Day 144: And So It Ends / CDT Thru-hike 2024

[@MeganLuce-g4j]

Knee Deep here. Energizer, I can’t tell you enough how much these videos have meant to Mash and I’s families, getting to see us hiking every day. And it’s a huge gift for us, too, having such a tangible way to look back over all the little moments of the hike. But of course the greatest gift was getting to hike most of the trail with you 💜 (I haven’t actually watched this video yet, my mom made me promise to watch it with her this evening, but I’m prepared to be teary). To everyone who has watched and commented in this community, thank you for all the love and support you’ve shown! It’s been so much fun to go back and relive everything through the videos and comments.

[@jameshicks1182]

Hi Knee Deep. Congrats to you and Mash on this hike as well. I can only imagine how fun and enjoyable this was for all of you. Hopefully we'll see you in the future on more hikes with Energizer, I think he found a tramily he really clicks with!

[@davidwolfer2382]

@@MeganLuce-g4j your ever present smile made it look easy but I know it wasn’t. Congrats!!

[@aliciageth8033]

🎉🎉🎉congratulations to you and Mash. So fun and enjoyable to watch you all. I wish you all a beautiful and healthy life journey 😊

[@marthaee]

@@MeganLuce-g4j you are a very powerful, dynamic, strong & kind young woman! I really enjoyed seeing you w Energizer on y’all’s journey! I’m in my late (Very late) 60’s & am an avid hiker here in my beautiful Land of Enchantment (aka New Mexico).. I loved seeing y’all summit Mount Taylor, and hiking through my wonderful San Pedro Parks near Cuba! Congrats for a huge accomplishment! 🎉🍾🎉🍾🎉 I wish you all many, many blessings for very happy trails! Love you! 💕❤️💕❤️💕🎉🎉

[@tonieiselt6274]

@@MeganLuce-g4j It was fun getting to know you and Mash, too. Such an amazing journey to witness. Very well done to both of you.

[@_ramesh]

For sheer class, grace and beauty, this series on the CDT will be be hard to beat. Watching you from Day 1 from the other side of the world - from India. Your videos have been outstanding, but what made it very very unique has been seeing you do this with such elegance and with such a human touch. Posting a video every day is hard work, when tackling a thru hike of such difficulty. We are all very grateful to you for doing this. Many of us have learnt much from being part of your journey, if I can take the liberty of saying that. Congratulations Energizer, and the trail family - Knee Deep, Mash, Logman, Early Bird and yes, Larry. Wishing you all, the very best in life and thank you for allowing us to share your wonderful experience.

[@CheapRVliving]

I've watched this video three times now, and I think I will watch it again, many more times. I've never been pulled into a KZbin channel like I have been this one. As delighted as I am for you all, I'm sad to think of not being able to tune into your lives anymore. PLEASE!! go do something else so we can connect to you!!

[@howellbrandenburg1522]

Happy Veterans Day, Energizer!

[@thruguru]

Mike, Firstly huge congratulations on your triple crown Significantly, I believe you may even fall into the even rarer subset of triple crowners who also walked every mile end-to-end completing a continuous footpath on each trail (Determination + Luck there) On top of that (OMG!)… vlogging the Triple as well … a labour of pure love & pain I’m sure, but much appreciated by loyal fans like me. I hope you also derive personal pleasure revisiting those visual documentaries in years to come. This CDT series was a perfect blend of so many aspects: anticipation & recap; trail life, people, landscapes & wildlife (i think we met every grouse you encountered-haha). Perfect video length; impressive quality & impeccable regularity. Like so many others i will sincerely miss following your journey after today. I’m sure you have some post-trail vids that we can look forward to … Your AT series really inspired me to reconsider it for the future… this CDT series confirms my intention to walk it, but i don’t expect either to match the PCT and i still hold it as the Crown Jewel of long distance trails for multiple reasons - hope to hear your take … For the next few months i wish you rest & recovery - certainly looks like your body held up ok (great prepping!)- which limbs or organs protested the most? Your ‘Old Man’ moniker is not a lie, or even a tease … you quietly show we can All be capable of achieving something similar in later life. Your example & Energy is the perfect inspiration for what is possible. Mate, thanks again. Clint🇦🇺

