My First 200 Miler in the Italian Alps - TOR DES GEANTS

[@JeffPelletier]

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[@BenParkes]

Great storytelling, unbelievable race, felt with you all the way. Thank you and congratulations!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Ben.

[@paulpurves484]

Hey Jeff can’t emphasise enough how incredible and enjoyable your videos are long may you continue making them.

[@JeffPelletier]

🙏

[@benvoyageadventures987]

This has to be one of the best mountain trail videos on KZbin. Can't stop watching it. 👍

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks for the kind words, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@InsideMen-n5q]

Your combined talents of storytelling, filmmaking, humility, and physical and mental strength make you an above average human being Jeff. Thank you for capturing the soul of the races you compete in, commentate on, and support others in. I am very pleased I found your channel. It is fast becoming a secret weapon in my own Ultra Running journey.

[@deldridg]

Immersive, inspirational, emotional and engaging. Jeff, you create rare works which are a marvellous counterforce to the negative signals that resound around us. For me, I watch your videos and certain questions arise - what are my limits?, can I be a better person tomorrow than I am today?, how can I engage others to experience the joys and strengths that come from a physical outdoor life?, etc. Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. My wife, kids and I are moved regularly by your journey and also spend as much time as we can self-powering in our beautiful country. In 2019 we were hiking in the Italian/Swiss alps and Norway. Thanks too for bringing us back to Europe during our lockdown! Cheers from Sydney - Dave

[@JeffPelletier]

Thank you so much! Can't love this comment enough.

[@heymrguitarman7637]

Seeing this 3 years late but man the effort that goes in to these is fantastic. Great content indeed. This channel is a gem

[@HoffAppFarm]

Wow!!! I found myself crying watching this...the beauty of those mountains...thank you for this! Congrats and well done!! This needs to be on my race list for the next year or so when the world returns to normal.

[@JeffPelletier]

Glad you enjoyed it Joshua! It’s definitely one of the most beautiful places I’ve been.

[@Marcus_Aurelius.]

keep grinding bro! We wait for u at the finish line with some beers and great wine

[@ianshearer6813]

Great channel! You have a gift for drawing the viewer into your story so that they are right along side you on each ascent and descent, feeling each step, the wind, rain, rays of sunlight, pain and joy. Thank you!

[@heighRick]

Chad, Kevin, Jeff, Audrèe and everyone involved, what a wonderful accomplishment, big congratulations! Thanks Jeff, helps a lot!

[@sarahkingston7421]

Jeff I have to say as a fellow Canuck on the East coast in NS I have loved watching all your adventures, and the views. ohhhh myyyy. Your film style is amazing and it continues to feed my need to want to immerse my self even more into trail running. and long distances. Keep up the good work, both of you.

[@Starcrow999]

I love the end of this video, when you see the runners after the finish line. Especially the part between 42:04 and 42:21. Such a beautiful short portrait of accomplishment.

[@alexmorgan3435]

Never ever will I complain about physical discomfort ever again. A super human effort. Truly awesome achievement for ALL those who completed. Absolutely giant effort, literally. Tour of Giants.

[@SewerDroid]

Nice one! Made me relive the experience. I actually ran the race the same year. Started injured and really had a rough time finishing in 129 hours but it was an incredible experience. Thanks for sharing!

[@beeclimbing9954]

Wow, good on you Jeff! To shoot some gorgeous footage AND still place 64th out of 500 and the 1st time you participated at this race; I'd definitely call that a win :-) Thanks so much for taking the time to shoot, edit and score this film - brilliantly done. I look forward to watching further content from you.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thank you! Stay tuned for more.

[@Harta23]

Italy's woooso nice country and beautiful Place Thank you so much for Great sharing 💕💕

[@madmanswhispers]

Everybody that runs this race or even part of it is a hero to me. I watch stuff like this while I run. You're all pushing what most people would even believe is possible.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks so much!

[@sergiootorre]

I must confess: what a great video you have done! The way you did everything was outstanding! It made me realize that it must be a lifetime experience that every trail runner must do!... Fantastic and thanks for sharing with us all those moments. ;)

[@scrubjay93]

More cowbell! I almost didn't watch this video and I'm so glad I watched it! One set of my grandparents immigrated from Switzerland ~1917 and ended up in Portland, Oregon; soon other family members followed. My cousins managed a small fishery on Lake Lucerne from generations back. I traveled there in the 80s, but I don't know if I will ever see it again. Your film made me appreciate the Alps and surrounding areas so much more! I love the sound of the cowbells; it must be in my blood.

