The Double Crossing Of The Grand Canyon: Rim to Rim to Rim (48 Miles)

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On March 19, 2022 a small group of like-minded adventure seekers sought out to run the double crossing of the Grand Canyon (48 Miles/77 Kilometers) in a single day. We descended down the Bright Angel trail, across the Colorado River and through the Canyon before we ascended up the North Kaibab trail to the nearly 8,300' North Rim only to turn around and do it all over again.
This is the film of our traverse through one of the most stunning places on Earth, what we brought with us, the highs and lows and everything in between.
Thanks to all the members of the Adventure Club and a special thanks to Hilary Matheson and Mark Griffith for the additional footage.
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Excited to check this one off the adventure bucket list!
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© Billy Yang Films, LLC 2022

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@toddfernandez3048 2 года назад

Thanks Billy. I'm an ultra runner recovering from a major injury. I've found myself walking, slowly, on my treadmill and watching through all of your videos. You have an innate ability to make me still feel like part of the ultra community. When I watch race coverage, especially races I had to withdraw from, its hard because I'm looking at what I'm missing. Videos like this keep reminding me why I'm working so hard to come back and why its not about the time or the finish its about the journey. It keeps my head right when my legs hurt.

@BillyYang 2 года назад

You ARE a part of the ultra community. No doubt getting injured feels lonely...but we will always be here waiting. Keep working on the journey!

@toddfernandez3048 2 года назад

@@BillyYang I don't even know what to say here...wow. What a kind thing to say.

@motivationtheoryrunning 2 года назад

Best of luck in your recovery Todd!

@sebastians.792 2 года назад

Wish you all the best fellow runner! Keep up the strong spirit and work!! 👍👍

@yeraysosatrujillo5085 2 года назад

You are not alone bro. Soon we will be fully recovered. I wish you all the best from Switzerland.

@yoloswaggins4427 2 года назад

"Film when you dont want to film" - otherwise you wont get that footage. I cant blelieve id pick up that camera after 40 miles but boy was it worth it mate. For me the whole video is vibing with positive energy - the smile of your girlfirend even after like 40 miles getting you distracted and up that last pitch said everything for me. Great work Billy !

@kevinfink9181 2 года назад

Hilary is just filled with boundless energy and enthusiasm for an adventure isn't she? She's a keeper

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Indeed! ❤️

@PhilWrightcmd 2 года назад

Billy, that is - by far - the best capturing of the GC I have seen. It’s twelve years since I’ve been and your film has me itching to go back and experience the vastness and beauty of the canyon again. R2R2R is my bucket list adventure. Time to start planning. Love it. Thank you.

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Love it - appreciate the kind words Phil!

@booyahgrandmama 2 года назад

I have yet to make it to the GC in my 42 years of living on this blue ball. After watching this I want to take my wife and young kids to experience this natural wonder. Thank you for sharing!

@cpruns4501 2 года назад

I was just thinking this exact thing! 43 years for me but my wife and kids (and me) need to see this bad boy:)

@jefferyjeffers1703 2 года назад

Billy, you've done it again. Another well shot, brilliantly narrated film. You inspire a lot of people. Keep it going. Big ups.

@JayArizona216 6 месяцев назад

You did the easy way, hehe. You are supposed to start and end at the North rim since it is 1000ft higher in elevation. Now back and do it right.

@stevebacue9782 3 месяца назад

Good idea

@pranayama-running-Jendrik 2 года назад

Yeah a new video of you billy 🙏👍 I love your amazing and epic videos about running 😍👍 exspecialy the video called life in a day about western states 100 🥰 At some point of this epic video i have to cry a few times when all the runners are climb up the mountain at the beginning of the race Great job dude 🔥👍

@bronconv 2 года назад

“If you want to be humbled in the best way possible” perfectly describes the feeling finishing the R2R2R. I got goosebumps when you guys first headed down BA. Brings back memories of my R2R2R! Thx for sharing!

