The Pacific Crest Trail | Chapter One

[@peterweida9042]

Makes me want to drop everything and trail!

[@attackofthelumbie9029]

Its been almost 2 years since I first watched this series and its almost 4 months until I begin my journey on the PCT. This was the spark that set off my interest in the trail. I've now read dozens of books and watched countless videos but its about to become a reality. Thank you for opening a new chapter of my life. I can't wait to see how its written.

[@AlpineShenanigans]

"It is the People" popped up in my recommended feed today after I was looking up winter camping videos yesterday (it's almost that time of year again), ended up watching the prologue, and wow Chapter 1 drops within like 30min of that, love it! I'm enjoy the videos, good aesthetic all around. Also nice to have it in bite-sized pieces rather than some intimidating 50min colossus.

[@carmelolukas7879]

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[@geraldvincent6223]

@Carmelo Lukas instablaster ;)

[@carmelolukas7879]

@Gerald Vincent i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site through google and Im in the hacking process now. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.

[@carmelolukas7879]

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[@geraldvincent6223]

@Carmelo Lukas glad I could help :D

[@BlueBoyBackpacking]

Elina, As you have probably realised by now, you have all the ingredients for KZbin success, stardom and self support. You have come out of the gate and intuitively mastered all 7 or so critical aspects for wide appeal. 1. Relatable charisma #1 ingredient - you have it in abundance 2. Topic that target audience cares about. 3. Thumbnail intriguing and easy to understand at a glance. 4. Title that grabs attention and is accurate to content. 5. Picture and sound quality excellent 6. Music that lifts 7. Edit that keeps you engaged on a rolling 15 sec basis ... I could go on. Well done. I will enjoy watching your meteoric rise on KZbin. You Go Girl. Regards, Blue Boy Brenden

[@imgadgetmanjim]

Blue Boy Backpacking You nailed that one. I sure hope she does the AT next, followed by whatever. I just want to see more. She is very talented.

[@junnifermercado6416]

Agree! posted her PCT film on my fb page coz its soooo good!

[@jennymarshall8334]

Here I am 3 years later re watching this series for the 5th time. It’s still a goal to hike the PCT & watching this just makes me double down on the idea that I CAN do this and it won’t be easy but it’s be soooo worth it :’)

[@Mtnsunshine]

Love this! Can’t wait to watch every ‘episode’. You bring a unique view and commentary about a trail I have not hiked (yet). You are an artist with your photos and videos. So much originality in your perspective. Thank you so much for putting all this together. 🙏👍❤️

[@dajo2824]

Walking and eating. Sometimes it’s good to not focus on too much. Great video.

[@Majormama]

I love what you were able to capture while on the trail. This is truly beautiful storytelling. I love everything about it down to the music chosen . This has got to be one of best docs made about the journey on the PCT. Ty for sharing your story with us. 👏❤️💯

[@tegenlily_]

This is my second time watching through this series ⛰️ so beautiful

[@ben1NZL]

I think you are setting a precedent as to how these videos will be created in the future Elina. This could be a template for all others to follow. Such is the popularity that viewers are immediately drawn in and taken on a journey full of colourful emotions of highs and lows. A lot of thought and hard work has definitely gone into each of these instalments with a thought process that eventuated well in advance as a "mindful seed" imho. Please never stop challenging yourself.

[@lolaweiss139]

This is so impressive, I can see what a wonderful experience it is. 😊

[@jasminmin_]

Umm ok I’m in love with this series! With so much content these days I have such short attention span but your storytelling is so on point that time just flies by and I’m just here wanting more! Looking forward to the next ep!!

[@bob-fh9pd]

Pretty sure the pipe dude at 5:13 gave me trail magic on the AT in PA in 2018. Glad to see he's back on trail.

[@ElinaOsborne]

Trimp! V likely.

[@justing307]

Watching your vids all over again. Gotta say your content is good. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@chriskelly6559]

If I had to choose between Elina and Mari.......I wouldn't. Look up both their PCT Hikes in full, just wonderful stuff.

