PCT 2023 23-24

[@robertbarnes4]

It’s scary how organized you are and your planning is just awesome.

[@nullislandlife]

I usually select one set of PCT Hikers each year to watch their journey, and I'm on board with the Codgers until the end. Enjoy your hike.

[@jamesbonner5989]

Good to fine a nice campsite. Stay safe !

[@hashslingingslasher9232]

Deep creek hotsprings is just around the corner!!!

[@battlebornnevada92]

Keep on keeping on!!!! Your videos helped us plan our Section B hike next week, Thank you!

[@Wonderinggma]

Looks like the snow is melting off fast in Big Bear

[@jeffreyrule8143]

An epic day.

[@lauriimpivaara6626]

I have been following both of you throughout your journey and wish you all the best as you continue. The whole of Finland is cheering you on (even if I'm not sure if I'm the only Finn following your journey daily).

[@jillaubin481]

I’m American descendent of only Finnish ancestors if that counts.

[@wendyphillips5002]

Seeing these southern california PCT videos makes me want to plan and someday do the PCT from Mexico to Kennedy Meadows. I can see where I could do that section in maybe 30 days or so. That is about 700 miles in 30 to 35 days. That is about 24 to 20 miles per day of hiking. From what I have seen those spending many weeks to months on the PCT can average over 20 miles per day even in the mountains. Or maybe I can do much smaller sections over time. You guys are an inspiration to us all.

[@dangaspar1707]

Most hikers work up to the 20+ mile days over the first 300 miles or so miles to avoid repetitive use injuries.

[@wendyphillips5002]

@@dangaspar1707 Now, in the sierras and in hikes in southern california hikes over 10 miles are a lot even with a day pack. I have watched several people hiking the PCT last year with little to no snow. These guys even did a few days nearing and over 25 miles. I keep telling everyone the worst is the first few days. You do get stronger able to hike longer. I do remember being able to backpack near and over 20 miles per day in the sierras. However, I was in my 20s. Those long mileage days were crossing the Mojave desert. There was a section that could have been nearing 50 miles with no water. They caried lots of extra water for an overnight without water. Luckily some trail angel had left maybe 20 plastic 5 gallon clean water bottles about 1/2 way across that 50 mile section with no creeks or streams. Did you know the record time for the John Muir Trail (JMT) is just over 4 days for about 212 miles. There is a youtube with lots of hiking in the dark. What can you see and enjoy hiking in the dark? That is over 50 miles per day. Does not sound like any fun. The section on the JMT is spectacular in the daytime.

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

The guys did a lot of hiking prior to starting the PCT. Living near the AT gives the change to hike more aggressive inclines to help prepare them for larger mile days. ...editor

[@Halfpace52]

Love watching you guys👍 this is a tough year for PCT & JMT hikers and wishing you all well on the journey.

[@T_Mo271]

Glad you found good conditions. I spent a lot of time in the Big Bear area as a youth. I figured you were going to be waist-deep in snow, but I forgot that the east end of the Big Bear valley is in the San Bernardino's rain shadow, and they often get very little snow compared to parts farther west. The east end is very close to being out in the high desert.

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

Always enjoying your videos, if you get the chance can you discuss your cold weather gear and what you would change now you have gone through some cold days. Lessons learned maybe if any….thanks in advance and keep crushing those miles. Update just watched your day 17 video where you discussed your gear, thanks for taking the time.

[@pcrice-lr2dn]

Good job guys …enjoying this 🍃

[@cherylmitchell2808]

Our kind of hikers always in search of a good beer and we have gone to the brewery after a hike.

[@HitTheTrailJack]

seems to be warming up! hike on Codgers!

[@randysmith6493]

Beard coming in nice, my face can’t do that. Nice area. I was thing they should to blaze that trail, and then you mentioned right then that you saw one. Maybe on member should carry light snow shoes, then trade off who blazes for an hour. Knocking down semi flat depth of snow better than snow depth.

[@wendyphillips5002]

From all of us stuck behind a desk or too lazy or unorganized to hike the PCT. Your sharing this great hike is wonderful fueling our imaginations every day while doing very boring jobs and lives. I can see where I want to maybe do a portion of the PCT in the future. Again, about 10 days ago were were on the PCT from about 9 miles south of Vasquez rocks country park. It was wonderful to see several people even then hiking the PCT through that section.

[@dennisbrown2395]

Very impressive! Are you using boots or trail runners for to this section?

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

Rumbles wears Keens for PCT (wide toe box), he wore OBOZ on AT).

[@barb0138]

Why not use snow shoes?

[@hounddoghiker9021]

Okay Codgers, Hound Dog here. Audio issues update. On your latest video, days 23&24 from 0 to 2:22, No Filter is recording and there is NO BASE RUMBLE. Then starting around 2:23, Rumble holds the camera and the BASE RUMBLES until 2:42 when still shots are shown. Then at 3:00 Rumble is shooting and the BASE RUMBLE is back until 4:42 and Rumble points the camera down and does something that makes the BASE RUMBLE GOES AWAY. I don’t know what you did, remove a cable or something but the rest of the video is without BASE RUMBLE. This isn’t the wind crackling issue cause that continues but it’s not that windy. But that BASE RUMBLE is annoying to hear when watching.

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

They use their iphone to record videos. No special wires. Doin' the best we can. Sorry.