[@cindyfields4231]

My husband and I have thoroughly enjoyed your journey! Your attitude and the 'looking out for each other' is so refreshing. What an accomplishment!!! to ALL of you. Mike- may God Bless you richly sir! Knee Deep and Mash- May God grant you favor and blessing! Log Man- such a solid example of perseverance- even when ALONE the trail is a challenge. You are blessed! Thank you again for going to ALL the extra work and headache to allow us to watch and live vicariously on your journey!

[@tommybewick]

This was the best thru hiking video of any thru hike that I've ever seen in my whole entire life! I was crying at the end, and I'm not ashamed to tell you that! Hoohah. Thank you sir. I salute you as a captain to a colonel in this United States Army.

[@alantroy9902]

What an incredible achievement! Notwithstanding how immensely difficult it must be, I never doubted for a second that you would succeed. Fantastic privilege to come along for the ride. Thank you so much for the quality of your content and for being an inspiration. “It’s a great day” isn’t a meaningless cliche, but is a philosophy worth aspiring to. You live in a truly beautiful country, and it has been wonderful to see it in all its glory on your three thru hikes. thanks again from Australia.

[@gilliancallison5108]

I thank you for bringing us all along on your journeys. I've watched all three and as an avid hiker/backpacker so have appreciated seeing these trails as you hike them. Extraordinary journey of physical and mental toughness and so much more. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤

[@TiffanyReynolds-yh9ed]

Congratulations! Thank you for sharing your adventure.

[@acemulcahey8355]

Many thanks for all the great videos and insights along the way. I will miss watching them. I remain hopeful that maybe there’s a southbound hike in the future. You sir, are a good soul. Peace

[@michaelpower4714]

Congratulations! I couldn't be happier for you and your trail family. I'll miss watching your adventures on the trail. God speed.

[@AMCD18]

....and the Academy Award goes to Energizer for the best vlog of the CDT 2024!!! it was really great, concise, beautiful scenery, discipline, heartfelt tramily...it had a bit of everything that is good on a thruhike. Bravo!

[@markmiller3587]

Congrats on your Triple Crown accomplishment Sir. Well done.

[@johnl8738]

Hi Mike, What a great ending! I am truly going to miss my morning videos following your adventures. What an accomplishment for you, just is unbelievable. Congratulations completing the trail, and becoming a triple crown member. You have been a great inspiration to me, and I can't thank you enough for sharing this experience with us. And the interviews with your trail family was fantastic. So inspirational. You all should be very proud of your self's. I hope you continue to film your future adventures. Would love to follow them. For your future endeavors, Be Strong, Be Safe, and thanks for taking us on this Journey.

[@BonusTimeonthePCT-]

Thank you Mike and gang!!!

[@chrislonsberry1974]

Congratulations to all! So happy you said that Early Bird finished too! This was a heartfelt video. I was moved to tears a couple times feeling the love, compassion, and friendship that you folks shared! Thank you again Mike for sharing your videos with us! They all were very good and for 144 days I got inspired by your “make it a great day”!!!

[@hokulele4059]

By far the best summit video I have seen. I've enjoyed your journey Energizer. Thanks for sharing.

[@wjsafs48]

Congratulations Energizer and to your fellow hiking family. It was such a pleasure watching your videos everyday and it brought such a big smile to my face with your upbeat attitude while on the trail.

[@ijblessjourney]

Wow!!! Congratulations!

[@AngelaMiller-x2j]

Thanks so much for supporting Warrior Expeditions. We've received several donations in your honor - they will go straight to the veterans in our programs. Congratulations on the Triple Crown. It's an amazing accomplishment!

