Pacific Crest Trail 2024 Day 52: Forester Pass

[@robertnickell2610]

You have got to love these people. Not one complaint about cold, or altitude, being wet. Just living the dream!

[@CathyDuenas-rp1md]

As a veteran sierra hiker you guys are really impressing me. Plus you are so appreciative and cheerful. Thank you for being in this world.

[@coraltown1]

Stunningly beautiful snow country; thanks for bringing us along!

[@JoseHernandez-jh7ht]

❤ as you kids would say "that was epic" Rach is that short for Rachel you have the cutest giggle if I may say so you two are the best please be careful not to get hurt stay safe I'll continue watching...nite😊

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

What a memorable day! The views were breathtaking, and the ascent had me in suspense! I know you slept well that night!

[@ScottMeier-w6e]

Absolutely my favorite #PCT2024 video so far !!! Great job to your entire Tramily.

[@kayesmith-roberts7052]

Wow!! Agree that this is the best video yet. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@karlbe8414]

Awesome day! Glad you loved it! Great group too!

[@wineberryred]

Amazing, just amazing!

[@Fistmele]

Ive been up there before, but wow, you guys had an amazing day! Kings canyon is so wonderful.

[@mattstarkey2152]

OK, I'm only 3 mins into this video, but had to pause it and say "thanks" to you guys for all your awesome videos. So well done, and you two are really engaging personalities. I find myself looking forward to your videos every day. Thanks and best of luck for the remainder of your trek!!! OK, finished the video now-- just fantastic. Spectacular views. So inspirational, thanks again!

[@robertt9270]

Awesome group dynamics!

[@jilltaylor4932]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Absolutely the best video so far! You knock spots off any reality show on regular TV. Congratulations on conquering Forrester Pass.😊

[@MalFunktion1]

Congrats on Forester Pass!

[@Khumist62]

Wow. Absolutely amazing 🤩🏔️

[@Bozothebench]

Dude it’s like out of a movie!

[@alantroy9902]

Incredible footage. So intense.

[@talltree71]

Awesome work. Looking forward to Oregon. Live in Bend. Keep it up.

[@skyhawk-1]

Epic hiking video, best I've seen in 2024 so far.

[@mariusventer853]

Wow yoi guys are so lucky!!

[@kevinpemberton6740]

Really enjoying your ideos. So glad you two are enjoying the Sierra. It is so fun the see peoples rea Rion the the southern Sierra. I am so lucky that I live with 2 hrs of Whitney and we do a lot of overnight and 2-4 dY trips there. Keep the videos coming and be safe and continue to have fun

[@SkepticalRaptor]

I know that the word awesome is over used, but the views were awesome. It’ll be something you can share with your kids someday.

[@chrisfox5089]

You guys are awesome!

[@inyobill]

02:30: I estimate that less than 1/10 % people hike the High Sierra, let alone through-hike PCT. Even as a non-smoker, I always suffered over 11k ft, but still loved it.

[@AcrylicGoblin]

I'm 10 days behind. That thumbnail makes me think about skipping up and doing the SNs in August.

[@juergenwoehl]

Thank you for sharing, awesome footage! Did you use trail runners for the Sierras or did you change to boots?

[@amberbuxton6903]

Curious as to what dates you were there. Also, is this route part of the PCT or a side trail? Great job, it's been fun to follow along!

[@daniellevalencia1188]

You guys did Everest base camp correct? I’d love to know how the experience differs and which you felt was harder

[@SkepticalRaptor]

Sorry about your Bruins. 😃

[@DirkDigglerforpresident]

I've always said PCTer's do not see the beauty of the Sierra. This video is proof of that. The section between Tyndel and Forester is beautiful, but its wasted on early morning starts and snow walking.

[@larkangel6593]

I've been through there spring and summer multiple times via both Shepard and Kearsarge. Each have their moments. What you give up in pre-dawn snow hiking is what they show at the top. Absolutely unsurpassed views. Later in the year you can x-country hike into high unnamed mountain lakes and fish by yourself. It's all good - like Dan remarked, nothing comes close to the High Sierra.

[@DirkDigglerforpresident]

@@larkangel6593 Good to know. It's sad when PCTer's only know miles and not locations.

[@michaelb1761]

It's a different beauty in the winter/spring. I prefer August/September just because it is easier; though off-trail travel, which I've grown to enjoy, is probably a little easier in the winter as long as you have boots and crampons.

[@michaelb1761]

I know this comment is well after the fact, but just in case anyone reads this in the future. You should not be wearing microspikes on anything close to the slope of Forester Pass (or Mt Whitney for that matter, or pretty much any pass). They are barely attached to your shoes and will only result in confidence until your shoe slides right out of the rubber bands holding them on. There's a reason that the manufacturer says don't use them on slopes greater than 10%. Traveling on ice like is shown on Forester Pass should be done with crampons (preferably attached to rigid soled boots) and an ice axe with the knowledge of how to use them. ANything else just adds confidence without adding any safety, a horrible combination.