Why is everyone being so critical of her! ❤❤❤❤ wow she's got thousands of comments (in this case "recommendations") to sift through and y'all think that she can listen to just one... yours??? Smh she's doing her best with the knowledge she has. Y'all could take a few notes from Jessica/sunshine and be a bit more compassionate❤❤❤❤

@lets_go_see_

18 күн бұрын

In her Day 69 video she does say that 2 viewers in particular were after her about boots!

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

Thanks for coming to my rescue Becky. I am really thick skinned and can take it. I learned a long time ago, it is not about me... it's about them.

Hugs❤ you are amazing and doing a great job troubleshooting it! 🙏 for healing

You are a Warrior! Carry on and don’t forget to stop and be grateful for your surroundings. Days will get better, and some worse. Dig deep. I believe in you.

Hamstring Tendinitis is what stopped Kristian Morgan from completing his FKT. He is an ultra runner who trained daily for the AT. It stopped him. It’s definitely real and. you are a beast for powering through the pain!

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

I know, so sad, we were following him on IG.

What a fun surprise literally running into you guys on trail! I'm so glad I got to meet Will, too!Dinner was tons of fun. You are all so genuine, easy to talk to, and such a blast. Love you guys! Stop back in to say hi anytime you are in the area❤

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

So fun Jen!!!

So sorry you're having such problems with your feet and I really admire your courage and determination to do this hike with your son! You are an inspiration.

You, Will and Capitaine are amazing!!!

My all time favorite hiking shoes were Altra Lone Peak 3.5 mids. The new versions since that time have been less than acceptable in every way. I've switched to Topos. They seem to be the real deal. Time will tell. Also, no shame in vitamin "I" (ibuprofen). It served as more than pain relief ... it helped heal my injuries. It might work for you.

@lorispeers7690

18 күн бұрын

I loved my 3.5 as well and 5 years later my altras were different, ended up taking them back to REI👍🏻

Glad your boots are helping your feet and ankles. Safe travels.

I love your honesty and heart filled stories. Thank you for sharing and I am proud and inspired by you!!

Thanks for being real. Hugs to you.

Congratulations for your accomplishment. Shoe choices and designs have evolved since your family walked the Camino.

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

For sure, my shoes for the Camino were cheapos and did the job after the blisters. Ha

Hey, you are doing something that I think is incredibly difficult. You deserve the right to cry/whine/complain/whatever whenever you want or need to. You do what you need to do. Personally, I’m rooting for you!

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

thanks for understanding.

I’m glad you’re doing whatever you need to continue your hike Sunshine. You are being so honest about what the trail is. I hope you continue healing and the trail becomes easier without all the pain. It is amazing what our bodies can tolerate. You’re definitely an inspiration.

Wonderful to watch you having a great day!! Hoping for good days all the way!

Reminder, you guys are amazing and bring so much happiness to those around you. Your family is an inspiration and are greatly loved and supported. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

For my own ankle I need to use army boots and when it's bad I tighten the boot straps.

I was considering starting at Daleville going sobo , looks like a big climb right away. Thanks for the video, and I might find an easier place for day 1 .

Its so hard to do anything when you are in pain. Hope your feet get better. 1/3 of the way to Katahdin!!!!! Fantastic!!!!!

Hope the boots work out and your pain subsides or you figure it out soon- you both are doing amazing things!!

Going to definitely need ankle support when hit PA very rocky trails

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

already breaking in boots for those rocks.

Praying for you Sunshine. Thank you for being honest and real❤❤❤❤

Congratulations on 1/3 of the distance. You are doing the hike your way - that's all that counts.

Thank you for sharing

So glad you had a great day a perfect day😊

Rooting for you guys. Like what I say to my friend students you guys got this.

I hope you find the right balance of boots & hiking & rest…for your ankles. I am curious if your shirts are wicking to move the sweat from the skin & aid in keeping cooler or chilled from sweat. Happy trails.

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

They are not. Sensory wise the moisture wicking does not work for me and we also find they really hold the smell.

