To Measure a Mile | A Pacific Crest Trail Documentary
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 พ.ย. 2020
- On May 19, 2018, three friends set out from the Mexican border on a 2,650 mile journey to hike to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). This is their story. Unscripted, raw … a look into the wild, strange, beautiful lifestyle of a 5-month thru-hike across America.
Shot and edited by Chris “Rad” Carter
Shot on Sony a6000
Follow my 2021 thru hike of the CDT and AT on the gram: @chriscarter146
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Traversing some of the most stunning, remote wilderness and landscapes of California, Oregon and Washington, sharing beauty with the John Muir Trail in the Sierras, and climbing amongst the jagged Cascade Range in the PNW, the 2,650-mile PCT is truly unique in its diversity and majesty. Backpacking and exploring the trail is a privilege we often take for granted, and wouldn’t be possible without the tireless efforts of the Pacific Crest Trail Association (www.pcta.org), which has been developing, protecting and advocating for the PCT since 1977. They are the glue that binds the trail together, and are responsible for thousands of hiker's dreams coming true. If you feel led, please head to this link (www.pcta.org/donate/#donate) and think about supporting them in one way or another so they can continue to make the trail accessible for everyone, and protect the natural wonder it takes us through.
Happy trails, wherever they take you!
I can’t believe you included me in your fabulous ( my favorite) PCT documentary. You are more than generous. I still treasure the framed pictures you gave me. I love you both and hope our paths cross again some time. I will love you both forever . Love, Mama Bear 🐻
MAMA BEAR. I was hoping you would see this at some point! Thank you for the role you played in this journey, and for helping us get over one of our lowest points on trail. You are such a light of joy, much love from Rad and Bugs!
I'M thankful for you, TOO, for being his Mama Bear when I could not!
Well done Maman Bear
Good of you...
People like you are going to heaven. Thanks for what you do. I thought of you and hoped you would be rewarded for your kindness to this incredible voyage.
True angel ♡
As a photographer and someone who dreams of hiking the PCT, this doc was an incredibly inspirational journey. Truly film festival material. Thanks for helping keep the spark of my own dreams alive!
Thanks Adam super kind of you!
You are do right.
I've watched every Pct documentary I can find and lived vicariously through everyone who has completed this extraordinary journey. Nothing has touched me quite like your film and the way you've so elegantly captured the essence of a thru hike and the significance of the people who helped make your journey. Simply amazing and a privilege to have watched.
Nick I appreciate the encouragement man, thanks for sharing. Stoked you resonated with it so deeply!
I don't know why, but when you were crying on the last mile I was crying with you. The images, colors and emotions you captured really were superb and incredibly inspiring - thank you for sharing!
Me too. I walked on my treadmill while watching this 😂. It’s amazing and beautiful
Same.
I was too, and I agree that his coverage of his journey was beautiful, poetic and compelling. I am more than impressed and moved by his persistence and strength! Doing a video blog of the experience for months in addition to the hiking, cooking, setting up camp and dealing with injuries, adds so much more work, effort and focus. THANK you for sharing this loveliness with us.
One of the best pct documentary i've watched.
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The best
Yes. This is the best thru hike movie I have ever watched. So well done. Great music soundtrack used and probably cost a bundle to use. The key to why it was so good was the focus on the stories of the individual people on the journey. I got a huge surprise to see Ali (Road runner) feature as a main character in this story as she is an acquaintance of mine in Australia and I knew she had hiked the pct in 2018. So great to see part of her journey. It was worth the 1-2 years to edit this to get this sort of quality engagement. That is what it takes to produce this level of professional content. Well done Chris. Blue Boy
@@BlueBoyBackpacking thanks man, and that's awesome you know Road Runner, what a small world!
@@chriscartermedia Small world indeed. After watching some footage of her, I now know why she has the trail name road runner - she runs down the hills like the road runner cartoon bird.... Classic.
This comment section warms my soul in a way I've never felt before. I'm 31, and I long to find even a portion of the love shown in these comments!
