I'm planning a 2009 thru-hike when I get off from college. I have from May 15th to September 1st to complete my thru-hike. I'll be putting in long days with plenty of mileage in order to do so. I'm starting in GE and finishing in ME. My plan is to go as light as possible without sacrificing safety. I've been reading a lot about clothing and haven't really found any clear answers. I've done alot of hiking for extended periods of time, but have usually had the extra comfort of more clothing than I could easily have done without.
For all you AT hikers out there, what clothing do you recommend? Types of material? Band names? What are things are a must and what things are just not necessary? I'll be starting out in GE in May so I'm assuming I'll be past most of the colder weather, but am sure to have a few chilly nights. Thoughts?
Thanks,
Kurt