[@renebaldon2136]

Vivo in Valla d'Aosta ed ho fatto il Tor, complimenti perché questo video riesce a trasmettere le emozioni, le gioie e le difficoltà del Tor!! Bravo sia per il video che per la gara.

[@NikitaBorisov]

The smiling and hugging people at the end of the race were such a nice touch!

[@Hoehensucht]

Not great, not nice, not awesome...just beautiful. I have never seen such an indescribable documentation. The perfect cut of different scenes (POV, landscape, people etc.). Your respect for the alps/nature, the volunteers, the people comes out in every second. All this combined with a soft voice and silent music that fits to every scene. Everything is on point and watching your video was def. one of the best 45 min. Thanks for sharing your journey !

[@JeffPelletier]

Wow, thanks for leaving such a thoughtful comment and for the kind words. 🙏 Glad you enjoyed the film so much!

[@edg84]

Great film. I'm surprised you don't have more followers. I'm a long distance hiker rather than a trail runner, but appreciate your film-making skills and style of presenting your trips.

[@jwpickup1]

Truly excellent video - captures the majesty, the suffering, everything. I'm inspired.

[@georgebrett1378]

The first video of yours I watched was the Quebec Mega Trail and this is the second. I have from my youth been a runner including 4 marathons, but what you both do is amazing. We now live in Australia where much of the natural beauty here has been destroyed by fires and floods. I have so enjoyed seeing the natural beauty of Canada through you videos. Thank you both very much and best wishes for your future endeavours. George Brett

[@callofduty123ism]

Over 200 miles and days without sleep, how can I resist? Amazing video from the start! I will be running my first 50k in Vallarta in 2 weeks and your videos are quite a motivation right now!

[@JavierISampedroTNF]

Such an amazing experience in those mountains, full of energy by the people. I am not sure I would be able to accomplish something that hard, my admiration and respect to all the finishers.

[@kevindecoteau3186]

Great reception from the locals. The beauty of the place is overwhelming.

[@EmGeeification]

I think this has to be my new favourite trail running video. Bravo. Goosebumps

[@Gator35]

Congratulations, Jeff! What a beautifully crafted film. I'm now subscribed, and look forward to enjoying more of your work!

[@jogwithpurpose]

These videos inspire me to not just ultrarun but find a way to get into these races

[@mwqu]

Hi Jeff, this September I will be starting this journey. Have been watching your video the third time now. So real and inspirational. Looking forward to my own experience. Thank you VM

[@bongrobs]

awesome awesome awesome ... love the tone of your films, nothing exaggerated, nothing overdone. thank u.

[@myrandareimerphysio]

Just finished watching and see you have a video about what you'd do differently! Super cool

[@scottyarellano]

Amazing video brother! I love the chill minimalist vibe for such a massive adventure.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Scotty!

[@andreapalma194]

Sorry for my english.... thank you for your very very special work.... i remebered my TOR.... Dont forget my friend who you are..... a GIANT....un GIGANTE :-)

[@micheleberutti4307]

bravissimo for your Tor and adventure. i'm proud to listen good words about my country; about women and men that worked without any gain but the joy and the convintion they did just the right thing

[@inkjob12]

So good.....in fact...this was GREAT! Love your videos Jeff. Not only a Great runner but you are one hell of a great videographer. Soooooo Gooooood !

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks for the kind words Randy, I appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed the film.

[@maxkreienbaum]

Absolutely stunning, Jeff. Great footage, great race and a fantastic voice you have for these videos. Thank you so much for making this.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Max! 🙏

[@littlebritton1]

Fantastic video! I'm looking forward to TDG this year after 3 years of waiting! Such a beautiful race, of which I was lucky to be a part of in the Tot Dret last year, although I didn't finish. The Aosta Valley is a magical place and it's people are so welcoming. I can't wait to go back!

[@JeffPelletier]

The Aosta Valley really is unique! Best of luck at TDG this year 💪

[@waitej100]

Amazing, thank you for taking the time and effort to make a fantastic film of a great adventure!

[@kathfern]

oh boy! I cried at the end of this one....what an amazing race! Congratulations!

[@ririemarilyn]

Ive watch countless "1 man" running film/videos as Im a fan of trail running myself.. man you're the best! the moment, scenery just made my eyes a bit watery. Thank you for taking me/us into your journey! God I love ultra!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@reysaj]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful experience. It's like I am having a tour at TOR too.

[@MauroCattelani]

This is just unbelievable...but magnificent! Congratulations! I didn't think this was even possible before watching your wonderful movie.

[@eldritchmonsterofnorfolk7253]

Your videos are insanely high quality, it’s like we are right there with you. Fantastic video quality and the whole production is so professional. Thank you for letting us a peek into these races and into this lifestyle.

