Episode 26: The 24 Hour Challenge

Dixie finally makes it to the halfway point of the PCT, then she, Perk and Tomáš (goo.gl/B5yS38) challenge themselves to see how far they can hike in a 24 hour window.
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[@marshja56]

That guy who said you would never make it had no idea he was talking to someone who can walk 62 amazing miles...with a smile.

[@mikemkf]

Was awesome meeting you. Wish you could have seen the look on your face when I gave you that Starbucks via coffee. 62 miles just amazing.

[@jasonboe]

mike miller you guys rock!!

[@HyperJoe]

That was awesome Mike, I'm sure You really made Her Day! Nice to see there are so many good people, and You're one of them. Be Well always! :)

[@keidun]

Well done, trail angel...

[@glennsavh]

Trail Angels should have their own special club! You guys rock!

[@AhhTheBonnie]

Well Done 👏👏💚💚👌

[@kellirustin7944]

"Sleep depriven" 😂 62 miles 👏

[@hikerJohn]

Sleep Depriv'n but you beat me to it.

[@sheldontucker4287]

no officer I am not drunk, just "sleep depriven"

[@jerrywheeler121]

the titanic sank in the atlantic, alot of respect for this woman!

[@BearArms1972]

My Marine ROTC unit in college did a 24 hour runathon for charity. Most of the Marines did 20-30 miles (running in 3 mile increments and resting) during the 24 hour period. (There was also some drinking.) I thought I was a bad-ass doing 44 miles. Our former RECON Gunnery Sergeant ran 66 miles in 24 hours! He was a STUD. Still, Dixie, you are a bad-ass. We weren't humping a rucksack. You are AWESOME.

[@Johnhenryjones1]

M.D. Privett she's making us men look like softies, I love it

[@djg5950]

Now don't go giving her any challenges. 62 miles is beyond awesome and beats 66 because she was carrying her backpack plus +3 liters of water while doing it. Here's to people telling her she'll never make it !

[@diabeticaaron3463]

deborah gracie I think the one that said she'd never get there was a lesson. I'm glad Dixie thought about it a long time. Some people live with that sort of talk all too often. I know people mean well when they tell me about diabetes.

[@thunderbird1921]

And she's still smiling and energetic, after walking over 50 miles with a heavy backpack. She is insanely strong and fit.

[@kobold90]

There's an event taking place once a year at which you can walk 50, 80 or 100 km. You start at 9am and reach the end at about 2am or so, depending on how much time you need. While you don't have to carry much with you and there's food every 20 kilometers, I allways did it completely unprepared (twice even with a hangover). It just hurts but is doable. But I allways took the next two days off. After 100km, I'm barely able to walk home.

[@Shepz963]

My husband overheard part of this video and said "wow, 20+ miles?" To which I replied, "oh she's still going". You are amazing.

[@J1ss3ncy]

For the rest of the world, you walked 100 km in 24h, and that's quite amazing!

[@karenthomas1456]

How can anyone give these videos a thumbs down? Especially this one. Dixie you are amazing. I'm loving watching you walk this trail. x

[@SarahJHouseman]

GET IT GIRL!! I was on the edge of my seat cheering you on!! 62 miles, you're such a badass.

[@Mtnsunshine]

Holy cow! 62 miles!! Congratulations, you crazy woman! Well done. Hope you got some extra sleep afterwards. Wish you could share this with the guy who said you had to change course last time and that you wouldn't make it if you didn't. Ha! Obviously he did not know who he was talking to. Thank you so much for taking the time to set up the camera for us all so we could see you on the trail. To do that when you were exhausted is going above and beyond. I know they say that sometimes you have to suffer for your art, but that takes it to a whole 'nuther level. It is appreciated!

[@khatton740]

I love how happy you are during this challenge! No moaning just positivity and look what you achieved!! Incredible you are awesome!!! Your will power and mental strength is fabulous!!!

[@stem1023]

that was amazing! so impressed with your positive attitude and humility . . . worrying about viewers being intimidated with you mentioning 16 to 20 mile days! then offering encouragement. fantastic.

