Probably the absolute best hiking-tour video I have ever watched. I've skied many times, many years ago in the general area of your tour. I find the videography mesmerizing, the music stirring and enchanted, what a job to both of you with superb editing. Sorry about the illness, it happens. More of this kind of presentation, please!! I will share this video to all my hiking friends. God's speed

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Peter! I'm honored! I'm working on honing my craft here and having lots of fun with it. More coming!

@mobilewintercamp7515

8 ай бұрын

Ya the proper attention was put on scenery and the music nailed

This is probably the greatest through hike video I’ve seen. That place, that hike, those views are FILTHY! Super jelly..

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

oooh well thank you very much!

You are a great film-maker Eric! Am so glad you left your previous job. I much prefer these type of films then the ones where I feel I am constantly being sold to. Keep it up, you have a real talent for this!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Aww shucks, thank you! I'm having fun.

What a great video Eric! Brought me a lot of great memories of my TMB hiking specially when I noted that I AM IN YOUR VIDEO in col du Bonhomme at 11:34 in middle of sheep, even, I am pretty sure we crossed each other and said a cold "bonjour" in the map where your friend was making a sandwich haha . Awesome video you and your friend captured all the beauty and spectacular views of TMB. Thanks for sharing, got emotional watching it.

Absolutely awesome video Eric! This is the first through hike I have watched without skipping a single second. Good tempo, music, mix of talking and just showing the scenery. And what a scenery it was!! Soo beautiful. Thanks for sharing the trip with the rest of us. Keep up the good work 🙂

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! That's high praise. I'm a big fan of making videos like this.

I did the southern half 20 years ago, your beautiful film has made me determined to go back and do the rest. I too was there in September but unfortunately it is clear that the retreat of the glaciers in the intervening years is massive. Wonderful, thank you 🙏

Holy crap the timing of this is insane. I JUST did this hike a few weeks ago! it''s so surreal to recognize all of the scenergy these camera shots captured!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Scenergy? Like a blend of scenery and energy? I think that's my new favorite word.

@TheBigCheez365

8 ай бұрын

@@eric_hanson LOL my fat finger typo did some good I guess! Glad you could go enjoy the TMB as well. The views in Arizona are great for me, but going there was a whole other level. My buddy and I are considering the GR20 next year because of how much we loved this hike!

@andrewfolk5283

3 ай бұрын

BigCheez how long did it take you? I have an 8 day window I'm debating on squeezing this in.

@TheBigCheez365

3 ай бұрын

@@andrewfolk5283 My buddy and I did it in 10 days, which seemed to be the average when we asked other hikers. We came across a very fit couple doing it in 7, but I can assure you, unless you're extremely fit AND doing it UL / donkey carrying your gear, It's going to insanely rigorous. ~5k vert every single day. That said, if you can even do part of it, I'd strongly recommend. The views are insane.

Gorgeous filming, Eric. Absolutely loved that starscape timelapse over the lake. **chef's kiss**

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I was so stoked when I reviewed what I shot there.

Simply beautiful. My wife and I did the TMB 5 years ago. A memory that i revisit often. If those that are watching are thinking about it, go and do it. It's definitely worth it. Even if you only do sections.

I usually watch backpacking/wilderness adventure videos because I like to backpack. I find it calming. I will watch hours of video from videographers Lost Lakes, Xander Budnick, and Kraig Adams. I am adding to that list Eric Hanson. Your videography is epic. Side note I have found for me one or two odorless garlic soft gels do a fantastic job of getting rid of food poisoning. I always carry a few with me when I backpack. A day of misery turns into one hour.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this, I appreciate that! And that's an interesting note about the garlic soft gels, I'll have to try that out!

I. Just. Can't! This was epic! The score, the videography, the pace! This was stunning. Absolutely stunning. I was so moved by this video. Thank you so very much. Colorado Girl

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Aww shoot. That's what I love to hear! You're welcome.

Hello Eric, I am from Malta 🇲🇹🇪🇺 centre of Europe and here temp is 30’C now ! Wow what a trail. So I can say you was close by 😅

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

It's still that hot? Woof! And hello to you in Malta!

@gregoryoutdoors

8 ай бұрын

Yeah Malta is rubbish when it comes to that.

@lv834

4 ай бұрын

Only Malta would call itself the centre of Europe when it's as far from central Europe as you can get. Lots of love to Malta though. It's stunning!