I'm a current senior at the school you went to and just watched this as a Dorm (Mbega). This left us speechless yet so much questions and thoughts. Impressed by your motivation and the desire to carry out your childhood dream is just so inspiring and a great example for us. And it once again reminded me how infinitely majestic God and His creation is and His faithfulness to us. He is the God who provides and the God who lead. Thank you so much for sharing this incredible journey!
Hey Jimin, love that! Stoked you guys played it at Mbega and the message of God's majesty came through. Appreciate the kind words.
You're so kind, Jimin! I love the connections I'm finding on here!
I would sit in my room as a 14 yr old boy with BackPacking Magazine and stare at the pictures of the Sierra Wilderness dreaming one day I would find myself there looking out of my tent at the beauty all around. I’m 59 yrs old now. Thank you for your marvelous documentary. You rekindled the flame of a life long dream.
Wow Mark thank you for sharing that. I'm glad you resonated with it, and that it inspired you! I hope you get the chance to fulfill that childhood dream one day. Those mountains changed my life.
Just go Mark
I ‘m 68 years old and to young to die.
@@BikerHarryNL love it.
What a humbling travel.
Turning teens into philosophers.
And the Oscar goes to...Chris Carter!
Thanks man for this awesome film and the incredible storytelling. On of the best videos I've ever watched on TH-cam.
No FKT's, no records...just a story about the true spirit.
Thank you very much!
All the best...stay safe!
Greetings from Germany
Steve
My guy 🙏🙏
So Well done! I'm a 58 year old Canadian male (yup part of the endangered species) Thank you so much for posting this. The humanity, and uplifting effect , during the sad covid shutdown at Christmas is literally a much needed gift. I have watched quite a few of these in the last couple of years and this was easily one of the best. Thank you again!
Thanks Gary, I'm stoked you liked it! The Covid shutdown has definitely made me miss this lifestyle and the open trail.
Perfect documentary! I've recently fallen in love with the PCT through films like this one. I've never thru hiked but I know now that I have to one day I don't know how or when but I simply have to it stirs something in my soul watching content like this
A truly outstanding video. Your writing, narration, filmography, editing are truly superb. I've seen many PCT videos, yours stands out giving the essence of the trials, tribulations and the truly amazing scenery. I'd nominate this for a film award if possible.
ditto! all of the above. incredibly beautiful. thank you for taking the time and sharing your gift.
I really enjoyed this. He should be a mini series or a movie. You have a wonderful 👍 voice. May the peace 🕊️ of Christ surround you and all who watch this.
'Epic' doesn't express what you captured, Chris. This experience is now officially on my bucket list when I retire from the military in a few years thanks to how you captured this. To the 17 'thumbs down'-get your heads checked. From just the editing/cinematography of this to capturing the emotions during the experience, no other way to put it than 'well done!'
Haha thanks for the kind words, I really appreciate it! Best of luck to you, I hope you get to pursue that dream some day, and thank you for your service!
j k I began in the Fall of 2018. My military experience (USMC infantry) made some of the life much more easy for me than for many hikers half my age, BUT there were things I still had to learn.
Kit weight and logistics required a serious adjustment. You are on your own (some exceptions obviously), and that is a different dynamic than the team effort of military operations. Also, military gear tends to be ruggedized/heavy duty which = too heavy for daily long miles. Compromises have to be made. I still do not like flimsey gear, but the load has to be manageable. I don't go with the flimsey popular hiker footwear, and I carry "camp shoes", a good survival kit, etc. (Extra weight), but I minimize on my shelter by using a small tarp and/or a bivy top (I cut out the bottom, zipper and snaps). I have minimized my first aid, and I have worked toward more dual-purpose gear/clothing options such as a lightwight raincoat that doubles as a windbreaker (not ideal for either, but it works).
My biggest recommendations for long hikers (long in days out no less than long in distance covered) is nothing new, but I still see far too many hikers who miss the point (which is ok as a personal choice, but still sad imo).
I simply recommend to not forget:
It's about the journey, not the destination
Cold Kills,
Nature is Neutral, and
Mountains Don't Care
I learned that last part a few years back from an old Eagle Scout/Scout Master.
