PCT 2023 Day 149

[@stewartjarvis3384]

Absolute legends. You have inspired and entertained for 148 days. Many thanks.

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

I normally watch 5 channels each year on the PCT. this year, it has been one and one only, The Old Codgers. It has been a fantastic journey, and I think you have made the right decision. You couldn't hike the snow area it was too dangerous. You missed the fire closures as they were closures, so to me, you are definitely through hikers. It was a great adventure for you and a fantastic adventure for me. I've loved every step of the way. Thank you both so much for bringing the trail alive for us. Last year, so many couldn't get to the Terminus because of the closure, but you did it. Fantastic channel, and I'll miss seeing Hazel. I hope you keep in touch. Your sister is a star for donating the money to such a worthy cause. Thank you for everything. Special thanks to the editor giving the Codgers time to concentrate on the Trail. I'll miss you guys. Thank you again from Chris in England UK. Now is the time to maybe follow my channel? 🤔🙄😳😉

[@denisedoering2265]

So happy for all of you. Congrats 👏 👏

[@sriinvestor100]

Congratulations guys. I’m amazed that I’ve watched your videos from the start. There have been no other tubers that I have been able to watch the entire trip. Most focus on themselves so much that I get tired of listening to them. You guys focus on the trail with an “appropriate “ amount of talking. Loved it all the way through. Thank you for sharing your amazing adventure with us.

[@pete8516]

Agree 100%

[@nancycook8930]

It was an honor to have my music be part of your story. Thank you. Glad you are all home safe. ❣

[@_ramesh]

Congratulations. I have followed you from Day 1 and its been a pleasure and privilege. It's not just your achievement; mind boggling as it is. Its also the manner in which you did it, the class, the style, the humour and the incredible commitment of sharing a video every day and allowing us to travel with you. You have been, and are, a class act and every one of your followers on this channel will attest to this. You have been a part of our every day for the last six months. They say post trail depression is real, but I had not known post trail watching depression is also real. We will miss your videos badly. Congratulations to Hazel too. You all didn't know each other until that first day in Campo - its a tribute to you that you did this together. A big shout out to Mrs R and to Joe's sister N. Thank you for making these videos a treasure to savour. It was hard work, but hopefully the number of fans you have from across the world is some recompense. Au Revoir -- A fellow codger from a world away in India

[@edwalsh8923]

I'm a old hiker, in my mid seventies, enjoyed your adventure! I'm a docent at Carson Pass, next year if you finish, please drop by , love to meet you guys!

[@rolandwhitsell2911]

My wife and I have enjoyed your trip. It was a bright spot in our day. We are now watching your AT adventure. thanks for taking us along.

[@mattjpnw]

Dear Joe & David - watching your hike of the PCT has been an inspiration and a source of joy for our whole family this year. I feel like we've really gotten to know you both (and as the episodes went on we loved seeing more of Hazel and the other companions you met along the way). Sayings like "we like durt" and "we like bridges" are now a part of our family lexicon :-) . As your hike progressed towards the Sierra and then into Northern California, your hike inspired me to complete my first ever section hike (Snoqualmie to Stevens Pass); a heart felt THANK YOU! Congratulations to you both and Hazel and the entire tramily on reaching Canada, and here's hoping we get to live vicariously through your hikes in the future! Best wishes and 'happy trails' from Seattle!

Congratulations to “Hazel and the Codgers”! Youv’e inspired us, and allowed us live on the trail with you. Great to meet you in person on the trail north of Snoqualmie!

[@jvaldizzy]

Congratulations! I've enjoyed your videos every morning with my coffee. Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us.

[@lois6705]

What an amazing inversion to start such a spectacular day! Congratulations to all of you! Very inspiring to follow your journey! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@scothampton963]

Congratulations Your adventure was done very respectfully with class and stile. Well done.

[@sandrap3047]

Congratulations on making it to Canada! Job well done! Hazel was cute saying happy trails!

[@tonysimi1776]

Congratulations 🎉

[@suzannemccoy9610]

Congratulations to the Codgers and Hazel. My husband and I have been watching you all since the beginning. We are also codgers and day hikers in southern New Hampshire and we’ve been living vicariously through you. Thank you so much for letting us watch as you hiked the PCT to the Canadian border. Also, thank you to your wives and family, for without their help and support none of this would have been possible. Thank you all.

