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JR Hikes
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 6 ส.ค. 2019
Welcome to JR Hikes!
On this channel, you will find video documentation of various hiking/backpacking trips that I have taken around Indiana, her surrounding states and further. Also, you will find product reviews , gear reviews, gear lists and simply put to the test.
I started hiking/backpacking in 2017 as a means to cope with mild depression. Since then, it has done much more than that for me in my life…it has become a passion! So much so that I have created this channel for people to see what hiking has done for me and what it can do for you. Depression is a serious issue and Mother Nature is the cure. So, for those of you sitting at home on the couch looking for a way out...IT IS ON A TRAIL!
PLEASE, LIKE and SHARE my videos for others that are out there suffering from depression or perhaps suffering from life. Whether you're happy or not…SUBSCRIBE to my channel, CLICK THAT BELL ICON and then join me on the next trail!
On this channel, you will find video documentation of various hiking/backpacking trips that I have taken around Indiana, her surrounding states and further. Also, you will find product reviews , gear reviews, gear lists and simply put to the test.
I started hiking/backpacking in 2017 as a means to cope with mild depression. Since then, it has done much more than that for me in my life…it has become a passion! So much so that I have created this channel for people to see what hiking has done for me and what it can do for you. Depression is a serious issue and Mother Nature is the cure. So, for those of you sitting at home on the couch looking for a way out...IT IS ON A TRAIL!
PLEASE, LIKE and SHARE my videos for others that are out there suffering from depression or perhaps suffering from life. Whether you're happy or not…SUBSCRIBE to my channel, CLICK THAT BELL ICON and then join me on the next trail!
Zpacks Water Bottle Sleeve vs Gossamer Gear Bottle Rocket
Check out the Pros and Cons to both water bottle holders and why I made the choice to stick with one and not the other!
#jrhikes #zpacks #gossamergear
This is NOT a paid promotion. I bought both products with my own money.
AFILLIATE LINKS
For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com
BACKPACKING GEAR
Hyperlite
Backpack Pack Windrider 3400 - bit.ly/3gyUDpX
Pods - bit.ly/3iZrvd8
Stuff Sacks - bit.ly/3vJncFN
Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V3 - amzn.to/35ixnWK
Osprey UL Stuff Pack - Amazon - amzn.to/35hO5Wv
Osprey - bit.ly/2VkkLgc
Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork - amzn.to/3xf1CKe
Ground Cloth Tyvek 1443r - amzn.to/3gvVhDu
Toaks Titanium Sheppard Hook - amzn.to/3vj0Vhz
Nemo Tensor Insulated Regular - Amazon - amzn.to/3gncf8l
Nemo - bit.ly/37dr2Ny
MSR Pocket Rocket 2 - Amazon - amzn.to/3gnPqS0
MSR - bit.ly/3dtcAEx
Toaks 550ml Titanium Mug - amzn.to/3gjfVYB
Toaks 900ml Titanium Mug - amzn.to/35hELSo
Toaks Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl - amzn.to/3q06noM
BearVault Bear Canister BV500 - amzn.to/3wtP2a4
Buff neck Gaiter - amzn.to/3xnxpce
Arc'teryx Motus Crew Long-Sleeve Shirt - amzn.to/3gng3qb
New Balance Accelerate 3 inch Running Shorts - amzn.to/3xj2eyy
ExOfficio Sport Mesh Boxer Briefs - amzn.to/3wofkKT
Balega No Show Socks - amzn.to/35lHpXs
Injinji 5 Toed No Show Liners - amzn.to/3gkEhkG
Altra Superior 4.0 Trail Runners - amzn.to/3glptSU
