This will be my first backpacking trip that will exceed 5 days. It will also be my FIRST time on the AT. I am hoping to average in total, 10-15 miles per day without any zeros. I plan on this hike to take anywhere between 21-24 days. I am in decent shape and have hiked the mountains of western North Carolina every summer since I can remember. Are these realistic expectations? I plan on beginning my journey in mid June or early July, depending on my schedule situation. I am open to any advice or knowledge that you wish to inform me of for this leg of the AT.
Thanks!