@belindabernard1276 2 года назад

That line got me too ! So beautifully stated and so accurate

@DanStone1025 2 года назад

Billy, I haven't run in several years, and after watching this I'm thinking I need to get back to it. Thanks for sharing your journeys and inspiring the running world.

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Thank you. I hope you come back to find us Dan.

@buckwheatohara 2 года назад

Dan. Please start slow go just a few blocks. And a few months you'll be able to do a 5K

@DanStone1025 2 года назад

@@buckwheatohara lol, thanks

@Mr_Nobody913 2 года назад

One simple word comes to mind: Inspiring

@yowie1175 2 года назад

She's a keeper Billy. 48 miles and she is smiles all the way. That's an attitude and mindset few people have.

@alexbickers 2 года назад

R2R2R was a life changing experience that brought my friends and I closer together on our spiritual and personal journeys. It is a journey to respect and truly take the time to slow down and experience all the canyon offers.

@guzgrant 2 года назад

Banging video. As someone who spends their mornings shifting around the Surrey Hills in England. As grateful as I am for the trees and comparably tiny incline routes its hard not to be envious of spectacular vistas available across the Atlantic.

@agamemnonroumeliotis5511 2 года назад

Always a joyful surprise to have one of Billy’s videos available!! Great footage accompanied by one of the best story tellers ever on RU-vid!! Thank you Billy for all of your excellent work! Hope that someday I will be able to visit GC!!!🙏🙏🙏

@chrisnagy4067 2 года назад

Thank you for the amazing film! Last spring, after poorly preparing, I ran down to Indian Springs with my 14 year old, the climb out was tough but absolutely and literally breathtaking. I really wanted to get away from the tourists and just experience the canyon and your film captured it beautifully. I can't wait for the opportunity to go further next time.

@lazazaza 2 года назад

Thank you for putting kilometers and meter in video, it is much more understanding for the rest of the world! Great video as always!

@BillyYang 2 года назад

👌🏼👌🏼

@runfargetlost991 2 года назад

It's been a dream of mine to run rim to rim to rim. I am not there yet as far as endurance, but one day I will be ready to join you guys!

@jacobharless1297 2 года назад

Billy Yang Films = GOAT of Ultrarunning filmmakers. Thanks for all the inspiring content year after year :)

@BillyYang 2 года назад

🙏🏼🙏🏼

@andycrosier3541 7 месяцев назад

"This place is much too perfect and beautiful for it to just happen by accident". Couldn't agree more! Now, in relation to belief in God; just look in the mirror -you would be even more able to say the same thing! Look into Jesus Christ and His truth claims, you'll never regret it!

@timbo1476 2 года назад

Thanks Billy. Great video as always. Happy for you and your Girlfriend. Great couple. Wishing you all the best.

@shawnbrennan7526 2 года назад

Nice video. Congrats to you, Hillary, and the rest of your friends on the successful challenge.

@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 2 года назад

"It's virtually impossible to not be in awe of this place" ~Billy Yang I've painted many times along the rim of the Grand Canyon and almost always, the reactions you hear echo your sentiment. But, too often I've heard people get out of their cars, walk to the edge and say something like... "We've seen it now, can we go!?!", or "What's the big deal, it's just a hole in the ground?" Makes me sad for them, ya know? Thanks for this inspiring video!!

@cyclonmaster 2 года назад

Very cool...nice scenery...beautiful, but so scary 😲

@santoslagunaacademydallasf9395 8 месяцев назад

Not a runner here but your video was great! Looking forward to hiking (old man), not running, the canyon in the future! Great narrative, great music selection, and great camera work! Thank you for sharinig!

@evan447 2 года назад

Another awesome video, next summer Banff Canada? The Rock Wall?!

@x.bobbybo 2 года назад

Great film, thanks for sharing. Are you using the black diamond distance 8 pack? I’ve been eyeing it, how do you think it feels while running? Seems like it bounces around a bit.

