My First 200 Miler in the Italian Alps - TOR DES GEANTS

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Jeff Pelletier

Jeff Pelletier

4 жыл бұрын

The 330 km TOR Des Geants is a race in the Italian Alps. The course heads counter-clockwise on the Alta Via 2 along the south side of the Aosta valley for the first half of the race, returning along the Alta Via 1 back to Courmayeur.
The 2018 TOR was my first 200 miler. What follows is just a brief look at my experience at the race, all the ups and the downs on my journey among the giants of the alps.
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@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 5 күн бұрын
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@paulpurves484
@paulpurves484 Жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff can’t emphasise enough how incredible and enjoyable your videos are long may you continue making them.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын
🙏
@BenParkes
@BenParkes 4 жыл бұрын
Great storytelling, unbelievable race, felt with you all the way. Thank you and congratulations!
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ben.
@markphilpottultra
@markphilpottultra Жыл бұрын
Your combined talents of storytelling, filmmaking, humility, and physical and mental strength make you an above average human being Jeff. Thank you for capturing the soul of the races you compete in, commentate on, and support others in. I am very pleased I found your channel. It is fast becoming a secret weapon in my own Ultra Running journey.
@benvoyageadventures987
@benvoyageadventures987 3 жыл бұрын
This has to be one of the best mountain trail videos on KZfaq. Can't stop watching it. 👍
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, I’m glad you enjoyed it!
@heymrguitarman7637
@heymrguitarman7637 5 ай бұрын
Seeing this 3 years late but man the effort that goes in to these is fantastic. Great content indeed. This channel is a gem
@deldridg
@deldridg 2 жыл бұрын
Immersive, inspirational, emotional and engaging. Jeff, you create rare works which are a marvellous counterforce to the negative signals that resound around us. For me, I watch your videos and certain questions arise - what are my limits?, can I be a better person tomorrow than I am today?, how can I engage others to experience the joys and strengths that come from a physical outdoor life?, etc. Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. My wife, kids and I are moved regularly by your journey and also spend as much time as we can self-powering in our beautiful country. In 2019 we were hiking in the Italian/Swiss alps and Norway. Thanks too for bringing us back to Europe during our lockdown! Cheers from Sydney - Dave
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Can't love this comment enough.
@sarahkingston7421
@sarahkingston7421 3 ай бұрын
Jeff I have to say as a fellow Canuck on the East coast in NS I have loved watching all your adventures, and the views. ohhhh myyyy. Your film style is amazing and it continues to feed my need to want to immerse my self even more into trail running. and long distances. Keep up the good work, both of you.
@HoffAppFarm
@HoffAppFarm 4 жыл бұрын
Wow!!! I found myself crying watching this...the beauty of those mountains...thank you for this! Congrats and well done!! This needs to be on my race list for the next year or so when the world returns to normal.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Joshua! It’s definitely one of the most beautiful places I’ve been.
@Marcus_Aurelius.
@Marcus_Aurelius. 2 жыл бұрын
keep grinding bro! We wait for u at the finish line with some beers and great wine
@ianshearer6813
@ianshearer6813 3 ай бұрын
Great channel! You have a gift for drawing the viewer into your story so that they are right along side you on each ascent and descent, feeling each step, the wind, rain, rays of sunlight, pain and joy. Thank you!
@RunwithJonah
@RunwithJonah 26 күн бұрын
These videos inspire me to not just ultrarun but find a way to get into these races
@beeclimbing9954
@beeclimbing9954 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, good on you Jeff! To shoot some gorgeous footage AND still place 64th out of 500 and the 1st time you participated at this race; I'd definitely call that a win :-) Thanks so much for taking the time to shoot, edit and score this film - brilliantly done. I look forward to watching further content from you.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Stay tuned for more.
@SewerDroid
@SewerDroid 3 жыл бұрын
Nice one! Made me relive the experience. I actually ran the race the same year. Started injured and really had a rough time finishing in 129 hours but it was an incredible experience. Thanks for sharing!
@alexmorgan3435
@alexmorgan3435 2 жыл бұрын
Never ever will I complain about physical discomfort ever again. A super human effort. Truly awesome achievement for ALL those who completed. Absolutely giant effort, literally. Tour of Giants.
@paulwilliams2814
@paulwilliams2814 Ай бұрын
Just rewatching this one while I wait for the MOAB film!
@renebaldon2136
@renebaldon2136 3 жыл бұрын
Vivo in Valla d'Aosta ed ho fatto il Tor, complimenti perché questo video riesce a trasmettere le emozioni, le gioie e le difficoltà del Tor!! Bravo sia per il video che per la gara.
