Hammock Camping the Linville Gorge - 4 Day Backpacking Trip

[@josephcase3622]

hi.. i just wanted to let you no i injoy watching your camping videos. kuz unfortunatly im disabled now kuz i have muscular dystrophy and im bed bound now but i usto go camping years ago and i wish i could still do it... anyways your videos show the hole experiance and the sights are awesome. anyways i just wanted to say thank you for sharing im a huge fan... Joe

[@shurppa64]

Any day sintax77 puts out a new video is a good day. Thanks!!!

[@dwayneg8486]

It was because of this video that I finally got to go and woke up this morning at the same campsite on Shortoff. Your video is awesome and again it got me there, but that view in person was a little better. Thanks again for your channel.

[@sintax77]

That's super awesome! Congrats on the trip!

[@Liquidforce4441]

When I go I will definitely have to stay at that site for that view, wooow.

[@lifeorliberty3086]

I've watched yours & Mikes camping videos at least 10 times each. I can actually turn a video on & put my phone back in its case & know what's going on just by listening to it while I'm working. You & Mike are 2 of my 4 favorite you tubers. Still waiting on the review of those trail slippers. Keep up the good work. Can't wait till the next one.

[@sintax77]

+Mark Waldrop Thank s for watching, Mark. Glad you're enjoying the vids :)

[@kraoutdoor1565]

Probably your best video, cant believe its allready 7 years ago you posted it😮

[@roybreault]

lived and hiked the gorge during the 80's all day trips on weekends many great views the area is great!

[@whitenoiserelaxation2161]

Did the Linville Gorge Wilderness Loop with my brother and had a blast! I recorded audio of a fire we made down on Spence Ridge right before the river and made some sleep music out of it too! I listen to it probably once a week definitely my favorite place on Earth!

[@ColHatley]

Enjoyed your video and glad you enjoyed the Linville Gorge...camp there 3 to 4 times a year...love it in the winter months

[@flysubcompact]

Thanks for the drag along, Sintax. You and your bud always seem to have good adventures. Great editing and camera work.

[@kaylapacatang5387]

Love this trail. We got lucky enough that some logs had got stuck by that river crossing and were sturdy enough to get from rock to rock and across the river! This place is a beast for sure.

[@brianwilcox9686]

Love Linville Gorge one of my favorite places. Glad you guys had a good trip. Forgetting your hiking boots is classic.

[@hiwyangel]

Way to play it by ear and still have a good time!

[@SteveSherron]

What a great adventure. I really enjoyed this video. I live in NC and have been to Linville but not this way. Bet he never forgets his boots ever again.

[@sintax77]

Steve Sherron Yes, we had the same discussion - pretty sure neither of us will ever make that mistake again!

[@tmaddaluno]

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[@OutLan]

Best vid yet! You guys crack me up...and remind me a lot of myself and my buddy Joe on some of our backpacking trips--good friendship, funny mishaps, etc. Really glad to see Mike has his own channel now, but that means I'll be spending even more time watching KZbin. I've heard lots of good things about Linville Gorge, and have been down that way/through that area twice this year. Now, I'm convinced I need to backpack it and find that spot where you guys camped. These are the kind of vids I live for, so please keep them coming! I haven't had the chance to backpack much at all this year, so I'm living vicariously through guys like you. Thanks!!

[@sintax77]

Thanks, outlan . Sorry to hear you haven't been out as much as usual, but yes you should definitely check out the gorge someday. In the mean time, I'll keep the vids coming!

[@nnordby78]

Thanks for sharing your adventures. They are very entertaining.

[@thekneebreaker4790]

another top notch video sintax, superb production as usual, you are very watchable and have a refreshing honesty

[@esadventuretales.]

Great video!! Glad to see Mike with you again

[@southernappalachianrecon]

Just bought a hammock today, never been in a hammock in my life, gonna try it out this weekend, I hope I'm happily surprised, awesome video, that view from that rock face was sick!

[@sintax77]

Congrats! Enjoy the trip :)

[@CarameloTV2010]

Thanks for always sharing your great adventures. Love the channel and thanks for all the entertainment!