[@billderinbaja3883]

I have watched several of your episodes now, all very impressive... but this... You truly inspire awe. I can't imagine 24 hours of continuous hiking, let alone 62 miles in that time. Astonishing and magnificent accomplishment, you are all heart... steadfast and resolute. It is easy to tell you are a good friend... all who know you are fortunate people. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us mere mortals.

[@ryankc3631]

Dix, how's it feel to have the best channel on youtube? I think even US special forces units would be highly impressed with 62 miles in one day, across that terrain, with a pack. Yer a beast!

[@alantaylor6691]

Most special forces couldn't do it because they're not as acclimated to covering long distances on foot as she is when this far into a thru-hike. At that stage she's become a specialist. The special forces need to be spreading their attributes wider and couldn't do the same without the same kind of specialty acclimation.

[@chrisblevins5143]

This is my top favorite episode of the PCT Hike videos. The whole Triple Crown Trilogy is awesome, I just love how happy and proud you are at getting over 60 miles in just 24 hours. Congratulations Dixie, you inspire so many!

[@damalm]

I rarely comment on videos but OMG girl. 62 miles! Unfreakingbelivable. You have heart. As a former Marine and current backpacker...OH-RAH!! Wow, wow, wow, wow and another wow. What determination! Nothing short of amazing!!

[@MTknives]

I laughed so hard over the fried chicken, talk about some "Trail Magic" Look Ma' there is Fried Chicken under this tree! :D

[@rebekahm9402]

Patrick Roehrman that was pretty funny! 😆stinking squirrels pssh 😏🍗🐿

[@debcarpenter8519]

Patrick Roehrman A buffet of drumsticks with crunchy coating on the outside! I love Duxie's sense of humor!!!!!

[@brandonlenenski]

Congratulations on 62 mile!!! That is amazing!!! Love you videos. Still love the fact that you enjoy and film things most people will never even see. I wish your videos were closer to where you actually are on trail. Thanks for taking time to take us with you. I always look forward to the next video.

[@darchon5]

Doesn't get more inspiring than this. 62 miles of hiking with that pack, through uneven terrain, in 24 hours, mostly on your own, including through the night, after already logging 1300+ miles of the PCT, is absolutely insane. Amazing.

[@JDT0001]

Go Dixie Go! 62 miles... You are a MACHINE. Congrats on the monumental accomplishment. Love your vids. Followed you every step on the AT (watched many vids multiple times) and every step thus far on the PCT. Love it! Keep on keeping on.

[@brucewest3995]

OMG! You ROCK! I am not getting any work done at home... Sitting here binge watching your PCT videos. Love them. Well done, well edited & interesting. Thank youl.

[@raquelstanton8397]

Dixie 62!!!!! Well ... I have been following your adventure since you took the first mile, and love every one of your videos. Inspiring and so real.. but guess what? This is the one for the record. Keep the amazing adventure going. Enjoy every step as you are, and thanks so very much for sharing. Many of us, obviously :) are into backpacking, hiking and all, personally I am with my 2 kids and hubby... and the ​following somebody with such passion is just a reinforcement to continue growing the miles with them. Hard work you are doing, indeed! but what a memory you will have for ever. Cheers to you, and thanks for sharing with all again the fun

[@coracluver9234]

Dixie, I was cheering you on the whole way as I watched. Excited for you that you completed the challenge in a BIG 62 mile kind of way (and that you still had the time to enjoy the creatures along the way). So cool.

[@Frankers5]

Blown away. I loved your attitude. Incredible journey.

[@estheraortega4478]

I had tears at 60 miles and again at 62 miles!!!! So proud of you! You go girl! You are my hero!

[@mlctallahassee]

Dixie, you are a freak, I mean freakin awesome. 62 miles is unimaginable. I just did my first overnight on the AT. It was just a 20 mile out and back (10+10) and it was in doubt that I would make it back to the truck. I seriously am in awe of you as you continue to inspire a lot of people!