@@treebeardtheent2200 I look forward to carrying lighter, more functional equipment! I'm USMC infantry as well, and while some of our gear has improved in function over the decades, the weight surely has not-or we simply carry too much for short missions out of irrational fear of the 'worst'! Tracking on having to sort out log support and travelling light to better chances of finishing something like this or any multi-day hike. Hear you on footwear; I've never used any minimalist shoe and surely won't w/ my feet now! I've latched onto a saying I've heard from civ hikers-'you carry what you fear'-and for me, that's something 'comfortable' to sleep on and chow!!-so I'm figuring out how to to shave some ounces/lbs for a sleeping mat that will hold up (or rely on a hammock), and not eat all my PB and nutella the day after a re-supply! S/F
I'm in agreement with lots of people who think this needs a bigger audience. Having hiked a bunch of the pictures, it was like seeing an old friend..... The bridge over the Columbia, the Oregon/Washington marker ....the rain, the rain...and the.... anyway lol. Great movie, the snow we hit near Stevens pass nearly stopped us, it was cool to see you guys push through everything... Hiking is a mind game, you guys kick@$$!! Thanks. :)
Appreciate the kind words Vinny!
To Measure A Mile; To Measure A Life. Thank you for reminding us how important the natural & wide world is to all of us!
I'm 30 years old with kids. I did small hikes between 5 and 50 miles as a teenager. before I watched this video last month I had not hiked for over 10 years. This video just came up in my suggested videos and now I am planning the john muir trail and others! Well done video! I am so happy I am back into hiking. I hike 5 to 10 miles every day in Tucson AZ.
Chris, EPIC video. One of THE BEST I have seen in my 9 years of following hikers on the PCT... it brought back many memories... I attempted this hike in 2012 (heart issue kicked me off) and in 2017 (micro fractures and then giardiasis kicked me off). You story telling is amazing... your video pro level... this is an amazing documentary... Thank you for sharing your experience, journey and thoughts.... Cheers man...
Man Steve I really appreciate the kind words! I'm stoked that it resonated with you and brought back some good memories. I'm sorry to hear that injuries prevented you from finishing before, but any time spent in those mountains is life-changing!
Few things...
1) This film was insightful, thought provoking, and elicited emotion that I didn't think it would going in.
2) I love the rawness of this. Everyone brags about FKTs, gear weight, etc. This film broke away from that and focused on just what the experience really is, not planning and gear, but struggle, triumph, and friendship (with both humans and Nature herself)
3) This Spotify playlist is now one of my go-to listens for a feel-good pick me up. Stellar musical choices!
4) F*#king KUDOS!!! You rocked this trail!!!!!!
Maybe we'll see ya 'out there'
Much gratitude,
Molly Lou
Appreciate the kind words Molly 🙏🙏
Can't believe a gem of a content like this is available for free on TH-cam.
This video is just phenomenal.
Hey Chris, congratulations on finishing the PCT and on producing such a wonderful documentary. (My favorite) Also, thank you for every time you stopped to pull out your camera when every part of your body and mind didn’t want to!
Thanks Tim I appreciate the kind words. And thanks for recognizing that haha, it’s a struggle at times but also capturing the world around you helps take your mind off the monotony, and focus on the artistic side of creation.
The narration is like a poem praising how wonderful the nature is
I’m actually in awe. I am a Life Scout, I hike/camp/backpack all over Yosemite, Kennedy Meadows, etc. I have loved the outdoors from a young age, and you have captured the emotion experienced on the trail, the friends, and everything. Great job, keep it up!!
Every pct video I watch makes me insanely emotional. I cried when you started crying at the last mile and I have never done a through hike, I can only imagine the feelings you described. Truly bitter sweet. I hope to do this one day.
Absolutely the BEST Pacific Crest Trail movie! You inspired me! It made me feel like I was there! It made me want to BE THERE! Wow! Thank you so much for whatever it took to create this! It was wonderful!