[@ritjobbie]

I just watched Shug's video from the gorge and then yours pops up in my feed. Perfect hammock timing. Thanks for some good videos!

[@keithbush2945]

great video, thanks for letting us tag along with you guys, enjoyed it. keep up the great work

[@sparky0288]

Boy I wish I could go on hikes like that, looks beautiful there.

[@dubon811]

By far best camping/hiking video I have seen. you are one hell of a camera man. National geographic quality in a home video. I subscribed.

[@BentbrooksRambles]

Loved your reaction to cloudy gorge overlook! As one of the Gorge rats wrote on the forum, she kicks your tail then gives you an amazing view that keeps you coming back for more. And yes, hammocks feel great at the end of the day! I managed to complete a 28-mile loop there in June with calmer river waters, but each night we crashed hard.

[@sintax77]

Very cool, I'll have to do a proper loop someday. Oh, man - my list of "places I need to re-visit" is getting pretty long, haha.

[@MikeDye86]

Great video as usual. I went backpacking with my buddy for his bachelor party as well. Didn't cover much ground but it was still fun. I lined the inside of my pack with reflectix and a trash bag and stuffed it with ice packs. We had cold drinks two days in.

[@sintax77]

Mike Dye Okay, now _that's_ impressive :D We went the wino route so we could drink it warm and still be classy, but a ice cold beverage would have been amazing up there.

[@leootp22]

I see you were repping the deeds! I've had a pair for a year now and they are still going strong! Awesome vids!

[@Floody2010]

Great documentary guys..... such a great country. You guys are very lucky.

[@JohnFrahm0676]

Loving life and loving the great outdoors. You guys crack me up. Lightens my day watc.hing your vids. Keep em coming. Can't wait ti get some East coast hikes under my belt

[@alyishiking]

I was just out there a couple weeks ago! we climbed up to Tablerock (the ridge through the trees at 6:32), explored some cool rock formations at the Chimneys (handful of miles north of Shortoff, looks like you guys camped just south of there), then we backtracked north to Hawksbill Mt (which I'm pretty sure is the center right peak at 29:50) which had the most amazing 360 views of the gorge and surrounding area. I'd love to spend more time out there the next time I get up to NC. the entire area is just amazing no matter what kind of weather you get. also I love that you guys were able to just push through all the bumps in the road. great attitudes make for a great time no matter what.

[@flyrodhiker8326]

I don’t know how I’ve missed this video, I thought I had seen them all. Trailkilla killing it in slippers is awesome! I love your videos, you guys are great!

[@sintax77]

+Part time Hiker Ah, yes - the video that gave TrailSlippa his name. A classic, haha :)

[@DiggingWithTheWolf]

Awesome video. The Linville Wilderness area is awesome. I've never been across the gorge to check out the other side. I'll check out the GPS data on your website. Thanks for posting.

[@davidstone1991]

I love this video! I was worrying about using a 50L Kelty Redwing for a multiday trip but now that I know you got away happy with your pack I am pretty stoked!

[@bobbyharper8710]

Compromise between the wine and White Lightning is Southern Comfort. Just found your channel and you two are a kick to watch.

[@daltonpethel5697]

I love hammock camping can't wait to go again

[@GARYMANDIEVAN]

As always friend another great adventure, thanks

[@Edogawa1117]

Great video. I'll be sure to watch all of your blogs. They are very informative and entertaining.

[@Mrfollowill]

looks like you guys had actual fun!!!! Most hiking videos are all serious about it, you guys had a blast!!! GREAT VIDEO!

[@JamesRobertSmith]

Nice video! I see you were impressed with our Linville Gorge here in NC! It is an amazing place. Rivals some of the western areas I've backpacked for sheer grandeur.

[@sintax77]

James Smith It really is an awesome and unique spot.

[@JamesRobertSmith]

sintax77 I wish you'd have had more open panoramas and not so much mist. When it's clear, it's one of the best wilderness spots in the east.

[@dstrbd223]

Next time you come back to NC, I'd love you meet up with you and hike some with ya. I'm just getting started and have hiked a few of the smaller local trails. You videos have been a huge help. Thanks man!

