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Hi. Welcome to my channel.
I enjoy a myriad of things: drinking tea, the 80's, getting out and exploring the outdoors. I also like to dabble in photography and video making. I hope you enjoy following on some of my outdoor adventures.
Thanks for watching and supporting me. If you would like to contribute towards my hikes or something else you can do so via PayPal - www.paypal.me/UptotheHills?locale.x=en_AU However, I truly do just appreciate you watching, your encouraging comments and sharing my videos with others. You are all a truly great bunch of people.
I enjoy a myriad of things: drinking tea, the 80's, getting out and exploring the outdoors. I also like to dabble in photography and video making. I hope you enjoy following on some of my outdoor adventures.
Thanks for watching and supporting me. If you would like to contribute towards my hikes or something else you can do so via PayPal - www.paypal.me/UptotheHills?locale.x=en_AU However, I truly do just appreciate you watching, your encouraging comments and sharing my videos with others. You are all a truly great bunch of people.
Gossamer Gear’s 50L Gorilla and Lite AF’s ECOPAK 40L Curve Review | Packs I used on the CDT
I use two packs on the CDT. Gossamer Gears Gorilla and Lite AF’s 40L ECOPAK Curve. This is what I liked and disliked about each pack.
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Gossamer Gear The One vs Zpack Duplex Lite Tent Review
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I used both Gossamer Gear’s The One and Zpacks Duplex Lite on the CDT. Here are my thoughts on both tents after thousands of miles of use and what I like and dislike about them both. Thumbs up icon - www.flaticon.com/free-icons/clean" title="clean icons" Clean icons created by Smashicons - Flaticon Thumbs down icon - www.flaticon.com/free-icons/thumbs-down" title="thumbs down icons" Thumbs down...
Continental Divide Trail Gear Review | CDT 2024
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Watch me pull stuff out of my pack like Mary Poppins and tell you what gear I used. What failed and what was the bees knees of hiking gear on the CDT.
Entering Canada from the Continental Divide Trail | CDT 2024
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Join me as I wrap up hiking the CDT as I hike across the US/Canadian border at the Waterton monument.
Attempting to make it to Canada before winter | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Twenty
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My final leg of the CDT begins in Glacier National Park and in rain. Can I make it to Canada before winter and the first snowfall of the season comes? Waterton National Park CDT2024
Solo female hikes alone in Grizzly territory on the CDT through the Bob Marshall Wilderness | Chp 19
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I hike into the depths of Grizzly Territory alone as I hope not to become bear fodder in the Bob Marshall Wilderness. CDT2024 Continental Divide Trail Bear Spray icon - www.flaticon.com/free-icons/pepper-spray" title="pepper spray icons"Pepper spray icons created by Freepik - Flaticon Sleeping Bag Icon - www.flaticon.com/free-icons/sleeping-bag" title="sleeping-bag icons"Sleeping-bag icons crea...
Fire on the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter 18
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This was a section of extremes as the first snow for the season fell and then fire erupted on the trail forcing me to change plans as I walked between Anaconda and Augusta on the Continental Divide Trail. Thumbnail Image by pixabay.com/users Saiho from Pixabay
The Bitterroot Mountains live up to their name | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter 19
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What do I have in common with Lewis and Clark? More than I thought, as I travelled through the same area that their expedition went through. Enjoy my trek through the Bitterroot Mountains and Anaconda-Pintler Wilderness Area. Continental Divide Trail CDT2024
Starting again on the CDT| Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Sixteen
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After a bunch of things went wrong in the last section of the CDT I wasn’t in Avery good mindset setting out on this stretch between West Yellowstone and Leadore and needed a reset to get through the next 1000 miles.
When things fail on the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter 14
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As I head out of Dubois towards Yellowstone National Park things go wrong and I’m left trying to put the wheels back on my hike. CDT2024 Thru Hike Continental Divide Trail a href="www.flaticon.com/free-icons/trowel" title="trowel icons"Trowel icons created by Sergei Kokota - Flaticon
Are the Cirque of Towers and Knapsack Col CDT alternates worth it in the Wind River Range? | Chp 14
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I enter back into Wyoming and pick up the trail in the Wind River Range, where I do all the alternates including the Cirque of Towers and Knapsack Col. I let you know what I think of them and if you should do them or stick to the official CDT. Continental Divide Trail.
