We are so proud of what you accomplished! It was truly a pleasure meeting you, hanging out with you, and hiking with you! We have great memories of you guys and your support! Dustin and Katelyn Thermal and Sprinkles

You both hiked farther than most people could ever imagine, you did awesome.

I wear Keen Targhee IIIs which have the same outsole, same thing happens to those where tread chunks get torn off, Keen doesnt use the best glue on their Targhee shoes.

Congrats on your accomplishment. I have long felt too many have a digital pov, where it is all or nothing. Like when a football team makes it to the Superbowl but loses... they are seen as a loser and less is made of the fact that they freaking made it to the Superbowl. Just getting on the trail and starting is a huge ass thing. Then doing 900 miles. That is something to be proud of.

Congrats on finishing your hike! It's been great following along :)

Casual musical episode, always a good time!

It was so great to meet both of you on trail! I just got home to Florida to get some medical issues that came upon trail checked out and to go on a family cruise. The plan is to go back in September (likely) to finish the last 220 miles. I totally get your happiness and sad intersection. Mahoosuc Notch for me was terrifying going through it alone and in pouring rain and I had to be mentally put back together. 😢 On the plus side, there was little to no rain my last 4 days of hiking which made all the difference. Congratulations on your 900+ miles and your decision. I hope you both are doing great. 😊, Twister

We will MISS YOU BOTH. What you accomplished is something to be so proud of. The timing of this video is interesting to us, because we set out to follow you because you were doing the same flip flop we planned for next year. We just finished a shakedown in PA and realized thru hiking is not for us. Once we decided to do section and day hikes instead (because we still love the AT), it was so liberating and made the end of our shakedown so much more enjoyable. We hope to see more videos in the future and wish you both a lifetime of happiness together and many more successes.

I hate seeing the joy gone from your eyes. Personally, I hope to look at times like this like childbirth. The pain won’t last forever and there will be a reward at the end. Just keep pushing through. This is an exceptional season with rain in New England and anyone still pushing through is an exceptional person (including you two). Don’t quit. New England won’t last forever. The South is coming and hopefully it will be much better.

I feel so bad Rooster isn’t comfortable in his clothing. Like hiking isn’t hard enough! Two questions: How long is your mayo keeping (mayo could be the thing that gets me through😋)? How did you learn about or figure out the strategy to stay at the hostels, shuttles and slack packing? We see hostels and shuttles in our guide, but not slack packing. We have not used Far Out much yet. Sure hoping by the time you read this the Presidentials are in your rear view!

We heard another hiker say that if a slug or snail gets packed up in your tent they will stink it up bad. Just a little tip. 😉

Question: Do you carry your cook pot in your bear canister?

I hope Rooster gets that pack weight down somewhat. I think 16 miles is a great pace! We are always hearing about people having to get off trail for pushing too hard. By the way, Dumbledore made a hard choice, but he was not evil!!🧐🙃

no way you guys are actully wearing my maine maritime hat hahahah

I actually get belly laughs from Rooster’s sense of humor. My son has the same kind of humor. You two are doing great. Keep it going!😊

We are in PA and the smoke from Canadian fires is terrible. How are you two doing?

haha thats crazy

Hurray! Ice cream at last!,🎉 Loved the Legolas comment. I’ve thought the same thing on snow and rocks!

It makes more sense to do the videos by miles. We get confused with some of those who do by days because some people count their zeros and some don’t. We understand you may not get videos out regularly, however, we sure enjoy them and watch them as soon as possible when they do come out. We could never have the self restraint to wait and binge watch!😄

Do you each have a bear canister? Are you happy with them? What size/brand do you have? Keeping my fingers crossed that you will get your ice cream soon!

I'm pretty sure ticks made me allergic to red meat about 30 years ago. I don't miss it but some people would be bothered and sad. Ticks are no joke.

We get such a kick out of your humorous outlook. We plan to flip flop next year and we watch a lot of thru hikers. Nobody ever showed us that ATC registration book and no one ever suggested tenting at a hostile as a good option for couples. That makes such good sense for us because we, like you, enjoy just hanging out together and having the option to go inside if we choose. I also think you are staying healthier outside by yourselves. Thank you! We would love to follow you in our guide once in awhile, so any time you can give us your mile marker that is good. Happy “passing 300”!🥳

Great job ascending the fire tower, Chris. The definition of courage is doing something even while afraid. Madeline is so good for you. 😊

got to hear em on the roost to put you in range

yeah you listen for the gobble lol

We are cheering you both on! Thanks for the videos and keep facing those fears.

Getting pranked by the AT lmao 🤣

"it's to early to die"

Pit looks like a hunters blind

Nice meal idea!!

Awesome guys!!! Happy trails! Do you know about moleskin for blisters? With a ton of luck I’ll see you somewhere along the 100 mile wilderness.

The Video Froze at 9:50 to the end of the vid Good to see Maddie lol See you guys soon lol

Happy Happy Joy Joy Lotsa fun

lol better watch out ill dox them

yeah those people suck! Have fun Back hiking, They can go off

Fantastic Video! Way Better, really enjoyed it! Look forward to the rest!