[@jswright2005]

I just can't praise your videos enough. This series is just so magical and inspiring. Also, you guys are machines for being able to do a challenge like that. I'm trying to imagine how many times I would throw up trying to hike that much. 31 really snuck up on me...should probably get back in shape lol.

[@randysmith6493]

Very awesome Jessica, with pack and carrying your own water over trail rocks and tree roots. I have been following your PCT journey with joy as a break from the daily job coma. You impress me when you step out of your comfort zone to push on.

[@wulliebandparades6604]

only started following you yesterday Dixie , your a star ☆☆☆☆☆ looking forward to going backwards to see your whole journey on KZbin 😊 be safe on the trail , saying prayers for all my American friends from Scotland UK. best wishes on your journey

[@katerinakubanova2849]

Yaaay! Can't believe there are people from the Czech Republic on the trail! Hopefully I'll increase the number by 2019 or 20. :)

[@jirifx]

Have you? ;)

[@Honey_Badger_xx]

Did you go?

[@joshmeyer7384]

Dixie's Words of Wisdom: "Is Ibuprofen a performance-enhancing drug?" "No" "No, okay."

[@28105wsking]

Oh yes it is!

[@mrcnorth7149]

Another AMAZING video Dixie! Congratulations on your 24hr challenge and 62 miles. Wow. Thank you for sharing 'your hike' with all of us.

[@andyf3342]

62 miles, an amazing feat! I love that you left the footage of Dixie walking back to pick up the camera absolutely exhausted. This girl is unstoppable! Keep on trekkin' Dixie!

[@leesadykstra2084]

You are SO freaking bad ass! My kids and I watch your videos and you are very inspirational to all of us. Congrats on 62 miles! That is pretty darn epic!

[@jasonboe]

So proud of you Dixie! My wife was upstairs and heard me react (loudly🤣) when you said you reached the 60 mark! Unbelievable! There's certainly a little stubbornness and competitive spirit in you, which is what you need for a task like that! Can't wait till next Wed to hear how you feel after this one.

[@jennifero.7096]

Amazing!!! Dixie you rock! 62 miles in one day. I did a 9.5 mile hike on Saturday and I'm not going to lie, I was tired at 7.5. I thought about you and was inspired. Thank you!

[@chuckborghoff8443]

I am in AWE of you.

[@scubadoc7100]

Chuck Borghoff yeah! So am I! She is tougher than any marine i've known!

[@glennkoenig6078]

Absolutely an amazing accomplishment! Congratulations on your new milestone. Best of luck to the finish line.

[@stanthemanhikes2965]

Great job Dixie. My 4 year old grand daughter Caeris was watching and cheering you on with me and says you are amazing !!!

[@joysheets2412]

I am so proud & amazed that anyone can do that many miles! Sweet Jesus... I pray you got lots of rest. You are so strong... I have to go back & watch again. You make me stronger. God bless you young lady. Love & peace.👍🙏🙏🙏I think of you every day & pray you are safe! I am just in all of what you have done! 😀

[@ryanj748]

So glad I found this channel. This and John Zahorian's channels are two of the best on KZbin.

[@katgeraghty31]

You, your editor, and perk are the ingredients for a very entertaining, funny, engaging show. Kudos. Keep on trekking. ✌

[@mikemcfarland3461]

OMG I actually teared up I was so excited for you!!! Now treat yourself to some rest. I watch all your videos and look forward to each new one. I'm 71 and hope to do some short legs of the AT since I live just north of Atlanta. I know I'll never get to the PCT so your videos are my armchair thru hike...lol.

[@DrewBoswell]

Awesome effort! Your AT series inspired me and I just got back from a 4 day out and back during which I averaged less than 10 miles a day. So your 60+ is nearly unimaginable. Well done and thanks for taking us along. Cheers.

[@erinhwang6389]

You Dixie, are one heck of a woman/hiker! 😃 I've been binge watching your PCT videos, this one is just of many of your videos that's just so inspiring! Keep doing what you're doing, and be safe!

