The Pacific Crest Trail | Five Years Later

[@alic9553]

Watching this for the first time 5 years ago, I felt I was given permission to do anything. It was a life changing film 😊

[@RebeccaEWebber]

It's hard to believe it was 5 years ago! I felt similar to you.

[@hollyrhiannon1397]

❤

[@yngvildanisdahl2533]

honestly i felt the same way! i remember being so inspired by the pct series

[@lilywhetsell8106]

outdoor communities like this are truly like nothin else and I love it

[@HikingwithGus]

Wow, 5 years... I remember watching your hike, seems like just yesterday. Time passes way to fast, and moves even faster the older you get! Cheers!

[@jacoba5048]

Dang the AT catching strays for no reason 😭😂😂

[@cheeseburger9232]

First

[@kerrymetcalf9676]

Your PCT thru hike video is by far my favorite. Probably my favorite thing on YT. I think I have watched them all at least 3-5 times. Please don't ever take them down!!

[@clivenorton9834]

It’s so strange how I can feel the ache of an ocean of nostalgia for an experience I didn’t actually participate in. Beautiful work as always Elina.

[@MrKuschelTieger]

I learned in life: Never try to relive great experiences. Rather try to find the next big Experience thats completely different.

[@ofthenearfuture]

I just love how this adventure continues to live on...

[@calahad]

Your PCT video was my first one. I remember coming across it during the COVID pandemic, with nothing to do, and nowhere to go. I wasn’t there, but for some reason, seeing this 5 years later, makes me feel nostalgic for memories that aren’t mine.

[@thruguru]

Since 1982 and my 1st PCT thru attempt, the trail has always been there simmering through decades of parenting 6 kids. Re-igniting the flame in 2018/19 and watching your (& others) videos Elina, i finally set foot on the Trail again on March 12, 2020, only to be forced to retreat back to Oz 10 days later. And finally returning to the 🇺🇸 in ‘21 (before dubious entry mandates came into force) I was able to complete my end-to-end continuous footpath goal Since then I have thought of the PCT every day (yes, Every Day!) Now, After three years of helping care for dying relatives, as i dictate this I am on my regular 10km,10kg training hike and it’s exactly 299 days, until I start again at Campo on the spring equinox. OMG can’t wait. Thanks for your videos Elina. Your ‘People’ video is the one I always shared to anyone wanting to know about the Trail Clint🇦🇺

[@SigneDMP]

Just to let you know, at 5:37, it is showing the number of one of the people being interviewed.

[@iLikeMike]

I remember watching your PCT hike while I was doing and filming my first walk across America. Now, five years later, this video is making me relive your hike while I'm walking and filming my third walk across America.

[@Taydelphia]

its been 4-5 years?! Time flew by and that's how long I've been following your content. I loved your PCT videos and inspiring for sure. Back in 2021, I did a cross-country backpacking/road trip and hiked at least 15+ National Parks. Best time ever and plan to hike often. I agree that Post Trail Depression is real. I would bikepack someday in the future. 😊

[@celiareed1402]

You might want to delete 2:00 2:35 - 2:50

[@StevenVeldt]

Agree I was going to recommend blur

[@ElinaOsborne]

THANK YOU ALL. I've blurred now, but will only show up in a couple hours.

[@rookiemoves]

@@ElinaOsborne 5:30 mark too

[@Altizor]

@@ElinaOsborne 9:20 and 9:39 as well.

[@nita182]

I've watched your PCT videos so many times that I felt I was reuniting with all of them as well :') I'm rooting for the CDT Reunion Trail!

[@deannilvalli6579]

You might want to blur out the phone number which is visible on some shots.

[@Nate_The_Great69]

If you're thinking about doing a long distance trail...here is your sign.

