Pioneer Peak // The Real Summit

[@Str8ABH]

Hands down one of the most motivational groups of bros on KZbin.

[@cooperstewart549]

Lame they didn’t run up Denali in a single day

[@Gigaamped]

I guess they can truthfully call themselves Mediocre Amateurs until Killian Jornet is featured on the channel 😵

[@BluegrassBackcountry]

Lol the 7000+ ft climb was one of their “side dishes” of Alaska . Y’all are on another level!

[@benzun9600]

7000 not terrible most of mine our around 5000 gain. ELevation not terrible on this peak. But these guys are awesom

[@MatanuskaHIGH]

Mostly because it starts at almost seas level. I didn’t think it was over 6,000ft myself. Its literally visible from my house

[@carterburpee8499]

Pioneer peak is around 6100 ft. One of my favorite hikes!

[@alaskan_bergwanderer]

Its the AEG. Most trackers count *every* bit of climb you do. This peak is just short of 6400ft, and you're gaining most every bit of that in a few miles. Basically it averages out to around 1000ft per mile.

[@alaskan_bergwanderer]

@@carterburpee8499 6398'. Matanuska Peak is just over 6100ft.

[@gmckemie4281]

How is it that I identify with Christof? He is enjoying life at someone else’s pace in these adventures

[@spicee1000]

Seeing all the guys with their Black Diamond poles reminds me of the video with "Fat Weesy" Blake where Danny called poles a "gateway gear to like big rimmed hats and vented shirts. Blake is well on his way to just giving it all up and becoming an old man who doesn’t run but can power walk like the best of them". The point is this...we still miss Blake, but we can see his impact even when he's not with the guys.

[@ryanv1279]

“Me, blake and his two poles are going to hike up...” 😂😂😂 whatever happened to blake i never saw an official statement from him or danny on what happened

[@spencerdelange7977]

What is this vid?

[@spicee1000]

Spencer Delange day trip ep7: Sliding off Box Ender Peak

[@eyeninja3043]

@@ryanv1279 his knees

[@greggstrauss3939]

sitting here at 60yrs old and wishing these kind of adventures were more readily known in my time. Great stuff and keep going. One day, your bodies will not be able to do these things so make all the time you can worth it.Love watching your videos and it inspires me to do all that I can.

[@craigfdavis]

I'm 35 with an absolute blowout of a knee. I used to do things like this, so this is my favorite way of reminiscing. That's why we love these guys and their excellent lust for adventure!

[@jeffreyallen1290]

I'm 59 and spent the '80's, 90's and early 2000's doing what these guys do. Not at the the level of MA but not too far behind. My knees are not doing well, tomorrow I will try and do a hike to see how the left knee is fairing. I did a 12 mile hike 2 months ago and the left one went out at the end. I love these guys, brings back the joy of mountains.

[@ryanv1279]

Im 18 about to be 19 and im thankful that I recognized the value of youth early. (Not currently do to rona) I travel the world for very cheap by hitchhiking and sleeping in hostels, ti know i wouldnt want to do any of that in my 50s

[@alane3983]

Sorry to hear you’re not able to these things anymore Gregg. At 59, I’m ramping up and getting faster and taking on longer day as the months progress. Not at the level of these guys yet, but hoping to get there. We did do a 26 km, 2659 m three peak day this summer. But it took 12.5 hrs. I went plant based food at the beginning of the year and I think that’s helping. Hopefully your health improves.

[@craigfdavis]

@@alane3983 wow you're doing very well for 59 if you're able to perform at that level. I've been thinking of switching to a plant based diet since we've all gone inside this year. I'm curious why you attribute your improvements to the dietary change. It's one of the reasons I'd like to make the switch.

[@JUNCUSFUNCUS]

I’ve literally been binge watching all your videos and now you upload how perfect. You guys are really the reason I climb mountains and want to get out there and see more of them. Keep up the amazing work maybe one day we can hike together.

[@donkEEpunch85]

You should check out Foresty Forest channel. He's a Canadian guy living in his mini van but, every video he goes out and climbs a new peak. Many haven't been climbed in decades (or at least the log books suggest this). Some great climbs for sure. Plus, his slow-cooker cooking is a running joke on the channel.

[@isawrooka4]

DawgBüs Adventure good shout, been looking for similar content

[@curlycheesefry4722]

DawgBüs Adventure welp I know what I’m watching all day in school today.

[@homatekk]

Agreed. I love these guys!