@PierreFarrugia

4 ай бұрын

@@gregoryoutdoorsIt depends from your point of view, many come here to escape the cold, +40”C is not nice but even -10’C

It's got to be the most beautiful place on earth.

How does this video not have a million views? Amazing work!

Bikepacked the tour du mont blanc 2 years ago in 5 days with my tent, what a pleasure to see your video, pretty cool memories coming up !

I fell in love with Mont Blanc hiking the TMB. If you are able to come back one day, I would recommend the variants and taking a day of (or staying half a day) in Courmayeur, taking the cable car up to Punta Hellbronner. The views are breathtaking up there. And maybe even taking the tiny cable cars from there over to Aiguille du Midi and back. That's such a wild and beautiful ride.

Incredible views, stunning night shots. Great trip, boys !!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Yeehaw! Thank you!

Looks like you were very lucky with the weather! This one is high on my wishlist. Also, props for the nocturnal timelapses, absolutely stunning!

This was absolutely stunning. Well done and thank you

I did the TMB last year for my 40th. It was epic, so much fromage 😂 great vid, took me back.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Never too much cheese!

Dang. This has to be on my bucket list now.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

totally worth it.

This Is Spectacular! Thank you.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Absolutely SWEET! Beautiful adventure!

WOW, this one is epic!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Simply outstanding - thanks for sharing!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!

DUUUDE!! Being your videographer would be the best job in the freakin world! 😂 Love what you’re doin with your channel and these longer videos, beautiful stuff man keep up the great work!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Haha it's a great job if you like constantly stopping for shots! But thanks friend, I'm really drawn to the longer style of video and letting people immerse themselves.

Beautiful Eric. Brings back memories at Chamonix.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

I absolutely loved Cham!

Love this! Your night Timelapse shots are extra especially amazing. ✨

Goals. Awesome video Eric keep em coming. Can’t wait to see what you have next.

So stoked to watch this on the big screen when I get home :)

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Cast it into the IMAX!

Breathtaking!! Bucket list for sure. Thanks for the amazing video!!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Tim! My pleasure friend.

Amazing cinematography, Great Video.

So good! Way to go Eric

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I don't see my comment from a couple of days ago but the gist of it was...What an epic video, absolutely stunning creativity. I did the TMB a couple of months ago and I think this video is even more epic than my hike.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Whoa, well thank you so much!

This is definitely my favourite of all your videos so far !

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Well I'll take that! Thank you!

What a beautiful upload my friend, shots are just breathtaking! Small details and b-roll shots are spectacular here!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

Awesome video Eric! The shots are incredible

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Direct19681

8 ай бұрын

@@eric_hanson you bet brother

Terrific job with the videography. Well done!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

I think you did 2 tours, setting up cameras to catch you walking into/out of the shot, and then having to go back to retrieve the camera. Even with Luc there! Breathtaking! I was there with you the whole way!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

haha yep that's pretty much how it works!

That was absolutely awesome thanks for sharing it my friend

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Beautifully shot and edited video! Keep’em coming…

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thanks! I'm working on more!

That night lapse at 22:45 was awesome! Great video, love tagging along on your adventures.

Fantastic man it's one my dream hike ... Thx for sharing your experience with us.. great respect.❤

Epic intro! Absolutely awesome video Eric!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Well shoot, thank you!

So awesome! Dan and I love seeing a Pro tent out there. This is on our "to do" list...hope we can make it happen soon.

Eric this is the reason you are the best man!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Shucks, thank you!

Beautiful place. Thank you for recording and sharing your journey with us. Another one for my bucket list.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

Quite excellent Sir.. 👍

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!

my dude, this was amazing. one of my favorite hiking videos! added the tour du mont blanc on my bucket list thanks to you

@eric_hanson

6 ай бұрын

So glad to hear it!

What a breathtaking video! It’s just what I needed to see today. It’s inspiring. A hiking trip to the Alps is a trip on my list someday!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Glad it hit the spot for you.

Absolutely the BEST hike ever! Simply spectacular! TY😎

@eric_hanson

5 ай бұрын

It's one of the best treks for a reason! I absolutely loved my time there. Thanks!

Fantastic video and camera work, those timelapses were awesome. New bucket list item unlocked now too, thanks 😅.

@eric_hanson

3 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it! You'll love it.

Great video, very nice shots and a great performance! Thanks for taking if with you! 🤙

@eric_hanson

4 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!