Altra Black Short Gaiters - amzn.to/3vsnSPw
Darn Tough Crew Hiker Sock - amzn.to/3woWqDE
Injinji 5 Toed Crew Sock Liners - amzn.to/2SzjT6f
Crocs Men's Swiftwater Mesh Deck Sandals - amzn.to/2U6qMfZ
Patagonia R1 Full-Zip Fleece Hoodie - bit.ly/3rMlHpL
Patagonia Puffy Sweater - bit.ly/3feH8uM
Outdoor Research Helium II Large - Amazon amzn.to/3goLsIG
OR - bit.ly/3j7GOPq
Sea to Summit Insect Shield Headnet - amzn.to/3cHyV0D
Outdoor Research ActiveIce Sun Gloves - Amazon - amzn.to/3iHqpCz
OR - bit.ly/3rMZnMP
Garmin InReach Explorer+ - amzn.to/3xcQ626
Black Diamond Spot - amzn.to/3vqmNI1
Sawyer Squeeze Inline Filter - amzn.to/2RW3cSo
Body Glide - amzn.to/3pQH2NM
Tiny Swiss Army Knife - amzn.to/2SzlfxR
CAMERA GEAR USED TO FILM THIS VIDEO
Canon M50: amzn.to/3xCfJK3
Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 STM Lens: amzn.to/3gEmT9s
Neewer Pro 100% Stainless Steel Light Stand Tripod with Casters: amzn.to/2Z7bCKe
Neewer SL-60W LED Video Light White 5600K Version: amzn.to/3gzA8IL
Neewer Hexadecagon Softbox 36 inches: amzn.to/3pUk7kS
Neewer 10 Feet/3 Meters C-Stand Light Stand with 4 Feet: amzn.to/3gnZmea
Neewer Stainless Steel Heavy Duty C-Stand, 5-10 feet: amzn.to/3q4tpec
RODE VideoMic Pro+ Studio Boom Kit: amzn.to/3vrOro3
Canon EOS Rebel T6i: amzn.to/3vmWDpH
Neewer NW-760D Battery Grip for T6i: amzn.to/35qkpX3
Rode VideoMic GO Light Weight On-Camera Microphone: amzn.to/3pUkID8
Aputure AL-MC with RGB Video Light: amzn.to/3wtCShv
Neewer Collapsible Softbox Diffuser for 660 LED Panel: amzn.to/3wveM5M
Neewer 2-Pack Dimmable Bi-Color 660 LED Video Light: amzn.to/2Tzb2BM
TYCKA Rangers 56” Compact Travel Tripod: amzn.to/2RZg3mT
DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo - amzn.to/2TTmiZK
DJI Osmo Action Camera - amzn.to/3gLUyOO
Joby Gorillapod 3k - amzn.to/3vPcFZK
TYCKA Rangers 56” Compact Travel Tripod - amzn.to/2SNmbyU
****DISCLOSURE****
All AMAZON links are my personal links to products I use. Buying from these links award me a small percentage of the sale price to help grow my channel (at NO COST TO YOU). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
#jrhikes #zpacks #gossamergear
This is NOT a paid promotion. I bought both products with my own money.
AFILLIATE LINKS
For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com
BACKPACKING GEAR
Hyperlite
Backpack Pack Windrider 3400 - bit.ly/3gyUDpX
Pods - bit.ly/3iZrvd8
Stuff Sacks - bit.ly/3vJncFN
Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V3 - amzn.to/35ixnWK
Osprey UL Stuff Pack - Amazon - amzn.to/35hO5Wv
Osprey - bit.ly/2VkkLgc
Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork - amzn.to/3xf1CKe
Ground Cloth Tyvek 1443r - amzn.to/3gvVhDu
Toaks Titanium Sheppard Hook - amzn.to/3vj0Vhz
Nemo Tensor Insulated Regular - Amazon - amzn.to/3gncf8l
Nemo - bit.ly/37dr2Ny
MSR Pocket Rocket 2 - Amazon - amzn.to/3gnPqS0
MSR - bit.ly/3dtcAEx
Toaks 550ml Titanium Mug - amzn.to/3gjfVYB
Toaks 900ml Titanium Mug - amzn.to/35hELSo
Toaks Titanium Long Handle Spoon with Polished Bowl - amzn.to/3q06noM
BearVault Bear Canister BV500 - amzn.to/3wtP2a4
Buff neck Gaiter - amzn.to/3xnxpce
Arc'teryx Motus Crew Long-Sleeve Shirt - amzn.to/3gng3qb
New Balance Accelerate 3 inch Running Shorts - amzn.to/3xj2eyy
ExOfficio Sport Mesh Boxer Briefs - amzn.to/3wofkKT
Balega No Show Socks - amzn.to/35lHpXs
Injinji 5 Toed No Show Liners - amzn.to/3gkEhkG
Altra Superior 4.0 Trail Runners - amzn.to/3glptSU
Altra Black Short Gaiters - amzn.to/3vsnSPw