[@malcolmcheney3640]

Words do not adequately express my appreciation for this manifold accomplishment by you, Knee Deep, Mash, Logman, and your combined extended families who also paid a price in your absence. I have a better understanding of the CDT through your added effort in vlogging fsithfully your experiences on the trail. I thought that Mashes morphing into you when he took over your vlog for a day when your camera was broken was the funniest until your Bob Newhart ending in bed with your trail family in this video topped it all! Very well done. Mac

[@hikinggentry]

Congratulations on completing your Triple Crown!!!!!!!!

[@symbiosisgear]

Congratulations, Energizer! What an incredible accomplishment! I'm so glad I met you on trail and appreciate your videos that helped my friends at home understand what the CDT experience is like. Mellow!

[@Twobarpsi]

I have watched every minute of every upload. I want to offer my sincerest congratulations on what you have accomplished! I couldn't imagine doing what you did, it is truly amazing! I look forward to watching your AT and PCT hikes now.

[@Donna-tq2lj]

This was the best “last” video I’ve ever watched. Thanks so much for making your videos available and for introducing us to your trail family along the way.

[@keithwagner6852]

Totally awesome congratulations to all and thank you for sharing your adventure

[@michaelmoss9191]

Congrats Energizer! I have followed you on your entire Triple Crown and the CDT is my favorite. Once again your vlog is done superbly....in fact the best CDT vlog I have ever watched. I am so glad you were able to bond so closely with your trail family. Thanks again for allowing us to join you on your trek.

[@jeevjagostudios]

Congratulations, Energizer!👑👑👑You are one awesomely tough "Old Man." And congratulations to your trail family (and Early Bird)! Thank you so much for sharing your incredible journey through your fantastic videos. This one, in particular, was superb and off the charts, even compared to all the other great daily installments. I look forward to following along on your next adventure, wherever and whatever it may be. [Sorry I'm so late to the party, but I live in North Central Florida where Helene downed some trees and knocked out our electricity for five days. Of course, our inconvenience was nothing compared to the devastation others experienced (and are still dealing with) from the storm and its aftermath.]

[@markford2606]

Great job Mike. Thanks for Taking me along!

[@ROBERTBURKHART]

Have followed you from your beginning on the PCT. You have inspired me and motivated me in so many ways. Thank you. Will miss seeing you on here. God speed and good fortune in your future endeavors my friend. Congratulations on achieving your TRIPLE CROWN!

[@HikeLikeaGirl]

I was finally able to catch up! Awesome! Congratulations on an incredible achievement! I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed your videos! They’ve been so helpful to me in planning my own CDT adventure! LOVE the ending!

[@stevetrimborn3739]

This is the greatest tribute to a trail family I’ve ever seen.

[@granolasteeve]

KZbin needs degrees of 'likes' - there's no way I can like this series enough. These one minute capsules today digging into each individual's experiences are priceless. Thanks, Mike, for taking us along on your journey, and theirs. God bless you.

[@mamawelder]

🎉congratulations energizer what an outstanding achievement! You were so fortunate to have such a great group to travel with I could tell the camaraderie helped keep each of you going through such a tough trail.

[@crzyforaz6473]

Thank you so much for all the time and effort it took to do the vlogs. I have enjoyed every day of your journey. I didn't think I would ever get to see Glacier National Park and now I feel like I have seen it. I also watched your Appalachian Trail Hike. I am going to look for your PCT vlogs next. You do a wonderful job of capturing your experiences. I am so glad you had a chance to have a trail family this trip. It seems like you really enjoyed each other's company .