Farewell and good riddance ruggedly handsome Colorado, it’s time for a Wyoming Cowboy | CDT 2024
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Put the sound up on this one. Editing on trail has its draw backs at times. I encounter a lot of lasts on the trail as I head toward the Colorado/Wyoming border and also experience a lot of amazing generosity from Americans. Continental Divide Trail Colorado Wyoming
Getting High and a Rant at the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Twelve
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Join me as I climb three fourteeners in Colorado, encounter a Moose and Rant at the CDT on the continental divide trail. Mt Massive Mt Elbert Grays Peak Torres’s peak
Trying to avoid Bears and Thunderstorms on the Collegiate West | chapter 11 - CDT 2024
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Hiking through Colorado’s Collegiate West mountains on the CDT which overlaps with the Colorado Trail, while trying to avoid thunderstorms and bears.
A Day in the Life of a Thru Hiker| Eating, Pooping, Hiking | Continental Divide Trail 2024
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Join me for 24 hours on trail through Colorado’s Collegiate West Mountain Range as I sleep, eat, poop, pee and hike.
Vlogging on the CDT and thunderstorms | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Ten
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Vlogging on the CDT and thunderstorms | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Ten
7 Reasons hiking Colorado’s San Juans can be challenging | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter 9
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7 Reasons hiking Colorado’s San Juans can be challenging | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter 9
Heading into Colorado’s San Juan Mountains - Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Eight - CDT 24
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Heading into Colorado’s San Juan Mountains - Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Eight - CDT 24
Is it better to hike Wyoming’s Basin in June or August? | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter 7
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Is it better to hike Wyoming’s Basin in June or August? | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter 7
Snow and Decision time on the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024 | Update One
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Snow and Decision time on the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024 | Update One
The wheels are falling off my CDT hike | Continental Divide Trail 2024, Chapter Six
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The wheels are falling off my CDT hike | Continental Divide Trail 2024, Chapter Six
Almost quit the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Five
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Almost quit the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024 - Chapter Five
What sucks the soul from you more than a Dementor on the CDT? | CDT 2024, Chapter Four
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What sucks the soul from you more than a Dementor on the CDT? | CDT 2024, Chapter Four
Fear mongering on the CDT. Is the Gila River too dangerous to cross? | CDT 2024, Chapter Three
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Fear mongering on the CDT. Is the Gila River too dangerous to cross? | CDT 2024, Chapter Three
Can the parched desert on the CDT be conquered? | Continental Divide Trail 2024, Chapter Two
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Can the parched desert on the CDT be conquered? | Continental Divide Trail 2024, Chapter Two
Dusty, Dry, Desolate and Death on the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024, Chapter One
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Dusty, Dry, Desolate and Death on the CDT | Continental Divide Trail 2024, Chapter One
Where does the CDT start? (and how I got there) - Continental Divide Trail Southern Terminus edition
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Where does the CDT start? (and how I got there) - Continental Divide Trail Southern Terminus edition
How to Prepare and Train for a Thru Hike
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How to Prepare and Train for a Thru Hike
West to East on the Larapinta Trail, 10 day, solo hike
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West to East on the Larapinta Trail, 10 day, solo hike
With a Commonwealth passport I wouldn't have even thought about it.
Newest GG One is using sil-PU rather than sil-poly, which should help prevent the water weight. It’s a no-brainer that the Duplex Light is the superior choice. But with the price being more than three times expensive, the DuplexL is out of reach for most occasional hikers or hikers on a budget.
We enjoyed following your hike. Maybe I missed it but what was your backpack? Did it hold up well? The side pocket was huge and could fit your tent - wow. Did having something so large on the side throw your weight off when hiking?
mostly the Gossamer Gear Gorilla. And no weight on the side was fine as they appear bulky but are pretty light weight. having full water bottles in the side pockets threw the weight distribution off more than the tent.