Darn Tough Crew Hiker Sock - amzn.to/3woWqDE
Injinji 5 Toed Crew Sock Liners - amzn.to/2SzjT6f
Crocs Men's Swiftwater Mesh Deck Sandals - amzn.to/2U6qMfZ
Patagonia R1 Full-Zip Fleece Hoodie - bit.ly/3rMlHpL
Patagonia Puffy Sweater - bit.ly/3feH8uM
Outdoor Research Helium II Large - Amazon amzn.to/3goLsIG
OR - bit.ly/3j7GOPq
Sea to Summit Insect Shield Headnet - amzn.to/3cHyV0D
Outdoor Research ActiveIce Sun Gloves - Amazon - amzn.to/3iHqpCz
OR - bit.ly/3rMZnMP
Garmin InReach Explorer+ - amzn.to/3xcQ626
Black Diamond Spot - amzn.to/3vqmNI1
Sawyer Squeeze Inline Filter - amzn.to/2RW3cSo
Body Glide - amzn.to/3pQH2NM
Tiny Swiss Army Knife - amzn.to/2SzlfxR
CAMERA GEAR USED TO FILM THIS VIDEO
Canon M50: amzn.to/3xCfJK3
Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 STM Lens: amzn.to/3gEmT9s
Neewer Pro 100% Stainless Steel Light Stand Tripod with Casters: amzn.to/2Z7bCKe
Neewer SL-60W LED Video Light White 5600K Version: amzn.to/3gzA8IL
Neewer Hexadecagon Softbox 36 inches: amzn.to/3pUk7kS
Neewer 10 Feet/3 Meters C-Stand Light Stand with 4 Feet: amzn.to/3gnZmea
Neewer Stainless Steel Heavy Duty C-Stand, 5-10 feet: amzn.to/3q4tpec
RODE VideoMic Pro+ Studio Boom Kit: amzn.to/3vrOro3
Canon EOS Rebel T6i: amzn.to/3vmWDpH
Neewer NW-760D Battery Grip for T6i: amzn.to/35qkpX3
Rode VideoMic GO Light Weight On-Camera Microphone: amzn.to/3pUkID8
Aputure AL-MC with RGB Video Light: amzn.to/3wtCShv
Neewer Collapsible Softbox Diffuser for 660 LED Panel: amzn.to/3wveM5M
Neewer 2-Pack Dimmable Bi-Color 660 LED Video Light: amzn.to/2Tzb2BM
TYCKA Rangers 56” Compact Travel Tripod: amzn.to/2RZg3mT
DJI Mini 2 Fly More Combo - amzn.to/2TTmiZK
DJI Osmo Action Camera - amzn.to/3gLUyOO
Joby Gorillapod 3k - amzn.to/3vPcFZK
TYCKA Rangers 56” Compact Travel Tripod - amzn.to/2SNmbyU
****DISCLOSURE****
All AMAZON links are my personal links to products I use. Buying from these links award me a small percentage of the sale price to help grow my channel (at NO COST TO YOU). As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Stuff Pods Review After One Year of Use
มุมมอง 13K2 ปีที่แล้ว
#jrhikes #hmg #pods #hilltoppacks #hyperlitemountaingear Hyperlite Mountain Gear Backpack Pack Windrider 3400 - bit.ly/3gyUDpX Pods - bit.ly/3iZrvd8 Stuff Sacks - bit.ly/3vJncFN Hilltop Packs Ultralight & Ultra Custom www.hilltoppacks.com AFILLIATE LINKS For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com BACKPACKING GEAR Hyperlite Backpack Pack Windrider 3400 - bit.ly/3gyUDpX Pods - bit....
1000 Subscriber Winner Announcement.
มุมมอง 2642 ปีที่แล้ว
DISCLAIMER This is NOT a sponsored giveaway. I bought this sleep pad with my own money. We reached 1000 subscribers and here is the winner of the NEMO TENSOR! Thank you to everyone who has subscribed and I look forward to making more content for you all in the future! Nemo Tensor Insulated Regular - Amazon - amzn.to/3gncf8l Nemo - bit.ly/37dr2Ny Visit www.JRHikes.com IG: @JRHikes FB: @JRHikes L...
**CLOSED** 1000 Subscriber Giveaway Nemo Tensor Insulated Thank you everyone!
มุมมอง 4353 ปีที่แล้ว
DISCLAIMER This is NOT a sponsored giveaway. I bought this sleep pad with my own money. We reached 1000 subscribers! Thank you to everyone who has subscribed and I look forward to making more content for you all in the future! Nemo Tensor Insulated Regular - Amazon - amzn.to/3gncf8l Nemo - bit.ly/37dr2Ny Visit www.JRHikes.com IG: @JRHikes FB: @JRHikes For business inquiries please contact: jrhi...