[@vinceimp9581]

21:30 🤣 that was amazing, this whole trip was hilarious! I'm gonna laugh even more every time you mention trail slipper, now that I finally caught up on this episode. Great stuff.

[@t.w.fields8871]

Sintax77, you have inspired me, I purchased a HH and getting ready to try it out this weekend camp trip I have planned out, can't wait. Also I want to travel to WV to enjoy Dolly Sods. Being a NC boy myself I will plan a visit to The Gorge to enjoy hammock camping there as well. Keep up the video's, I really enjoy'em.

[@dabatkid]

T. Fields What model HH did you get?

[@shanekennedy3179]

Wow thats awesome, I live in upstate SC my son and I the July 4th weekend hiked the gorge and done some camping we go all the time.

[@isaacruthen9313]

You're not alone Mike, I forgot my boots at home one time as well. Luckily the trip was only about an hour away from home, so we just drove home and back

[@EasternMountainHiker]

Somehow I missed this video when you posted it. Anyway nice trip with some very nice views. A great way for anyone who loves to hike to have their bachelor party. Congrats Mike.

[@sintax77]

Thanks, man. It was a good time indeed.

[@sintax77]

Thanks, man. I'll pass that along to Mike as well.

[@shanekennedy3179]

Yes Louises, hope you got the Blueberry Pie lord hahaa good vid well done I sat through the whole thing. I love videos like this. Hey hope you guys had a safe trip home. Peace !!!

[@sintax77]

Yep, we had had a good trip home with a belly full of Louise's Blueberry Pie and some Jake's Burgers on the road. Good times.

[@loganmorrison7293]

Hey! I wanted to tell you that you need to come back to NC for a hike. Panther town Valley near Cashiers, NC is one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever done. You can also form a loop out of the many miles of trails. There are over 10 waterfalls and extremely diverse terrain along the area. Take a look at it, you won't regret it!

[@josephestes7076]

My favorite hike in the south east is panthertown valley. Beautiful place.

[@EatCarbs]

Forgot the hiking boots.. ouch!! Thanks for the video.. looked like a great trip

[@saetmusic]

Really enjoyed the video! Beautiful scenery! Good times! Learned something. I very rarely watch an entire video this long but it was a good one! I did LOL when you packed in a Bodabox of wine- excellent choice!

[@P1nkR]

"Look it's got some nice... uuunh" Haha! Mike the Survivor! I would be very upset with myself so it's good to see you guys keep such a positive vibe going even when things get rough.

[@RichAllfieldnohit]

Looks like a great time guys. Congrats Mike! Not only for getting married but for the new boots :)

[@sintax77]

Well, of course. A wife and new boots, what else do you need?

[@RichAllfieldnohit]

sintax77 ayup, that about covers it.

[@WalkingInTruthPC]

Another great video.... Thanks guys!

[@PhilCherry3]

Great trip! My son and I hiked some of that same area with his Boy Scout troop in 2008! I plan to go back there soon! By the way, loved your hammock setups!

[@detectingrose2221]

Just found you guys and so enjoyed the video I suddenly and clicked the bell. Awesome

[@cosmicmariner6621]

You guys are great! Talk about bad luck - I unknowingly entered the Gorge 1 week after a third of it had burned to the ground. It was like walking in a fireplace, literally covered with ashe after 1 day. Had to strip down to cross the river. Then noticed my boots were gone! Fell off my pack and went down stream. Took two hours to find them. Also found a meth lab on the far side. After that the trail disappears, bushwacked for two days to the bridge in the fuckin rain. Oh yeah, love the piece. Finally learned that lesson after 6 hr. stand off with a bear in the cattaloochie divide. If you can't bear the thought of a piece then bring Firecrackers it may save your life!

[@dug586]

Great Videos, thanks for sharing!! From NC and have been to Linville Gorge a couple of times!!

[@MuvoTX]

Awesome great trip guys!!... For a second there I thought mike was going to go Cody Lundin ... And make some sandals!!

[@sintax77]

I wouldn't put it past him ;)

[@jackpoirier5023]

ok gentlemen, I'm going to pass on a motto I came up with. "There is no such thing as half an adventure". Sintax77/Trailkilla - Love the videos. I got into hiking because of your videos.

