I have a 5 day section hike coming up covering 100 miles. I am trying to stay at every other shelter in the SNP but that leaves me with a 24 mile day followed by a 22 mile day. My last hike was through the roller coaster in VA and was pretty shot after 15 miles. I am pretty sure I can make the first big mile day but wanted some advice as to dealing with the second one.
I'm planning on 6AM departures and averaging 2mph with a 30 min lunch. I'm mid 30's, fairly good shape and lugging 30lbs.
What has helped or hurt you in these situations?