JMT Fail "Down with the Sickness" Cathedral Lake to Tuolumne Meadows
มุมมอง 1.8K3 ปีที่แล้ว
It's confirmed. Altitude sickness came for this Hoosier. From the flat lands of Indiana to the High Sierra mountains, apparently I am not immune to the sickness. #jrhikes #johnmuirtrail #jmt #yosemite #uppercathedrallake #tuolumnemeadows Visit www.JRHikes.com IG: @JRHikes FB: @JRHikes For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com AFILLIATE LINKS BACKPACKING GEAR Hyperlite Backpack P...
JMT Fail "So Many Stairs" Happy Isles Trailhead to Sunrise Lakes.
มุมมอง 1.7K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Finally hitting the trailhead. Happy Isles and headed SOBO (south bound) into, what is arguably, America's most beautiful wilderness. #jrhikes #jmt #johnmuirtrail #happyisles #yosemite #cloudsrest Visit www.JRHikes.com IG: @JRHikes FB: @JRHikes For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com AFILLIATE LINKS BACKPACKING GEAR Hyperlite Backpack Pack Windrider 3400 - bit.ly/3gyUDpX Pods ...
JMT Fail "Backpacker Campground" Indianapolis to Yosemite
มุมมอง 1.9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
After 4 years of planning and an attempt in 2020 doomed before it began (thanks COVID) I finally head out to Yosemite National Park to start my thru-hike of the famous John Muir Trail. #jrhikes #yosemite #johnmuirtrail #jmt Visit www.JRHikes.com IG: @JRHikes FB: @JRHikes AFILLIATE LINKS For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com BACKPACKING GEAR Hyperlite Backpack Pack Windrider ...
JOHN MUIR TRAIL RESUPPLY. How I packed and shipped food for 21 days.
มุมมอง 1.9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Do you really read this description? #jmt #johnmuirtrail #jrhikes #resupply CHECK OUT MY WEBSITE: www.JRHikes.com E-Mail For business inquiries please contact me at jrhikes1@gmail.com Time Stamps 00:00 Intro 02:25 Repackage Time-lapse 04:22 Repackage Overview 09:42 Condiment Time-lapse 10:17 Resupply Contents 16:32 What's in the Bear Vault 20:00 Packing the Bear Vault Time-lapse 20:34 Weighing ...
How I'll keep my feet happy on the 211+ mile John Muir Trail.
มุมมอง 5313 ปีที่แล้ว
#jrhikes #altrasuperior #backpacking Contact me - jrhikes1@gmail.com TIME STAMPS 00:00 Intro/Footwear 00:50 Injinji Liners 01:25 Darn Tough Socks 02:19 Altra Superiors 03:25 Lock Laces 05:05 Stone Guard Sole Liners 05:45 Altra Trail Gaiters 06:46 Footcare/Tennis Ball 07:36 Leuko Tape 08:29 Nail Trimmers 08:55 Outro Altra Superior 5 (Current Model) REI - bit.ly/36EKYIJ Amazon - amzn.to/3wLWcpv I...
One Year Review of Gossamer Gears The Two Trekking Pole NON Freestanding UL Tent and How to it Setup
มุมมอง 14K3 ปีที่แล้ว
LINKS TO GEAR IN THIS VIDEO BELOW #jrhikes #gossamergear #thetwo #backpacking TIME STAMPS 00:00 Awesome Tent B-Roll/Intro 01:40 Overview and Review 13:00 Perfect Pitch Setup This is my review and opinion of The Two Ultralight tent by Gossamer Gear. Is it really worth spending the extra money for the weight savings?!?! TENT Gossamer Gear The Two Tent www.gossamergear.com/products/the-two?variant...
John Muir Trail Gear List. Everything I need to hike the 211 miles in the Sierras JMT Trail
มุมมอง 67K3 ปีที่แล้ว
#jrhikes #backpacking #johnmuirtrail LINKS TO GEAR BELOW! What I will be bringing in my backpack while hiking the 211 mile JMT in southern California in July. It is a long one, so I included time stamps (located below) so you can scrub to the gear section of your choice. But, I encourage you to watch the entire video...it helps me out!!! LIKE and SUBSCRIBE Gear List: lighterpack.com/r/v1b8fk Ca...