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

It was a good job they didn't get lost in front of you. I'm not a long-distance hiker, but with the high snow conditions this year, are there any lightweight snowshoes out there that would make it easier? I know it's extra weight, but it could make it easier. Live the unicorns and bunnies 😂😂😂❤

[@tom6363]

Just love following you guys, my favorite for the season thus far! Will be interesting to see what conditions will be when you get to Kennedy Meadows!

[@trexinvert]

Hey Fellers, I had to re-watch Day 22 video again. Such a big difference. Are those the same codgers? There was so much energy loss and defeat. The talk of going off trail and considering getting on hwy 38 had me worried. The 2 consecutive days of punishing post holing and waist high powder really showed in that Day 22 video. However, after two days in town and weather changes, Team Codgers back....alright!!! Keep on truckin.

[@richardinjapan4578]

I'm a got-snow-no-go kind of guy. Hat's off to the Codgers! So was the Big Bear Brewery good for what aled ya'??

[@maja_on_the_trail]

I'm following you from Denmark and I'm enyoing every minute of it and learning a lot from you guys. I hope to do the PCT next year and Your videos gives me some nice info on what to expect, on safety considerations, on gear and so on. Sure I prepare myself in other ways, but to follow you on the trail this year with all the snow, gives me some visuals on what could be my situation next year. Also most videos about PCT is made by young people. Even though I'm not a hag (I'm 46), it's nice for me to see people at other ages doing the PCT. Wish all of you a safe trail and expect to follow You all the way and get much more info and tips.

[@timnisbet2078]

You guys have been in a hotel almost more then on the trail 🤣😂😁

[@kudlakp]

I love Denim Dan's hat. What brand/model is it?

[@ericbuckner8182]

Thanks for the show .

[@BarbaraMulligan-gu4vt]

Hi from another old codger tucked up in bed in Wellington, New Zealand, enjoying your views and the snow.

[@DirkDigglerforpresident]

Great job!

[@Judy-fi7ce]

Back on the trail! Looks like the unicorns were watching over you with that nice trail that was tramped down by hikers ahead of you. What a difference from the other trail. Your campsite looked nice - some protection from wind. (I wanted to see what you had for lunch at the Big Bear Restaurant) Steak maybe? And an ale of course. Sounds like you have some good plans laid out for the days ahead. Safe hiking!

[@yppykya]

Durt. My dad used to say he was Tard, and he claimed there was a big difference between Tard and Tired. Recon you know the difference too.

[@Xommie]

You guys are rocking it! Sensible choices befitting a proper codger.

[@mercedesaponte6201]

I stayed at the other Big Bear Lake Hostel last Sept-early October for Two nights. I attended a 5 day backpack around the lake; 75 miles but no snow.... ha ha. I live in CO but wanted to attend this event. Heading to N. Lake Tahoe this October. Hang in there, Codgers! This snow is crazy!

[@yokkaichi1]

Beautiful day for a hike. Interesting how "dirt" and "durt" are pronounced differently. Thanks for recording and sharing your trip with us. Great tip on keeping your water filter warm at night.

[@adlhikes3159]

Hiked thru there many times on my PCT treks but always on 100% dirt. B thinking of this video when I (hopefully) arrive in the BB area in late April. Nice video.

[@musingwithreba9667]

Doncha love it when you have to dig out the picnic table so you can eat your lunch? 😅 Great day that you were able to make it 11 miles! That camp site and sunset was gorgeous

[@stewartjarvis3384]

Love the video's guys.Really inspiring to see you going for it.Many greetings from Australia.

[@melindakier1661]

Love the that area you’re in. And have hiked it many times . After Arrastre cg there is a spring. I was just wondering if it was frozen on or not. When you’re out there by the city dump on the trail, watch out for the poodle dog bush there’s a lot of it.take care

[@karlmiller7804]

Looks like you hit Durt below 8000' so you are good to go for 100 mile through to Wrightwood. Love your work

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

I’m glad you finally found some durt. I, too, like durt. Snow freaks me out.

[@neilcotter6035]

Sorry if I missed it somewhere. What camera are y'all using to record your trip? Love the videos!

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

iphone

[@MileOne...]

Great stuff! Will follow you til the end😎

[@laurarunshappy5867]

Doing great! 🎉

[@bettybarnett6994]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@wendyphillips5002]

I just watched a youtube made by a fellow about to reach Tahatchape at the north end of the Mojave today. It looked like he and another fellow crossed from Aqua Dulce in maybe 4 or 5 days for about 112 miles. Luckily the Mojave desert was not hot this time of year and there were water caches on the way. Crossing the Mojave desert in early April is much better than May or June when it can be in the 100s with full sun.

[@rkatrails]

What's the channel name for the hikers you're referring to? I'd like to jump forward to see trail conditions up that way.

[@wendyphillips5002]

@@rkatrails This is his youtube. He his in Tahatchapie overnight. He was caught in a high wind light snow storm the night before last. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjLgGOLed5njpo kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3bPoX6fnrKqnas

[@wendyphillips5002]

@@rkatrails kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjLgGOLed5njpo Hope this helps. The trail through the Mojave looks dry with little water and a water catche.

[@wendyphillips5002]

@@rkatrails Tony Scubatony Anschutz He posts to youtubes about his PCT hike.

[@rkatrails]

@@wendyphillips5002 Thanks, I just watched their three latest episodes.