[@toddavis-v9g]

Double Congrats Col. Mike! The CDT and the Triple Crown. I’ve followed you since you stepped on the PCT through to the CDT terminus at Waterton. I could see from your exacting detail to preparation that you would succeed at the Triple Crown even though initially you weren’t planning on it. A great accomplishment considering the majority of hikers will never have the experience. As an old hiker myself, I appreciate your documentation of this adventure. I’m physically unable to thru hike but can still enjoy the pleasure and solitude of a day of hiking. I look forward to your next adventure whenever that may be. Take care, rest up and hike on again some day. “It’s a great day”!! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♂️🚶‍♂️🇺🇸👊🏻 ‘One D’.

[@Lennen-N-Motion]

Well, what now will I watch for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Energizer, you've done an awesome job vlogging and you had wonderful set of highly skilled actress's & actors in every production. Congratulations to you and everyone in your trail family for completing the CDT and triple crown. I can't wait for your wrap-up video, I know you're thinking about it.

[@kimberlypenney7216]

What beautiful people and testimonies Thanks for letting us be a part of this awesome video blog. I have happy tears.

[@kimberlypenney7216]

lol loved the ending

[@marksheffield4941]

Simply amazing Mike. I am still trying to settle on which is more amazing, the thru hikes, the blogging, or your ability to sow new duplex zippers on the traill!!! I watched your PCT hike as I was waiting out covid so I could do the AT in 2021 and did a couple of trails including the CT that summer. I did the PCT in 2022. I had no plans to do the CDT because I viewed it as an unfinished trail. But watching your videos, I now have the bug. I will be doing it in 2025. Hopefully at 68, it will still be as enjoyable as the other two. Congrats also the your trail family and Early Bird. They added so much to this. I had the opportunity to meet Logman last summer on a hiking trip I did from Tahoe to Mammouth Mt. It was so crazy to see him show up hiking with you.

[@17119kimmer]

Thank you Mike! Thanks for showing me and the rest of us what the American spirit looks like. We can all do hard things and you really inspired! I cant express my joy in getting to share the daily journey with you. It was magnificent! Congratulations and well done!

[@MarmaladeOutdoors]

Huge congrats Energizer! I truly enjoyed following your journey. As a person who has completed just one of the trails I know how difficult it is not only to complete one of these trails in one year but to also vlog as you go. You were truly blessed to stay healthy during all three but also have great weather years where fire closures didn’t get you. You completed what I consider to be the most difficult accomplishment which is to only attempt each trail once and make it all the way through. I have big respect for you my friend. I’m in Carlsbad so let me know if you ever want to grab a beer and talk sometime? Now I think your next goal should be to hike all 3 sobo! Haha cheers Marmalade

[@peterbrodeur1480]

We had a wonderful evening last night celebrating Energizer's CDT completion along with his "Triple Crown" hikes. So here I am on Sunday morning September 29, in tears of joy for Energizer and his trail family. Energizer's fortitude is truly amazing. Old Man in the wheel chair.

[@vernaclevinger5716]

I'm 70, with back and knee problems. Vicarious will do for me. Thanks for taking me along with you.

[@tlosgolf]

Great final video! I followed most of your AT hike, met you briefly at Trail Days and have watched some of this hike. (After trying the last couple of years, I will be starting the AT this Fall.) It was nice seeing you with a tramily. There is just something special about people pushing beyond what the norm is and especially doing it together. "The human drama of athletic competition." Thank you for your service, thank you for the inspiration and congratulations on your Triple Crown Energizer! Well done!! - Peace and Sparkling Trails Sir

[@tanjamorgan8846]

I could feel your joy and it brought tears of happiness to my eyes. Well done, thank you for sharing your journey!

[@jimscott2998]

Thanx for sharing your life’s experiences with those who will never know that kind of comradity. “Climbing is defined by a purpose, the summit, but the best moments lurk just before victory, because after that there is only the descent.”, Peter Drucker, mgt consultant. Hearty congratulations and a sincere best wishes for all. Larry is such a legacy of devotion and commitment 👍🏼.

