Going on a hike can take quite a bit of time and effort. But as anyone who hikes will tell you, it’s more than worth it for the view at the end. That said, the trip back down might be the toughest part. Not only is there no a view to look forward to at the bottom, but you’re already tired from the journey to the top. But if your hiking journey includes lots of snow, there is a rather fun alternative way to return home… by glissading! To be fair, quite a lot goes into sliding down a mountain after a hike, especially when it comes to safety. That said, this method has hikers sit down and slide their way back to the start of the trail. And yes, it’s just as fun as it sounds! Alex Nuntapreda did this recently after a nine-and-a-half hour hike, so you know he had to capture the journey on camera. Check out a glimpse of his ride in the video below. @alexnuntapreda Booty scooty ♬ Tokyo Drift – Xavier Wulf “I used to think it was silly to glissade down but now my knees appreciate it,” someone admitted in reply to Alex’s viral video. Other commenters added, “This is my ideal kind of hike. Like once I get to the top and see the beautiful views, I just wanna be back at the car” and “All mountains should have slides installed.” Adventurous Group Return Down a Mountain After a Hike the Fun & Fast Way: on a “Slide!” Want a closer view of Alex’s adventurous ride back down the mountain? He shared a number of clips that were filmed from his point of view. Check out one of them below! @alexnuntapreda Babe babe babe… OMFG! POV footage just dropped! #mountaineering #mountaineer #glissade ♬ original sound – Alex Nuntapreda Before giving glissading a shot, you’ll want to make sure you know how to do so safely. For example, the kind of boots and pants you wear matter a lot. Because you’ll be covered in so much snow, what you wear needs to be durable and able to keep you dry. Certain tools, like an ice axe, are also vital because they help you stay in control while sliding. @alexnuntapreda The gift that keeps on giving #mountaineering #mountaineer #adventure #mountadams #glissade ♬ original sound – Alex Nuntapreda If glissading isn’t for you, that’s totally fine. In fact, you don’t have to hike at all to admire the views these kinds of trips offer. For example, this breathtaking footage will leave you feeling like you just climbed Mount Everest! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Snowy Nine-Plus Hour Hike Has The Best Payoff At The End… And Fastest Return Trip! appeared first on InspireMore.