[@claramalaterre8794]

So mooving ! Bravo and congrats ! So inspiring, thank you :)

[@cedricdesforges4269]

One or the best ultratrail movie that i ve seen...great runner and great movie maker ! What a man 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks so much for the kind words 🙏

[@ivanpancera6924]

Sei riuscito a trasmettere solo un po' delle emozioni che hai provato anche a me..mi hai fatto piangere..grazie ❤

[@albero781]

You did the Tor! You should be proud of yourself! And you have this beautiful video as memory!

[@historyhypehub]

At the end of my 128 kilometers at Transgrancanaria this weekend I swore to myself that I would never run again. But after watching this amazing video I know I have to do Tor Des Geants one day :D

[@JeffPelletier]

TOR is a bucket list race for sure. Congrats on Transgrancanaria! I hope to run that myself one day.

[@ridhabelabbaci8776]

What a ride you took us through. A new fan here...

[@lucaandcoffee]

Congrats Jeff for the amazing storytelling of your adventure. This is definitely the best video on the internet about Tor. And congrats for the result: you are a “Géant”!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Luca!

[@sawyxyz]

Great video, beautiful memories, you are a very Geant! I see friends and me in some frame, but I signal a little mistake, in minute 33:48. it's not Rifugio Cunéy but Rifugio Magià, in Saint-Barthelemy, m. 2007. Thanks for sharing yours memories, see you in next Tor, I hope!

[@imshaehen9971]

Hi Jeff...I love how you tell the story of your adventures in racing. I'm living vicariously thru you! Such beautiful places to experience and run. Xoxox from Dallas Texas ❤❤❤

[@TohuWaBohu]

Great run and great film 👍thanks alot for let us contribute to your jurney 🤩 my wife and I have been hiking alta via 1 and 2 a couple of years ago. It took some weeks 😉 greets from Germany. Keep on running 👈

[@chinhchuduc4222]

Hi Jeff, I just want to hop on here and say thank you to you. Your videos has been a great inspiration for me to go out and run as well. Keep up the good work!

[@laktat_intolerant]

this film is underrated! thank you so much for this hard and good work!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Marius! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@etiennegarceau]

I don't know why these types of video make me emotional. Well done Jeff. Congratulations from a fellow Vancouver runner. Cheers!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Etienne! See you on the trails.

[@BrendanEvan]

Excellent film! Not only did you complete a huge race, but managed to get useable footage too! People may not realize how impressive this is!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks for that! Filming is actually a nice distraction for me, but it does add some logistical issues to what is already a difficult endeavour, that’s for sure.

[@JimCheesmanSpain]

Great vid, just like my race last year. And I would *so* much like to do it again, if it weren't so damn expensive!!!

[@jpgregor]

Congrats to the race and video. Probably my favorite running documentary. The Colle Lazoney part blew my mind.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks for the kind words JP! Happy trails.

[@riverlienhard936]

I felt a little emotional at the end. Thx for taking me with you on your journey.

[@JeffPelletier]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ViajeniBree]

Another amazing edit with this one! I love hiking and I have travel backlogs from my trip in Switzerland. You're an inspiration on how I could edit my upcoming solo hike video in Zermatt 🤗

[@JeffPelletier]

Thank you!

[@thierrygrivel2524]

I live in Courmayeur, and this is a fantastic video! See you next year

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks! What a wonderful place it must be to call home.

[@deborahaltenbeck3380]

Amazing! Thank you for sharing this unique experience and those great views! Incredible achievement! It is truly inspiring.

[@johnnyaldridge]

Still the best running film out there. Back again in 2024!

[@gianlucatornabuoni2205]

Complimenti. Bellissimo viaggio...mi sono emozionato.

[@w.w.walnut8400]

Jeff I know I'm late to comment but I have to say. This video was absolutely breathtaking and watching it actually made me quite emotional. Fantastic performance and willpower! well done.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@rorotech637]

Exceptional. You say sometime so hard but I am impressed about your poker face...you look enjoying and not tired at all. I know you probably film only when good energy but still.... Congrat Bro.

[@ameerqasim3212]

A hard, difficult race completed with exccilance and beautifully captured in vidio

[@masie8810]

Thank you for posting and sharing your experience. It is a wonderful movie !!

[@OutsideChronicles]

Amazing accomplishment, beautifully filmed while doing the race. Could not have been easy. Well done!

[@jamiek2039]

Congratulations!! You seemed so measured throughout! And great film making also, thanks for sharing 👍

[@brendenpenhollow5102]

This video was great. Extra wild when you think about the fact that this was weeks before lockdown. Crazy to see pre pandemic world again. Thank you for the great videos!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks! The race actually took place in September of 2018. It just took me a while to finish the editing 😉

[@miloskotesovec3301]

Amazing, capture video during such a hard race. Thumbs up.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Milos!