[@sintax77]

I like that! Thanks, Jack :)

[@jackpoirier5023]

sintax77 you guys have to get up to do the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. I've done it four times with my daughter. Lots of fun.

[@JamieKrause86]

looks like you both had fun, that's all that counts!

[@1903A3shooter]

Second time watching and it is as good as the first, great trip, great fun, thanks for sharing. Dave

[@SeansLittleBayofHorrors]

Great video. I enjoyed Shug's cameo.

[@StateParkers]

cool! nice to see this hike from both of perspectives. Both movies were kick ass. Man we would love to hike with you guys.

[@sintax77]

State Parkers Thanks! Never been to Texas before, but it looks awesome.

[@CraigWhiteIllustration]

Great vid Sintax. Really enjoyed it!

[@ketcamaro]

Next time your at the hunting camp here in Tioga Co. You will have to check out Barbour rock trail on the west rim of the canyon....has views just like where you camped the night here....best experience ive had at the canyon was waking up in the morning and the canyon was full of fog and was like waking up on top of a cloud as i was feet away from the canyon edge on the West rim trail.....

[@1903A3shooter]

Hey man a great video, those hangers sure look good, great river, looks like a great time. Take care, D.

[@timhill2849]

thumbs up to you on the camera. great shots and omg, my arm would be falling off from holding that sucker that long. Great video and hope Mike enjoys the married life.. Good Luck Bro.. enjoyed the Video..

[@PaulBerick]

Also first video, really great! Well done guys!

[@sintax77]

+Paul Berick Thanks, Paul!

[@Mcmccart]

Great video - also love the HICKERY bros sighting

[@thriftysurvivor6117]

So fortunate to live in this area. This is only about 30 miles from where I live.

[@Onawhym]

i was just in the allegheny reservoir where my ankle was rubbing hard against my boot and had to wear my flip flops out. It slowed me down tremendously but i kinda liked it! made me slow down and focus on every step

[@ExcessivePC]

Thanks for sharing your trip. The Spam on a rock idea looked fun. I would have fried it on a stick, like a hot dog.

[@All_Things_Out_Doors]

going to aisle royale this year ....planning smokies or superior national forest next year...great video!!!

[@waynealford3574]

Loved the video guys, awesome, me and the wife may take a trip out there this year!

[@samsmallrn]

Hey man, I love your videos. I live in Flagstaff AZ. we are about an hour from the grand canyon. you need to do a canyon hike and camp video! you are totally welcome to stay here for your prep time!

[@explorersofthewild]

30:00 it never comes across on film the same man, but still awesome. now I have another place on my backpacking bucket list thanks for sharing

[@RallohE]

Most excellent ... definitely most excellent. Well demonstrated Lolly Gagging Techniques that a lot of us Gorge Rats have practiced for decades!

[@Bozcard]

You do a good job on your videos. Well done.

[@muddytigeroutdoors4790]

Looks like it was a blast. I hope I can make it there one of these days. Thanks for sharing man. -Jacko

[@christof705]

Great vid, boss. I remember seeing your 46L Hornet in previous videos and thinking "How the heck did he manage to get multiple days worth of gear into such a small bag?" Then I took a good look at what I was carrying, picked up a hammock and underquilt, and realized I could do the same. Hornet was discontinued but I'm doing just fine with the 44L Talon from Osprey. Keep pumping out the videos!

[@sintax77]

Thanks, man. I think I saw the Talon at EMS the other day. Kind of looks like an improvement / replacement for the hornet right?

[@christof705]

sintax77 Yeah for sure. They are pretty close in design, but the Talon has an improved suspension I think. More venting in the shoulder straps and hip belt, mesh back panel, etc. But it also comes with a slight weight penalty I think, it's about 10 ounces heavier than the Hornet.

[@sintax77]

Chris Koski Yeah, I remember seeing the higher weight, but if it makes it more comfortable, the weight may actually be less noticeable. I just picked up a Ribz front pack at 11oz, but my hope is that a better load balance will make up for it, so our total pack weight is pretty much the same.