You're the best!!
this trail almost killed me twice, in 2003 and in 2020, what I like about this is that this video shows the upside and the down sides of the trail, this video was inspirational! You guys are rad!
Thank you for making this. Cried at the end. Never be ashamed to cry when you feel things this important.
Fifteen minutes in and I'm spellbound. I've already in my head quit the 9-to-5, will be leaving for the Mexico border ASAP.
Did you take the leap?
@@RubGeeBoi In my head, yes! I did an awesome interview with Chris. It's one of our most popular episodes ever: www.buzzsprout.com/268133/7420984 I'll be filming with him when he comes through my town during his AT hike, interview, drone shots and the like.
@@EverestMystery great listen, keep it up!
@@RubGeeBoi truly honored, thank you!
Incredible capture of the true spirit of long distance hiking, felt like I was there (again).
This is Mosey, I was about 5 days ahead of you at Tuolumine Meadows. Since you were doing much bigger days than I, we probably crossed paths somewhere around Tahoe. EMT, pronounced "Empty" and I took a zero in South Lake Tahoe. I was solo when I got to the Hat Creek Rim and had hiked through smoke since leaving the half way point. That night I stayed at the Burney Guest Ranch and the next morning it was so smoky that I decided to flip to Washington, that was August 9th. Knowing that there were still trail closures in and around the northern terminus I started SOBO from Stevens Pass on August 26 and hiked to the Columbia where I finally left the trail for the season. I tried again in 2019 but injured my back near San Jacento and left the trial after trying to get well off the trail for 5 days. I August 2019 I went back to Burney and sectioned the rest of California and then on to Willamette Pass where once again I left the trail and went home. We all know how 2020 went, no hiking. This year, 2021, I'm planning to go back to Willamette Pass and go to the northern terminus. I have such a longing for the trail and your film reenforced my love of through hiking. Hope to finish the trail this year but I still long to go back to Campo, once again, and complete the journey in one season. Wishing everyone, Happy Trails. "Mosey"
From time to time I find something that reminds me of the simple beauty of walking. I too am a thru-hiker. The indelible mark it leaves draws a new line as to what I can do and what I want to do. Thank you for sharing your story.
"The joy of the adventure lies more in the community than the landscapes you travel through and that a journey is measured more in friends you make than the miles you travel" Well done Chris.
Michael I appreciate it man, and I'm stoked you resonated with it!
This documentary made me laugh, smile, cry, and experience every other emotion, that I can’t describe with words. Movie is absolutely brilliant in terms of filmography, but what made me hooked from the very beginning is that you captured life in a way that it actually is. Sometimes simple, sometimes tough, and mostly unpredictable.
Thank you for inspiring, I can’t wait to measure my own miles!
Thanks for the kind words Anastasia.
Absolutely epic video bro! Thanks for the inspiration to continue to make memories with my family doing dadventures!
I'm now 18 and I've always wanted to hike the pct. I've watch thousands of videos on people's journey and yours has to one of the most spectacular I've seen.
Keep that dream alive.
I agree with Chip Carters comment, absolutely the best trail movie. I just finished watching and I am bummed its over. I have got to say I felt all your emotion at the end. From the desert, to rock climbing, to the winter challenges up in the Cascades. What a journey!
I really appreciate it man, I'm stoked you resonated with it!
This is an ABSOLUTELY fantastic documentary! Honestly the footage you captured is stunningly incredible - and your description of everything is just so so so so good!!! I loved everything about this! I’ve been obsessed with learning about thru hiking - and so have watched a ton of videos….and this by far is the best!! Thank you so much. I’m EVEN more inspired now!!
The kindness of that woman at 10-12 minutes is beyond generous
I've watched countless PCT thru-hike documentaries and this by far will go down as one of my top 5 videos. Very well-done, thought-out production. Also, very inspirational journey with many highs, lows and heart-felts short stories mixed within. Very much enjoyed watching it and sharing the journey you'al went on.
Beautiful! I'm a hiking video junkie and have watched everything I can on the PCT and CDT. This is among the best. Thoughtfully narrated, shot and edited, you captured both the physical beauty of this adventure and the emotional challenge of the accomplishment. Well done and congratulations on your feat.