The Liteaf 46L Curve has load lifters if you ever manage to wear out your 40L. There are also other cottage gear companies that you can get hip belt pockets to add to yours via the webbing chain. It's a great pack!
Thanks for this video. And what about the Zpacks Ultra arc Haul ? Do you try it before opting for the new one ?
I have a friend with the zpacks pack but haven’t tried it myself.
I’ve always been a gorilla guy myself!
A most useful video. I'm hoping to buy a new rucksack for next year's season and have been looking at the Gorilla,. The two dislikes, the scuffing problem, and the wet getting through, have persuaded me to look elsewhere. I hike in the UK and we have lots of wet weather. At present I have a Nigor 50L made from Dyneema, it's light, tough and comfortable but unfortunately, the company I think has gone out of business. However I do know what I like, in terms of design and what I will look for again, one big area to pack, a large pocket on the back, two side pockets and two belt pockets, etc, but this time 40L sounds much better size. I can never fill my 50L and because of this it always feels a bit floppy. Thanks again for all of your videos, I've enjoyed every one.
excellent video
Nice review. I used the duplex lite this summer for two weeks. I was super happy with it.
As always another informative video. I never knew there was so much to consider 😂 I’ll be sure to revisit this when we decide to buy a tent ⛺️
somehow, I’m not sure you guys will ever be in the market for a hiking tent 😆
I’m way behind, but wanted to tell you how much I admire you! You’re such a strong hiker and have such a great attitude! I’ve learned quite a bit from your videos, and I’m sure you have inspired others like you’ve inspired me! Thank you for sharing your journey!
Thanks so much. So glad you find the videos encouraging.
Thanks
I really like hearing about your daily routine.... thanks
Beautiful video of your adventure through the Gila.
Great video!
Thanks!
I loved watching your journey, and I feel so lucky to be able to watch this gear review. I am literally in tears amazed at how intimidating, strong, knowledgeable, honest, genuine, and hardworking you are. You are inspirational, aspirational, and just amazing. I'm sure you know that already, but I gotta say it anyway... I'm pretty sure I missed my chance to do what you do, and you did it alone! When people came and went, you kept to the trail!! Flipped up when you needed to and kept going. Can I say I'm proud of you on behalf of women everywhere??? Maybe I'll get to sectioning parts of various thru hikes, but until then, I love your story!! And I feel close enough to your aura space having tested my own gear to actually understand what your opinions about your gear means... it's directly helpful. It's directly personal. You can't buy wisdom and guidance that you have and shared. So thank you, Kez... I'm a little emotional, yes, but what you accomplished was emotionally a lot, too. Just..so. wow!! ❤❤
Thank you so much. It is comments like yours that make taking the time to film and edit videos worth it. I’m so glad you were able to come along for the journey. I hope that you get to also experience the trail in whatever way is possible for you. I found it helpful once I discovered that there is no perfect time to do big things that are outside the ordinary life. There are always valid reasons not to do them, so you just need to set a date to do the thing and start working towards making it happen. Everything will slowly fall into place around that decision.
Very thorough gear review Kez!
Thanks! 👍
Love the kookaburra in the background 🙂
I’m a little late to the party. I only found your channel recently but have watched every CDT vlog. This is another great video that surprised me because it was over so quickly. I looked at the play time and couldn’t believe it was 30 minutes. Not a slow or boring spot from start to finish. You should have a million followers!! If you were to hike the CDT again is there anything you would add??
I’m so glad you enjoyed the videos. I don’t think I would add anything but I would exchange a few things for a lighter version. lighter rain pants for one and maybe sleeping mat. once I got a new warmer sleeping bag the higher r value mat was probably over kill, but it was free from a friend so I stuck with it.
I may have typed this before, but as an older person still hiking (79) who's hearing is not as good as it was, I find your speech speed so easy to listen to. For me it's clear and I very much appreciate that you are not into 'umms and haas,' and using the word 'like' in every sentence. Were you a teacher in your previous life?