@markmm1066 2 года назад

This was incredible. In 2019 a buddy and I did SK -> PR -> BA after realizing that we were not prepared for a full R2R2R. This year we are scheduled for the full distance in October. Thank you for this amazing motivation to get my ass up and moving!

@michaelmoschella9358 6 месяцев назад

Want to make an additional comment . After reading other peoples comments, I felt it necessary to comment further. Your girl is definitely a keeper. Making the most important decision in your life is not easy. Marry her . If not, please send me her phone number....... Good luck to you both.

@BillyYang 6 месяцев назад

Haha, we did end up getting married last year…she’s definitely a keeper! ❤

@thomasbright4833 2 года назад

Great film. That’s an amazing accomplishment. I too have done double crosses but not running and no where near the speed you accomplished this in. I’ve taken a dozen people down to Phantom and back over the years. The first time I did a double cross was 4/15-4/16/2000 after doing a hikes down to Phantom and back and 2 incrementally longer hikes until I reached Cottonwood Campground and back nonstop. I took the S. Kaibab/N.Kaibab there and N.K./Bright Angle back. I made it to the north at night and walked to the lodge. I stayed in the lower level of the gazebo of the lodge where there was a sofa. The next morning to my surprise there were a number of people walking about the N. Rim when I returned to the trail. COVID-19 has stopped me from doing anything the past 2 years but I hope to return to do a double cross again by 2024.

@Backcountryhiker 10 месяцев назад

I can't imagine---i can not imagine. I kind of wish I had the "want" to do something like that, but I don't. Good for you, I think! 🙂

@smirnowski 2 года назад

Great video, Billy. Your love for the running community is so inspiring. Thanks for sharing!

@rafaelhidalgo 2 года назад

Billy is back! Yet another Awesome film Billy. Thank you! A little more than a year ago I came across your channel with “the why” of 100 miles. It inspired me and I joined the trail running community by completing my first 100 with 6’200mD+ in the Swiss Alps last september. It also inspired me to start my youtube channel. It has helped me put words on my values that I am sharing with my children. It has given me a heading. For this, a big thank you and hope to see you on the trails!

@stevebeschakis9775 4 месяца назад

I just did that one, and I'm still "not a particularly religious person."

@NathanielSkinnerMusic 2 года назад

4:07 Personally, I've found the most important pack item on big adventures like these is a wad of $2 bills. ;) Great production Billy!

@troybush5899 2 года назад

Good eye!

@MarkGriffith 2 года назад

Love the sentiment- such a great long run on a long day on a deep and Grand Canyon!

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Thanks for coming along on the adventure MG!

@davidbenoit3765 2 года назад

Excellent and inspiring, as usual. Thank you!

@Justintime246 5 месяцев назад

Incredible feat! What hat are you two wearing?!

@stevewales-uk 2 года назад

I love your videos, and I love your philosophy. Take care my friend.

@runningwithaj 2 года назад

Now I wanna go and run the Grand Canyon! That was awesome. Great concept too. Meeting up yearly to just run something is a great idea. Thanks for creating that. I loved it.

@patrickhordista9682 2 года назад

Billy, thanks for sharing this film. You always make the best inspirational running videos. Crossed the majestic grand canyon solo last year and cannot agree with you more on how such an experience humbles oneself and makes us realize how small we are in grand scheme of God’s creation. We’re putting together a group this year to cross the rim and we are sharing your video to inspire the group. Keep doing what you’re doing Billy cause you inspire a lot of people, ordinary trail running junkies like me. Great work!

@chaseadventures Год назад

Smashed it y'all! I need to go do this! I mean not in one day...but yah 😜

@djscootersmooth9467 2 года назад

Wow. I visited the Grand Canyon last as a tourist....now I want to visit it as a runner. 🏃‍♂️ P.S. great video and a real inspiration....I literally just added this to my bucket list and sent the video to my running partners. Maybe I can get a group run to go.