Thanks Nicholas I appreciate the kind words man! Stoked you resonated with it.
One of the most captivating things I've ever watched. A real inspiring documentary that makes you want to get up and make it happen. Much Respect from South Africa
Boy howdy,...I lost it when you let go with the flow of emotions coming to your conclusion. I felt as though I was right beside you, having lived in Mazama Washington for years and working for the Okanogan Forest Service, I planted some foot prints on the PCT many a times at maintaining the trails, and could say I felt the presence of all that were light miles and moments to their goal. Thank you for this journey, the narrative journey as well as the physical journey. You should feel so very proud.
WOW... not sure if exist a word/s to describe such a master piece! mind blowing and just perfect! thanks!! greetings from an Argentinian in USA!
All the feels of a professional documentary. Beautiful cinematography and editing, but above all, captivating storytelling. Had to sit down and look at a calendar after this to see when a PCT thru hike might be possible for me.
Stoked this inspired you to dream of a thru, hope it works out for you!
Eish Bongoolio! This is too good! So stoked I got to share some of this gnarly and amazing adventure with you! This is legendary brother!
Eh bwana, I appreciate that! Thankful for you and the role you played in this trip!
Beautiful motion pictures! congrats for this amazing achievement and thank you very much for sharing!
The photography in this video, & quality of editing... just magnificent. Tugging at my heart... Thanks & Bless you. Keep walkin!
Watching this documentary was one of the most surreal experiences I've had. As an ardent hiker myself, this is my ultimate bucket list. I'm from India, miles away...I don't know how but someday I'm gonna do this ! Cheers to fellow hikers !!
Appreciate the kind words, hope you get the chance to make it out here, you won't regret it.
Glad my son, Jonathan, sent me this link. Awesome job on the video. I was hooked from the jump! I laughed, I cried... From someone not overly familiar with the PCT, it was enjoyable learning and it really captured the journey well without overly drawing it out. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Thanks Chris I appreciate it, glad you resonated with it!
Also I’m a huge fan of your son haha! Just realized you are Jonathan Chapman’s Dad, love the dude tons.
@@chriscartermedia LOL! We have that in common! I'm proud to be his dad.
@@chrischapman3707 you should be!
Have never done a thru-hike and honestly not much hiking. Was introduced to the PCT by Dixie/ homemade Wanderlust and have watched several other documentaries on it, but this is by far the best one I've ever seen! Thanks for the inspiration.
One of the best hiking videos I’ve ever watched. As an older hiker (67) you realize that some journeys may be out of reach, but others replace them. Like you say towards the end, there are different miles . . . each of us has our own challenge, our own thing to do. Do it.
This is.. one of THE BEST SOLO PRODUCED DOCUMENTARIES that I have seen in a long time!!! Fabulous RAD man!!! Amazingly consistent lighting and color balance composed in the midst of one of the world's most challenging feats leaving me wondering just how precious this gift was to be given to you by the almighty. Thank you for sharing brother -_- : - )
Man, really appreciate it Stephen. The journey truly was a gift.
Wow...so glad I found this video of your journey. Such a great narration and what a fantastic job capturing what it is truly like to hike the PCT. My daughter and I were about a month ahead of you, April 18 to September 18. It is amazing how hard we can push our bodies but the time shared with others along the way and the sense of accomplishment is worth every bit of pain and suffering. Our hike of the PCT will always be a fond memory of such an incredible journey,
Thanks Mike! You said it well, the payoff from the relationships and personal growth is worth every painful step.
It made me cry. “If you can put your mind and heart in it, you can do anything.” ❤
It’s such an amazing documentation of their personal experience I haven’t come across any of such thing. Great work guys!!
Chris....that was one hell of good trail doc you created. You managed to cram your joinery into a 1:15:41. That was probably harder the the hike itself....lol ... Thanks for the laughter and most importantly calming some fears. With my start date of April 6th 2022 and out of all the prep I have done thus far that 1:15:41 restored my confidence and remind me as to why i am doing it .....cheers brother....
