Panda on the PCT | Episode 1

[@nobodyhikes]

This was so damn good. Thank you, Panda!

[@jaclyngreer6086]

Excellent production quality. Best I've seen from PCT hikers.

[@travelooky1560]

I second that. Can't wait to see more!

[@ritajean2695]

Excellent quality. I found you through Second Chance. I’m working from home during COVID and keep your vids running on a loop in the background. So much beauty.

[@InventorGadget]

Woohoo, great episode! Nice to see your experience, also came here from SecondChance Hiker ;)

[@kathiloucedar5135]

Came here from Second Chance Hiker’s channel. Thank you for taking care of him while he was sick. You’re a good man.

[@therealbennybraden]

What an impressive video man!! You are capturing the PCT in a whole new way. Man you’re making me want to Thru-hike it bad. Amazing job my friend.

[@yellowroseoftexas2890]

I first heard of you on “second chance hiker” video. Looked on KZbin and here you are. I thoroughly enjoyed your presentation. Thank you for allow us along for your journey. Unbelievable, that “five star” earned his triple crown and now back out there for more adventure. It seems to call you back in. Be safe and enjoy every moment.

[@deaniew2210]

I can’t wait to see the rest of your videos - clearly you know what you’re doing, imagery is amazing and your storytelling is great. Thank you! See you out there.

[@marcellae3999]

Panda, your video/photograph is absolutely beautiful. I look forward to following you. Happy and safe trails

[@carolgorton5615]

Appreciate the comparison between the AT vs PCT. Video and audio excellent. Love the description of the trails and what the future trail will be like. At least you hope it will be a good day for you. I am along for the ride. 🐶

[@tootsla1252]

Nice! Love your photography, editing and narration. Well done. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@nancyb.7541]

Just found you (thank you Second Chance!). You have a talent for these videos, and to hear what a stand-up guy you are makes watching these all the better.

[@iamrailzy]

Panda, your videos are fantastic! Beautiful footage, and narration is great! Love it! I can't wait to see more as you make it to Canada!

[@johnonthetrail]

Beautiful video! I'm ready for more but looks like I'll need to wait. Have a great journey. I'm along for the trip.

[@tanyaweller309]

Subscribed because I learned of you from Second Chance Hiker. I love your caring spirit.

[@nightlydreams1]

Beautifully put together. Can’t wait to see more of the journey.

[@coryoverstreet865]

Wow fantastic video! Love your style and look forward to following your journey. Hike on☮️

[@tinmanandoliveoylsadventur7129]

I wish that I had found your channel when you were doing this. Super high quality video.

[@goldenshepherd9858]

Came over from Second Chance! You are an awesome young man for helping out SC.

[@nathansharp3193]

Dude. I love you. 🙌 The support you've given Second Chance is something I wish I was there to give to him. I'm so glad you two hooked up on trail. When I saw his first video I was hoping someone like you would show up to do what I, and thousands of others, wished I/we could be there to do. If I ever see you, I'm buying the first round!!!🍺🍺 I look forward to watching your journey on the PCT through your channel. I've only binge watched two other through-hikers: Evan and Liz (Handstand) on the PCT. They shared an awesome adventure. I kind of hope you and Corey end up being tramily. Happy trails Bro'!! 👍 ...I just got done watching your video and that is spectacular work man! Beautiful. Professional. Bad Ass!!!

[@evelyngorfram9306]

Swe-ee-et! You can write, you can film, you can edit... and you can HIKE! I am totally subscribed.

[@djg5950]

Yes he can. And very well, may I add ?

[@carolbarnsley1740]

Beautiful editing. Thanks for sharing

[@garypeterson3628]

Hi Panda, great job on this video. Looking forward to the series. I too was a Second Chance Hiker fan. Have seen every episode. I was a loyal fan from the first episode. Too bad he dropped off the face of the earth. Miss Little Bee too. The last video I saw from Second Chance was him waiting for a transport plane to go visit his kids for the holidays. Thank you so much for numbering your episodes. So much easier to keep up. Good luck and God bless.

[@lydiar4330]

Panda, what a beautiful video! Beautifully shot and produced, what a pleasure to watch. I hope we get some more!

[@jefferyhartman-thephotomat535]

I predict that you have a future as a filmmaker and documentarian. Excellent beginning!! Looking forward to your journey!!

[@winterprei5979]

I've seen my fair share of hiking video's, but this is very promising :-) I really loved the imagery and your storytelling and I'm looking forward to follow the rest of your journey. Thanks for taking the time to make these video's and good luck on your thru hike!

[@Slake-th4lj]

Excellent video! You are a great commentator. Definitely following you on this journey!!

[@stoneyshappiness1975]

You’re a rockstar!!and an amazing friend to second chance!!

[@ellenmartin2269]

Just beautiful video, enjoying the journey

[@woodswanderer7274]

Great introduction! I am looking forward to following your journey to Canada. Enjoy the scenery.