@kathfern
@kathfern 2 күн бұрын
oh boy! I cried at the end of this one....what an amazing race! Congratulations!
@madmanswhispers
@madmanswhispers 3 жыл бұрын
Everybody that runs this race or even part of it is a hero to me. I watch stuff like this while I run. You're all pushing what most people would even believe is possible.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@sergiootorre
@sergiootorre 4 жыл бұрын
I must confess: what a great video you have done! The way you did everything was outstanding! It made me realize that it must be a lifetime experience that every trail runner must do!... Fantastic and thanks for sharing with us all those moments. ;)
@Hoehensucht
@Hoehensucht 4 жыл бұрын
Not great, not nice, not awesome...just beautiful. I have never seen such an indescribable documentation. The perfect cut of different scenes (POV, landscape, people etc.). Your respect for the alps/nature, the volunteers, the people comes out in every second. All this combined with a soft voice and silent music that fits to every scene. Everything is on point and watching your video was def. one of the best 45 min. Thanks for sharing your journey !
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks for leaving such a thoughtful comment and for the kind words. 🙏 Glad you enjoyed the film so much!
@jwpickup1
@jwpickup1 Жыл бұрын
Truly excellent video - captures the majesty, the suffering, everything. I'm inspired.
@scottyarellano
@scottyarellano 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video brother! I love the chill minimalist vibe for such a massive adventure.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Scotty!
@scrubjay93
@scrubjay93 2 жыл бұрын
More cowbell! I almost didn't watch this video and I'm so glad I watched it! One set of my grandparents immigrated from Switzerland ~1917 and ended up in Portland, Oregon; soon other family members followed. My cousins managed a small fishery on Lake Lucerne from generations back. I traveled there in the 80s, but I don't know if I will ever see it again. Your film made me appreciate the Alps and surrounding areas so much more! I love the sound of the cowbells; it must be in my blood.
@edg84
@edg84 3 жыл бұрын
Great film. I'm surprised you don't have more followers. I'm a long distance hiker rather than a trail runner, but appreciate your film-making skills and style of presenting your trips.
@NikitaBorisov
@NikitaBorisov 2 жыл бұрын
The smiling and hugging people at the end of the race were such a nice touch!
@georgebrett1378
@georgebrett1378 2 жыл бұрын
The first video of yours I watched was the Quebec Mega Trail and this is the second. I have from my youth been a runner including 4 marathons, but what you both do is amazing. We now live in Australia where much of the natural beauty here has been destroyed by fires and floods. I have so enjoyed seeing the natural beauty of Canada through you videos. Thank you both very much and best wishes for your future endeavours. George Brett
@historyhypehub
@historyhypehub 4 жыл бұрын
At the end of my 128 kilometers at Transgrancanaria this weekend I swore to myself that I would never run again. But after watching this amazing video I know I have to do Tor Des Geants one day :D
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
TOR is a bucket list race for sure. Congrats on Transgrancanaria! I hope to run that myself one day.
@callofduty123ism
@callofduty123ism 7 ай бұрын
Over 200 miles and days without sleep, how can I resist? Amazing video from the start! I will be running my first 50k in Vallarta in 2 weeks and your videos are quite a motivation right now!
@maxkreienbaum
@maxkreienbaum 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning, Jeff. Great footage, great race and a fantastic voice you have for these videos. Thank you so much for making this.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Max! 🙏
@JavierISampedroTNF
@JavierISampedroTNF 3 жыл бұрын
Such an amazing experience in those mountains, full of energy by the people. I am not sure I would be able to accomplish something that hard, my admiration and respect to all the finishers.
@inkjob12
@inkjob12 4 жыл бұрын
So good.....in fact...this was GREAT! Love your videos Jeff. Not only a Great runner but you are one hell of a great videographer. Soooooo Gooooood !
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words Randy, I appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed the film.
@eldritchmonsterofnorfolk7253
@eldritchmonsterofnorfolk7253 6 ай бұрын
Your videos are insanely high quality, it’s like we are right there with you. Fantastic video quality and the whole production is so professional. Thank you for letting us a peek into these races and into this lifestyle.
@bongrobs
@bongrobs 2 жыл бұрын
awesome awesome awesome ... love the tone of your films, nothing exaggerated, nothing overdone. thank u.
@kevindecoteau3186
@kevindecoteau3186 2 жыл бұрын
Great reception from the locals. The beauty of the place is overwhelming.
@EmGeeification
@EmGeeification Жыл бұрын
I think this has to be my new favourite trail running video. Bravo. Goosebumps
@MauroCattelani
@MauroCattelani 2 жыл бұрын
This is just unbelievable...but magnificent! Congratulations! I didn't think this was even possible before watching your wonderful movie.
