Hi, My name is Ralph. Im going to be hiking the trail February 2013.... I hiked a lot in the boy scouts, and I might have a hiking buddy, but Im not sure. I have been watching a lot of AT movies, documentaries and what not, But I need some advice. I am going to be bringing a very lightweight tent, a sleeping bag, and just the basic gear.
What I need help with is how long it will realistically take... and picking a good start date (February 18th?). I live in the NE but I am starting in Georgia, and I am going to end in Maine.
Also I could use advice for the trail stores. Are they very expensive... and are their many of them?
Any replies would be nice =)... also if you have any other advice for me that would be great!