[pct-l] Prior Reading

[Rob Rathmann]

I had the same concerns before my 2005 hike: I tried to study the
guides like any other academic topic.  Totally ineffective -
information overkill.

I would suggest just becoming familiar with the overall trail.

This might help: http://bearcant.org/elevation.php

bearcan't

On Sun, Jan 4, 2009 at 1:10 PM, E A <afishnamedcarl at gmail.com> wrote:
> How many thru-hikers have read/ studied all three of the PCT Guide books
> before departing.  I mean do people actually remember the route?
> Do you read it as you go, or do you have it all planned out.
>
> Do you know that you will have to walk 110.6 in section A?  Beyond that I
> mean to you have it mapped out that you know exactly how many miles you will
> walk on day 3 or beyond that further day 93!!??
>
> Or does are you able to modify your plan as you go?
>
> How well do you need to know the trail before you depart.
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