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Congratulations , and then for going over to the Albright Traing Center hunting my photo. I'm really surprized that exhibit panal is still in use. The Trainging Center staff must have enough of that one panel so that they could display a fresh one every so often as the colors do blech out in time. Mom and I spent three months - twelve weeks - getting a thorough taste for our National Park Service assignments that followed. Thanks for remembering us with those final comments.

Massachusetts? The Nudist spot?

I would need about 7 days and a helivac rescue somewhere in the middle to accomplish this task. You are both tougher than me!

Runtastic Nebo! That one of my favorites! I have my PR on that. Congrats on the hike. My wife and I are trying to plan this as well. Well…… My wife is planning :)

Oh my goodness! So emotional! Reminds me of our hike in 2020, that last 3 miles is so hard! Loved seeing all the familiar places! Way to go! You made it!

where did you stay on the south rim side? where did you eat after the hike?

BTW, I think I noticed a slight building crescendo to the background music as you approached the rim. The suspense was building and I expected trumpets and a musical celebration at the top. However, I was caught in a tough spot, being a sympathetic crier and all. We were all in tears at the emotional impact of success; I stopped noticing any music.

That was a wonderful experience I just haven't ever and will never have. Glad I could watch it. I could have managed that only in the 3 weeks I was in my physical prime, (a few decades ago) but I never would have. And what's also sad, even though I've been up the Bright Angel Trail (over 30 years ago), I don't have but a few fleeting memories, like being greeted by snow flakes when we emerged at the top (It was Thanksgiving). We may have had it more comfortable than you did here. Great video, and it didn't feel like 45 min at all.

At about 28:00, right before you wet your hat in the stream, I thought you might have inserted some pictures of you and the boys on your previous hike. You said that set of steps was the perfect photo spot. You kept talking about it, are you embarrassed of them?

Awesome adventure you two. Thank you so much for the great video. You captured a ton of what it's like hiking R2R. It's been two years since my last R2R. Maybe 2025 will be my third, although my first R2R was actually R2R and back again after a rest day on the NR, so does that count as twice? If so then 2025 will be my 4th. My daughter went last time. She carried my pack the last 3 miles up BA, and was so kind to her old man (me). Thanks again.

Great Job! incredible effort.

Did it 10/1 - 10/2 2023.

Awesome video - I saw your post on the Facebook R2R group. Planning on doing the exact same route on May 27. Thanks for sharing this and also showing that it is 100% possible to have a fun time while doing this trudge! (Edit: I live in Nashville - driving out there over two days beforehand.)

Huge congratulations so you both! I run there and shoot video, a couple times a year, and I felt that emotion at the top, when you finished. I still get that way, because being in the Canyon is such an amazing experience. I could tell your wife was starting that downtrend towards being in trouble, as early as Manzanita Rest, and definitely showing it at Phantom. I was hoping you'd take her pack from there, or at the base of Devil's Corkscrew. Tank tops are a no-go in the Canyon because they expose so much of the skin to the sun. Doesn't matter if SPF50 keeps being slathered on, the sun is still on the skin, at high altitude, where there's less protection. It's like being microwaved all day long, and it brings on sunstroke and high core body temp which is devastating, and nearly impossible to turn around. Same goes for cotton shirts, especially that you had 2 on. Literally just cooking your core, and elevating that core body temp. The shirts to be in are the white, long sleeve, perforated "dri-fit" fabric shirts, like the Nike ProCombat. The white reflects the sun. The long sleeves keep you protected, and the shirt breathes well. Take shirts off at every water crossing, and soak them, hats, and hair. It's the only way to keep the body core temp in check. Much lighter packs, like an ultra running race pack, would have made a huge difference, not only in weight, but in how they sit on the back. Those heavy, fabric packs, hanging down at the lower back are just day wreckers. Same goes for all the extra stuff that was in them. Less is more in the Canyon! Great job, and I hope you refine, retool, retrain, and go back for a redemption hike!

Wow, what a journey that must have been. Amazing and thanks for sharing the adventure. Take care.

the energy of the room and the atmosphere there was incredible. Felt like a dream and it went way too fast!

I’m glad you paid the highest amount for leather bound. Sanderson has an updated anybody else on how quickly we’re going to get ours and I will never back his project ever again. If you wanna clear understanding of how a man works, it’s understanding on how he communicates to everyone. All he cares about is the highest level backers and his newest project that he wants to sell. I will never back Sanderson ever again.

Next level

Is this canon?

Such a blast!

I feel like for efficiency sake you could have pulled over at the falls and saved substantial time. However .... Journey before destination and all that jazz. Hahaha Badge day tomorrow! See ya soon!

Safety first! Hahaha sweet book!

Fun day at the amusement park! Seemed to be good weather!

Great Lakes. Remember HOMES. Lake Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie and Superior.

Fun. Liked the last part of the falls video with the music and fast motion... Nice to see you....Teri

I know you are going to Nexus, but what session/day for the Worldhopper ball are you going? Just curious! Love your vibes despite the server/buying chaos.

I would be careful about keeping the book Shrink-wrapped cause I heard it can mold.

Any content for this game while I wait for mine to arrive is great. You should definitely do a playthrough!

Awesome! I used to have a Star wars episode 1 game that was awesome! That's really the only one I ever played. Hope it's as fun as it sounds.

Back in my day, we had to do this hike just get to the kitchen both ways! Kids these days are so soft with their paved trails and shady trees. Lol love you guys

As soon as you said Rock City the first thing that pops into my head is the Rack city song by Tyga. If you are unfamiliar you'll probably want to keep it that way. Rock City seemed lovely.

Alright, I have to admit that even those I was poo-pooing this during our family call, I must admit this seems like a very cool site. Pretty, cool, green and shady. The entrance fee is still pretty steep, but this is much nicer that some of your generic boring visitas from some of the boring National Parks in previous vids. Pretty neat-looking, actually. Taryn wasn't with you?

you guys are hilarious

I was backer #463 and got a number over 3000 =(. its all random

Amazing!!😊

I'm a stone warden and the wife is truthwatcher. Our boxes are coming soon hopefully

I have not started down the leather bound rabbit hole and my wallet thanks me. However I cannot deny the cool factor.

Me and my wife just celebrated 10 years of marriage on 10/10 and we also hiked three trails in three states in 4 days! Congrats on 26 years you crazy kids! Thanks for taking us along!

I'll be watching for you guys there!

FOMO!? of this?

Shelob is the spider, and what a beautiful hike!

Dang that looks like a fun spot. Nothing wrong with 50 degree water you gotta embrace the shivering. Haha

I know this is an old video. Hopefully you see this post. Thank you for sharing your video and I hope all is well.

Wow, guys. Its nice to set the entertainment bar so low. A convenience store and a truck stop?! Granted, I have never been to one. Maybe I'm missing out? I really want to see that upcoming Rim-to-Rim Grand Canyon Hike/painful self-abusive exercise video!

Looks like an awesome trip! You guys are hardcore, I cannot handle all the roller coasters any more!

Been on a binge of convention content recently and was so happy to find your video!!! I was able get through so many technical difficulties and get tickets with my fiancé to come to Nexus 2024. Seeing the convention site and the craft rooms made me pull the trigger and get the craft kits! Hopefully you video this years convention especially the Ball! I am so beyond excited 😊 Thanks again for this incredible video!

We need a full report on your research of the falls. Video essay style. Hahaha awesome looking waterfall nice and close to the road. Looks like you gad fun even though its short.

Thank you for the seat demonstration at 1:25 - I wouldn't have known if there was proper seating at this waterfall without it. Looks like there is!