The Anish CYTC thread re-sparked a thought I had a couple years ago. A calendar year - or just 365 days period, even if the year changes - hike on the AT. What would you do? YOYO NOBO SOBO? when? where would you start? Assume your finances are in order, and your loved ones/employer are supportive.
This question is just for fun. I'm sure folks will be inclined to chime in about other trail combinations and possibilities, that's unavoidable. To answer this question does not mean that you wouldn't prefer to explore other trails if you had the year, I'm with you. Also, I'm sure a lot of folks couldn't do it because they would get bored or just not enjoy it- understandable.
I would probably start SOBO from Katahdin mid July (with a telescoping fishing rod and maybe a packraft for the HMW) average between 1-10 miles a day thru Maine. Then average between 2-12 miles a day to get me to Springer around mid February and then YOYO back up.
...also thought a January 1 Start from Springer and YOYOing could be an interesting option too.