[@rhousto1]

What a journey. It's been fun following the three of you and the others you encountered on the way. You captured the interest of a lot of people. Nothing but admiration for what you have accomplished. Been following you from the beginning. Two very humble, fine fellas.

[@Maryojeda62]

Perfectly said👏👏👍

[@121snapshots]

Absolutely beautiful what a hike. Joes a awesome morning person 😂. Thank you codgers you folks killed it!!!! what a day.. the trail is life.. hope to see you folks next year in California god bless you codgers happy trails and aloha Life is good 😊

[@gibbons1955]

Thanks for taking all of us along with you and your journey, Blessings!!

[@Itchyfootscratch]

Congratulations guys! Good decision to finish now, the Sierra is worth taking your time. Thank you and Mrs Rumbles editor extraordinaire for all of the work involved in sharing your hike with us. It's been a blast watching and rooting you on! Now grab an adult beverage and lets all say Happy trails, happy trails, happy trails!

[@lyndastark9835]

Gentlemen, it has been a pleasure and honor to share in your journey. I come home from work each day and always checked in to see how you were doing. You are an inspiration for the rest of us”older hikers”. Thank you!!!!!

[@louisfatkin-ci9qb]

Congrats Codgers et al! Thank you for taking us on your wonderful adventure! All the best!

[@TheHikingChick1]

Congratulations Codgers! It's been a pleasure watching your journey! 👏🌻

[@jamesbonner5989]

Congratulations on reaching the Northern Terminus. Enjoyed following along your adventure. Thanks for sharing. Happy Trails !

[@coryoverstreet865]

Congratulations and thank you so very much for sharing this epic trek! Thank you to No Filters sister for her music and to Ms. Rumbles for the fantastic editing and time she put in! Y'all are the best. I can't wait to see what's next from you! Safe trip home and Happy Trails!! ☮️🏕️

[@pattyfarghaly1821]

I'm going to miss you. Well done and hope to see you you soon. Thank you for great show. CONGRATULATIONS .

[@christycastaneda2485]

Congratulations!!🥾🥾🗻🌲 Thank you for taking us all along on your adventure! Enjoyed every moment! Hike on!❤

[@capercarter7500]

Gentlemen: Congratulations on an amazing accomplishment, and thank you for sharing it with all of us. As an “older” through biker (PCT 1977) I really enjoyed your videos along the trail. I hope you can return to experience the incredible beauty of the Sierras (my “playground”). Should you need any assistance for such a future endeavor, please reach out!

[@timothybryant649]

I am really going to miss my daily Codger fix. It has been such a pleasure to follow your progress. You guys have given me the bug to do the PCT myself. Thank you and God Speed in your future plans. Be safe and hike on.

[@sandrap3047]

So bummed your hike is over, but understand wanting to go home! I missed you on the AT so I’ll start watching that hike now. Please do a Q&A with Hazel! Would love to learn more about her and why she wanted to hike the PCT! Thanks for taking all of us along on your PCT adventure! Congratulations again on making it to Canada! Hope to see you back next summer!

[@renanderson9996]

Oh congratulations I usually watch one or 22 hikers each year. I really enjoyed your company stories adventure through the Sierras and the friendships. Definitely cannot miss that 40th anniversary.

[@adbijnen]

Congratulations on completing PCT. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Happy trails! Regards from Netherlands 🤗🇳🇱

[@nicoletimms187]

I'm honestly going to miss your videos. I have enjoyed every minute. Thank you soo much for sharing your journeys.

[@Vanderloo5]

All of you are awesome! I don't know what I'm gonna do without your daily posts. Have a great life!

[@stacynonoguchi]

Congrats! What an accomplishment.. Thank you for sharing your journey.. It was a pleasure watching you.. Happy Trails…

[@Jean-wp7tz]

Congratulations! What an amazing accomplishment! I enjoyed watching your videos. Thank you so much for sharing. Look forward to seeing you on the trail next year! 😎👍

[@steveandsandyhikes]

I sure enjoyed following you guys. I'm a fellow chronologically challenged hiking enthusiast. Thank you so much for sharing your adventure with us. I'm looking forward to watching your extended JMT hike next year. I've hiked it twice in August. I highly recommend. Best of luck Codgers!