Chris B. Yucca Valley, CA
Underrated video
Beautiful account of their trip. I would pay to watch this in a movie theatre.
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Great storytelling, beautiful footage! Thank you for taking us with you on the adventure, it was quite the treat
Appreciate it man! Recently watched your doc as well you freaking killed it. Such a wild year to thru hike!
@@chriscartermedia Yes it was just all of a sudden. Fingers crossed for the future and a return!
@@andreasurne8437 best of luck to you my friend! Hope you get another shot at your dream.
Wow! Best hiking documentary video.. Amazing! Congratulations and great job on your video!
Appreciate it Jason!
What a beautiful film! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks Connie!
Lad this was unreal!! I'm planning on running/walking the length of Ireland for a fundraiser in the coming months and this has given me so much inspiration, It wont be any where near 2,600 miles but I think it will light a fire to go bigger! Keep doing you Chris! Much love from Ireland
Colin I appreciate it man 🙏 That sounds like a wild adventure, best of luck to you!
Simply put, I can't believe how good this doc was. Bravo, and thank you!
Brought the raw emotions of the trail to life, quite the film right here. Journey of a lifetime!
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I have watched your documentary several times ...And I always cry along with you at the end of your journey.
Hey, Chris! A well done saga of the PCT! Can't even guess at how many hours of PCT vids I've watched over the past 8-ish years. But yours was worth waiting for! In '18 I was up at Rainy Pass about 10 days with TM, and met hikers from probably 15 different countries, but my last day, yes, due to weather, was Sept 23. I heard rumors that some were still trying to get to the border, and hoping all survived! Noticed you were using an MSR stove... my uncle was an engineer/machinist and he and his boss were also Seattle Mountaineers. His boss established MSR, and between them designed and built the first MSR 'tulip cup' stove, and tested climbing equipment from around the world. Of course others were involved as well in field testing, etc. I still have one of the prototype stoves. Don't get out on trail much as a hip and knee are complaining, but great to see these vids! Thanks! As I tell hikers I meet, my goal is to hike every trail on Earth.... post Armaggedon! Take care! Skagit Ed (Ska(j)it is the county you were in at Rainy Pass)
Hey Ed! Man I really appreciate the kind words and encouragement, that means a lot. That's so cool you were up on Rainy Pass that September, we would have come a little after you were there. Charging forward after the pass was a gamble, but I'm glad we decided to go for it, and made it safely for the most part. Thats an awesome story about your uncle. I have been an MSR fan for years and have enjoyed reading some of the company's history, so wild he played a role in getting it off the ground! Just bought the new Pocket Rocket for the CDT and I'm stoked. Cheers man!
What an incredible journey. Thanks for sharing 👣
This was REALLY well done. What an adventure and thanks for sharing it with me on video!
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You and your fellow PCT thru hikers displayed the absolute peak of human endurance. Your vlog is superbly recorded in every sense and I am amazed that you all kept hiking through all kinds of extreme physical adversity. I hope you all recovered fully and hope to see you again when you thru hike once more.
Really appreciate the kind words Raymond! We fully recovered well for the most part haha, and are gearing up for another hopeful thru of the CDT next year 🤞
Thank you Chris for sharing all the way form Saudi Arabia. one of the best PCT movie very inspiring i can not wait to get my feet on PCT in 2021
Thanks so much Mohammed, super stoked you are going to get on the trail. Best of luck to you my friend!
This might be my favorite thru-hiking documentary... and I’ve seen A LOT. Awesome job. Turns out we may have been backpacking in Yellowstone at the same time. I was there for a multi-day trip on the Yellowstone River Trail from 6/18 - 6/22. Anyway, best of luck on the remainder of your CDT/AT thru-hike. Happy trails!
This is one of the best PCT documentary I’ve watched. I’ve been saving for a PCT thruhike attempt in 2022 or 2023. I have had my doubts over the past year and a half as it has taken away hiking in general; besides my vacation time and holidays. I’ve been struggling without hiking in my life. This documentary gave me hope and got me excited for a attempt in a few years.