[@AleksandarGospic]

@@donkEEpunch85 hehe another Foresty fan here, he is great guy that makes very entertaining videos in awesome scenery and remote corners where almost no one goes

[@stephenp.5377]

Another killer hike. I did about 8.5 miles and 4,000 ft of climbing in Wyoming in August, so I'm getting tired out just watching this one! I'm guessing these guys are about my age, and I marvel at how they still have the knees to do all the running that they do. (I gave up running for biking and swimming a while back.) Those trekking poles can really make a difference though.

[@stephenp.5377]

I just caught Danny's bionic knees comment, so theirs are probably far worse than mine!

[@edwardlobb931]

One thing that makes the three of you such capable mountaineers is your confidence and determination, which is clearly visible on the north peak. No hesitating or rubber necking. Christoph as backup, in case you might have an incident, was a good component. Thanks for an extraordinary excursion.

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

Epic pic, one of you running with the sunset in the background. That’s a keeper...

[@daveniederhauser5071]

My favorite days are the days that you guys post new content. I'll visit Alaska and Denali sometime soon but won't be able to experience it the way that you guys did. Thanks for taking us all along for the ride to see something we otherwise wouldn't have. Keep up the awesome vids.

[@luc4662]

Ok, wow. That may have been the best episode so far.

[@marcms25]

Best way to start the morning!

[@fredfredrickson8892]

best way to close a day in australia.

[@ohiovetoutdoors]

6:22- part of why I love this channel. Just humble pie all the time.

[@Mephisto7529]

I climbed a ladder today.

[@bobanga470]

North Pioneer Peak is "not just a little scramble", it is a serious climb, one that requires thought and careful consideration. As motivational and excited as this group of guys are, please don't fall into the trap of climbing this peak thinking that it is no big deal. And yes i agree, it is truly impressive what these guys did.

[@JamieMiles_southmainmuse]

Curses. That’s where I left my backpack. The one I carried the typewriter for the note and that damned PVC pipe. Some amazing footage. I’d been looking for bald eagles. Matt - look up. Don’t be so worried about the bears.

[@keithtanner2806]

This is the type of country and terrain I used to love albeit in the Alps and Scotland but now at 81 I did my last ridge scramble a year ago and sadly, as bionic hips and knees have not arrived now I can only look back on it and enjoy these videos.

[@jdreaper2176]

Omg you guys hit my old stomping grounds. Many times flying into base camp to climb denali in the 1990s. Also going to portage glacier usually to climb or ski on byron glacier. 3 attempts on pioneer peak over the years in the early spring till i finally summited. Im sure the alaska range is next for you guys !! Cant wait to see the video of that !

[@0SKBooth0]

Production quality on this film is awesome! Love to see the improvement and progress.

[@michaelfitzgerald434]

Crazy, you guys are crazy. Thank you. This was just beautiful. Your best video yet! God Bless!!!

[@michellelee427]

"You decide when cool ends" love it!!

[@daveygroothoff1366]

Christof I can relate, I have these friends that when you spend all day skinning to some remote hut and you just want to relax, have a beer and enjoy the view they try to squeeze in just one more run, exhausting but in the end always enjoyable! :)

[@Propelled]

Unreal. I’m an old guy who lives right below that peak. You guys are amazing.

[@adriantanskanen3914]

"You would need climbing equipment".. that choss pile looks any gear you put in would just rip out instantly hahahaha. Nice little summit, your video's are all great.

[@diostejastierras7898]

*No, You! screamed like a school girl when you saw the new video update.* 😅 Either way I told the boss I'm going on break. I may some explaining to do when I get back. *Thank you for posting this video for us that are chained to the rat race at the moment.* Take Care & Safe Travels Everyone!

[@michaelgjhkh]

This channel is just the best thing.

[@MrSappy77]

Just about to get some shut eye.....now delayed by 15minutes. woohoo! Thanks guys, love it👍

[@NathanielBannish]

Awesome to see a fresh take on a classic southcentral scramble... I saw this in my feed and clicked right away!! And you're right... that was some great, non typical weather xD

[@tomswadley5431]

Incredible footage ! Wow. Is all I can say. Thanks so much for taking all of us along on your latest adventures.

[@edoardovillan]

the drone shots are just immaculate, i can't even fathom it.

[@matthewmckibben]

Constant palm sweat when I watch these. haha

[@emmber19]

Every time I watch these videos, I wonder what these guys do for a living.

[@vashusan1984]

Man, those drone shots were MONEY! Really shows the scale.

[@manfredseidler1531]

When I come back, I want to come back as a 'Peak Junkie'... untill then I'm just going to keep watching you guys. Well done.

[@DNFADV]

Natural Entertainment. Thank you gentlemen!

[@wilcogrundens9086]

Slayed it. Thanks for sharing. Come back anytime. RIP Blake.

[@resonantdave]

I really love your videos. Thank you so much.