[@K8ster16]

Recently became obsessed with through hikes and came across your stuff! Amazing videos, so well shot and your music is on point! Can’t wait to see the rest!

[@nervine81]

The comment about the relationship with food is so accurate! Crave junk food when in town then when back out hiking all you want is fresh vegetables. So so true 👌

[@johannesbrahms1274]

If it wasn’t for you, I wouldn’t be on KZbin binging on many other hiking videos of yours and of other creators. My curiosity for the outside and of nature and of why we love those beautiful sceneries shown in your video, has astoundingly increased. And I thank you for having discovered this whole new journey in my path of life.

[@JoeyGlides]

So cool to see Grumpy again!

[@ElinaOsborne]

He's so sweet!!

[@arnoschuster4392]

I hiked the trail in 2016 and have been thinking about the trail every single day. Your videos are bringing back all the memories and literally make me cry. Thank you

[@ElinaOsborne]

😭🙏💛 it's the blessing and curse of tasting the trail lifestyle, so I've heard.

[@martywilliard]

ELINA - this series you made is your most amazing work ! I especially love your ITS THE PEOPLE closing video. You are amazing!

[@JordanGreenPNW]

Your narration takes this film (video doesn’t sound right) to the next level. Definitely going to watch all the chapters now.

[@Lue_Jonin]

Groovy ✌😎👍 Sorry I missed meeting you out there... I was done with Washington by 4th of July ... I asked about you, a couple others had met you before they flipped to Can/Am border to SOBO . Your video presentations are just......😢..beautiful. Beautiful and worthy of so much praise and inspirational motivation ❤ ✌ 👣 🌈 Way to represent the hiking community Elina.👍

[@mclostinthewoods]

Makes me miss SoCal. I grew up on what would become the completed PCT (final section completed in 1993). I don't live in CA anymore, and don't have a desire to move back, but watching your PCT series makes me long for those trails again. I have a scout in my troop (I'm a Scoutmaster now) that is prepping for a PCT hike next year. I may have to take some time, grab another adult or two and some scouts, and meet him in the Sierras to do a section or two. Such an amazing trail.

[@noleftturnunstoned]

So many more people than when i did it in 2016. Almost 5 years ago. Still get massive nostalgia. Makes it hard to watch these videos

[@OntarioHikingTrails]

I just cant get enough hiking videos love seeing your adventure thanks for sharing.

[@markscott4059]

So glad I found your channel. I love watching Mari videos...

[@Amarony]

Thank you some much for the video Elina. Beautifully done! Can't find much better motivation than this movie to yearn for the PCT! Looking forward to what else you have coming. Thanks again :)

[@MishkaTravels]

How you still look so damn beautiful while hiking in the wilderness without a shower for days is a mystery to me! ❤️Love your PCT videos, they're so inspiring :)

[@Desperoro]

More tired she is more beautiful gets. I can't understand that 😯

[@SoLongGirl]

My flatemate just introduced me to your channel. I am not a hiker, but after watching this, its becoming tempting! Also, love your video style!

[@sylviamackay4987]

Your videos fill me with so much joy 💚 Thank you for this!

[@rifleman1873]

You are a joy to watch. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@jackiebocanegra7796]

You've inspired me to thru-hike the PCT this May! Thank you Elina

[@morganrandall7765]

I really dig your music choices for your videos. I can't wait for your next chapter.

[@tomsalter3570]

This is great, Elina! You are really gifted and creative in your story-telling! THANKS!

[@Marinbiologens]

This is so beautiful and inspiring, your storytelling is really on point! Love from Sweden

[@jdwpjdwp]

Incredible storytelling, and, and, and. :-) Thanks so.much for sharing your story.

[@rileylucero2650]

Hiking NOBO 2021! Thanks for making me so impatient with your videos

[@thomasvega8247]

Mari is awesome, and you as well. I live in washington and like many others trying to make it happen. To follow those footsteps, maybe that will be the next youtube pct video. Keep it up ladies your killin it.

[@Erthshkr]

Really enjoy living vicariously through you on the trail.