Thanks for the kind words Ryan! Hope you get to give it a shot at some point.
This is one of a coolest things I have ever seen on internet.
Awesome! Truly the inside story that the other videos about the PCT never seem to reveal.
Thanks Dovie, stoked you resonated with it!
An absolute feat. Many tumultuous miles but incredibly rewarding. Thanks for fueling my enthusiasm for the trail. It is a pleasure to come across such high quality documentation. Vlogs have their place but this had the HEART of a film. Amazing!
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Hi Chris, this is going to be my favorite documentary for the rest of my life. It makes me so happy to know that you accomplished this lifelong dream. I am from Nicaragua and I dream of being able to hike through the PCT, though it doesn't seem likely at the moment. Your adventure made me feel like I was there with you guys the whole time.
Your documentary of the PCT inspires. Your narration is so descriptive and easy to listen too. So amazing! Your cinematography is just pure art and what a great soundtrack to put with it. Hoping you do more documentaries, because this one leaves us wanting more. Also, loved seeing your friends on the trail and the tour of "the house". This is a gorgeous film.
Thanks for the kind words Pamela, glad you enjoyed it!
I now know why people were drawn to watching my videos of me thru hiking this year...
Because watching your video gave me such a visceral feeling. All the emotions I had on trail just came flooding back. My heart feels so full.
Thank you for sharing your story ❤️
Stoked you resonated with it Jesse!
The best PCT documentary out there!
It deserves a lot more views.
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You should also do CDT. It would make a great movie.
@@taavettuisk8539 I’m hoping to do the CDT next year, and plan on documenting that too!
I have watched so many PCT videos as a sort of wanderlust for my go in 2022 but your video was by far the best. Thank you for filming all of this and keeping the inspiration going for us future hikers!
Thanks Natalie, super kind of you🙏🙏 Best of luck to you!
Rad! Soo many beautiful people(and views) in this incredible film. Thanks for putting this in the world for our eyes and hearts. Might be one of the best PCT films to date.
Photo-op! My guy, thank you for the kind words. We had a solid year of beautiful hikers to share the adventure with for sure.
An unforgettable experience that's worth more than anyrhing you can own Great adventure.
Enjoyed this doccie very much. I find these days that making the time to create such wonderful experiemces and memories is becomming much harder. Being stuck in the rat race I crave being in nature. What a way to do it. Thanks for sharing your experience. (South Africa)
One of the best PCT documentaries EVER!
I can’t explain how much I loved this documentary film! And how much I made completely clear my wish of doing the PCT someday! It looks extremely tough but worth it 1000% So extremely beautiful!!!! Your storytelling is amazing and all the work done in every aspect is incredible! Bravo and thank you!!! Congratulations on having achieved it and have done such a wonderful and breathtaking video! Blessings!!!! 🙌❤️
I really appreciate it, thanks for the kind words. Keep that dream alive and good luck to you!
To be an extreme hiker, a well versed narrator with a creative eye, and a skilled editor... you produced gold! This is hands down the best thru-hiking documentary I've had the pleasure of viewing and I'm hoping it helps me find my tone as I write about my experience on the AT (2020 NOBO). I agree 100% this all comes down to mind over matter. The body can do amazing things if your mind allows it. Cheers, Chris!
Appreciate the kind words man means a lot!
This is my all time favorite PCT documentary. Your narration made it wonderful. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us. Hike On!!!
Thanks tons Jason! Stoked you enjoyed it.
Truly a remarkable documentary. I have watched so many of these -- TOO many perhaps -- and as so many have rightly proclaimed, this is a true gem. I'm a newly minted retiree, about to turn 63, and following in your footsteps. I'm beginning the JMT this August, and am dreaming about how to manage the PCT next summer. I'll never hike 35 miles a day (or 80!) but your video makes clear that anything is possible with fortitude and belief in yourself. Thank you for sharing your adventure, your trail family, and your insights.
