Colorado Trail Thru Hike 2023: Days 14-22 (Lake City/Durango)

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  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
  • I recently completed a second thru-hike of the Colorado Trail in as many years. Although I had a great time on my first thru-hike in 2022, I left that experience feeling like it wasn't my best rep. I can't stop on a bad rep.
    So, I decided to do it again. This time armed with more knowledge and patience for the difficulty of the altitude and terrain. This video brings my first 5 days on trail to the viewer.
    If you are ever looking for something to read, please check out my two books on Amazon:
    Pushing North: Tame the Mind, Savor the Journey
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    Time to Choose... Your Ego or You?: Unraveling Humanity's Biggest Secret
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    #coloradotrail #thruhike #SOBO

Komentáře • 69

  • @Theranchhanddan
    @Theranchhanddan Před 4 měsíci

    I find myself rediscovering your page whenever I get a sense of impending major change, struggle, or just need some peace. Especially your AT thru hike series, which quite literally changed my life during a very transitional period of my life. Thank you.

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 4 měsíci +1

      What an awesome comment. Made my day. Appreciate you reaching out. You are right where you are supposed to be. 🤘🕓

  • @baskets8429
    @baskets8429 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Beautiful views !

  • @brownjuanbrown118
    @brownjuanbrown118 Před 3 měsíci

    Enjoyable video. Liked the choices you shot, the editing, and the music. Colorado: what a place! Good luck going forward.

  • @davidewise4516
    @davidewise4516 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Not that I don’t enjoy your commentary and insights, but I gotta say that I love the newer format with just scenery and music.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens Před 10 měsíci

    What a beautiful and serene atmosphere my friend! Breathtaking views!

  • @ajschiessl2162
    @ajschiessl2162 Před 10 měsíci +3

    So good I stopped watching on my phone until I could play these all on the big screen at home. Congrats on the hike and the video series.

  • @davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker

    Great videos ER. I always love your presentations even when it’s background music. God Bless

  • @EvansBackpackingVideos
    @EvansBackpackingVideos Před 10 měsíci +2

    A beautiful series of videos! Thanks so much for taking the time to document your thru-hike for the rest of us.

  • @chasingblazes2022
    @chasingblazes2022 Před 10 měsíci

    CONGRATULATIONS! I have literally one million questions! Savor the accomplishment. You are amazing. Truly enjoyed watching this journey 🙏🏻

  • @hikerscat6780
    @hikerscat6780 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Congrats

  • @amynapier3551
    @amynapier3551 Před 10 měsíci

    Congratulations! Thanks for sharing your adventure. Hope you have many, happy trails ahead.

  • @BearTrekAdventures
    @BearTrekAdventures Před 10 měsíci +1

    Congrats ER on another CT thru hike ⛰️🥾. Really enjoyed the video series and seeing you back out there! Looks like this one was a bit colder than the last - the snow capped mountains looked beautiful. Be well my friend

  • @sherrihilton4804
    @sherrihilton4804 Před 10 měsíci +3

    How beautiful…

  • @kampersadventures958
    @kampersadventures958 Před 10 měsíci

    Absolutely loved every second of your 2023 CT videos….I’ve watched these with the biggest smile on my face. Having your 2023 CT series with just music and perfectly balanced walk bys, and other angles just makes this so relaxing and also something to be proud to watch for years to come.
    Proud of you brother. I can so relate to you wanting/needing to return and hike this trail all over. Last Summer I got a little over 300 miles before my ankle couldn’t do another mile and then starting over this Summer, I got 120 miles before agonizing heel pain took me off.
    I have to return and finish this beautiful trail….it will take a couple years before I can return…..already thinking about it.

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Just saw this. Thanks bro. Happy Thanksgiving!! 🦃🍗🕓

    • @kampersadventures958
      @kampersadventures958 Před 9 měsíci

      Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

  • @KathleenLockhart-ry7sd
    @KathleenLockhart-ry7sd Před 10 měsíci

    Thanks!

  • @keithstewart2639
    @keithstewart2639 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Thanks ER. For taking us on the path with you. Got your book today 10/17 then your summit video. I think since you get up early . I'm going to get up at 5:00 have coffee and start reading your book. You know as I have said before. I grew up near Mt Mitchell and still live up here. And still hike a lot at 72 years old. I go to montana some wyoming utah mexico and outwest. But I don't know what it is about Colorado but it's just my kind of place. I don't know if it's all the high mountains with trees or what. I hope to do some hiking there soon. Thanks again the views. DUCES 👍

  • @jasonsadler7020
    @jasonsadler7020 Před 10 měsíci

    Congrats on the completion of another thru hike. Love your videos! Would also love to see a gear review or at least hear your thoughts on your new tent and backpack. Thanks for all you do for our community.