@CanadianSledDog
@CanadianSledDog Жыл бұрын
What a great film! This is some quality stuff! That condition of extreme exhaustion I keep hearing about in ultra running films is familiar to me from when I worked as a truck driver. Short term memory loss, blackouts, totally forgetting where I am and why (my favorite), loss of balance, the limits of caffeine, and yes, food works for me when coffee stops working too! I've had more 36 hour shifts than I care to remember, not to mention the cumulative sleep deprivation when you get only a couple hours a night for multiple days. It sounds kinda fun to me to experience that while on my own feet in nature, dangerous but fun.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын
Interesting how similar that is! Just goes to show how important sleep is, whether doing a physically or mentally demanding activity.
@ririemarilyn
@ririemarilyn 4 жыл бұрын
Ive watch countless "1 man" running film/videos as Im a fan of trail running myself.. man you're the best! the moment, scenery just made my eyes a bit watery. Thank you for taking me/us into your journey! God I love ultra!
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words!
@RealGood10
@RealGood10 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic film Jeff! You should have gotten extra points for filming 😜. I know how hard it is to do ANYTHING when exhausted, even just taking the camera out of your pocket. Thanks for sharing!
@andreapalma194
@andreapalma194 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry for my english.... thank you for your very very special work.... i remebered my TOR.... Dont forget my friend who you are..... a GIANT....un GIGANTE :-)
@micheleberutti4307
@micheleberutti4307 2 жыл бұрын
bravissimo for your Tor and adventure. i'm proud to listen good words about my country; about women and men that worked without any gain but the joy and the convintion they did just the right thing
@lucaandcoffee
@lucaandcoffee 2 жыл бұрын
Congrats Jeff for the amazing storytelling of your adventure. This is definitely the best video on the internet about Tor. And congrats for the result: you are a “Géant”!
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Luca!
@rorotech637
@rorotech637 Жыл бұрын
Exceptional. You say sometime so hard but I am impressed about your poker face...you look enjoying and not tired at all. I know you probably film only when good energy but still.... Congrat Bro.
@JimCheesmanSpain
@JimCheesmanSpain 4 ай бұрын
Great vid, just like my race last year. And I would *so* much like to do it again, if it weren't so damn expensive!!!
@littlebritton1
@littlebritton1 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! I'm looking forward to TDG this year after 3 years of waiting! Such a beautiful race, of which I was lucky to be a part of in the Tot Dret last year, although I didn't finish. The Aosta Valley is a magical place and it's people are so welcoming. I can't wait to go back!
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
The Aosta Valley really is unique! Best of luck at TDG this year 💪
@laktat_intolerant
@laktat_intolerant 4 жыл бұрын
this film is underrated! thank you so much for this hard and good work!
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Marius! Glad you enjoyed it.
@reysaj
@reysaj Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this wonderful experience. It's like I am having a tour at TOR too.
@MichaelKiena
@MichaelKiena 4 жыл бұрын
Loved watching it! Thank you!
@ryanwhite6859
@ryanwhite6859 Ай бұрын
Amazing thank you.
@deborahaltenbeck3380
@deborahaltenbeck3380 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Thank you for sharing this unique experience and those great views! Incredible achievement! It is truly inspiring.
@mikekiss648
@mikekiss648 3 жыл бұрын
Great video!!
@cedricdesforges4269
@cedricdesforges4269 3 жыл бұрын
One or the best ultratrail movie that i ve seen...great runner and great movie maker ! What a man 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words 🙏
@evabernal4890
@evabernal4890 2 жыл бұрын
Truly Amazing!
@carlroland3947
@carlroland3947 10 ай бұрын
another brilliant video!
@aksasquatch49th
@aksasquatch49th Жыл бұрын
Wow! Just wow 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@Fifrel1n
@Fifrel1n Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you!
@ecalzo
@ecalzo 2 жыл бұрын
WOW.. this is a dream.. one day i hope it will became reality for me ..
@TheDeclancox
@TheDeclancox 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent job!
@matteoloropiana7701
@matteoloropiana7701 2 жыл бұрын
amazing video!! Congratsss
@shayrickles-mcgreal7122
@shayrickles-mcgreal7122 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, loved it.
@kyours7
@kyours7 4 жыл бұрын
What an awesome video! Watching this made relive that magical journey through Aosta again. Thank you!!
@thierrygrivel2524
@thierrygrivel2524 4 жыл бұрын
I live in Courmayeur, and this is a fantastic video! See you next year
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! What a wonderful place it must be to call home.
@brunosetrin7878
@brunosetrin7878 2 жыл бұрын
Magnifique !
@baasbaasje6960
@baasbaasje6960 4 жыл бұрын
Extraordinary film. Thank you!