Well I thought I had watched the best there was of the PCT, after Elina Osborne. But man you absolutely nailed it. Beautifully narrated through out. Soooo deep and meaning. I know at my time in life I will never get to do this. But I can experience it through videos like yours. I mean to capture edit and produce this while doing the PCT is amazing. Looking forward to watching more of your adventures.
I'm stoked you resonated with it! Thanks for the kind words. Will hopefully be creating during and after the CDT next year.
@@chriscartermedia I feel what you say, but I could never put it into words like you. It's in my heart, but never comes out like it feels. I wish it did. I've also found your art page on Instagram. Brilliant work a true creative fantastic work. 👍
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Thank you so much for this beautiful film. It gave us hope to watch your ups and downs and the awesome breakthroughs. Our son just started out from Campo this morning. We are following him on SPOT tracking and this film helped us better understand the ups and downs he will experience. God bless that woman who helped you in the dessert. This video motivated the wife and I to become trail angels in Oregon and Washington. We are in Portland Oregon. Cheers.
Love that! Trail magic helps pull so many out of some deep slumps that far into the trail.
Thanks for taking me with you on this trip. I loved every second of this.
Chris, I loved your video, script, and craftsmanship. I know how hard it is to capture the glory of thru-hiking into a compelling story and package it in an hour and I was transported back to the trail with your video. Inspiring. - Ben
Ben I really appreciate it man. I remember watching your doc on the AT with your family last year and feeling super inspired, such an amazing accomplishment!
So amazing. The video, the music, the narration. Thanks for bringing us along on your journey. You captured the struggle, the joys, the journey. Oh man. I want to watch it again and again.
Thank you so much!
This is absolutely the best hiking/backpacking video I have ever watched. You are a gifted storyteller. Thank you for sharing this gift with us!
Thanks tons Eric!
How has this only got the number of views it has?! This was the most gorgeous, heartwarming production I have watched on this platform. Deserves way more recognition. Love from the UK
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I have no words. It was so well filmed and mesmerising. Another new one of the best gems on pct thru-hike. Congrats and Thank you.
Thanks tons, I'm stoked you enjoyed it🙏
This was quite possibly one of the best and most inspiring films I've ever watched. Coupled with the most jealous I've ever been as I've wanted to hike the PCT and climb in Yosemite for years!
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The best PCT video yet. Love that you started your bucket list so early. You will have a lifetime to fill it. Great choreography and story telling. You’ve made me want to try again at age 59. Thank you. Oh and 80 miles, you are a beast!
Thanks for the kind words Greg! Stoked it inspired you to get on the trail at 59, best of luck to you that's incredible!
After watching your gear video for your upcoming Continental Divide and Appalachian Trail hikes, I came back to watch this entire doc again. I'm 61 and there could be so many excuses to allow myself to slow down through the years, watching Netflix and watching my grandchildren grow, but I feel as though I'm finally just getting started, setting hiking goals that seem lofty to me given some physical issues (my goal is 1200 KM of hiking this year, when two years ago I had trouble walking 1 KM at a time). Your story and those of others who share their journeys are such important sources of inspiration. I want to be a role model for my children and grandchildren, but I especially want to thrive on spending a lot of my time in the wilderness. I've concocted some pretty crazy plans in my head for hikes I want to do in coming years. My objective is to be in the best physical shape of my life within 2 years, and to spend my retirement years doing at least one extended backpacking trip every year. Somehow, you make it seem possible. Thank you, and I can't wait to hear about your CDT and AT journeys.
Chris, my dear friend, and during the course of this film, you have become my very dear friend, the words “thank you” seem far too inadequate to express my gratitude. My friend, you have taken me on an incredible journey I would never have otherwise known. Through beautiful poetry and photography, you have woven together the beauty of nature’s harshness and tenderness. And Chris, more importantly, you shared the vey personal journey of your soul. You have taught me the true “measure of a mile”. I am forever changed. Thank you.
OMGOSH, that was beautiful! No words can describe how I was wrapped up in that!!
Your cinematography and narrative was unbelievable perfect!
Kudos!! Subscribed and waiting for the next adventure!!
Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate it!