[@Hiker_Strider]

I have seen many PCT and thuhiking videos in the past. Your PCT video series is what really changed my life. Last year I quit my job and thruhiked the PCT SOBO. I changed my outlook on life ever since I returned to normal society. As a result, next year I plan to quit my job again to finish the last 800 miles I have of the AT from Georgia to Virginia. Then end my triple crown goal till I’m older. Then go over to Switzerland to meet back up with my friends I met on the PCT last year. This time not to hike, but to catch up and explore with my girlfriend. Until that time I will continue hiking 30-60 mile days in VT, NH, and ME. As well as running more ultra Marathons. I just ran a 60 mile race a few weeks ago. I want to thank you for expanding my mind and changing my life. Without your series I would have never done what I did.

[@richardblahousek1384]

No way… thats 5 years already ? For me your movie was absolutly life changing moment. It grow Inside of me for two year when i was rewatching it every few months. After that i decide to change everything and move to Canada. Now i still thinking how i promised myself that when i would be lost In life i have to go and do some long thruhike. Te araroa is still calling today and i think next year would be the year. Thank you for your amazing journey and great videos. Thank you.

[@garrywiles7445]

I’ve loved watching this and all the others Tugs at my heart and lights my soul ❤️

[@fcboomstick]

Tip Tap, I just completed my thru-hike of the PCT. Your videos were my first ever interaction with the trail - I'd never even heard of it before that... Thank you so much! You literally changed my life and I'll be forever grateful. - Tea Time

[@Sara-ws8ns]

I remember watching the PCT videos 5 years ago and being so inspired. I am now just, if not more, inspired by your authenticity and joy in your videos!!!

[@lisablake4237]

I've always wondered what happened to these crazy folks you hiked with. Great Video. ..... Tail name (Maestro)

[@AdventureHunter.]

Wow... can't believe this was 5 years ago now! I've never met any of you, but I immediately know we'd all have one incredible time together in a coffee shop or a mountain top haha I feel like meeting people in moments when you're each pushing your limits - no matter what it is - is just such a deep and cool bonding experience. Great to see the recap and where everyone is now!

[@StevenVeldt]

I just got home from a short hike and while out I found myself thinking back on having to cancel my PCT2020 attempt for covid. I never thought that I was cliche running from anything but I know now that I wanted to leave my job. You were part of the inspiration to hike it and I still love you're videos and would like to but I no longer feel the same need to go hike the PCT since I changed jobs. Thank you for sharing this update.

[@TomSkerman]

Great story, nice to be reminded. Am I correct that AG1 is not available in NZ?

[@TheOutspired]

Another amazing video! At about 1:52 might blur/block your friends phone number for privacy purposes =) happy trails! ✌🏽

[@twotonadk]

Loved your series. Thank you for taking me along.😊

[@TheHikingChick1]

Wonderful video. You continue to inspire. That last line about mindset....💯.

[@commentername9737]

Elina, at 01:55 you missed a censor. And 05:34. Ok, I'm going to assume she doesn't mind having her number out there...

[@ElinaOsborne]

I simply am silly, and am fixing this now 🫠

[@commentername9737]

@@ElinaOsborne it happens with her a couple of times later as well, hence my final edit.

[@SigfridSWE]

Your videos inspired me. Finished my own PCT NoBo hike 2023. Your video made me make my desition... now Im "Worth it" (trail name) and Im a thruhiker from sweden... thank you 👏🏻

[@scottyplug]

Did you see Darwin's shout-out for your original PCT video?!?! "It's the people, It's the people, It's the people!!" OMG!! Please tell me you saw this!

[@PedroNord]

I can’t believe it’s been five years since first stumbling into your filmmaking. Thank you. I’m always looking forward to your next adventure. Peace and happiness beautiful Elina.🦋

[@vinhphamslam]

HI Elina. I recently discovered a song which made me think of you, because you're great at incorporating music into your videos (thanks to you I discover Prince of Spain's "Explore"). The song is "Hi Ren", and to me, in regards to you, is it's a song of camaraderie between creative people who have the courage to persist and share their meaningful work with the world. On another level, it's about the struggle of being human and how to gracefully navigate life. The song popped off a year ago, so you might have already heard it, but if not I think you'll find it moving and inspiring. I hope life treats you kindly and best wishes.