[@monhmonhmonhmonh]

This has to be one of my favourite film of yours, I haven't even completed my first ultra(s) that will take place in March and May but I can't help watching this again and again, my mind wanders and I'm starting to ask what if.... not helped by the fact this stunning region is one my favourite part of the Alps.

[@paulwilliams2814]

Just rewatching this one while I wait for the MOAB film!

[@maartenbln]

Your videos motivate me so hard to keep training for my first trail! Keep up the work, Jeff! Much appreciated!

[@danielconde13]

The numbers on this race are just incredible. Thanks for the video!

[@carni6319]

You two are awesome.

[@mikew6840]

Absolutely amazing - that distance in that topography is insane!

[@hdgjkag]

That was just beautiful, great story. Thank you.

[@JeffPelletier]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@Zoomdak]

Excellent film summarizing the intensity and beauty of this experience. Thanks for sharing!

[@JeffPelletier]

🙏

[@peschoanvi]

Really great video. thanks for this emotional documentary of your race. Greetings from Italy

[@JeffPelletier]

Grazie!

[@hardastrails2204]

Wow! What a film! Bravo Jeff on not only creating this excellent work of art, but for completing an incredible race. You really did it justice, selling what makes this race so special! Keeping my fingers crossed that my 2020 entry doesn't get cancelled like so many other races!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Tobias! Fingers crossed for you.

[@sebastienhodencq5457]

Amazing. What a quality video. the best I've seen. Congratulations again

[@LaurenandScott]

Well done, Jeff. Great effort. And thank you for providing us with some incredible footage and film making. 🤟

[@JeffPelletier]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍.

[@CanadianSledDog]

What a great film! This is some quality stuff! That condition of extreme exhaustion I keep hearing about in ultra running films is familiar to me from when I worked as a truck driver. Short term memory loss, blackouts, totally forgetting where I am and why (my favorite), loss of balance, the limits of caffeine, and yes, food works for me when coffee stops working too! I've had more 36 hour shifts than I care to remember, not to mention the cumulative sleep deprivation when you get only a couple hours a night for multiple days. It sounds kinda fun to me to experience that while on my own feet in nature, dangerous but fun.

[@JeffPelletier]

Interesting how similar that is! Just goes to show how important sleep is, whether doing a physically or mentally demanding activity.

[@ninjastellar]

Not only was this entire video very inspirational, insightful and calming, it's also warm somehow, the locals seem soo nice! I love Italy, seriously. Thank you for this, happy running! ✌

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Mia, I’m glad you enjoyed the film! The locals were amazing.

[@jasonmanikel]

Really amazing, Jeff! Thanks so much for sharing. Tragic - really - that you haven’t got more views...! I’m sure your channel will catch on. Excellent, inspiring, beautiful content.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Jason, I really appreciate it!

[@albertdl5795]

These videos have a magical quality to them. Thank you.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks so much!

[@jameselson82]

this is the best video on youtube

[@chocolate_squiggle]

Great video and amazing finish. It's now 4am but I couldn't stop watching. A few years ago I was running some much shorter trail distances of 80k, once even 100k - but with climbs of only 2000-3000m. I am in amazement you climbed 24km. From the small glimpses shown you seemed to have backed yourself early on to do this with little sleep - well done and thanks for taking the time to film along the way. It will inspire and help many current and future runners.

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks for much! That’ll teach you for starting a documentary at 3:15am ;)

[@iamjackoutside]

What a journey... beautiful scenery... What an achievement... You make me wanna race this race.. well done Sir!

[@kampinoskiemarszobiegi4167]

Great story! And beautiful shots.

[@JeffPelletier]

🙏

[@WindowsKiller]

What a great video, your story telling is so inspirational and the song choices were perfect!

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks so much!

[@Nick_Selleck]

Beautifully told story in a difficult environment. I’ve travelled a lot through Italy mostly on motorcycle but I really want to run and hike through those high alpine peaks. Just stunning!

[@exbrayatjf]

Really good movie! So impressed by the effort to take footage of consistent quality while running for 5 days straight. Edit and story-telling are up there too... now on to (re)watching your other adventures to remember how it feels to be out there.

[@JeffPelletier]

🙏

[@biczatylli]

all your movies are great Jeff, thank you for that

[@richarddirksen4501]

Unbelievable race. Awesome footage and beautiful storytelling. Your videos are at least one of the best and most beautiful. Love it! 🤙

[@JeffPelletier]

Thanks Richard , I appreciate the kind words!