Thanks. I try not to umm, but they do slip in there occasionally. Close, youth leader so lots of public speaking with that.
I too use Tyvek, a great material, I use mine like you do, and I use it when I fancy an afternoon nap. Your hiking sign is a good idea, I'd never thought of that one. I too have the pillow problem, but these days I fold a pillow case over my 'blow up' and stuff unused clothing inside. It improves my sleeping no end.
Great tip! I will need to try that.
I always watched your videos in the morning, whilst having my first cup of tea of the day, and my bowl of muesli. The videos passed too quickly for me.
Thank you for sharing your gear review! Everyone misses your wonderful videos. It may be your personality-anyone could hike with you! Best of luck in any upcoming hikes. Please come back to the US to do more hikes!
There are so many more hikes I’d love to do in the US. I would love if I got the opportunity to come back and do a few of them.
Surely enjoyed following you on your journey. I wish and pray for you great success in your future!!
Thank you so much!
Alyce Cliffs
Casimir Mount
Turner Light
Congrats! Great clips thank you ❤❤
Delaney Viaduct
Your video with the moose buddies blocking the trail was great. You likely knew this but, It’s good that you kept your distance from the moose. They will freight train you if they feel threatened or worse stomp you to death sometimes. Yearly more people are injured by moose than bears.
Mohr Track
I really enjoyed watching your videos and your lovely personality, even when things were quite sodden! Congratulations!
Thanks. I do feel like I was sodden a bit! 😂
Antonia Plaza
Congratulations,I've really enjoyed following you along on your trip..go well in everything that you do :)))
Thanks so much! 😊
Congrats! You've done a great job telling the story of your big hike.
Thank you.
Door politiek naïef stemgedrag hebben de Canadezen hun eigen land verwoest.
Will miss you! You have such a wonderful attitude!!!! Was that the Kootnai river?
YOU DID IT 🎉 how do you rate poutine??
How can you go wrong with cheese and gravy on chips! 😂
Geez Kez, I was having brekkie when...what the heck was going on with those chips ..came on😮 give a bloke some warning next time😅 What’s next ? The Te Araroa Trail? Happy trails wherever they lead.
Congratulations on your achievement. I must admit I do like hitch-hiking, have done it since the 1960s, and have never had a bad lift. Its such a useful skill to have when hiking.
Congratulations! Your journey was so enjoyable to watch. Loved your positive attitude. Wish I could do that! Such beautiful videos, I’m watching again!
What a great journey! Thank you for sharing it all with us!
Liked 👍 and subscribed , beautiful videos!!!
Thank you for sharing your Epic Sojourn!
Congratulations! You are ALWAYS welcome in the US anytime!! We love having you!!
Thank yo so much.
Just caught up on your last several videos -- CONGRATULATIONS!!! After the (often) misery that was NM, I cannot applaud your fortitude enough - flip-flops, mosquitos, constant rain/thunder storms, lonely sections - congrats again for seeing it thru!! Truly an inspiration. Hot Mess and I may give it a go again some day :) - Thanks so much for the great videos - really enjoyed following along! - Butters
I do have to say that when I saw you guys drinking wine in Europe on instagram I was like ‘what the heck am I doing? I should be doing that instead!’ 😂 Hope our paths might cross on another trail some day 😊
Congratulations!
Did it take a long time to get home? For me, that's the worst part of finishing a hike, the time it takes to back to where I live. I'm not keen these days about how long it takes to get to the beginning of a hike either. These days as an older hiker I've started to walk from airport to airport. I recently hiked from Geneva Airport to Lyon Airport, next spring my plan is to hike from Bordeaux to Toulouse Airport. All the very best to you.
great works!! wow wonderful video.Incredible hike and beautiful footage.Thank you for sharing this amazing video.Cheers 🥂 from Japan🐶💞💞😉👍
Amazing congratulations!
Thank you!! I hope that you enjoyed watching 😊