[@Autumn1988]

I watched your PCT series during lockdown and it was the perfect thing to watch in those weird times and remeber we will get out there again

[@MarioKstgr]

Wait, this dude has to be German at 2:00. Su funny, I always thought the PCT isn't on peoples radar in Germany.

[@michel.h_cf99]

Very cool idea. As we can see, the girls are settling down and the boys are still on the move 😉. Reminds me of myself, starting my first thru August 21st and am going to celebrate my 50th birthday on trail 😊🚀 Very nice to see Jerome again, didn't know until now that he quitted.

[@glenloewen7507]

You are all so young. I am doing everything opposite of you, where I did all my athletic challenges when I was younger, and want to do my first “major” thru-hike in the PCT after retiring. I would love to have learned the lessons you all learned on the PCT at the age you learned them.

[@TheTrailDancer]

You and Kraig are the best at telling stories! :)

[@koradelta]

Holy cow wow so much life happened in 5 years I can't believe I was 19 when we met

[@rushpinn]

I started watching your PCT videos a day or two after new years 2021 and now I have seen them all probably 10 times. They had such a profund impact on me and my life, it's hard to describe. I truly enjoyed watching this video and to get those insights 5 years later. Thanks for putting it together. I hope you go hike the CDT with parts of the blob at some point. It would be epic to watch.

[@AJHillis]

Can't wait for the Hayduke videos!!!

[@IanTheOutdoorGuy]

Its awesome you made wonderful friends on your adventure of a life time. The sponsor product looks great Magnesium is the best. Great video

[@poknobtwister9625]

So awesome. I liked this so much. I am a PCT section hiker myself and when I long for the trail I often turn to the original PCT video this was based on. And for the most part, it's true: it is the people. So good!

[@ewoksalot]

I live about 40mi (64km) from the PCT (near Bridge of the Gods) and I've never been interested in hiking it, but of course I come across parts of it constantly as I'm out on other hiking adventures... Anyway... yours is the ONLY series I watched in entirety - and even then I found your videos about two years ago, so it was all with a strange air of nostalgia from my perspective. But the video work, editing, content... all awesome. Two years later, I've gotten A LOT of PCT suggestions here on YT... nothing sticks quite like the story telling of your adventure. It's awesome to trek out for PCT days, see parts of the trail on my own explorations, meet thru-hikers randomly, give some trail magic, and your series has contributed to my little collection of fond PCT-related experiences. Thanks for sharing.

[@NakulNagarajm]

I watched your PCT series when it first came out! I was in high school at the time and it inspired me to pursue thru hiking and the outdoor industry in general! Three outdoor seasonal jobs later and this is awesome to look back at!

[@LeaVeex]

I had such a crush on Irish when watching the series and he got even more handsome!!!

[@TheGrants-ow4kn]

Just letting you know you accidentally aired someones phone number 😅

[@alissalauren2063]

Wow, has it really been 5 years?! How time flies by. That film was life changing for me & your films always make me feel like the world is endless. I loved watching this film. Great job Elina. Thank you for always making my day better when I watch your videos! ☺️ I hope you’re doing well!

[@LeaVeex]

I had such a crush on Irish when watching the series and he got even more handsome!

[@michel.h_cf99]

Oh, you hiked Hayduke also? Must have missed the video series! 🤪😅😇

[@MishkaTravels]

You didn't miss it. She was filming it with a bunch of other filmmakers and it's a more advanced production that will not be on KZbin but will eventually appear somewhere, hopefully.

[@IanTheOutdoorGuy]

I hope to see a second PCT adventure

[@IanTheOutdoorGuy]

I hope to see a second PCT adventure

[@yonnie1964]

Time to get cracking on an adventure. Your stories are great for vicariously sharing the experience. Thank you

[@markmacias5897]

I got goose bump when I heard the words "Reunion Tour." Then I instantly teared up. Lets make it happen. I'll be the first to donate funds for help the group make this happen.

[@andrewgoorhuis]

This was therapy.

[@DavidDavis-fishing]

Gooood evening from central Florida! Hope everyone has a great night!

[@havecoffeewilltravel3507]

Now that I have done part of the trail...this video means even more to me. Post trail integration should be a whole video of its own!