Oh my gosh, how have I been watching this all this time and not know that you haven't been wearing hiking boots.😩 Sunshine, I hope they help because that's something you should have done from the get go. All those miles and all that terrain. Have you just been wearing trail runners or gym shoes? Not berating you. Just want to know. Love you sunshine, love you captain, Nan

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

Yep, just trail runners for hikers. 90% of the people in the trail wear them, they are so comfy, but my feel don't like them unfortunately.

The death of the real hiking boot

Glad to see you out of zero drops! Foot issues have plaqued me on my hikes, so I feel your pain! I had to have surgery (18') after injuries from the pct to my foot. My foot was great when i started the AT, but after all I went through, i was scared of ruining what was fixed. I used 1 ankle brace. The kind that laces and velcros. I mainly wore it on my "bad" foot but if i tweeked my other foot i would wear it on that foot for a bit. If you switch back to a regular shoe, maybe consider a brace with it? Topos for the win! Good luck, heal fast and hike on!

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

thanks for sharing

22:30 TOPO

I hope your boots are working for you!

So glad you got your ankle checked out! Hope the things you’re doing to help it heal work. I’m guessing you’ve already considered this but just in case you haven’t… your bear can weighs a couple of pounds, switching to a bear bag would save a decent amount of weight. Just a thought. You two are a great team and hiking smart which is the way to make it to Katahdin! P.S. hiking in that heat would break me! I know you both were boiling hot but neither of you looked it, I don’t know how you do that!🥵

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

We have thought about it, but we love our cans so we have sacrificed other items....like rain socks. ha

I like how the software can delete the selfie stick but cant delete its shadow! (15:15)

Do you know if they even make a sturdy hiking sandal or is that just not safe on the AT?

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

I think it would not give me enough support, but I see some people with them.

Soak your feet in Cold Creeks as much as you possibly can and I assume you're doing it. Do some stretching exercises and get a massage cork ball.

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

I do both and it works great

If you (and doctor) agree that ankle support is helpful why did you select mid height hiking boots instead of full height ones that provide even more ankle support? (No judgement, just curious!)

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

I have them now for the rocks of Pennsylvania and I really don't like them. Super uncomfortable, heavy and they don't breathe. I am going to muscle through them for the rocks, but not loving them...but who knows, maybe I will learn to love them.

Glad your feet are better. My son, now known as Legend on the trail, just got his second pair of Topos.. He tried many, many different brands before the AT, and is very happy with them. He’s in Harpers Ferry now, hoping to start his vlog, and then he’ll be heading north. I sure like watching all your vlogs. Hope you meet up somewhere on the trail.

AND...besides the ankle and pain. The Sugar is causing all the depression. Stop the sugar and you'll feel better.

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

Not a sugar fan, but you need some on the trail.

why do you think soldiers wear boots and not shoes (fashion?_) Mid length in your case is not good enough. Your ankle must be kept as motionless as possible. Any twisting or turning of your ankle here will only worsen your condition but hey, you know everything, right? ( Apologies for that last comment but you are a difficult person to get a point across to)! :)

@MaryanneN_

18 күн бұрын

Because boots last longer; the military isn’t going to shell out new footwear multiple times a year. They’re also much heavier; the military doesn’t care if you have cinder blocks on your feet. But the average through hiker does.

@lets_go_see_

18 күн бұрын

@@MaryanneN_ you obviously don't know about boots. The idea is to lend support to the ankle so that is is not subjected to as much twisting and strain as in a shoe!