[@scottiehughes9716]

Dixie, you are one of the toughest hikers i have ever watched,to be your age and that kind of physical condition, i can only dream of. I love watching your videos and seeing those awesome sights. Thanks you rock!!!

[@ronalvey103]

There are thousands of us viewing your video, that feel like we know you. How cool is that? More than a few times I've had tears come to my eyes, watching this PCT series. Well done.

[@stevemac1956]

Congrats. You rock girl. Keep on keeping on.....Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@EvansBackpackingVideos]

Awesome! Congratulations. That "sleep depriven" at the end is something I won't forget.

[@dustinperkins2698]

The smell released from the earth at the start of rain is called petrichor. It happens when the earth opens to receive the rain and oils seep out.

[@JMacMingoPhotos]

Also the name of a Phish song

[@billleblanc819]

That is an insane amount of mileage for a human to do in 1 day. Especially carrying the weight and dealing with the climate and terrain. Congratulations!

[@kirogurl]

Like a good book you want to savour but cannot resist contiually turning pages so to is your vlog filled with adventures! Good job on the 62 miles! That is absolutely epic! 😆

[@mishkacz]

You are amazing! Congrats to 62 miles and thank you for info/contact about Czech guy, it's nice to watch and inspire with a few thruhikers from my country.

[@WonderfulWanderingTopics]

That's wonderful that there are people to bring water and snacks for hikers on the trail. What an endurance test. You are the best. Thanks for sharing.

[@douglasstevenson4553]

thank you....watching your hike has reminded me there are still kind and decent people in the world. You are an inspiration. Doug Stevenson, Duluth, MN

[@truthpopup]

I've been binge-watching this series on your PCT trek. You are an inspiration, and that's high praise from this 69-year-old.

[@mattschlottmann4001]

wow, just wow, 62 miles!!!!!!. Dixie, so inspiring. I have never considered doing the PCT until I started watching this. Love the desire to hike and push yourself. It is amazing what you can do if you work for it. Thanks for sharing! :)

[@frankfowlkes7872]

I'm impressed but never surprised by you Dixie. Great job!

[@RobinEsch]

You are amazing, congratulations! Your episodes are always amazing but this one was extra special. Thanks for sharing!

[@vmelchers]

YES GIRL!!!! You killed that challenge!!! So inspirational , especially because you were in the lead on top! Bravo!

[@Sebastopolmark]

WOW 60 miles in a day. Dixie, you should be VERY PROUD of yourself. GREAT job! !! !!! CARPE DEIM GIRL

[@lauraelisee]

Love this Jessica! I hiked a little of the AT in PA this past weekend and thought, I'm walking where Jessica once was! Love your videos and following along on the PCT

[@bikerob1231]

Awesome Dixie! You rocked that 24 hour challenge.

[@davda92]

Amazing! I'm in Europe so I'm counting km instead and you did exactly 100km! The most I ever managed were 90km (should be around 56 miles) but now I want to get the 100km mark as well! I am currently hiking a section of the E4 in Greece, but it's only a 15 day section. Because of your videos I am planing on doing the pct in 2020. Thank you so much for all the bread content, it has been super motivating. Take care of yourself and all the best for the rest of your journey!

[@mobiltec]

Dang Girl! Yes I can believe you did that. You can do anything you want to. You keep on proving that. Excellent video and editing.

[@StephLa]

:O WOW! I can do a casual 8mile hike and by the end I'm absolutely spent. You are amazing!!!! You inspire me for sure, I want to do a thru hike once my kiddos are older and can mind themselves. Thanks for sharing your journey!!

[@scotthartman7332]

I couldn't stop watching. This was so great. You are a machine!

[@here4thamuzic]

Dixie, you continue to inspire. Wow! Just wow! Congrats on the 62'er!

[@gonagain]

I've never met you but I'm so happy for you! Dixie, I'm impressed!

[@meanmtber]

Nice job on the 62 miles. I love Chester. We go to the Lake there every year on vacation.