[@LillianHoika]

BRAVO! BRAVO!BRAVO! I applauded, cried and cheered at the video Finale! Absolutely the best possible closure. I followed each of 144 days with anticipation, appreciation and awe of your perseverance and alway positive personal comments. You and your Trail Family have been a tremendous inspiration during these past 5 months , just what I needed through "these times! I will miss you!! Thank you, Energizer, Mash, Knee Deep, Woodman/Larry, Early Bird and all! Your joy, smiles, humor, gutsy-ness and Hearts touch me still...deeply! Energizer's video story is a masterpiece! Thank you for taking me along!

[@carriehagstrom9777]

This was a fantastic video to cap off a wonderful thru-hike! The way you wove everyone’s statements about what the CDT and triple crown meant to them into the last bit of the hike was so meaningful. And the end had me giggling when the camera zoomed out to show everyone in bed haha… congratulations to each of you on completing the CDT and the triple crown!!

[@craighudson4449]

Outstanding, sometimes you need to run with the pack. God bless

[@donbrewer8862]

You guys have been a joy. You've enhanced my life also by being able to share your journey with me. All of you!

[@jerrybailey6584]

One of the best journeys that I’ve watched! Thanks for taking us alone😊

[@JimParker-k7k]

Truly a remarkable once in a lifetime journey. Thank so much for taking us all along with you on your amazing trek!

[@beverlyroberts1139]

Congratulations! I clapped and cried for all of you! I’m going to miss my daily dose of the trail from you. Thanks for taking us along ❤❤

[@kingdonjhawes7622]

What a great group of people to hike the CDT with. You are a blessed man

[@LisaC-h7i]

I have very much enjoyed watching your daily videos of your hike of the CDT this year, and loved this last video. Thank you for all the time and effort you took to share your journey with those of us watching. It was beautiful to watch the incredible scenery, and to witness the challenges you faced, and the forming and bonding of your trail family. Such a rich experience! You have inspired me to plan my own hike of the CDT. I wish much happiness and health to each of you and a heart congratulations on finishing the CDT and completing the triple crown!

[@richardpontius8210]

Thank you so much for including us on your CDT hike. Excellent culminating video. I think your inclusion of your trail family at a personal level really added to viewer's personal experience. Difficult to say too much about how much I appreciated your videos. Early Bird was such a big part of your trail family through most of the hike, I was sorry she wasn't with you at the end. I was very glad that you included the info on her finishing the trail. As an added piece of information, I"ve been sharing your videos with a couple women who are both over 80 and are getting to experience the CDT through your efforts. I hate to suggest more since your videos were so good but an added cherry on top of th experience would be to revisit the trail family in a year and share with us what everyone is doing one year after the CDT. Again thank you so very much.

[@suemoore1965]

THE THING I LOVED THE MOST WAS WHEN THEY WOULD LEAVE ARROW STICKS SO YOU KNEW WHICH WAY TO GO 😅😅😅

[@jamescleatus5113]

Thank you and Congratulations Mike, and a big thank you to your trail family for letting you share their experiences as well! I hope y’all enjoy some downtime and a good beer! Cheers.

[@happyperson8740]

Energizer, the best vlog from ALL the different hikes this year! You will be missed. Thank you and your family (at home) for keeping us entertained this year.

[@andyt5528]

Congrats on finishing the CDT! And thank you for sharing your journey! I really enjoyed watching. It's quite the accomplishment! Best wishes to you. I hope you have other trips you can share in the future!

[@suemoore1965]

Glad to see Early Bird finished two days after your group

[@ms7fam433]

Your quest had lots of adventures. Thanks for taking us along!