Day 8. Thru-hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. Final Day! Rain, Rain and more Rain.
มุมมอง 5853 ปีที่แล้ว
Last day on trail. Bitter sweet feelings about finishing. Rain ALL DAY. Still it was beautiful! For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com BACKPACKING GEAR Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V3 - amzn.to/35ixnWK Osprey UL Stuff Pack - amzn.to/35hO5Wv Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork - amzn.to/3xf1CKe Ground Cloth Tyvek 1443r - amzn.to/3gvVhDu Toaks Titanium Sheppard Hook - amzn.to/3...
Day 7. Thru-Hiking the 77 Mile Foothills Trail. Laurel Boat Access Campsite to Cantrell Campsite
มุมมอง 4913 ปีที่แล้ว
Foot Surgery, Sparks and Co., a new friend, and Sassafras you B*#%^!!! For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com BACKPACKING GEAR Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V3 - amzn.to/35ixnWK Osprey UL Stuff Pack - amzn.to/35hO5Wv Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork - amzn.to/3xf1CKe Ground Cloth Tyvek 1443r - amzn.to/3gvVhDu Toaks Titanium Sheppard Hook - amzn.to/3vj0Vhz Nemo Tensor Insula...
Day 6. Thru-hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. "Saying Good-Bye"
มุมมอง 5223 ปีที่แล้ว
Crazy cold morning, snake attacks, the most impressive suspension bridge I've ever seen, and having to say good-bye to a BEAST of a hiking buddy. For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com BACKPACKING GEAR Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V3 - amzn.to/35ixnWK Osprey UL Stuff Pack - amzn.to/35hO5Wv Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork - amzn.to/3xf1CKe Ground Cloth Tyvek 1443r - amzn.t...
Day 5. Thru-hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. Thompson River Camp to Bear Gap Campsite.
มุมมอง 5663 ปีที่แล้ว
Prehistoric insects, a very quiet Westbrook, stairs and little Damascus For business inquiries please contact: jrhikes1@gmail.com BACKPACKING GEAR Peak Design Capture Camera Clip V3 - amzn.to/35ixnWK Osprey UL Stuff Pack - amzn.to/35hO5Wv Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork - amzn.to/3xf1CKe Ground Cloth Tyvek 1443r - amzn.to/3gvVhDu Toaks Titanium Sheppard Hook - amzn.to/3vj0Vhz Nemo Tensor Insul...
How to Backflush Your SAYWER Water Filter While in the Back Country
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How to Backflush Your SAYWER Water Filter While in the Back Country
Day 4. Thru-hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. This is one of my favorite days watch until the end!
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Day 4. Thru-hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. This is one of my favorite days watch until the end!
Day 3 Thru-hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. Burrells Ford Campsite to Some Campsite on a Ridge
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Day 3 Thru-hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. Burrells Ford Campsite to Some Campsite on a Ridge
Day 2. Thru hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. Licklog Falls to Burrells Ford Campground.
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Day 2. Thru hiking the 77 mile Foothills Trail. Licklog Falls to Burrells Ford Campground.
Day 1. Thru-hiking the 77.6 mile Foothills Trail, South Carolina, There is SO MUCH to see here!
มุมมอง 1.9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Day 1. Thru-hiking the 77.6 mile Foothills Trail, South Carolina, There is SO MUCH to see here!
I have an announcement! Foothills and John Muir Trail
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I have an announcement! Foothills and John Muir Trail
Is It a Good Drone For Hiking and Backpacking? Unboxing, Test Flight and Quickshots DJI Mini 2
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Is It a Good Drone For Hiking and Backpacking? Unboxing, Test Flight and Quickshots DJI Mini 2
250 Subscriber Appreciation Giveaway Jetboil MightyMo Drawing.
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250 Subscriber Appreciation Giveaway Jetboil MightyMo Drawing.