[@surfk9836]

How can the whole hitching be odd for a Kiwi. Back in the late 70's early 80's every summer, your winter, every one of my college years, I hitched through the South Island and skied for the season. It was marvelous! And as your other video states, Its The People. BTW Your videos are smashing, brilliant, and spot on.

[@ElinaOsborne]

I know, I know. Hitching is super easy, common and safe in NZ but I had NEVER done it. whut.

[@simply.matias]

Exactly, one of the best things of hiking is the simplicity of life 😃🙌

[@kaz3776]

Thank you for sharing your PCT journey. I didn't know about such a long trail. It's almost finding a new world. Loved watching your journey.

[@TubaSolotheHiker]

Well well well....very very impressive work young lady. I'm going to watch chapter two right now.

[@Kevinschart]

Elina you did such a great job with this film. My guess is you don't necessarily want this to become a "backpacking" channel, but hopefully you will continue to share you are creations with us! watching this a second time. you can see her personality and demeanor change a bit from the first part of the trial to the end. She learned and grew a lot over those 4 months.

[@tonykidd7441]

Completed the AT this year and watching this series brings me back to the feelings I had on the trail. The PCT scares me but coming around to it after your videos. Loving it, looking forward to the rest

[@myhokori358]

Why is it scarier than the AT? I heard it's easier

[@tonykidd7441]

@@myhokori358 I hiked the PCT in 2021 and the trail itself was much easier than the AT. I thought the PCT was much tougher mentally. Whatever challenges I faced personally, it was all worth it. The beauty of the PCT is world class and the trail community is amazing.

[@sarahsiger1041]

Thank You Elina, for your videos. They are Fantastic! Virtual hugs and all good wishes from a Dane who is definitly doing the PCT in the future.

[@markcummings6856]

Beautiful video. Thanks for sharing.

[@robertwhite7338]

Great video! Can't wait for the next chapter.

[@_justlikejulia]

this is going to be me!!!! thanks for this vid series. i see all of the effort into making it. WHAT A COOL TRIP and i would def be sucked into the hiker vortex

[@j.r.hutchinson1897]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@tannerkent5446]

Im very excited to follow your journey chapter by chapter, thank you for sharing! :)

[@wesleytils8985]

This is fantastic! It makes me miss my thru hike back in 2017. Scissors Crossing was a magical place to me. I’m excited to keep watching, especially for the sierras. Your footage is vivid and you capture hiker culture pretty good. :)

[@elementsofdaisy]

I really hope many people come across your videos!! They are so good. Great job with storytelling! 🥰

[@ArnoPouwels]

Love the "How I got my trail name" part!! Keep it up, really enjoying you sharing this amazing adventure with all of us :)

[@tommynikon2283]

@3:00+....I already love your style/content. REAL, raw, done well. All of you that do that damn thing are SO inspirational.....W-O-W.

[@dellunn7026]

this is going to be the best the series ever, can't wait for each one now :-)

[@Josephhikes]

I really enjoy the way you do your videos. 👍🙂

[@Genesis_kf]

Loving this series!! Great video Elina! Excited to follow the journey!

[@linsoft]

Hey Elina, I am thoroughly enjoying your videos, and although I've been lazying it up at home these past few weeks, this makes me want to get out there so much. Hope you're doing well!

[@spencernoe6980]

Looking forward to the next video in the series!

[@xoxo4335]

Gosh can't wait for the next. You are sooo talented! Thanks for sharing your adventures! :))

[@PocketTrailblazer]

Storytelling genius! So refreshing from all the other standard (boring) travel videos! Awesome work! 😉 Can’t wait you see where the story goes next! Also loving the ‘trail name’ section at the end!! 😂

[@amandaharris7811]

WOW Elina you are quite the amazing woman! I absolutely am blown away from your creativeness of the video! You have some unique talents! Looking forward to all the videos to come! You are such an inspiration!

[@SacWildlife]

What a great storyteller! SO GLAD that we're getting a long-form of your PCT adventure. I hope the trail was good for you, but if it wasn't - I hope you tell those stories too. I haven't seen much of your content, but so far, I think you could be one of the best hiking YTers of them all. Can't wait for more.