[@andydickson5400]

Congratulations on a great thru hike. I enjoyed following along... Thanks for sharing this adventure with the rest of us.

[@MaryGilmour-ui6sp]

Congratulations great job you guys rock! Thank you for sharing your fantastic adventure…..happy trails indeed!

[@TomKwasniewski-rr5fw]

Congratulations! Loved watching your progress and journey through the months. Happy Future Trails to the Codgers!

[@R1_adventures]

Congratulations. You are so inspiring. Thanks you so much for sharing your epic PCT journey.

[@richardinjapan4578]

Congratulations to Rumbles, No Filter, Mountain Goat, and the extended Codger Crew on reaching the monument and tagging the border. Looking forward to your concluding videos. Concerning putting the Sierras on hold, I believe your decision is wise. Hiking the PCT need not be a forced, one-year burden of completion. It should be a savored experience of fulfillment. I'm sure following up on your remaining trail in later years will be fulfilling. In so many ways you both have been an inspiration. Thank you. Wherever life's trail has led you -- Be safe; keep at it!

[@maureenwhite5632]

Congrats in the big accomplishment. Wow, you made it. Thank you for sharing your journey, documenting your river crossings, the amazing waterfalls, sharing your love of DIRT lol. So many experiences and your shared them so people can live vicariously through you and for those who may never have the opportunity to have the same experience. Thank you for sharing the beauty of the USA and Cananda.

[@anthonymrbs]

Congratulations! Enjoyed watching your videos. I know a lot of work went into making those and they were the best videos of any thru hikes I've ever watched. Especially those that document every day of the hike.

[@randysmith6493]

Very cool, the heart felt love you must have shared with other hikers on that terminus stretch. Thanks again Hazel , for keeping the Codgers under your wings the whole trip mostly , your an angel. Wow, who attacked the Blue Duplex, all in one area to. Have a safe winter you guys , going back in to the dense city life density can be dangerous, carry Bear Spray.

[@jeffbrinkman9286]

Congratulations Codgers first of all!! Thank you for all the hours of fun we had coffee in the morning with Codgers. HAPPY TRAILS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Congratulations on finishing and many thanks for taking us along. We had lots of fun watching you all. Smart decision on not doing the Sierras after hitting the northern terminus. I Backpacked from Taboose TH to South Lake (Bishop) in mid August and still big snow patches to traverses and rock scrambling at Mather Pass, trails that are creeks, and lots of blow downs. We skipped Muir Pass and Evolution Valley due to south-bounders telling us of 6 miles of snow. Enjoy your post hike lifestyle.

[@sheilastevens7956]

Congratulations! And “Go Army!” to the person wearing the 2nd Infantry hat.

[@dawn.lovisa]

Thank you for sharing your journey this Summer! Wonderful videos. And thank you to Mrs. Rumbles for a great job with the videos. Best to you all!

[@TBone830]

Awesome work guys been watching you from the start great accomplishment.

[@rachelmoriartyinteriors]

Congratulations 🍾 Codgers and Hazel! We’ve been following your journey since Day 1! We’re going to miss watching y’all! I’d love to know what re-entry back into regular life is like! Thank you for the the incredible job documenting! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@janelit9742]

Started watching in March. Saw you slogging in the snow around San Jacinto and Gorgonio (my neck of the woods) and I thought these guys will never make it out of southern California. When you left trail at Kennedy Meadows, I thought you would never come back. But you did and I held my breath as you entered the cold and snow packed southern Sierras. Then ... unbelievably, you made it! ... my heroes! Grateful for every day that you shared and inspired us and I will miss you and Hazel very much. Happy Trails.

[@carmenibarra4243]

Congratulations Codgers. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. You're so inspiring.

[@jeansayers8659]

Congratulations!🎊🎉🎈 you guys continue to inspire! Rest , recoup and then share your Sierra journey later! Bless you for sharing…

[@gwalker963]

CONGRATULATIONS!!! Have appreciated your taking us along on your adventure. Have seen vistas and scenery we wouldn't have seen otherwise. CODGERS RULE!

[@lisaryner7971]

Congrats!!! I'll be looking forward to next year's Sierra segment with the Codgers! You guys are a class act!!!