@nsot8 2 года назад

You guys are all so awesome. I need to make the trip South of the border soon I guess!

@FabianLopez49 2 года назад

“Oh, we’re gonna run it in?” 😂

@am4399 2 года назад

By far the best documentary I’ve seen of this bucket list adventure. Flying down on May 18th to do it, and more excited than ever. Thanks for sharing 😉

@hoaphuong003 2 года назад

First time watching your video. Awesome!

@ChristophPuetz 2 года назад

Love it. Did this 2.5 years ago and I am itching to do it again. Until then - this awesome movie will fill the void. Thank you.

@timlee7281 2 года назад

Loved this, great job guys! Very inspiring and grateful you shared the story :)

@chrishowell8135 2 года назад

Great film, much respect for what you accomplished after recently visiting Grand Canyon and doing some modest hiking. My advice to others, don't wait till you are 64 years old (like me), get out there and see the majestic Grand Canyon!

@mirandaheath5511 2 года назад

This was beautiful to watch. Thank you for sharing your journey!

@runhanrunnl 2 года назад

Awesome. Thanx for sharing your trip with us, providing us with great scenery. Marvelous memories.

@kbville34 2 года назад

I want that hat. Bring back your hats!

@paulbrunner1818 2 года назад

Superb! I did it in 2008. Your video brought back good memories!

@davidbaker5725 2 года назад

Billy, , your films never disappoint !!!! That was amazing!!!!

@Nonbeliever592 2 года назад

Billy I'm so happy you exist I'm in a natural transition from road marathoning to trails & ultras & this community you've allowed me to have a window seat too have been such a peace, pleasure, & much needed joy! I always hope it's as welcoming to me a Muslim of color in real life as it beautifully appears to be On video! in i love you all it's super inspiring & motivating ❤️

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Brother, we are ALL super-inclusive and welcoming. If ANYONE gives you a hard time based on your appearance, you let me know and I'll turn a mob on them! ;)

@Nonbeliever592 2 года назад

@@BillyYang I love it here!!! it's sister tho 😂😂😂😂🧕🏽🧕🏽🧕🏽🧕🏽🧕🏽🧕🏽

@redtops5160 2 года назад

From the East coast. A few years ago in my early 50s, did the South Kaibab Trail to Phantom ranch, stayed in the dorms and came up Bright Angel Tr the next morning. Went in early Oct. It wasn't easy but not tough at all. When I was coming up Bright Angel I purposely walked slow because being in those surroundings is so surreal. A true Lifetime experience. Saw one or two Rim runners, they were so focused on time that they didn't appear to be enjoying the scenery. Grand Canyon is one place where I would not run, walk and take in nature and scenery.

@On2Feet 2 года назад

Very well said Billy....and it looks like you had a moving and poignant experience (it's hard not too in the Canyon). Being a geoscientist living in Flagstaff, I feel absolutely spoiled that I can go up for a R2R2R....essentially on a whim.

@NS-wh1cx 2 года назад

Billy ALWAYS delivering the goods....

@j.w.matney8390 2 года назад

Great intro. Rest of the film was equally great.

@donnatrocks 2 года назад

perfect timing for this video as we are doing this same thing Saturday!'

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Best of luck Donna - hope you love it!

@Marcela.Isabel 2 года назад

Billy!! You look happier, healthier & just overall in great standing. I am so happy for you!

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Thanks Marcela! 🙏🏼❤️

@dannyjacobs6734 2 года назад

Dang if Hilary didn't knock it out of the park! Not only did she not appear to be tired, but chatty the whole time! People like her can absolutely keep your spirits up when you're ready to throw in the towel.

@BillyYang 2 года назад

She’s the best adventure partner ❤️

@brendana6760 2 года назад

Love the storytelling and cinematic content. This channel truly stands out 👍

@pavelmanchik826 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing. This truly brought back amazing memories of running R2R2R October of 2019.

