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The Attempt

The Attempt, brought to you by The Trek and Bad Cat Media, follows Benjamin Drachman during his attempted southbound (SOBO) thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail in 2019.

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12 | "It's possible if we just try it"

12 | "It's possible if we just try it"

Benjamin comes home and looks back on his time on the trail. And also, a few surprises.  The Attempt is produced by Ju... Read more

31 Mar 2020

33mins

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11 | "Go on a camping trip"

11 | "Go on a camping trip"

Benjamin loses his pillow. His body is falling apart. And every day, the finish line gets closer. The Attempt is pro... Read more

24 Mar 2020

37mins

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10 | 34 Hours in LA

10 | 34 Hours in LA

Benjamin takes a little break from the trail to hang out with our Uncle Eric in Los Angeles. The Attempt is produced... Read more

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9 | "I don't like sand"

9 | "I don't like sand"

It’s a rough transition, coming down from the Sierras. As he hikes through the desert, Benjamin starts to realize how cl... Read more

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8 | Ups and Downs

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7 | Peter's Attempt

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6 | "The trail is kinda glowing"

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5 | 500 miles

5 | 500 miles

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4 | "Things I'm grateful for"

4 | "Things I'm grateful for"

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3 | High spirits

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