[@watchingpraying7763]

What a beautiful culmination to an amazing journey! Thank you for a stellar presentation of the PCT2023, a visual feast. These daily updates with catchy background strumming will be missed! Thanks to all who contributed to the final version that we got to enjoy… much appreciated! A happy Rosh Hashana to you all! 🍎🍯

[@user-by6gy5wp9w]

Thank you fellow Codgers! What a great adventure and wonderful finish. You helped me relive my PCT adventure of 2016. I greatly appreciate it and will miss your almost daily presence. Also much kudos to your production/music staff, a magnificent presentation. Happy trails and godspeed to home!

[@richhunter2247]

So grateful to have been able to vicariously accompany you guys on your magnificent journey. Congratulations are certainly in order. Really going to miss the daily posts (great job by Mrs. Rumbles), and the music is great as well. Hope you get through " decompression " o.k. See you when you get back. Cheers!

[@jerrylmurphy]

I've enjoyed spending the last couple of months with you all. I spent 15 years sectioning the trail and really enjoyed seeing so many places I remembered. However, many things are different especially the changing of the guard of trail angels and lots more burned areas. Happy Trails to you!!

[@chriskelly6559]

You know, way back when, I wasn't sure you'd kill it. Boy was I wrong. Grats and thanx! Fantastic, Crackerjack. HAPPY TRAILS HAZEL!!

[@garynkateadams6896]

Congratulations! Way to represent us codgers! So proud of you guys (and hazel)

[@tubekpful]

Congratulations!! Thank you for taking us on such an amazing ride, you guys are awesome. Happy trails!!

[@Maryojeda62]

Congratulations, you were amazing. Enjoyed you bringing us all along😅😅😁😁😁😁

[@wabisaaby]

Holy crap Codgers, what am I gon' do now? Been watching you daily for what seems like forever ;) Going to miss watching you guys :) Well done on completing your journey!

[@williamkenyon9858]

Congrats, The feeling of being there is surreal....enjoy it. Looks like you had great weather, it poured for the trip back to Hart's pass for us.

[@mamawelder]

Yay! Congratulations! Was great running into you (David) and Hazel at PCT days! You are all amazing!

[@wayneclary]

Congratulations gents. I hope to have a successful hike next year. You have given me quite a bit of insight. I qualify as a codger, so thank you so much.

[@janetmorrison5329]

Beautiful Living! Thank you for sharing this epic journey Codgers and crew!

[@sarahhagen2051]

Congratulations 🎉🎊🎈I’m going to miss following you guys. Thanks for the journey. Happy Trails!

[@desertdental4335]

wow...congratulations! Thanks for sharing this trip.

[@hollydurkin]

Congratulations Codgers, I started watching you to see if an older person could manage the trail. You have become a part of my morning ritual with my cup of tea and also my inspiration to embark on my own PCT journey next year. Thank you Codgers!

[@bethoverby1]

Thanks guys! It has fun and inspiring to watch you. I will miss you.

[@ItsRubysMomsTurn]

Well done old guys. I have loved watching your journey. Also followed you on the AT. Again well done. ❤

[@yvonnebenting7126]

Fantastic, congratulations, followed you all the way - going to really miss my “codger fix”. You guys are awesome!

[@kay8058]

Awh I'm kind of sad it's all over, every morning I've sat down with my cuppa (I'm British) and watched you guys and your progress! Thank you for taking us all along with you and congratulations 🎉🎉

[@rogerbleisch5685]

Thanks for sharing your hike.

[@robertbarnes4]

Congrats on your journey. You both were a great find to follow. It was very enjoyable. From me Thank you for sharing you journey. I will go back a watch your AT hike. Thanks.

[@heyitsmelisa]

Way to go, Codgers! Happy End of Trail!

[@keypenhikeralan4233]

Thank you so much for the effort and for sharing! Great effort

[@anneest]

Congratulations for reaching Northern Terminal!🎉🎉🎉 It has been really really cool to follow you guys & Hazel, absolutely a fantastic journey, and always a positive note even when stuff got rough... Thank you so much for having shared your journey, cheers from West coast of Norway 👍😀🏜🏕

[@hectorescobar7013]

Congratulations Codgers and thanks for sharing your PCT journey. I hope you go back and finish the rest of the Sierra Nevada section you skipped. Congrats to Hazel.