250 Subscriber Appreciation Jetboil MightyMo Giveaway! (CLOSED). Winner will be posted Wed Dec 9th
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250 Subscriber Appreciation Jetboil MightyMo Giveaway! (CLOSED). Winner will be posted Wed Dec 9th
My Trekking Pole Evolution from $18 poles to $180 Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking poles
มุมมอง 1.6K3 ปีที่แล้ว
My Trekking Pole Evolution from $18 poles to $180 Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking poles
Top 10 Best Gear Gifts for the Hiker / Backpacker Under $100
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Top 10 Best Gear Gifts for the Hiker / Backpacker Under $100
Wrapping up the Virginia Triple Crown Loop Day Four and Five McAfee Knob and Tinker Cliffs
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Wrapping up the Virginia Triple Crown Loop Day Four and Five McAfee Knob and Tinker Cliffs
Hiking the Virginia Triple Crown Loop - North Mountain Trail Boy Scout Camp to Andy Layne Trailhead
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Hiking the Virginia Triple Crown Loop - North Mountain Trail Boy Scout Camp to Andy Layne Trailhead
Hiking the Virginia Triple Crown Loop Day One Dragon's Tooth Camp at Boy Scout Camp
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Hiking the Virginia Triple Crown Loop Day One Dragon's Tooth Camp at Boy Scout Camp
Last day in Red River Gorge. Leaving Cloudsplitter and Descending Indian Staircase. INTENSE!
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Last day in Red River Gorge. Leaving Cloudsplitter and Descending Indian Staircase. INTENSE!
Hey JR. You made the right call there, sometimes the hardest thing to do is quit so well done buddy. Great videos, enjoyed them and sure you will be back to complete the JMT one day!
I’m in the market so this was a handy tip to see
Love the gear breakdown man! We hit the trail on Monday! How did all your stuff hold up for you? Using a few of your ideas, and wondering how the MSR pocket rocket faired for you? Have both the JeftBoil micro and Pocket Rocket, and still up in the air on which one to go with!
I LOVE the MSR. Prefer it over the JB. Never had one issue. Super light and fits in the toaks 550
You’re using a Hyperlite pack. Did you have an interest in their bottle pocket?
I have not looked into it. I am really happy with the Zpacks holder. Unless it fails me...I'll stick with it.
Black racers, not venomous but snake bites are bad from any snake, your area only venomous snakes are rattlers and copperhead. Have fun for the love🥾🥾
They were massive. Yes. Indy has a couple threats. Don't see them that often, however.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Thanks for making a tough, but responsible, decision. Even this relatively short section of the JMT is an amazing hike!
I did really enjoy the hike, even though I was feeling like a hat full of ass. I'd do it all over again. The calle as difficult. I want others to know that staying safe (alive) supersedes the view. You can always go back.
2 years later, 2 years since a video, what happened? Everything good? I take it we aren't getting a waterproof test then?
For give me. Life has happened and the channel has had to take a back seat. Fortify before fun. This channel was fun. I may get back into it but for now, please accept my apologies 🙏.
lol …
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Chicken Tramper has, I think 3 different sizes tailored to the bottle you are using. I have the 1L Smart Water size. It's great, effortless one handed operation. The easier it is to get to your water, the better you stay hydrated.
Do you still make videos? I hope so.
I don't currently. I've moved out of the city to a rural community, started a woodworking business on top of working a full-time job. Unfortunately that hasn't llent me much time to hike and produce videos. I would like to get back into it but it may take some time. I did take do some hiking in GA and TN in late February but didn't film it. Just enjoyed the hike. Thank you for asking. It means a lot.
@@JRHikes well, if you’re ever in Los Angeles, I’ll buy you an IPA or 3..
Don't know that I'll get out there any time soon but I'll definitely take you up on that offer 😉
I am wondering if these will fit a different brand of pack or not.
I haven't heard much but the Zpack
Look at the size of that pack 😳
...and?
@@JRHikes and that’s a lot of weight to carry
The size of the pack doesn't determine weight. 😂 That said, I am carrying some 9 lbs of camera gear. Watch the JMT Gear Load Out Video
Well done. You were looking for 150 and now you've 1.59K.
I've been away from my channel for a couple years now and I'm still seeing a slight climb in subscriber count. Life happened. I wish I could get back in it.
Thank you, I was just hesitating between both products ! My choice is made :)
Hi, this is great. Did things change for 2024? I plan on doing a NOBO Thru hike on the JMT starting at Whitney Portal and including a summit of Mt Whitney in the Summer of 2024. This video and the link to the website with the Lottery information both say "Planning to hike Mt. Whitney in 2023" (www.fs.usda.gov/detail/inyo/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5150055). Is the information for 2024 the same as it was in 2023? Does the lottery opens on Feb 1st of 2024 or has it changed? Do the first come first served permits come available on April 22 of 2024? Can you please confirm?