[@mleask]

10 seconds in, hit the like button. These videos are great! Great editing, sound, and love the vibe. Thanks for making these.

[@flyinggarage]

i love your videos, beautiful narration & scenes, good music also, cant wait for the next episode 😍😍

[@craigwilson97]

These videos are honestly so great! I can't wait for Chapter Two! KEEEEEEN

[@hoytfjell]

Seriously dig your cinematic approach to filming and editing your life on trail!

[@journeyofasoul8834]

You are an inspiration for me now ! The kinda music you use and the entire vid ! Girl you are a amazing ! 🤘

[@IPodelicious]

I'm in love with the visual haha

[@POVLA]

Awesome job! One of the better PCT vlogs ive seen. Thanks!

[@hikinghermit]

I am so looking forward to follow your entire journey. Propably the best edited vlog of the PCT I have seen so far. Many memories coming up watching this form my own hike...

[@k-thing2417]

Love it !!!! Beautiful scenery

[@michellelauravaleine1628]

Your videos are absolutely incredible and addicting and make me want to go to pct tomorrow

[@oliviamoschella3737]

absolutely love these videos!! patiently waiting for chapter 3. maybe I'll hike the PCT someday who knows...

[@katrinacrotwell8413]

Please post more! I love these videos so much!

[@jessagaspers264]

Loving your videos so far, incredible work!! Can't wait for more!

[@leedavis6000]

I commend you on this. Truly beautiful congratulations. X

[@adventurenomad777]

Beautiful! Thanks for bringing back so many memories! 'Bandit', '2018.

[@emilyf6325]

I reckon I am here to stay! Can't wait for your next video! xx

[@stephenwarrington9719]

This is the 2nd video I watched and they make me tear up for some reason. I thought it was so awesome you found a special friend on the journey. Isn't life crazy sometimes?

[@TravelSmallLiveBig]

This was a suggested video - I watch a lot of camping videos. Excellent job! Made me hungry watching you 😂

[@sophierebizant3666]

I'm obsessed with your videos! You are inspiring me so much! PCT is on the top of my to do list thanks to you. I can't wait to see more of your adventures. The videography is beautiful and the narration is very insightful. Staying tuned!

[@hannah_micaela]

I love your videos! They are so professional and easy to watch. As a fellow hiking-addict, you're making me want to do the PCT! I'm so looking forward to the next video!

[@michaelastudillo4128]

Elina! You're killing it! The emotions you put into these vids is so inspiring. I love it! Cant wait for the next chapter 🤟🏼

[@JimBobele]

Nice vid. Can't wait to see how the journey goes on. Just saw Paul's video yesterday and saw you in there. And it's cool that you met Mari also, another hiker I am following. They are ale related ;-) Happy hiking

[@aggyMI]

This was magnificently uplifting

[@andrewhyduke1974]

LOVED CHAPTER ONE!!!! Keep them coming!!!

[@Donderlab]

By far the most engaging PCT series I’ve ever watched. Hopefully you have more stories in the works!

[@rschumaker]

I wondered what Mira meant when she said that your video were cinematic productions - now I know. Keep them coming. - Hermit

[@BigDukeX]

What... Wow..., more from TipTap? This is gonna be a lot of fun👊😎...

[@MariahAlice]

Not me watching this series and my uncle popping up on the screen 😂 (the Julian goldens)

[@mirjanacro]

Beautiful! Hope to get a detailed gear and clothes video for us PCT future hikers :)

[@dork1963]

Well done video. Cant wait for the next episode !!

[@NickDodenhoff]

Everything about these videos are fantastic!

[@akashpalanisamy5659]

Falling in love with your videos 😍 They are really good... Keep it up

[@vanlifeofficial]

loving your videos. such inspiration and advice. thanks x

[@silkywaysuniverse]

Didn't know I needed these PCT video's so much, thanks Elina. You're skills are incredible and you have the most contagious smile, can't wait to see more. ps. I love the 'How I got my trail name'

[@emilyzahra]

Omg! I'm like binging your videos. Love your channel. I subbed 🙏🙏💓💓

[@MarcMeredithLA]

Looking forward to chapter 2!