[@Goingmyownway]

I hiked the PCT 2 years ago and it's still hard to move on from 😭

[@julietvo5447]

I did three summer seasons working with youth on trails in the conservation corps world and I'm choosing to not continue this summer after graduating college. So many of the sentiments in this mirror all the things I'm feeling after going through some hard shit, making some really amazing memories, and growing so much as a person. Especially with you showing everyone's trail names then their other names. It felt like the closing of a chapter and a start to a new one. What a beautiful experience to have lived. Thank you for sharing.

[@ElinaOsborne]

Thank you for sharing Julie, it's funny how the most personal experiences are often the most universal.

[@jamesadams2334]

What a great film! I have hiked the A.T. twice and 1000 miles of the PCT but then got altitude sickness on the PCT and then found that I've had Lyme Disease for at least 20 years. I was on a walker for 2 years but since have improved to walking mostly without a cane. Now, at 71 years old, my hiking days are done. Thru hiking definitely changed my life for the better.......much better! geek

[@ElinaOsborne]

So I've still got a solid 41 years left in me? :') (Apologies for AT slander).

[@jkb_hln]

Great video, thank you for update. It is funny to follow somebody else's life story and feel so many feelings 🙆‍♂️ I showed "it is the people" video to so many other people 🤣 hope to see you all hiking CDT 🤩😎🍀 you know what is 2nd best thing after watching this video? Reading the coments! It has to make you feel special! Sooo many people sharing their stories how you inspired them and made positive impact on their lifes 🫶I am greatful for knowing this story❤ happy trails tip-tap👏🏔️🍀

[@TheCapeOn]

I can’t believe it’s been five years 😮

[@em-w5438]

Paul my dear, you are a handsome man!

[@robopecha]

the photos in the end are so great!

[@flyinggarage]

aaaaghhh irish exit 😍😍😍

[@peterjohnson6273]

Interesting idea.

[@BiHsinalco]

I watched ur PCT years ago and then i rewatch it every 3 months or so. I love the energy you give, keep up the good work i just wish that you create content more often :D . Also maaaaybe blur the number next time hahahah

[@ElinaOsborne]

🙃 please don't prank call her, she is an angel.

[@ElinaOsborne]

(but yes, blurring all)

[@MishkaTravels]

Exactlyyy what I was thinking! I hope it's just some virtual number and not her real one that's been posted publicly like this 🙈

[@wmccoy10]

Has it really been five years?? I loved following you on this epic journey. You and Heaps inspired me to tackle several smaller thrus since this epic

[@ElinaOsborne]

Heaps is the OG. An icon. The Queen. I can't believe it's been five years either.

[@scottmccrimmond6377]

Love this video and love you! Can’t wait to get out on an adventure with you again!

[@ElinaOsborne]

Love you so much! Yes!! 🔥🧡

[@GeorgeSoan]

This was very interesting and inspiring! Thank you!

[@micah4maz]

I watched the whole series 5 years ago and randomly stumbled across this video today! I remember when I watched the series for the first time, I felt like I knew everyone so well. It was so good to see them all and hear what they're up to. And I echo what everyone else has commented: watching you hike the PCT made me feel like I could take on anything hard and come out the other side. I watched the series when I was studying hard and struggling to get into medical school, and now, here I am, five years later finishing my second year of med school! Hard things can be achieved. Thank you so much, Elina. Your work, your challenges, your beauty....it's all such a gift and I am just happy to be able to partake in a small piece of it.

[@jacobbabcock2511]

It seems like a lot of the people are college aged, the earliest I could make an attempt would be 26yrs old. Will this make it difficult to find a group on trail?

[@neverninetofive]

I‘m 26 and currently on trail. Most people I’ve met are my age or few years older. You will have absolutely no problem finding a group.

[@jacobbabcock2511]

@@neverninetofive Sweet, thank you! Also good luck, if you post any videos I hope to come across them someday!