@timruiz3029 9 месяцев назад

Billy, what running pack did you use for this adventure?

@BillyYang 9 месяцев назад

It's a Black Diamond Distance Pack..8L I believe?

@rrrrrrtt1 2 года назад

You're wrong that cooked riced balls looks amazing!! Don't underestimate your cooking preparation skills! :) Thanks for this great great hike! I enjoyed it very much.

@mackdlite5900 2 года назад

Hillary is a babe and you two are super cute together.

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Agreed and thanks! Love having her as an adventure partner ❤️

@HilaryAnn 2 года назад

🤓🤓

@GokuRunner 2 года назад

Loved my trip doing R2R2R this brought back good memories of it. Definitely a must do. Thanks for the vid.

@alwaysuseless 2 года назад

Oh, of course, Billy Yang! Congratulations on the run and wonderful film. I'm an ultra runner, almost certainly older than anyone in your entire group. Never been to the north rim. I've hiked down to the river and back up with a friend from the south rim. A good day's hike. Half way down, you realize the canyon is twice as deep as it looks from the top. An amazing experience! Thanks for doing this. As always, beautifully shot and brilliantly edited.

@mikes7654 2 года назад

Fantastic video Billy ! The beauty is incredible! When you crossed the bridge in the beginning, and the water was a turquoise color….. oh wow ! I’ve always said, id rather live by the mountains than by the ocean. Thanks for your videos 🙂👍

@jimgordon3152 2 года назад

Way cool. Excellent video as always.

@the987abc 2 года назад

AI brought me to your channel and boy it hit he nail on the head. Running vicariously through you guys, thank you. Haven’t done an ultra yet but who knows… Thanks again!

@BeyondtheButter 2 месяца назад

I'm so glad I stumbled across your channel! Great video! What is the knee brace/sleeve you're using?

@markdalton3900 2 года назад

Iwould be afraid of falling off the edge !

@keithborrett7962 2 года назад

another fantastic film! cheers Billy👊

@kennymiranda8676 2 года назад

What camera do you use for the runs? Awesome footage and new subscriber here!

@BillyYang 2 года назад

GoPro mostly for this one

@pathtoultra 2 года назад

I ran the same route in May and it was the most meaningful and impactful adventure of my life. I came back in January from our home in Florida to run the Canyon again. The snow made it even more beautiful than the first😊. How can I join your adventure tribe😉? Another great video Billy!

@silentqueue2344 2 года назад

Great trip. For others doing this, if there's a way you can shuttle, or run, over to the South Kaibab trail to begin the trip, do it. It's steeper than Bright Angel but SO beautiful in the morning, out to Skeleton Point in particular.

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Def agree. We just started way too early to get any views of our surroundings

@joebenbow3803 2 года назад

Cheers Billy from New Zealand. I’m a fan of your videos and podcasts and really enjoyed this one. I missed out on WS lottery this year. But hopefully I can get over in the next few years and add GCR2R on as a side trip. Looks spectacular!

@josephmcmullin8406 2 года назад

Fabulous effort. I am so impressed. Just going down to Bright Angel Campground is tough, but all the way to North Rim and back wow.

@MrBecker666 2 года назад

Cool man...we left vegas around 6pm arrived to the camp site around11:50pm ..woke up around 5am & started around 6am the bright angel route hit the river around noon made a bit progress towards phantom but turned around before the bridge hang around at Indian garden till about 5:30pm &started the climb back ran out of water/food and got dark on us no flashlight caught up with another group going slowly but they had light so we hang together till we hit back the starting point around 10:30pm the moon came out and brighthen everything ...really hungry&no food no water so we left to look for some place to eat and a hotel...all eating places closed found a hotel&only ate vending machine stuff. BTW we were doing a coast to coast drive. I'll dig the videos&publish some clips

@admiralcapn 2 года назад

4:03 - unexpected $2 bills!