[@SalineScott]

Just started following you, because everyone needs a panda. lol. Yeah.... you know how I found you. I admire you and look forward your hook

[@Jesus-And-The-Hag-Fan]

Go, Panda, Go! Melonee and I are so proud of you! Prayers for the Journey!

[@edwardkenny2356]

Beautiful and well thought out photography. Thank you, Panda.

[@GoFurtherBug]

Wow! You put this video together very well. Thank you.

[@HikingwithGus]

Awesome video! Will definitely be watching your progress... Looking forward to the rest of your trip...!

[@tammymartinez7488]

Your camera skills are wonderful! When your done with the PCT you should consider the CDT! Imagine what you could do with the San Juan’s, winds, Yellowstone and most of Montana!!!

[@bkbland1626]

Get some, Panda! Excellent.

[@carolbintorio4033]

Just a beautiful journey..... what awesome footage. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@Arthur-Silva]

This shouldn’t be on KZbin and yet, I’m glad it is! Thanks for sharing this beautiful journey with us!

[@y2kmarathon]

Really admire your production quality. Beautifully framed tracking shots. Gimbaled carries. Great background music. Love to learn more about your video gear!

[@donnabailey4522]

Keep making your videos. They are excellent.

[@anitavaughn1968]

Hoping you'll post more videos soon. Awesome quality.

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Wonderfully done video. Good luck and I will follow you on your journey.

[@hollydressel8733]

Found your channel via your episode 3 featuring 2nd Chance Hiker...loved the quality of that video so much I had to watch your other two. You mentioned you arrived in Campo alone, so clearly you are doing all the videography yourself, which takes time to set up...but it adds such a quality and dimension to your videos. I've subscribed and will be back for more!

[@sacredcowburger1]

Outstanding photography and narration. Looking forward to following your trek

[@Aaron-cz5tz]

Really Really good video quality...excellent!

[@PatchthePCT]

Best video this year! Great cinematography

[@tammymartinez7488]

Great video! I came here from Cory’s channel. Look forward to seeing more! Boo to the one dislike!!!

[@djg5950]

There's always one in every crowd. Got to feel sorry for people like that. They must hate life.

[@wanttogoplaces]

This is so beautifully edited. Inspiring.

[@MichiGombocz]

Keep it up, you almost look fulfilled just by hiking, your shots are amazing aswell, will be an experience alone to follow your journey! Thanks for sharing, Panda

[@jennybrandon2393]

Now following per recommendation from Second Chance Hiker. Great video! I'm really looking forward to seeing your journey progress. Good luck and Happy Trails!

[@footprintsandtyretracks]

30 seconds in and know you have some mad filming skills. Absolutely amazing! Can’t wait to follow your journey & thanks for your interview with second chance ☺️

[@UpNorth2000]

Very well done Panda. I am really impressed! Can’t wait for more.

[@musingsatmidlife5278]

I am loving the format! The visuals are stunning, great narration and I love the interviewing. Keep it up!

[@davidanderson8381]

Great photography mate - well done. Following.

[@johnanderson8096]

Its unanimous... OUTSTANDING VIDEO!!!!

[@nathanburke993]

Living vicariously through you, Panda! Keep it up!

[@hughholborn9552]

Great job, producing a high quality video. I’m looking forward to following along!

[@TheJitasek]

New subscriber here .... OMG this is excellent, I am speechless. Good luck on your hike, stay safe and please keep posting :)

[@nerakdane]

Fabulous video, so well put together and presented

[@nlivers421]

I love your videos and how you put them together! I found you through Second Chance, as I've been following his journey since the beginning. I'd love to get out and do a long distance thru hike. I've wanted to do the AT since I was about 13 years old. I plan on doing a thru hike after my kids are grown, so I have a good number of years to plan. I've always thought the AT is what I wanted, but I'm beginning to wonder if the PCT is the way to go. I'd love to hear your thoughts on the two trails after your journey is complete.

[@djg5950]

After watching numerous thru hikes (since 2016) of the AT and adding the PCT in 2017 and CDT in 2018 I think that the PCT is probably the most doable for someone like me. Going to be 70 before I can do a long distance hike. I live in the Northeast so furthest to travel but terrain is more gradual, especially in the southern sections. I'd have to pick a less snowy year though. It's going to be tough for him and Cory to make it through the Sierra Nevada. Wish them luck.

[@rogerj.fugere3570]

Panda, you are awesome for helping Second Chance!!! Subsribed automatically and I'll be watching your series just as soon as I finish SC's................................rj

[@michaelsikora3589]

Your film technique is superb! Narration is informative and engaging! Really enjoyed this video.

[@LostAussieOnTheTrail]

Really good quality video Panda. Found you after watching Second Chance. Your narration is crystal clear and very informative. Will be good to keep following your journey. Bring on March 2020. Thanks mate from the Land Down Under.

[@jhonyermo]

DAYUM! Just saw your three videos. Subscribed. ! !