  • @billseay6399
    @billseay6399 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Hey Thanks again brother keep on humping great videos

  • @fredhazen5080
    @fredhazen5080 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Respect brother, love the video ,watched them all since the AT, I for one miss your rambling thoughts

  • @christopherfischetti8373
    @christopherfischetti8373 Před 10 měsíci

    I do miss your commentary and the streams of consciousness you would have while hiking…. But I also like this style and understand you are a man on a mission and cleaning out your proverbial hiking closet.

  • @donrobinson5540
    @donrobinson5540 Před 10 měsíci

    Very nice!

  • @Sgrape49jj
    @Sgrape49jj Před 10 měsíci

    Hey ER! Congrats on finishing the CT. I've always been inspired by your 2017 AT thru hike so I biked the entire 2700mi GDMBR this year. Thanks so much!

  • @OneEyeHikes
    @OneEyeHikes Před 10 měsíci

    Brings it all back to me man! Late season for the San Juan’s and know it was damp n chilly. Great job in all respects my friend!

  • @PopPopTN
    @PopPopTN Před 10 měsíci +1

    Just outstanding. Thank you!

  • @annajo1963
    @annajo1963 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Congratulations! You looked more at peace this time!

  • @GadgetsAdventures
    @GadgetsAdventures Před 10 měsíci +3

    Congratulations!!! Beautiful country. Your videos are top notch for sure. You have the editing portion figured out. Thanks so much for sharing. It’s good to see you out there doing what you love !

  • @JayFAdventures
    @JayFAdventures Před 10 měsíci +1

    Heck yeah, brother! Congratulations on completing round two! Thanks for taking us along.

  • @jwsnma
    @jwsnma Před 10 měsíci +2

    Its been a pleasure watching your hikes since you hiked the AT in 2017. Congrats on your completion of the CT this year. Be safe on your continued travels

  • @EmpireofBumpo
    @EmpireofBumpo Před 10 měsíci

    Man. This was my first thru. 2015. I have memories of this section that beat the CDT and AT in terms of views/rewards. Such great times on the CT!

  • @KathyColorado1
    @KathyColorado1 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Wow! 22 days! Congratulations! Colorado Girl.

  • @TeaParty45
    @TeaParty45 Před 7 měsíci

    I really enjoyed your AT thru hike and your more recent Colorado Trail Hike and learned a lot! Thanks. I have decided to attempt a thru hike of the AT starting at Amicalola Falls on February 21, 2024! I hope you and your family are doing well. Take care.

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 7 měsíci

      Kick ass! Have a good time. There are many hard days ahead. Push through . The ending is worth the pain! 🤘🕑

  • @harveybrooks9697
    @harveybrooks9697 Před 10 měsíci

    Man it’s great to see you back on the trail! Enjoyed the videos as always. A little different style on these. Reminds me of Kraig Adams and Harmen Hoak. Maybe the CDT next??? PCT? Or the AT again.

  • @billandsheilahike7959
    @billandsheilahike7959 Před 10 měsíci

    Congrats on another successful thru hike of the CT. I hope this odyssey brought you everything you were looking for. Would love to hear your take on the two journeys. What was the same and what was different, East vs west collegiate, etc

  • @Glazehikes
    @Glazehikes Před 10 měsíci

    Thanks Early Riser. Lovely peaceful series.

  • @keloreilly7017
    @keloreilly7017 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you, ER. I have been so moved by your CT hike. May you be well as you continue on in your Life.

  • @marktodhunter8397
    @marktodhunter8397 Před 2 měsíci

    Hope you are doing well.

  • @cottontalesfromthetrail5474
    @cottontalesfromthetrail5474 Před 10 měsíci

    Beautiful country hiked by an awesome man! God Bless America and all that keep her free! Love ya brother

  • @phronsiekeys
    @phronsiekeys Před 10 měsíci +1

    Watching you cross those broad rolling hills, it comes as a bit of a shock to see that 13,000+ altitude highpoint. As always, thank you for taking us along through this beautiful world.

  • @shellkay
    @shellkay Před 10 měsíci

    Stunning, peace-inspiring. Thank you. Hope you found what you sought in this journey.