@masie8810
@masie8810 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting and sharing your experience. It is a wonderful movie !!
@chinhchuduc4222
@chinhchuduc4222 11 ай бұрын
Hi Jeff, I just want to hop on here and say thank you to you. Your videos has been a great inspiration for me to go out and run as well. Keep up the good work!
@Harta23
@Harta23 Жыл бұрын
Italy's woooso nice country and beautiful Place Thank you so much for Great sharing 💕💕
@UDR-Channel
@UDR-Channel 3 жыл бұрын
Gr8 video, thank you for the inspiration
@nihao4587
@nihao4587 Жыл бұрын
another great episode. well done Jeff!
@claramalaterre8794
@claramalaterre8794 2 жыл бұрын
So mooving ! Bravo and congrats ! So inspiring, thank you :)
@alexr1524
@alexr1524 4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant film, Many thanks.
@VascoDanielNunes-hq8iw
@VascoDanielNunes-hq8iw 9 ай бұрын
Congrats from Sintra Lisboa that's TOR ♥️
@huldi
@huldi 4 жыл бұрын
What an amazing movie! Thank you!
@philippwiedmann
@philippwiedmann 2 жыл бұрын
What a great Video! Thank you for sharing and congrats for finishing so fast! :)
@asdfghjklyzxcvbnm
@asdfghjklyzxcvbnm 3 жыл бұрын
ridiculous! epic! ridiculously epic!
@gillygill292
@gillygill292 3 жыл бұрын
Great video 👏👏
@ooiboonseongful
@ooiboonseongful 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing the insights for your TDG adventure. This inspires me to partake TDG in the future.
@ryanwhite6859
@ryanwhite6859 2 жыл бұрын
Loved it.
@kimmokarppinen-ultrarunnin7967
@kimmokarppinen-ultrarunnin7967 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video and brings me a lot of memories on my 2022 race. Thank you!
@carni6319
@carni6319 2 жыл бұрын
You two are awesome.
@gregood
@gregood Жыл бұрын
Impressionnant BRAVO !
@mikekiss648
@mikekiss648 2 жыл бұрын
and another awesome video from Jeff
@stijndeklerk
@stijndeklerk 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful route, what a blast, well done.
@TohuWaBohu
@TohuWaBohu 2 жыл бұрын
Great run and great film 👍thanks alot for let us contribute to your jurney 🤩 my wife and I have been hiking alta via 1 and 2 a couple of years ago. It took some weeks 😉 greets from Germany. Keep on running 👈
@kalammekhar3200
@kalammekhar3200 4 жыл бұрын
Great movie and an amazing achievement!
@jpgregor
@jpgregor 3 жыл бұрын
Congrats to the race and video. Probably my favorite running documentary. The Colle Lazoney part blew my mind.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words JP! Happy trails.
@davidmathile6954
@davidmathile6954 3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, you're a warrior !!!
@ridhabelabbaci8776
@ridhabelabbaci8776 10 ай бұрын
What a ride you took us through. A new fan here...
@gooddoogs
@gooddoogs 3 жыл бұрын
Very inspiring video. Well done on completing the race.
@martijnquist9777
@martijnquist9777 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Very inspiring
@wootcrisp
@wootcrisp 2 жыл бұрын
Well done Jeff. What an experience!
@fabianmeisel9149
@fabianmeisel9149 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. Awesome pictures. Really authentic.
@richardnixon4345
@richardnixon4345 2 жыл бұрын
Uplifting. Great video and effort. Thank you
@kaskorraky9473
@kaskorraky9473 4 жыл бұрын
You in spire me. Congratulations and thank you
@grigoredemerji8371
@grigoredemerji8371 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic achievement! Thanks a lot for sharing your experience :)
@jasonmanikel
@jasonmanikel 3 жыл бұрын
Really amazing, Jeff! Thanks so much for sharing. Tragic - really - that you haven’t got more views...! I’m sure your channel will catch on. Excellent, inspiring, beautiful content.
@JeffPelletier
@JeffPelletier 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jason, I really appreciate it!
@OCDsucks
@OCDsucks Жыл бұрын
Fantastic. Inspiring. I’m doing my first 55 miler soon. Then my first 100 in April 2023. 200 is something nearly unthinkable for me but I’m excited to do it in the future when my body is ready. Great video!
@maartenbln
@maartenbln 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos motivate me so hard to keep training for my first trail! Keep up the work, Jeff! Much appreciated!
@joachimverheij9432
@joachimverheij9432 3 жыл бұрын
Nice movie! Thanks
@DominicSavard
@DominicSavard Жыл бұрын
Amazing storytelling and trail !! Great job Jeff
@mij9196
@mij9196 4 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Great job 👍
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