Amazing video - thank you for sharing, and planting the seeds of a father/son hike I now want to do 🙂

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

This would be a fantastic father/son trek.

Wow! Fantastic video, I’m really liking your new channel, Eric!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much that means a lot!

Thank you, Eric. Beautiful. I can definitely see the WHY, and so glad you got to experience it. AND very glad you were willing to "take us along". Maybe, someday I will get to that area again to 'soak in the beauty'

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

My pleasure. It's absolutely worth getting out there even to just be in the area. So beautiful.

@Eric Hanson, though your gear videos are great and informative, I'm always on the lookout for your cinematic trips. Great job with this one!

Nice work Eric, wonderful images and relaxing music from Kyle Miller. Top job.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Kyle bringin' the goods!

Wow, that night montage was epic. Great hike!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! It's a fun place to photograph.

Amazing video! Your shots were stunning and I loved the balance with the silence/talking. Also, the music really added a special quality to it all and really brought home what you might have felt at TMB.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. The music, atmosphere and soundscapes are a big part of creating the right feeling of being out there.

The time lapse footage towards the end was spectacular ... Thanks for sharing your adventure with us ... Very enjoyable to watch!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Absolutely! I love me some timelapses.

Just, wow. Super videography , fantastic audio and choice of music. I enjoyed watching that entire video especially the milky way Timelapse’s

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! That Milky Way shot had me suuuper excited.

Wonderful film. Teriffic scenery. Than you so much for sharing this.

@eric_hanson

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

This is something I’d like to do. Stunning. Good for you. Excellent choice and great video all around

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

It's an amazing trek and well worth it, thanks!

Que lindo seus registros!Parabéns!!! Incrível.

Absolutely gorgeous and peaceful. Well done!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

That was my goal, thank you!

This is amazing. Bucket list material.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! It truly is a bucket list type spot.

Thank you for the inspiring content. It’s so artistic yet humble. I really appreciate your style of presentation. It has inspired me to get on this tour soon.

Have a wonderful time on the PCT. You've been a great source of info and inspiration for me. This summer I'm heading out for a week on the Colorado Trail. My first long solo trip (I've only done ne solo overnight before) . 😮 I'm a bit afraid, but that's ok because I'm confident in my abilities. Fear isn't always a bad thing. Cheers to summer 2024 adventures!!

This is a very inspiring and amazing hiking video that i have ever seen . Thank you for making it and sharing it

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

Wow Eric what an amazingly awesome video. Hands down the best I’ve ever seen. Thank you so much for sharing. Anxiously looking forward for your next one. 🦉

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

aww shoot, thank you very much!

The bells. The night sky at the end. All and inbetween!!!! Epic!!! Only dreams are made of this. Thanks for sharing. ❤️💯

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

I love the atmospheric sounds of this area. And especially the stars.

Amazing! My wife and I have this planned for the future, fairly new to hiking as a couple but this video just cemented the reasons why it’s on our list! Some of the shots here make it hard to believe it’s real

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

You two will love it! And even being on the trail there were places that just seemed too good to be true.

Love this video! I did the tour August of 2023, and it is the best thing i have ever done.

@eric_hanson

4 ай бұрын

Nice work! It's quite the accomplishment.

Incredibly well filmed and deeply enjoyable to watch. It was like viewing memories. Love this new style of film you are doing to document your adventures.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! I'm definitely inspired by this kind of content and love making it.

This is a really beautiful film. I greatly appreciate the judicious balance of commentary/on-camera vs the B-roll and atmospheric shots. Excellent work and a truly remarkable hike. Loved every bit of this, someday before I'm too old and creaky I hope to visit similar locales.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. And yeah, well worth hiking this place. I hope you do it!

I did the TMB as well last summer. Memories... Thank you for the gorgeous films!

@eric_hanson

5 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Such a special place.

Brings back some great memories of hiking the TMB last summer. Those downhills are no joke!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

The downhills are worse than the uphills!

@Cwerner1231

8 ай бұрын

I used huts/hotels and had a baggage service take my stuff from place to place. Can't imagine what your knees felt like carrying a full pack! Despite the difficulty, I'm itching to return. Mesmerizing landscape and culture. Thanks for the great video! @@eric_hanson

I’ve been following you for a while (backpack tv). Your videos have always been good, but they are getting so great. This was so relaxing and inspiring. Best success.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! It's been very fun to dive further into my own creativity with the new channel.