[@andyt5528]

Congrats on reaching Canada! I've really enjoyed watching your journey and hope you'll do more.

[@ferretzfan]

Congratulations on making it to Canada! Congratulations to Riverdance on completing the Triple Crown! Thank you for sharing the journey and thanks for the pretty music.

[@behindenemylines9033]

Awesome accomplishment guys. I'm 59 and hope to attempt this solo n the next year or two. Great video series, take care and God Bless!

[@johnm7437]

I have health issues, so this codgers hiking days are mostly over. A few years ago I started watching people hike the PCT. I lived and worked in Yosemite National Park for 24 years and hiked most of its trails. Whenever I would see the PCT hikers pass through I always thought, if you could only see it in August when the mosquitos are gone and the lakes are warm enough to swim in. I don't know if that ever really happened this year with the snow pack, but the high Sierra in the summer is pure magic. I have some favorite places and I love nothing more then to backpack in and stay at a lake for a week and do day hikes from there. Thanks for taking us along. Happy Trails!

[@ianjamesevans]

Congrats to you all for tagging Canada! I've very much enjoyed following along as you headed north. re: the seasons changing, I'm about to head up Lamarck Col out of North Lake, and it's supposed to get cold in the high Sierra this next week, with a chance of snow flurries toward the end of the week. Your trip through the Sierra should be a victory lap, so I I think you made the right call.

[@coratremblay6928]

Bienvenue chez nous! What happy trails those were! A Class Act from day 1….

[@marilynvonschalscha7731]

Being "Codgers" ourselves we watched you from the beginning with all the tears and joy. Loved the videos and the editing. How ever you were filming, it looked "3D" on our TV sets the last month!! Will miss your daily updates and look forward to the "roundup". We wish you "Happy Trails" on both of your new chapters in life.

[@rkatrails]

This has been an incredible journey! Big congratulations on reaching the northern terminus! Hiking with the Codgers has been a blast! What an enjoyable, healthy, family friendly, no drama channel. So refreshing to see you meet everyday with a smile and corny jokes 😊. Thanks for the updates on the Sierra section, I think you have a great strategy for finishing next year. Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Rumbles on your 40th wedding anniversary! HAPPY TRAILS!👣👣👣👣

[@Maureen.walkdontrun]

You two are amazing! 60s is the new 30s!!

[@nonthelessjess1202]

Congratulations! Ive been following since before Mt Laguna. So happy for you all

[@anthonypicone3463]

Love you guys! I'll be thru hiking the pct next season in '24, and y'all gave me a lot of inspiration! Thank you

[@Bypass_and_Noodle_Soup]

Awesome job gentlemen! Been great following your adventure. Being 65 and a backpacker myself, following you has been inspiring. Rumbles, if you need a partner for some or all of the Sierra, I’d be up for it. 👍🏻

[@pismorichy]

U 3 r beyond words and u made me get a wee bit emotional 😢 at the end , well done and what a journey..

[@steveandjacquie]

You guys are incredible! So inspiring! I want yo do this. It's been gnawing at me for years. I will be65 in March, you gave me the courage to at least try. Thank you!

[@desertdental4335]

Soooo happy for Hazel. Congratulatioms. I hope that you return in August to finish the hike in the Sierra's. It's our home area.

[@DebbieHumphries-jm9ig]

I too have been watching since the beginning of your hike. While I am happy for you and congratulate you on your decision not to rush thru the Sierras, I am sad to see this journey end. Many blessings to you and your families.

[@Dora-bmrwarrior]

Congrats to a great bunch of people! Thank you so much for all the great videos (and great editing; thank you Dave's wife!) I've watch every single upload. I'm the same age range as the Codgers and if my health and finances change for the better maybe I'll do some thru hiking. I've always been an avid hiker and really appreciate the time you guys spent filming!

[@boomerabilia]

I followed three channels, enjoyed you guys the most, congratulations on an amazing journey. I absolutely loved watching it. It I learned so much, I wish I wasn't so old... But through you I saw the hike and the beautiful surroundings... My favorite part of it was Washington... I was disappointed in California... I'm originally from there and not impressed...

[@SLAMCGY]

Congratulations! Have so enjoyed your videos and appreciate the time you took to put these together.