[@kage239]

For me, this is one of their all time best videos. Well done.

[@whenopportunitycomes8718]

Congratulations guys. This episode was super cool. Have been waiting for this from you guys for a while. That plane landing and views on top - Epic.

[@bethjohnson9176]

Nature is amazing! Thanks for taking the time to video and share. I love that Christof took a nature soak.

[@Kchristians]

Awesome video. Hope you guys find yourselves back in AK sometime. We have no shortage of beautiful trails. Our summers are specifically designed for hiking out past 11pm.

[@grantevans6250]

Spectacular views of both the peaks and the valley

[@TH-ij2ri]

Wow you guys are so amazing! Thanks for taking us in your pocket on these journeys! Love the humor and energy you have. Stay safe and keep sharing your adventures.

[@DamonBowe]

Your cinematography just gets better and better. I started binging your vids a month or two ago, just incredible and inspiring. And as a fellow filmmaker pretty darned impressive!

[@thorstenreitz7302]

Wow that looked beautiful. Thanks for the awesome video. In the alps, we also had awesome weather for most of September. The allowed some longer outings in the past weekends, e.g. Hausstock by fair means (about 17 miles, 9000' vert, T5 scramble on the european scale). Now the weather has changed and it is snowing down to 2000'!

[@davidlanghoff]

I climbed this with two friends about 30 years ago. My friends did not attempt the true summit. I used a rope to rap down a short distance and reached the true summit alone. There was a set of moose antlers on the summit! Great memory.

[@claebo9411]

That is one of the mountains in my backyard playground! Glad you guys hit up the Chugach Range; there isn't a single mountain back there that isn't a treat to climb.

[@MrOfficialscotty]

This is amazing, Thank you guys for sharing the footage while checking out the Denali Range from the ground and air. Such a cool experience! 💚

[@Mike_Sylvester_]

We went to Portage Glacier when we were there a few weeks ago. Totally worth it! I wish we had gone all the way to the glacier like you did.

[@schaerem]

Stumbled onto your channel a week or so back, have been watching since then. Excellent videos, love your sense of adventure/humor and certainly appreciate the hard work that goes into creating these videos. Please keep it up, you are certainly motivating my daughter and I to train and to do a Grand Canyon Rim to Rim in February. I do miss Blake and was shocked to find an old video where he didn't complain about being sick.

[@Frisbeeninja2]

Great Video, You should run the smokies in TN and NC, try to run all the peaks haha. I love the content, keep up the good work!

[@bidenadministrationischina5091]

I spoke to soon, welcome to Alaska the most beautiful place in the world

[@fawkes78]

Thanks for making videos like this, its refreshing to get some nature in while in the depths of a Covid-19 pandemic with a 9-5 job. Keep up the good work!!

[@calumpaterson123]

Another Great Video! Much Love from Scotland!

[@approachthemike]

This was a fire episode. Good editing and shots all around 👍🏼

[@OutsideChronicles]

Awesome video. The drone footage to the real summit was sick. Love your channel!

[@bradleydosch8884]

I’ve been binging your videos for a week now. I love the adventures you go on and i definitely feel inspired

[@lindsaynewell6319]

1:20 took me back to 2017 when 100+ of us stomped up and down the ‘runway’ in snowshoes so the planes could land to take us back to Talkeetna 😁

[@robinsmith9734]

As always a boomer video of your 'verts'. A friend of worked at Wonder Lake for many seasons. Her jobs included taking the rubbish out to the Park Boundry. When she came across animals on the road she stopped until they moved on. therefore photos abound! Did I see the Moose's Tooth?

[@herkusr01]

The videos just don’t stop getting better! Keep it up guys y’all are amazing

[@kevinkelly6454]

Anchorage kid here! God I miss home, y'all did it right. You can't fly or spend time in the mountains there too much. It's impossible.

[@brianharder7714]

Damn. Can't believe you were in my backyard. It would've been cool to join you guys for Pio. Amazing summit, indeed. Honestly, even after 8 years up here, I've never been to the summit in the summer. However, I have skied the North face in winter so you guys will need to come back up some March for that wild ass ride.

[@lauriewest-ray3138]

So fun to watch u guys play in my backyard..AK! I’ve hiked pioneer peak a couple times... luvv it! Glad u guys got to experience Alaska’s beauty!!:) You guys are awesome- luv your videos!

[@jshmiz]

Take this as a compliment; but you guys are no longer mediocre or amateurs!

[@bbtrentham]

....and they filmed it at the same time. Awesome.

[@drewdavis8435]

You guys are truly inspiring. This channel is so motivating. You helped me complete 6 of the 9 Idaho 12ers, and 3 state high points (Kings, Borah, Granite) this year. Many more planned for next climbing season. Much respect, you guys are nothing short of amazing. Hope to see you on the trails on of these days. Keep up the great content.