We LOVED this video! Are you planning to do another and maybe talk about the towns? We would like to section hike some of this.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Yes I plan on doing a more in depth video about details, planning, logistics, etc.

Amazing, great job Eric 🙂

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Wow. Your opening shots were breathtaking and beautiful. What an incredible journey for you and you seemed to be a bit emotional at one point. This hike is already on my list but is now cemented on my list. Beautiful video Eric.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Yeah it's a pretty moving place. Well worth going for yourself!

I've had to save this video until I could watch it all on a big screen - very glad I did 😊 Eric if you want to come see some trails in the UK, let me know. I'd love to give you some pointers for routes in Scotland!

Killed it Eric!! Really love your creativity, editing and camera shots… I’m sure that rest day helped a ton but couldn’t imagine feeling that sick bro 😮. Always appreciate your videos brotha! Till the next 105 mile trip 😮

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Mike! The underrated benefit of the rest day was getting some time off our feet that were getting pretty blistered.

@Mike_Blanda

8 ай бұрын

@@eric_hanson well yall are beasts bro! I appreciate the time energy and effort on creating content for us views! Blessings

These mountains are absolutely stunning, and that hiking trail looks like an adventure waiting to happen! Thank you for sharing this fantastic video-it's got me itching to lace up my boots and hit the trails. Your sharing brings so much joy and inspiration!

@eric_hanson

3 ай бұрын

I'm so glad to hear it!

Thanks for making this video. I enjoy your videos because you manage to show the awesomeness of the trails and the surroundings without over the top commentary. You let the scene speak for itself. I know video and pictures never show the true beauty of the outdoors, but you are able to capture enough to make me want to get out there and find those trials.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that. I try to give people a sense of place and atmosphere, showing and not always telling.

Just saw it.🎉 The shots, the angles, and overall photo compositions are at the level of a National Geographic documentary. Award winning! You allowed the scenery to do most of the talking.

Absolutely beautiful video; I would love to do this trip; thank you for sharing!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

It's a worthy bucket-lister!

Fantastic footage, those time-lapses are just incredible. We are heading there same time next year, but at half your speed. Looks like you didn’t want it to end.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

I did not want it to end, incredible place. As for pace, we went fast. Too fast. I'd go back and do it in nine or ten I think.

Very late to the game, but all of your videos, be they advice or straight-up hiking, just bring pure joy. Thank you.

Wow! Absolutely brilliant. So impressed by this video and that landscape. Maybe your best work to date. Bravo 👏

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Well that's a nice compliment! I'm always trying to grow as a storyteller, thanks!

@natlovell122

8 ай бұрын

@@eric_hanson you’re welcome, thanks for sharing!

Wow what a beautiful video! I did the TMB this august and it's so cool to see these nice places again in these nice shots!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! It's always fun to see the places you've been highlighted. How was it in August?

@veerlevelzeboer9485

8 ай бұрын

Yeah in August was nice not too hot. A little more clouds I had, one thunderstorm in the night and it was a little chilly if I camped higher in the mountains.

stunning view

Wonderful video. Magical place despite my knee injury on Les Houches ski slopes. I have to return there.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Oof, go back and get redemption!

Amazing! Everywhere you look is a breathtaking view. :) So sorry you had a stomach bug day. Incredible spot and views for a final night camp. Thank you for taking us along.

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

So much beauty out there!

8 ай бұрын

@@eric_hansonNot a doctor but a couple times eating raw ginger has saved the day. I think once saved my life… I couldn’t keep anything in for a few days and was alone in hot conditions. Ginger cleans the blood by stimulating white blood cells.

Epic, need to do in 2024

This video is incredibly. Beautful shots, epic journey. Sorry you got sick lol.

The time lapse we're beautiful!

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! I geek out on timelapses.

I've started hiking thanks to you and Dan Becker. This video is a pinacle of hiking videos. Such beautiful sceneries, beautiful music in the background with nature sounds coming through. If you have an ideas list, I have an idea for you - a video about preparation for such trips. I am not that experienced and these types of hikes are scary for me currently as I don't know what all to research. Maybe there would be an audience for this type of video. :-)

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

Hey thank you! I plan on doing a video in the future about planning and doing big treks like this one to help people feel comfortable making a trip like this happen. Cheers!

Bravo Eric!.......keep feeling that nature that you love and sharing those moments absent of words.....🙋🏻‍♂️🌿👏👏💚

@eric_hanson

8 ай бұрын

thank you friend!