[@LaurenRoerick]

So fun! I love how trail families become life time friends :)

[@robertrosa9185]

Wow!!! I've been a fan of your video blogs or vlogs, especially this amazing episode - WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Your storytelling and filming just keep evolving with time. Thank you so much!!! Keep rocking these incredible videos out for us. The Trail Gods has much better acess to our hearts when it is open to inspiration, guidance, and acceptance. Happy Trails... Coconut Wireless aka Kapiko (PCT 2014, 2018). ALOHA

[@pb9616]

This video made me open my eyes of freedom..... i sold my house and im on my bycicle in spain now and just cross the Pyreneeën... I love it..... the freedom😂😂❤❤

[@harrysheasby6973]

This entire series was my lockdown love! A real moment in time I wish I could revisit for the first time. Such storytelling and passion. Thank you Elina❤️

[@rmccarthy175]

Love this! Your films have inspired me to get out hiking more and more- and I’m so grateful for the encouragement to do hard things. Thank you!❤

[@katelynleigh5610]

Your videos introduced me to thru hiking and truly made me want to just get outside and explore. Can’t believe it’s been 5 years

[@markapuan]

Elina, you were the first channel I watched covering the journey of the PCT. Have watched all your adventures. Amazing storytelling and driven visuals to enhance the feelings.

[@wio2189]

All adventures are not equal. Only one person mentioned the truest, most terrifying and equally most rewarding one. Having kids. Thanks for the video.

[@Just__Blaze]

Wow its been 5 years already! I thoroughly enjoyed that adventure. So awesome to see the reunion.

[@ElinaOsborne]

next time... in person, eh!

[@Just__Blaze]

@@ElinaOsborne That would be great!!

[@andrewhart3590]

Such a beautiful video! Hearing everyone talk so passionately about the trail and the experience, and how much they miss it...that really hit me.

[@marieweitzel8927]

I watched your PCT videos after a really challenging day at my summer student position. It was the perfect escapism and inspiration that life was more than my shitty situation on that day.

[@Heretic10001]

Your videos are always so awesomely put together and this one is no exception. Really enjoyed the look back. Thanks for this.

[@annajackson3882]

Oh this was so great! You are so great at capturing nostalgia and the freedom of youth in your films. Definitely definitely do a reunion hike! x

[@jennifer1424]

It’s beautiful to see how the trail changed each of you in different yet similar ways. Those friendships are to be cherished always. Thank you for letting us peek in and share in a bit of the nostalgia, laughter and joy.

[@ayjcb]

you're an incredible story teller elina!! so many relatable feelings!!

[@des1nteress3]

The blur confuses me but an amazing video as always

[@kodifrost9084]

😭😭 my hike started 2 years ago, and truly madly deeply miss every moment

[@wineberryred]

Thank you, really thank you for the original and this follow up.

[@chriskelly6559]

I was happy for you to get to Can, sad for me. Then you pop up and all is good.

[@kreestuh4367]

Parasocial vibes are all over watching this, so happy to see you and your buddies again haha! Hope the reunion tour happens, and you all stay happy and healthy.

[@ElinaOsborne]

Hahah, you and me both. I've spent waaay more time with them than they have with me.

[@jennymarshall8334]

THE GASP I JUST GUSPED OMGGGGGG

[@Gerz970]

Just wanted to say thank you. Your pct video was one of the ones that put the thru hike dream in my head. I’ll be doing my first thru hike this summer and will be starting with the Colorado Trail to get my toes wet a bit and couldn’t be more excited!

[@ElinaOsborne]

COLORADO TRAIL. This one calls me also!

[@abhi.inamdar]

Epic! And beautiful.

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

Thank you for this ❣

[@WestieRunner]

Great stuff and great to see you're back! Which ultra have you signed up for?

[@ElinaOsborne]

Looking at the WUU2K, and also maybe one in the US!? (Also lowkey interested in backyard laps next weekend...)

[@WestieRunner]

@@ElinaOsborne WUU2K is supposed to be a great race. My friend Antony is running Kings BYU next weekend if that's the one.

[@ingeopdeweegh6030]

OMG yes reunion 🧡 thank you for sharing this! Especially the post trail depression. 🧡

[@ElinaOsborne]

it hits us all!