[@andreawarkentin5078]

Congratulations to you, and thanks so much for inviting us into your tramily the last few months. I was misting up all through today's episode. Your vlog was such a gift to us all. And your prior trail blogs were an important part of our son's decision to do a thru-hike. I'm so grateful to you, and so glad you and Ross got to connect. I'm so proud of you, Knee Deep, Mash, LogMan, Early Bird, and the CDT Class of 2024. I totally would have jumped into the lake, too😂 Wishing you a gentle transition home! Peace and pies ❤❤

[@judithpearson3968]

Morning, Mike. What an outstanding video. A big CONGRATS on completing the CDT. And an even bigger shout out for becoming a Triple Crowner. That is quite an accomplishment. How neat that all 4 of you were Triple Crowners together. That's special. It was strange and neat to see you embrace and enjoy a trail family on this trail. I enjoyed following you on your journey as I experienced the CDT for the first time. I also enjoyed meeting your trail family as they traveled with you and mostly kept you on the right track, except for your little detour you took one day. Lol. Seriously, this trail is really tough but you persevered and made it your own. Army strong, Col. Looking forward to future adventures. Can't believe you all jumped in that cold water. So glad it didn't rain or snow on your last day. Thanks for the update on Early Bird. Take care, Mike. Stay safe. See you on the next video.

[@delvecks3921]

Congratulations! It was. Great journey for us viewers too. Some great people around you as well🎉😊

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

Congratulations to all of you!!! I enjoyed the personal vignettes at the end. What a caring and delightful trail family!

[@robertligas250]

Congrats so excited and Proud of all of you. It’s been a joy living this trail through all of you. Wishing everyone the best this life as to offer. May the Peace and Grace of God our father be with you all . 🙏

[@russellinthebush2897]

Mike, congratulations on completing the CDT and the triple crown. My hat's off to you and your trail family!

[@houseneedstobecleaned]

So much love, joy and pride in all of your eyes as you completed the CDT and the 👑 👑 👑. Well done. I have enjoyed every minute and thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@j.d.andmarshazuber8872]

You said thank you to all the viewers for watching, but THANK YOU for documenting your tremendous journey-or journies now! I came in late to your PCT hike, but have watched your AT and CDT hikes every day, except when my wife and I are on an RVing adventure; it has become a morning ritual for me. As you wrote on your AT sign in book on Springer Mountain, “It’s going to be a wild ride.” Thanks for taking me along with you and a huge congratulations to you and your trail family!

[@anitasimmons3599]

❤😂🙏👍🥾♥️😊, wow, Congratulations all. Thank you Mike for allowing us to tag along with you on this incredible journey. Thank you also for sharing your incredible tramily. It really warms my heart that you got to experience a tramily. Mash summed it up for why, travel and backpack, canoe, kayak, sail... it's the people.... It's also a testament to the healing power of nature. Thank you again for vlogging your adventure. ❤😊

[@duckypam]

That trail is hard and you crushed it out with a great attitude and determination. Triple crown now too. Go home, out your feet up and have some beer and rest. I’m sad it’s over because I have looked forward to enjoying this journey with you every morning but time to reconnect with life and have some you time. Much love and respect to you and the family! Including early bird

[@joehikes5855]

What a Herculean accomplishment. Congratulations to you all.

[@allanjacobs977]

Thanks for taking me along your journey. Congratulations on your triple crown.

[@MrTitanTopper]

Congratulations!! 👍🏻👊🏻👏🏻💪🏻🙌🏻 👑👑👑

[@galeclay8866]

🎉congratulations Mike and your trail family ! What a accomplishment for all of you! Your video was beautiful and tearful. The feeling of what you have achieved must have been overwhelming! Soooo many thoughts and emotions. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of it Mike!!😊

[@scottcourtney9772]

I'm so happy for you all! I've absolutely enjoyed watching you every morning. It's been a fantastic year only wish I could have met you in Montana!

[@lewisleake9902]

Congratulations and thank you for sharing your journey with us. Thorough you I was able to go places and see things that I most likely I would not get to see other wise . We appreciate the time you spent doing this videos. Wish I could have hiked with you. Waiting to see your next adventure. Thanks and take care.

