For those starting thru hikes or even longer section hikes this year, there is now a wonderful hiking supply store in Front Royal, VA. It’s about 6 miles off the trail head, but there are shuttles that run from the trail head into town, and if you stop at the Mountain House B&B they also do shuttle services in. The store is called Mountain Trails, Gary is the owner, he bounces between the two store locations but always answers the phone for questions. The staff are all hikers, most have done the AT at least once. They are dog friendly, so if your hiking with your furry friend you can still go resupply.