[@chadp7183]

Sandpoint, Idaho here. I’m also inspired by these guys. I did 3 state high points this year also including Borah. Next year planning on Whitney and Ranier. Hit me up if you want to go with someone who can keep up. Cpfitnessfl At gmail.

[@jimkanzelmeyer7722]

Guys your video capture is stunning! Those high-priced multi-billion dollar movie companies have NOTHING on your sweeping vista shots.

[@0hn0haha]

Honestly, thank God for you guys, stay safe and may He keep you safe, ya peak hounds! Love it!

[@AC_Outside]

Your videos get me so stoked to go out and explore!!

[@turnnburn9008]

killin it you guys, super sick ridge to upper peak

[@maxelonag3473]

You guys know who's backpack that was? My buddy took a trip there, they got lost and somehow made it down! Small world! Great job guys.

[@kevinriley5847]

Loved it! I've always wanted to get up there. So, THANK YOU for taking us along for the ride.

[@henriquemiller517]

Man, I failed Pioneer just a few months ago due to a snowstorm. Why you gotta flex like that... Great job guys!

[@Aj23427]

These Alaska videos have been amazing 😍

[@marshallpratt691]

Pio was a great choice! Next time you're up here have at the Penguin Ridge, you won't regret it.

[@oldue1368]

Denali cabins! I was working there this summer shame I missed you guys.

[@amysthe-wise-one8493]

Damn that was some gorgeous scenery and videography. So J and my knees are thankful that y'all did it and I didn't. Now off to do training for climbing and getting the hiking legs back in shape. Thanks for this motivation.

[@shawnwalden2669]

all i can say is..... WOW!!!!! beautiful.

[@Tolya1979]

I would like to hike in Alaska some day. Thank you!

[@Bigblue16]

Would have loved to see your times up mt. Marathon in seward...their annual 4th of July run attracts a special breed. We hiked it last month, and I met an old timer who said the record descent was last year: 10 minutes and 17 seconds from the top down to town square. I bet you guys could kill it!

[@alaskan_bergwanderer]

So that small river ford you do to get to Portage Glacier? There may or may not be a way to hike to the source. You didn't hear it from me. Food for thought for the next adventure up here. 😉😊

[@alaskan_bergwanderer]

And sadly, Portage Glacier has receded more since you guys had been here.

[@nathantweeddale9057]

Love your content! Keep bringing the mediocre radness!

[@dalegoulding721]

Epic. You guys are awesome. Keep doing what you’re doing and sharing the inspiration with us!

[@TheAdventureBuddies]

This is such a cool idea! Well done

[@conornoonan1140]

Hey if you guys ever get the chance there's a few hike/trail runs in the northeast I think you guys would love. The presidential traverse in the white mountains the pemi loop in the white mountains and the great range traverse in the adirondacks. All in the ballpark of 10 thousand feet elevation gain and if you did all three youd be climbing about 30 mountains. Presidential you climb mt washington highest point in new hampshire a full great range traverse you climb mt marcy the tallest point in New York and then the pemi loop is just incredible

[@ferrarirace]

Dang! You make me want to go to Alaska!!!

[@dapete]

Wow....great views. Thanks Danny!

[@itwasanewdayyesterday2586]

Thank you! Would you guys post a training/diet vid? all I ever see you guys eat is McD's and Clif bars hahah!

[@dirtbiker4376]

You guys are friggin beasts! Keep it up - we like it.

[@richardblair919]

How did I miss this one? Thank you.

[@spearfish]

unreal drone work

[@kitcarson1388]

Love you guys and your videos.

[@stephenpay8237]

What a disappointment...no 🐻 to be seen in a MA video including Matt. At least Christof had the sense to get off the pain train and kick back and enjoy the view. Well done gents incredible view splendid effort.

[@johndevine2469]

Love your channel & I have done this awesome hike too. Curios as to what trail runners you wear that are good for running and scrambling. I love Hokas but not for technical terrain. Thanks,

[@iantapia363]

You guys are true adventurers.

[@jasongraves3921]

Matt knows what’s up with the Salomon Speedcrosses

[@alexdebolt4823]

Those are my favorite shoes that I’ve ever had

[@Str8ABH]

If you like those, might want to check out On's offerings. Comparable for sure.

[@jaredeggo6611]

"We were told we couldn't make it to the north peak, so of course we ran across in shorts, trail runners, and no climbing gear." Love you guys!

[@iantapia363]

Amazing views and high quality content and editing.

[@iantapia363]

It is a shame that you guys aren't more popular.