[@tracywatson1972]

Thank you Mike and tramily for taking us along with you! Congratulations on finishing this thru-hike, and congrats on becoming a Triple Crown-er!!!! And thank you for sharing beauty and grace of the Trail. Namaste

[@jeffandphoebe]

It was an honor and pleasure to watch your CDT hike. So glad your trail family was able to finish together (and thank you for the footnote that Early Bird finished as well).

[@OneEyeHikes]

Bravo!🎉 Congrats on the “Triple Crown” and more so for bringing the CDT to life with the joy and challenges of it. More so, thanks for sharing the human side and trail family. Looking forward to post trail recaps too. Thanks Energizer

[@sheliasipes8321]

Congratulations on your triple crown! This was an awesome video that literally had me in tears . Thank you for taking us along on this journey and allowing us to get to know your trail family. Best wishes to all of you and I hope there's another adventure in the future ! Triple Crown , Wow! Well deserved .

[@xbalance]

Congratulations on completing your amazing journey! I have never watched a channel so many days in a row. Thank you so much for documenting and sharing your experiences on the CDT!

[@judygoode5866]

Congratulations energizer! And congratulations to your entire trail family it’s been truly a joy watching! You guys are awesome ❤️

[@jeromegasser9631]

Well done. With a little training there is no reason for people over 50 to achieve a trail like this one . A masterpiece 😎

[@christopherhaak9824]

Mike, congratulations!! I've been watching you since day one on the PCT during covid. It's been a blessing seeing all your vids and documentation. I've got to wait a few years until I retire to pursue some of these like you, but you've pointed the way. It's an awesome accomplishment.

[@howellbrandenburg1522]

Congratulations Energizer!! What a sweet conclusion to an incredible journey. I know it was a lot of extra work to share, but I appreciate it so much! Thank you!

[@marcelsutton4178]

So moving, so wonderful. 🙏🏻

[@williamsaeger5883]

Mike, thanks for sharing. One of the best portraits of a loving ❤️ trail family I have ever experienced through your videos. I had tears in my eyes watching this episode. Congrats to all, Mash, Deep Knee, Logman, Early Bird, you, and all the other successful throughs.

[@gregbailey1753]

Thanks Mike! Enjoyed it immensely. Glad you plugged in Early Bird's finish just afterwards.

[@alanlarson2170]

Triple Crown congratulations !! Thanks for the ride along !! Glad I found you so I know more about where ' Daybreak ' was hiking SOBO ( he finished ) . Loved your tramily !! Many blessings 😇 !!

[@GuyMichaelSolling]

Others have beaten me to it, Mike, so all I can add is multiple congratulations for your triple crown, your continuous footsteps and your passionate daily vlogging, all done with unfailing fortitude, graciousness, respect and humility. You're an inspiration for us all on this great thru hike of life. Farewell and take care.

[@davelipsiea1553]

It's a great day! Congratulations Mike and thank you for giving all of us who followed along a glimpse into your Triple Crown! The videos were excellent! Regards, Dave (Bullwinkle).

[@RANDYS2121]

Congratulations Mike, truly amazing journey! Thank you for sharing, I have watched every episode of each journey since 2020, and I can only hope for more. I admire your determination and positivity. Randy

[@plainsimple442]

Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@glengullickson6538]

Equal parts Congratulations, Awesome and Thank You! Thoroughly enjoyed following you and the tramily on the CDT! Looking forward to whatever might come next and wishing all of the hikers on all of the trails a safe experience. Yard Dart.

[@midwestmikeonahike]

I loved that you included the voices of your Tramily in the final mile. Congratulations to all of you on an amazing accomplishment!! Your positive attitude and generous nature always shines through, even on days like the 2nd to last, which looked miserable! Best wishes on your transition to home. Can't wait to see what your next adventure brings!

[@TheP1rata]

Huge congratulations Mike/Energizer!! Your grit and determination will inspire aspiring thru hikers for a long time!

[@bobfisher4774]

Very nice final video! Really enjoyed the journey with you and your trail family.