Wrap them around a water bottle with warm water or a nalgene bottle with boiling water and put them inside your sleeping bag or puffy to create a whole bunch of extra heat to sleep in. Any gear that can serve more than one purpose is usually more weight efficient ... and extra socks is just nice to have.
@HitTheTrailJackАй бұрын
Extra socks are underrated
@Cheezecube1012 ай бұрын
Fiiiirre vid 👑👑
@miketroutman73653 ай бұрын
Good hearing from you Jack. Looking forward to your posts. Blessings.
@HitTheTrailJack3 ай бұрын
Thanks Mike! Blessings to you as well brotha
@CBne19973 ай бұрын
Waymark sadly went out of business 😢
@HitTheTrailJack3 ай бұрын
Waaaaaat!!! Wow this pack is a keeper then
@thruguru3 ай бұрын
C🇦🇺
@HitTheTrailJack3 ай бұрын
Much love!
@rolfdenver3 ай бұрын
Mind my asking what date you were crossing the San Joaquin middle fork by the broken bridge? Looks do-able to me. I should be there in late August 2024.
@HitTheTrailJack3 ай бұрын
don't mind what so ever! I was crossing it in early Sep it was hard to say, but that was an insane snow year so by late August I don't see you having any issues!
@davidsolomon11753 ай бұрын
Where is that swimming hole at?
@HitTheTrailJack3 ай бұрын
I wish I knew! It is outside of Bishop CA a local friend took us there!
@dgio50523 ай бұрын
Excellent tips. Who makes the best lightweight waterproof tent in your opinion?
@HitTheTrailJack3 ай бұрын
I think there’s a few, hyperlite has come out with a good one, but personally I love the zpacks duplex!
@tl10863 ай бұрын
Mg and creatine is a great idea!
@samu-yx8zv4 ай бұрын
Oatmeals are a great cold soaked breakfast, but why do you put pasta in your thumbnail if this is about oatmeal?
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Haha idk I made this so long ago couldn’t tell ya
@Cheezecube1014 ай бұрын
Definitely some nostalgia 🔥editing
@lawn-uh4 ай бұрын
Binge watching your trek, love the videos! Thanks for taking us along 😊
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Thanks I hope you enjoy it :)
@miketroutman73654 ай бұрын
I was wondering what happened to your posts. Nice video. Keep up the good effort. Hope you finish the Japanese track sometime.
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
I will! I can promise that!
@keithgarrett98294 ай бұрын
So happy to see you back on the trail and sharing a video of the trip. Looking forward to more hikes. Lots of beautiful videos as well.
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Thanks Keith it was good to be back
@davidshirley68504 ай бұрын
Glad to see you back on trail...hearing a possible cdt hike in future is great news it looks awesome
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Man…. It looks amazing it’s tempting for sure
@deboraallen79434 ай бұрын
Missed you buddy. Can’t wait to see some more videos
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
More to come my friend!
@clinthart67964 ай бұрын
Yay Jack … watching now -Clint🇦🇺
@GivePeaceAChance125 ай бұрын
You have no big old backpact and could be mistaken for a weird guy!
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Very true I looked homeless and scary lol
@GivePeaceAChance125 ай бұрын
Missing people imo is a good thing because it means youve got people you love who love you ❤ love the full nature shots, makes me feel like I'm hiking with you!!! Thanks!
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Glad you are enjoying the hike :)
@GivePeaceAChance125 ай бұрын
Lol when one is excited about pit toilets!!
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Oh yes, quite a luxury lol
@jasonleavitt71935 ай бұрын
I live in Utah and have hiked most of the trails on here. love the way you captured the beauty sure magic of the desert.
@HitTheTrailJack4 ай бұрын
Thanks Jason! I appreciate that it’s one of my favorite places
@jasonleavitt71935 ай бұрын
Great informative video, much appreciated
@DartmoorPaul5 ай бұрын
Some great suggestions 👍 thanks for sharing
@HitTheTrailJack5 ай бұрын
Anytime brothaaa
@Gettinglostonthetrail5 ай бұрын
Thanks Jack for taking us along your awesome adventure. Flying into Japan just to do the Kumano Kodo in two weeks from now. They said wild camping is not permitted, but really who’s there to enforce. This trip was last minute so I’m unable to book accommodation. Just going to bring my old Zpacks tent and NeoAir pad and call it home for a few days. I know they have 3 campground for a small fee. Guess like you I can crash wherever. The trail looks amazing. Great job capturing your adventure. 👍 🥾 🥾
@HitTheTrailJack5 ай бұрын
Yeah I slept at a ton of campgrounds and found crazy cheap lodging the day off I really wandered wherever it was amazing you’re gonna love it
@trailswithtony5 ай бұрын
Thanks Jack!