[@dirtribbonaddiction]

you shoot really beautiful footage! great editing.

[@ellenrovelstad988]

Looking forward to you documenting your hike! Hope all has gone well since this update.

[@JustinBergerPT]

Amazing cinematography man. I'll be joining my friend who is hiking the PCT in a month, I'll be following your journey!

[@Ericidryfly]

Panda outstanding job👍👍👍 That really was some very good editing coming from the trail and just using your phone.

[@jireland8824]

Amazing quality footage and shots for thru hiking!

[@littleaexchange]

Wow beautifully filmed!

[@Specksworld]

Arff she said. = awesomeness!

[@Jerrymc1975]

You have a remarkable eye for cinematic shots. Love your style. What date did you start the PCT? I’m starting early March and taking my time to get to Sierra

[@markscott4059]

Great video quality. What camera gear are you using?

[@lostindwoods]

Wow! Fantastic video. You definitely got talent keep them coming.

[@kathyjohnson6087]

Do you have any more film? Where is your Appalachian Trail film? I see you started March 2019? You have a nice voice.

[@JeffBlum]

Just started watching after someone in one of the class of 22 FB groups mentioned you. It would be great if you put all your videos into a playlist so it's easier to watch sequentially and also to link to the entire playlist rather than just your channel or a specific video. Regardless, this video is a great start. Fantastic quality of video and nice imagery and editing. Looking forward to the rest of the episodes.

[@20p65s]

Nice job, I'll b watching. Get after it.

[@svm5543]

Does he have any footage from the AT? Love his style! So good, watching it is a total vibe

[@christophrehse]

When did you start?

[@willardwooten9582]

Yeah California got our rain and snow , we have had over 50 brush fires already in Washington . Nice to see something different then the walking selfies so I sub . Keep it up.

[@TysonHilton]

I will join the chorus is saying fantastic videos...If you don't mind me asking- what camera and audio equipment are you using?

[@Jerrymc1975]

What camera did you use for the trail?

[@travelingpanda5108]

A Sony A7sii and Zeiss 35mm glass.

[@Jerrymc1975]

Travelin Panda thanks so much! Love your work. It’s so inspirational. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@felipecastellon4740]

Looks like you skipped the Warner springs and Paradise Valley Cafe. Still, well made video. I subscribed, liked and rang the bell. Thanks for sharing.

[@SmellyBones]

Photography this good HAS to be slowing you down, so thank you.

[@johnmccurryschmidt8565]

totally awesome

[@johnmichaelwallwork5576]

Good stuff dude!

[@darrendepaul5005]

Proud of you dude!

[@drewwithamericansouthdesig9288]

Panda,what part of SC are you from?

[@TheBenperri]

Great video. Unlike a lot of them out there. What are you shooting with???

[@travelingpanda5108]

I switch between a GoPro and a Mirrorless Sony camera with a 35mm prime.

[@TubaSolotheHiker]

Amazing video.What tripod are you using?

[@kurtwarren2167]

what do you use as a video editor?

[@jordanebling2138]

Your pretty inspiring buddy...fan

[@MarkusFolz]

Amazing quality, what camera do you use? And how do you edit these videos? When you are on trail? Very entertaining, keep it up and good luck on your hike :)

[@travelingpanda5108]

Thank you! I’m using a Sony mirrorless camera with a 35mm for almost everything, a small lapel mic for audio, Tascam dr-10 i believe, and editing these on my phone as I go!

[@MarkusFolz]

@@travelingpanda5108 Wow, editing on your phone? That's pretty sick, I wouldn't except a production value like this from a phone edit, mad respect! :D Which Sony do you use? I have the a7m3 and I love it. But I would choose something lighter for a thru-hike.

[@randysmith6493]

Very nice. Slider, pano, close up, larger sensor, microphone. You must be toting around 10 pounds almost in camera gear, thanks, i am enjoying it.

[@kellyb5747]

Beautiful video & excellent editing. Who did your logo?

[@papermoon1]

Nice how are doing the editing?

[@travelingpanda5108]

I’m making these videos on my iPhone as I hike, usually I’ll edit a bit each night as I’m falling asleep and I get a lot of work done when I’m in town for zero days. Using an app called LumaFusion.

[@kurtwarren2167]

I love how you did a different style from everyone else. Yours is less boring and different. you aren't just walking and talking about nonsense into a camera

[@travelingpanda5108]

Thank you! I’m using a program called LumaFusion on my phone, and doing the editing myself on trail.

[@paulwright2335]

Watch you with Second Chance.Amazing footage.Will be a subscriber.And checking out your A T HIKE...

[@roebucksadventure]

@:56 when you are showing yourself talk. Did you use the voice during that clip for the entire video? Was this clip the last part of the video and you just used the interview throughout the video and the voice. I love your video!!!!!

[@roebucksadventure]

Ok, it looks like you did some voice over. I love your style!!!!!!!!!