[@wes1302]

Great video's! I hiked a lot back in the late 80's and then I joined the Marine Corps and spent 4 years of toting mega poundage so really haven't had the urge to put a pack back on. Thanks to your video's I just ordered a osprey pack and more gear to come.

[@237170]

Nice video, I think this one is my favorite.

[@RigSquad]

Yes! Love the you & Mike trips. More TrailKilla X Sintax Trips! easy on the hard stuff tho! haha

[@JRESHOW]

Poor Mike. That would suck with slippers. Great video!

[@crallwilliam]

lucky your able to get White Lighting in your State. Love your video and find it very entertaining

[@slagssell2612]

Thanks for video. Something I don't understand is why men have the need to carry a sidearm while backpacking. I've been exploring The Gorge for 30+ years, other than occasional copperhead, there is nothing to kill. Now if I could blast those ticks; I'd carry.

[@jbscornerstore]

Incredible view @ 29:50! I gotta get down south more often...

[@nlavigne92292]

if you get the chance to do this trail again stay on the east side, that way you can hit hogs back, hawks beak , table rock and short off. Each has their own spectacular and unique view.

[@sintax77]

nick lavigne Thanks, Nick. I appreciate the tips - we're planning on revisiting for a trip with the wives at some point. IT's an amazing area.

[@chriss8639]

LOL. Reminds me of the weekend bow hunting in northern MI in freshly waxed wing tips. Didn't see any deer that weekend for some reason. :)

[@ChannelTheron]

I've done the "wear the slippers out and forgot the boots" thing and had to hike in slippers too,a cpl times(youd think I'd just keep a pr of hiking boots in the truck by now).The Hexfly rocks huh?you can have a party under that.A cpl ppl pitched their tents under mine with my hammock too, on my Maroon Bells trip in CO.Nite Ize figure 9's are pretty cool for your hammock too....Nice trip/vid!

[@sintax77]

No doubt, loving the hex tarp. I checked out the figure nines, but picked up some Dutch Wasps from Dutchware this week that I'm looking forward to testing.

[@ShawnandStefan]

your videos are so friggin entertaining, you should have way more subs

[@gbrann100]

Just realized Mike carries a piece, I see the appeal but i don't typically agree. I'd love to hear mikes take on why he carries on trails. Not here to argue just curious to hear another persons perspective!

[@blain5827]

gbrann100 there can be varying threats, people is the most concerning and obviously bears. I always carry but think Mike probably should conceal,carry, open carry is for cowboys.

[@TomsBackwoods]

Awesome! looks like you found Shugs camp spot to! Well done!

[@sintax77]

Did we hit one of his spots from the grand loop? Which one? If so that's pretty cool, but I was oblivious, haha :)

[@leetshots]

sintax77 those rocks with the view (did you like the view i couldnt tell) is i think where they hammock camped during the thunderstorm, still my fave shug video!

[@Ryanc236]

Awesome Trip. Waiting on you to go to Mt Roger/Grayson Highlands and more gear reviews.

[@nunnyboy]

cool video! good to see trail slipper got a hammock! :) lol. looks like a great place, seen lots about it in shug emerys videos. nice one for bringing along the spam!

[@StateParkers]

I gave you a really good plug in this movie dude. I hope it brings you some traffic. Thanks for all you do. State Parkers - Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge

[@sintax77]

State Parkers Thanks, man. Very cool :)

[@ldixon9068]

Cool,,,Nice little trip!

[@docaaron2127]

awesome trip

[@marizlowder]

@30:00 - I love that camping site, it has its own overlook! So far Linville Gorge is my favorite place to hike/camp. Kinda sad someone chopped part of the tree by the overlook where Mike was standing next to.

[@MrKnottin]

From one Gorge Rat too another, I say that was a nice trip. I subscribed to you, and i hope to see you at the Gorge Rat hang this fall.

[@sintax77]

Thanks, Michael! And welcome aboard!

[@jgurrea]

Awesome trip

[@defiantwarrior76]

I enjoy watching your videos and I'm glad that you are finally getting "sponsors" for trying out gear. Have your ever thought of hiring yourself out as a trail guide?