@AkikoBontems5 ай бұрын
Thank you again for sharing beautiful country side of Japan. I just went to Kumano Hongu Taisha and giant Torii area. Did you meet a local English speaking guide, Akira? Since you showed Kumano Kodo, I walked two short sections of this Ancient Pilgrimage road. Thanks to your video! I loved it!
@HitTheTrailJack5 ай бұрын
I’m glad you enjoyed it! I never really met anyone else who spoke English the entire time!
@stephengordon40815 ай бұрын
Ah Indian haven white man hell
@tchoopiepouet5 ай бұрын
i really loved your videos. can you tell me the date you take the trail?
@HitTheTrailJack5 ай бұрын
I was hiking most of the routes from Nov 25th to Dec 20th!
@2ozfs6 ай бұрын
Accurate ‘PCT’23
@memathews6 ай бұрын
Agree 100%! I've hiked the PNW since 1965 and everything top you have is perfect. The poncho is the only way to keep everything dry with enough breathability for summer and it's useful as a quick shelter or a sunshade or signal device or water collector, or many other uses. A headnet and light leather gloves are essential to beat mosquitos, and either your suit or woven fabric shirt/pants (I like REI Sahara shirts/pants, knit fabrics are NOT mosquito proof). You're right, synthetic insulation is the only way to beat the weather, my sleeping bags are also synthetic to avoid losing their loft.
@martinjcamp6 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for the excellent advice. VERY helpful.
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
Glad it helped :)
@Killuminatiforlyfe6 ай бұрын
Which branch were you in air force?
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
I was in the reserves but deployed a few times!
@Killuminatiforlyfe6 ай бұрын
I'll take a thru hike over Any deployment lol
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
Hahah 100% agreeed there!
@Killuminatiforlyfe6 ай бұрын
I felt the same excitement when I started the AT In 2019. Do you recommend the pct. What was your favorite part of the hike?
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
Yes, 100% the PCT mile for mile was gorgeous. My favorite part was all of Washington I couldn’t help but stop and just stare sometimes in disbelief of the northern cascades
@ranahanani76256 ай бұрын
There were some supplements that you mention that always work for you. I believe creatine was one of the. Could you tell me what those are again? I can't find the video.
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
Magnesium glycinate! And creatine hydrochloride!
@pauliedavis496 ай бұрын
i absolutely loved this. Elegant surroundings and photography! Thank you!!
@mrfelixandbuddy016 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
Wow not necessary at all I do this for free! But thank you so much!
@Glazehikes6 ай бұрын
Such a beautiful and serene trail. Thanks Outlaw. Peace and happy trails
@cynthiajack32796 ай бұрын
So gorgeous. I felt like I was traveling with you ❤
@Mikehastohike6 ай бұрын
I’m glad you enjoyed this area, I spent my summer hiking around and through the Lassen forest. From June through mid to end of July afternoon thunderstorms were common almost daily somewhere between Lassen and Shasta. We would watch a small cloud over Burney mountain or Crater peak just build until a storm popped up. Meeting the PCT hikers and talking to them or shuttling them to Burney inspired me to take the trip myself this year. Less than 2 weeks until my kickoff in Campo.
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
Have the best time brotha! Thank you for what you do for people on trail!
@DartmoorPaul6 ай бұрын
Great tips, especially for an international traveller. I’ve been advised by former PCT travellers from UK to budget $17k for my trip 😮 Your tips will really help reduce this, hopefully!🙂
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
They must have had a realllllly good time lmao
@DartmoorPaul6 ай бұрын
@@HitTheTrailJack 😂 I’m hoping that included flights, insurance and visa costs 🇺🇸🤔
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
@@DartmoorPaul you got it remember embrace the thru hiker bum in you lol
@DP2divers6 ай бұрын
Seattle gal looking at these episodes trying to get a feel for my upcoming LASH from Ashland to Donner Pass. I noticed your hat. What’s your connection to Sub Pop?
@HitTheTrailJack6 ай бұрын
Hahah no true connection. Funny enough coworker who lives in Seattle got me that hat and the Kurt Cobain copied journal it was a badass present just always wore it on my thru hikes!