JR - you will be back. Living here in CA and loving these mountains can certainly humble us- immediately. I sense you just need a few good days at elevation and you'll be able to do this again. I'm sure you've had a lot of support and advice about how to prepare for altitude "before" your trip. Electrolytes, lots of water, well before your trip. and I stay away from alcohol before hand too. I'm 61, I long to do the JMT, but have spent time at elevation and climbing mountain roads on bike. It takes a few days to acclimate - even if you've been in the mountains before. You'll be back. I'm sure. :) Love your prep videos. Thank you. p.s. my wife is a migraine sufferer and she too has been at elevation for 30 years and loves it!!
You think you’ll try again?
Yes I would like redemption. Not sure when that will be. But it's not over between us.
Hey I’m on the round the mountain walk we found your note at the mangaehu hut
My note?
@@JRHikes in the mangaehu guest book in the hut it has your yt channel that’s how I found you
@@Shorts4YouOfficial wow. Nice.
Sir thank you for the videos. I am going to the FHT the week after Christmas. I am out of Newport News VA. If you ever want to go hiking thanks
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Failure is how we learn. I made an announcement back in 2017 that I was going to thru hike 500 miles north to south to east to west just to check out Indiana better. Failed 50 miles into it. What I learned....left way too late in the season(started on Labor Day), didn't bring any credit cards and barely any cash, and then I got a nasty case of poison ivy while locating an emergency bathroom in a forest. I am glad I didn't complicate things further by pushing onward. Every fail is a valuable lesson learned, good luck in the future and stop eating sugar 👍
i had the same problem and frustration with the bottle rocket. very very frustrated. now I use it to cary things like energy bars and stuff. another question I have is, why did they put the velcro straps vertical instead of horizontal? I have 4 backpacks and no one has loops to mount the holder vertical. any suggestion?
Ah yes indianas 100 mile wilderness
excellent video
Thank you
excellent video
Thanks 👍
It is easier if you loosen the blue straps before putting the bottle back in the GG bottle rocket. another thing I like about the GG bottle rocket is that I can hang my ball cap from it, when not in use Pass the shock cord thru the back loop of the ball cap and then put the shock cord over the bottle cap as normal.
1 carabiner, 2 cable ties and a loop of shock cord. Cost about £1.
Isn't it more practical to use a classic fold top watertight bag for the sleeping system? I'm looking into pods but having a hard time understanding what I would gain in using a pod instead of my old Sts watertight bag?
I guess it comes down to personal preference. I like the pods as the are for mitted the the Hyperlite pack. Compartmentalized. Very light weight. Again it's all personal preference
Could you fit a full katadyn be free 1L in on of those (with not much effort)?
I'm not sure. In the gossamer gear...no in the Zpacks I'm going to error on the side of no as well because Be Free is not a firm bottle. The plastic disposable bottles (Smart) seem to work best.
Thanks Ya'll!!😅
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great series, great music! I like your spirit and appreciation of the beauty around you!
Thank you. I think editing the video was almost as fun as the hike. Hardest decision I had the make getting off that trail. This Midwest boy wanted so much to complete it.
@@JRHikes I bet it was a brutal decision, but definitely a smart one. The JMT will still be there when you're ready to give it another shot!
What size drawstring stuff sack are you using inside the small pod?
I am pretty sure they are the .3L
WOW INCREASABLE! How much weight did you guys carry! What pack did you use? Who carried the max weight and how much was it? I'm gonna start practicing and hopefully working towards being able to handle 60 pounds 10 miles a day!
I carried a Hyperlite Mountain Gear 3400 Windrider. Maxed, I think I was at 32lbs with fuel and water.
@@JRHikes Nice! How many miles did you manage a day?
Thank you!!! These videos are so helpful. I’m planning on doing this trail next month.
Awesome. I'm glad I could help. Good luck. I'm sure you'll love it. Are you headed eastbound or West?
How did this sleep system work for ya? The only thing I’d wonder about is if the dryer air out here made sub 40 degree weather feel cooler than the more humid air out east/south
I just saw you label the hat as “ugly ass hat” lmao!! You’re a funny guy. Good video man
It did well for me. Most nights I kicke the feet out of the foot box. I LOVE the Tensor (minus the leak fiasco). The pillow NEVER fails and the Enlightened Equipment quilt did amazing
You've got fat fingers and you've got the GG holder situated higher up on your shoulder strap, giving you less mobility to manipulate it. Also, the blue tab at the front top, pull on that and stretch the thing out that way.