[@stuartrollings602]

Your cow call sounds more like a moose call. Be glad no bull moose was in the area! Loving the hike! 60 is huge and u deserve big props!

[@marilynsikes4726]

OMG the 24 hour challenge is amazing. You had me holding my breath. CONGRATULATIONS!!

[@alexandramichelletv]

Wow!! You definitely whooped that challenge, Dixie! Congrats on the 62-miler 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@crazydave0866]

Congratulations Dixie! Way to go! 62 miles in 24 hours is straight beast mode and something truly amazing!

[@gman3483]

Very proud of you!! Way to go Dixie!!

[@pitstop_calvin]

Wow! Outstanding! Congratulations on your 24 hr challenge!

[@Bea_Strong]

Oh my gosh!!! Superhero!!!!! You’re AMAZING!!! I’m watching this Dec 2020 and I’ve decided I definitely wanna do the PCT!!!

[@timshel011]

Wow, You're a monster woman ! I'll tell everyone that I know a person who walked 62 miles in 24 hours. Total Respect !

[@robbym70]

Holy Crapamoley ! 60 miles !! Proud of you. Happy to let you know my 14 y/o daughter is inspired by your journey and now tells me not to watch any new episodes unless she is there.

[@dirtribbonaddiction]

ya freakin hooo! i was impressed when jawnzee and neemor did 50s, more impressed when chocolate bals did 60, but you just blew the doors off of all of them!! congrats!

[@joeryder7684]

Favorite episode

[@kimbasciano_]

62 miles is insane!! So proud of you Jess!!

[@nickrodriguez6013]

Wow!! Dixie! 62 miles is just amazing, hiking for a solid 24 hours double amazing. Your one tough little cookie, way to go!

[@VoThomas95]

My 24 hour challenge today was to watch as many of your videos as I could and this is the video that meets that mark!

[@larryliggett8121]

CONGRATULATIONS DIXIE!! What an example of perseverance and fortitude. Can you smell Oregon yet ? (It smells like smoke!) Blessings on you. Osceola Man

[@jacobr1292]

INCREDIBLE campsite in the 1st part of the video!

[@Lukedoingwhatever]

Amazing! you basically doubled your previous record that is incredible. So inspiring

[@EarlyRiser71]

Straight Beast Mode!

[@scubadoc7100]

Early_Riser_71 i'm so glad you saw this video. When you start your motivational series you should have her as a guest speaker one day. You two are the most motivating people I have ever run across. Both of y'all are truly amazing!

[@bigal7454]

Absolutely incredible!

[@MariaSherowQHHTHawaii]

You must feel so connected to nature. I admire your strength to take on this journey.

[@kimbasciano_]

24 hour challenge looked crazy! That's awesome that you and Perk did it though! your videos are the best Dixie! xoxo

[@jeep4ron]

60 miles.. That is amazing..!! I’m just down the road 25 miles from Burney. You are one amazing person. Have a great day..!!

[@WanderingFromKansas]

That was an awesome hike! Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@Honey_Badger_xx]

Lady, you are a beast! and I mean that in the most flattering of ways. You inspire me more than I can say.

[@RachelinRealLife]

Right on, girl; you killed it!!! That was great to watch!

[@nikkineal6431]

60 miler!!! Way to go Dixie! You're killing the game.

[@MySupergirl27]

Wow the PCT seems to take SO MUCH more out of you then the AT! Keep up the good work 👏 such an inspiration ❤️

[@saltydog8395]

Awesome crazy!!!

[@8Throtl1]

Congratulations on the 62 miles! Thanks for the videos, Dixie!

[@justchilled6149]

I'm graduating this year and one of my goals is to go out and at least do a section of the AT! A big leap all the way across the continent from Canada! I've watched all your trail videos and I I'm in love with the idea of experiencing it for myself and traveling before I figure out what I'm doing with my life

[@brasco96]

Awesome accomplishment....congrats!

[@maryseleblanc8418]

Instant smile on my face when new video is up!