you shopped without proper advice! #1- Boot must be leather with a rubber or rubber-neoprene soul (like a car tire). No boot is waterproof! #2- Boot must reach ankle height for full support and laces must be able to wrap around the top of the boot. That means when you lace up the boot, you but a single knot at the top then wrap the lace around your boot (ankle) before securing with your final double knot, double bow stitch. (much like a hockey skate is laced.) #3- Boot must be able to hold a separate cushion insert (which is removed every night). #4- Boot with insert must fit snug. It must hug your foot without cramping and there can be no heel play or lateral foot movement when laced up. Style and practicality do not usually go together. #5- after purchase, purchase a good boot protector compound or liquid. Apply to entire boot (3 applications) an hour apart. #6- Wear a thin nylon sock and a good wool sock. The nylon will wic moisture away from foot and wool will absorb as well as keep your foot comfortable. Change socks everyday. #7- if by chance you step in deep water and the whole boot gets soaked you have 2 options. A---- stop for the day, B-----continue in the wet boot until you reach your camp ground, (no more than 2 hours in wet boot). #8- When you take off the wet boots, stuff them with dry cotton towels and lace them up tight and leave for 1 hour (remember to remove the insert first. After an hour, remove towels and open boots completely and allow to air dry. When you next put on the boot, it ay feel a bit tight but it will reshape itself within a mile or 2 of hiking. #9- Always carry a spare pair of laces. If you buy a boot and it doesn't work out, don't blame to boot or the viewer. It is because you chose the wrong boot. Remember, practicality and fashion, almost never co-exist. At least 2 of your viewers are watching out for you!!!! P.S. Make sure Largo gets a pair as well. He may have young feet but the grueling hike will exact a toll on his calves, ankles and legs in years to come and you don't want to be responsible for that!

@thomasreedy4751

18 күн бұрын

You seem way too invested in a stranger’s footwear.

@LynnStAubin-od5qe

18 күн бұрын

I’m interested in what long trail backpacking trips have you done and what years. I started backpacking 18 years ago and used hiking boots you speak of. Now 18 years later, I usually use trail runners. I only use boots if I’ll be in mud/water for many days.

@YTusercomment

18 күн бұрын

I don't know how so many of these Thru-Hikers love and use the Trail Runners. I must have something that rises high enough to provide some stabilization of my ankles. I can wear lower shoes for day walking...but for woodland hiking, I cannot...will roll an ankle easily. The only way I might be able to use Trail Runner shoes is if I used an Ace bandage to wrap my ankles like athletes do. I do understand the heavier boot counterpoint...I have a couple of pair of those and they are heavier even though they are great with providing ankle support. Currently, I am using a pair of GORUCK Boots as my "go-to" hiking boots. Really like their "MACV-1" boots...I have one pair I use for day or urban trekking. I took advantage of a deep sale on their website to get a second pair, one size larger than I normally wear...these are now my hiking footwear. The bit larger size allows me to wear a heavy winter sock, or use a sock liner with a wool sock...and have space so my toes do not "bump" the front of the boot when on down slopes. The GORUCK "MACV-1" or "MACV-2" boots are great, in that they are very lightweight but rise higher like a boot. They are like a very lightweight hybrid between a trail runner shoe and a jungle boot.

@lets_go_see_

18 күн бұрын

@@LynnStAubin-od5qe Treks with Jim, late 1990's to 2003. Concordia University Hiking Club Oiginal Organizer, The 42 peaks of New York, Vermont and New Hampshire. Hiked Mt. Washington twice in one week-end. Jungle Jim Trekking Adventures the Green Mountains of Vermont. Salzburg, snow cap hiking. Rocky Mountain Trails out of Alberta.

@LynnStAubin-od5qe

18 күн бұрын

@@lets_go_see_ are any of these over 300 miles in length?

The boots you bought. Is that a mest upper with a rubberized wral around? GARBAGE!

@WorldTowning

15 күн бұрын

And I love them.

No sympathy. You were given advice many many weeks ago about the boot issue but you would not listen! Now, get Largo his boots tomorrow.

@beckyraver7959

18 күн бұрын

No need to be rude about it ❤ 😢

@lets_go_see_

18 күн бұрын

@@beckyraver7959 did you warn her about footwear?

@WorldTowning

18 күн бұрын

People also warned me about the dangerous of full time travel with kids. Glad I did not listen, best decision ever. What works for one persons feet does not work for all. It is not just the boots…it was no rest days for 2 weeks and 10 pounds of extra pack weight in combination with an injury which may or may not be a result of shoes. Likely the shoes, but could be something else.

@abroadwandering

18 күн бұрын

Dude, no need act like this. I don't see anyone asking for sympathy. I see a strong courageous woman being honest with her experience...which is what most of us are here for. Everyone is different and what works for you is not one size fits all.

@MaineUSA

18 күн бұрын

More name dropping of countries you've been to