The Best Backcountry Backpacking Trip in Southern California? 2 Days, 64 Creek Crossings:
No, that’s not an exaggeration: While backpacking in Los Padres National Forest, #BadHIkers cross the Manzana Creek 64 times in the quest to camp at an abandoned 127-year-old schoolhouse. Brittany is thrilled about vegan jerky, Andy makes some fish friends, and together we declare Manzana Trail Loop in Santa Barbara our favorite backpacking trip in Southern California.
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DJI Mavic Mini – A tiny drone (249 grams), perfect for hikers:
GoPro HERO9 – GoPro’s 5K waterproof, durable action cam:
DJI Osmo Pocket – Pocket-sized camera with amazing stabilization:
—WHAT WE’RE WEARING—
–Andy’s Gear–
Fjallraven Vidda Pro Ventilated Trousers:
The North FaceHyperlayer FD Crew Shirt:
Garmin fenix 6S Pro Solar Multisport GPS Watch:
Altra Lone Peak 4 Low RSM Trail-Running Shoes:
Xero Shoes Z-Trail Sandals – Men’s:
–Brittany’s Gear–
Patagonia Ridge Flow Shirt:
Lowa Lady Light GTX Hiking Boots:
Xero Shoes Z-Trail Sandals – Women’s:
Fjallraven Abisko Trekking Tight in Black:
Hyperlite Mountain Gear 3400 Junction Backpack (Similar):
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WHO ARE YOU? AND WHY ARE YOU BAD AT HIKING?
We’re Andy and Brittany. We live in Los Angeles with our two cats, Prius and Tumbleweed. Andy is pretty proficient at surviving in nature. Brittany is a reformed indoor kid who just learned how to use a map. Together, we’re seeing where our feet will take us.
The goal of this channel is to show you there’s no such thing as being bad at hiking―it’s all about the journey! As long as you stay safe, leave no trace, and remember to have fun, any hike is a worthy adventure.
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Edit, my lady friend here reminded me in 2021 I'm not supposed to list all those spots here, bad etiquette she says, oh well, i listed half a dozen of my secret LA spots here earlier, pm if you want to know them, Cheers love your videos.
I love your late starts, after my own heart, always sunset on my trips too.
I'm from Santa Ynez and grew up hiking, riding, and exploring these hills and mountains. So glad you had a great time!
Earlier this year we went to Manzana Narrows. Maybe this fall we will come back and go the way you did.
Your video shows how good friends you are also it shows how much you both love nature.
How beautiful the world is, everyone should go there and explore, but all countries have to destroy the world with a nuclear explosion.
Best wishes for further hiking 🤞 stay healthy 💪
Nice view drone guys, awesome
I'm doing this hike this weekend! You think it would be easy to find a spot to hang a hammock at the campground?
Nice one guys beautiful area loved that little cabin
Nice Video! Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to see more 😍
I have no idea why this video has down votes but its crazy. The vibe you give is awesome and I love it! Awesome video guys! Ugh your vids are making me want to get back to CA!
7:16 what sandals did you buy? I’m looking for some great light weight sandals. Awesome channel. Subbed
You two always have the most amazing finds! That is a crazy thought with the schoolhouse only accessed once the river is at a reasonable level.
WOW that's wild!! Never knew one trail can have so many river crossings. You guys rocked it!! The School house was pretty cool as well, its like seeing outer space being in there. Great video guys, thanks for sharing! We will be waiting patiently for next Friday haha
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New subscriber here! Coming from Backpacking with Buckley’s page where I saw your name in the comments. I was already smiling in the first two seconds of watching!!
You two are way too good at your craft to only have 200 subscribers. Please keep up the good work. The followers will come.
Can't beat a view like that at the camping spot! That was beautiful! I am always amazed at seeing the beauty of Cali! Looked like a great backpacking adventure!
You guys are making me want to go on a trip like this! Great video!!
I’m so jealous! Love to watch and hear your comments
Great trip vid. It really knocked our snocks off 😆
There's nothing "fake" about Solvang! This town was built by Danish immigrants many of which still reside and operate many of the business here. It remains a culturally significant for the Nordic, even for the ones who come here to visit from Europe regularly. So how is it fake exactly?
Awesome! Definetly adding it to my list for the next time I'm up there camping at Lake Cachuma!
Awesome time!
Best Jeff Probst voice: 2 days! 2 creepy old buildings! 64 stream crossings! 1 wrong turn! 2 survivors!