I actually have thin lanky fingers; much like my grandfather. And I'll just stop using the GG and remain happy with the ZPacks (no special instructions needed).
Watched every episode JR! Magnificently done! Thank you for sharing your magical journey with Adriana. Speaking of her... Andriana YOU ROCK!!!
I passed the message along to her. She's grateful to her it. It was tough for her to get off trail. She is truly a badass.
Excellent review. I had already settled on the Two for my upcoming hike in March 2023 of the Appalachian Trail. Although I ordered the ground cloth from Gossamer, I preferred another option that is more rugged in design. I just ordered the Tyvek sheet and a nice grommet tool kit to finish the setup. I did order the top shelf for this tent and will try it out along the hike. Looks like it will serve two purposes. A place to store things in the pockets and a place to hang socks and shirts to dry inside the tent.
Fuel canister volume varies by manufacturer. There is a chart somewhere. I prefer a larger canister. Just because I'm in Canada and colder weather.
Just found your video after lots of searching for this specific info on TH-cam. You’re video is one of the only ones I’ve watched that has been the most helpful so far. My husband and I are planing on taking the SOBO route and I’ve been hunting for a video on the hike length, which resupply stops to take, and what 5 days of meals looks like in a bear can. Also your info on VVR SOOOOO helpful! We will be keeping an eye on that. And how you packed your resupply boxes, again so extremely helpful. Thank you so much for this post. This will be our first major hike and getting all this information is a little overwhelming, this video made it less stressful. Thank you!
There should be a few videos in that playlist. Supplies, food, shoes, etc. Did you find all of them? I so glad they were such a big help to you. Check out the hike I did and how it ended for me (5 videos).
I have two HMG packs. Really need to get these pods! Great video!
I just received my Gossamer Gear Bottle Rocket today and installed it on my Osprey Rook 65L pack. I found that the large Smartwater bottle is too wide to fit into the holder without major frustration. I found that the 20oz fits just fine though. I will just have to refill from the larger bottles whenever I stop for a break. This should work for my needs. At least now I have a better option and I can eliminate the need to carry my water bladder.
20 liter bottle? wtf
Was this August 2021? Jeff and Ethan sure look familiar. I can swear we were leapfrogging each other on my 2021 hike on the JMT. A couple guys just their age from so cal. Cheers…
Hey JR, I can relate. I’ve done a few hikes on the JMT, I’ve yet to thru hike it. Two were week long hikes in the Yosemite/TM area. Last summer I hoped to do the whole thing but bailed at Bishop due to equipment failure (lost tent) the altitude kicks my ass as well. I know for a fact I couldn’t do that hike with more than 36 pounds total with food. I’m going to attempt again next summer. Feel your pain, shed your same tears last summer. Don’t give up. A few things I’ll work on next summer to get through the altitude sickness. I know brain fog can bring an end to the hike, losing entire days due to backtracking in the opposite direction, that and losing essential gear on the trail, etc., etc.. someone recommended ginger chews to combat the nausea. I learned eventually that mid day naps helped the tiredness. I get up a 430am start hiking at first light, it’s when I feel the most alert. I will crash at noonish, for an hour or better, bathe and try to eat, then resume. The biggest thing I’ve learned about myself over the last few years of thru hiking is that I am capable of far more than I can ever realize.
Great review! Covers the two things you need ti know: how they attach and what's it like to get the bottle in and out. Thanks!
Great review. My problem with the Zpacks model is that the 1 L bottle I carry sticks up so high it hits me in the face when I turn my head. I am returning the water sleeve for a refund.
Try use a soft flask
I have been using the hyperlite pods for a few weeks on the Camino del Norte. Without overpacking, each pod has a seam that came apart. Crazy high price for subpar quality.
U gave sane gossamer gear sleeve have same exact issue
Tnx for the video. I also have both and GG holder isn't user friendly. The problem with GG as a company is that ALL their products are 5 star reviewed as they don't allow anything below that. I have first hand experience with them ignoring less than stellar reviews That's pretty sneaky and I'm done with them. Zpacks and their bottle holder is all good imo