  • @trailsandbirds
    @trailsandbirds Před 10 měsíci

    I was SO happy when I saw you're hiking & vlogging again. You've been missed. I am going to start at the beginning and watch this series. You are one of my favorites!

  • @thegreatexaggerator9077
    @thegreatexaggerator9077 Před 10 měsíci

    Absolutely stunning scenery! Very peaceful, unlike what’s going on in the world today! I hope you found what you were lacking on your first CT hike. Peace and blessings.

  • @craig.m.spielberg
    @craig.m.spielberg Před 10 měsíci +2

    Excellent, as always -- and congratulations on finishing it for the second time! I've only been back for 2 weeks, but watching your videos makes me miss it terribly. How did you like the zippered closure on your zPacks tent? I've been debating getting one.

  • @Jreed248
    @Jreed248 Před měsícem

    Must say. I miss your commentary during the videos. But thanks for sharing!

  • @rmoran113
    @rmoran113 Před 5 měsíci

    We met just outside SNP on your AT hike. Gotta love the CT. I hope to hike it again this fall. I hiked it with my pup in 2021.

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks for the comment! Remind me where we met. North side of the Smokies?
      The CT is awesome. Even after doing it twice, I still want more. Love that trail. 🤘🕓

    • @rmoran113
      @rmoran113 Před 5 měsíci

      @@EarlyRiser71lil before Shenandoah NP. Just before the priest. Guy with lil jack Russell, Tucker

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 5 měsíci

      @@rmoran113 Ahhh, I was thinking Smokies. Yes, how cool.

  • @rmoran113
    @rmoran113 Před 5 měsíci

    No shit! Just looked back at my pix. Hitched into lake city September 11 and out 12.

  • @rmoran113
    @rmoran113 Před 5 měsíci

    I was hiking with my Belgian Malinois…his collar read “Assshole in training”😂. I was a zombie a few days could have passed without noticing😂

  • @tangenttrails
    @tangenttrails Před 10 měsíci +1

    Excellent! Did you discover what you were looking for this time around?

  • @donphillips8384
    @donphillips8384 Před 10 měsíci

    Very nice. Did you have a lot on your mind? Or Did you choose a different way to present your video? Hope you and your family are doing well. Keep on keeping on. Don from Virginia.

  • @overthehilloutdoors7174
    @overthehilloutdoors7174 Před 10 měsíci

    Congrats on the completion of the CT. My wife and I enjoyed the videos. Trey, have you considered the Camino de Santiago. There are several routes in Spain as well as Portugal and France. We walked the Northern route in Spain last fall, and it was an amazing experience . Just something to think about, Great job once again Getty & Mo.

  • @leemiller358
    @leemiller358 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I gotta say I'm missing the early riser commentary. I understand you're trying something different.

  • @sherrihilton4804
    @sherrihilton4804 Před 10 měsíci +3

    ER,when did you hike this trail?

  • @rmoran113
    @rmoran113 Před 5 měsíci

    Forgot to ask what month you do it again? Hopefully doing again this September…love the fall in the Rockies!

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 5 měsíci

      Started Sep 4th last year. Perfect time and weather.

    • @rmoran113
      @rmoran113 Před 5 měsíci

      I started Sep 3, 2021 from Durango Thinking about the second week of September this year. Planning to do a fund raising hike for k9s United….with the dog.

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 5 měsíci

      @@rmoran113 Then we passed somewhere on trail in 2021. I left Denver Aug 23 or 24th that year. I think I finished in Durango on
      Sep 16th (or something close to that).

  • @thediscerninghiker5857
    @thediscerninghiker5857 Před 4 měsíci

    Have you thought about coming to Trail Days 2024 in Damascus ?

  • @mrwanderfool
    @mrwanderfool Před 3 měsíci

    whats next?

  • @davidferrier7869
    @davidferrier7869 Před 5 měsíci

    Hi what was the date you started in 2023 … congrats!!!!

    • @EarlyRiser71
      @EarlyRiser71  Před 5 měsíci

      I think it was 4 Sep last year. I started about 10 days earlier in 2022. I liked the September start date much better.

    • @davidferrier7869
      @davidferrier7869 Před 5 měsíci

      @@EarlyRiser71 thanks for the info … I hope to try the trail, mid to late summer this year

  • @mattschrand9117
    @mattschrand9117 Před 5 měsíci

    What dates did you do your hike ?