@am.perronace 2 года назад

Hi Billy, a huge fan of your work from Rome, Italy. Your videos are very inspiring, they're a good reminder to never stop exploring the world. If you ever want to experience a lesser known part of Italy I highly recommend checking out Abruzzo and Lazio, we have trails and mountains that could rival any other place in the world in terms of beauty and wilderness. Keep it in mind for your next project, I can assure you wouldn't regret it.

@patricklloyd4381 2 года назад

Amazing video! I recently made my first trip to the Grand Canyon. Just did rim to river and back up on the South Kaibab Trail. You do a great job capturing the beauty of the place both in the video you shot and in your words. There’s something special about that place. I can’t wait to go back one day.

@aplacetorambleon 2 года назад

ive been struggling a lot lately... and this video really helps me... i need to get out and get to work... thank you... there is so much wisdom in your videos...

@fysh1945 2 года назад

Love your words as much as I love your pictures, Billy. Another great film. Thank you.

@MrDaddyawn 2 года назад

As always Billy, excellent video! Having seen both the north and south I know you can't reproduce it on video but your narration is spot on.

@phil00795 2 года назад

Awesome film again Billy, you never put a bad film out. I watch these from the UK and I just get so jealous watching the places you run, amazing scenery, got goosebumps quite a few times looking at the views, can't imagine what it felt like for you actually being there

@quokkaYT 2 года назад

Bravo, Billy! Inspiring stuff!

@TheGearLady 2 года назад

This video is incredibly well done, Billy! I did rim to rim in 2020 and it’s incredible. Mad respect for rim to rim to rim!

@michaelmoschella9358 6 месяцев назад

Hi Bill , Great video. LOVE the music. Usually people make good videos and add CRAPPY music. Yours, was a pleasant surprise. My quads are aching just watching. Have to go now . Need to stretch. Best

@Steve-vr6mq 2 года назад

If anyone can capture the importance of spending time with friends and loved ones and enjoying shared passions Billy Yang can. What a fantastic experience with amazing scenery and inspiring narration. Thank you BY.

@Bccool86 2 года назад

Did it last Sunday. A religious experience is as close as you can begin to explain the awe of this treck.

@ThisMessyHappy 2 года назад

Great stuff, as always, Billy. Sat here in Thailand, watching it on the turbo, prepping for UTMB Thailand this year (the 100km this time) and it’s made me realise I need to do this. Maybe not soon. But it’s bucket list for sure. Also, what graphics were you using to show your progress/elevation? I can’t find any plugins anywhere that do that!! Cheers buddy 😊 and we’ll done to Hilary too 🤟🏼

@johnnycabo 2 года назад

Thanks, for taking us on your journey. It brought back some good memories of my wife and I crossing last September. Heading back in June, you inspired me to film this upcoming amazing adventure.

@JeDindk 2 года назад

I am immensely grateful for this video. I have often asked other runners in RU-vid about fuelling - I have asked again and again and again - but I have never gotten an answer that I could really use. This is the first time I have seen what ultra runners eat during a long run. Thanks to both you and Hilary for sharing this. This is a very big help for me! Besides that, I really enjoyed the movie. I am from Denmark. Of course I have seen pictures from the Grand Canyon - but I have never seen it like this. Truly amazing! Thank you for a great video!

@BillyYang 2 года назад

Thank you 🙏🏼

@LauraOnTheMove 2 года назад

It's so hard to understand until you stand at the edge and look across the canyon. Love how much this captures that!

@arod2882 2 года назад

Simply beautiful 😍- thank you for this video!! 🙏🏽

@lostman65 2 года назад

beautiful video billy. i thought the lemonade was free?? in 2020 i ran s. kaibab to the river and up bright angel. i bonked halfway up bright angel, and was heart broken when i found out from another hiker that i missed the lemonade. i would highly recommend my shorter version for anyone who can run 24 miles or so.