[pct-l] PCT Thru-Hike Southbound

[Austin Williams]

Hi,

So, going southbound is much different than going north bound.  Check this
out to get an idea of what you're up against:

http://planyourhike.com/planning/southbound.php

Sept. 1st is too late a start date (see above link for more on that).



Austin Williams



www.PlanYourHike.com <http://www.planyourhike.com/>
Info on PCT Gear, Resupply Points, Maps, Thru hiking Movies, etc.



On Thu, Jul 14, 2011 at 8:04 PM, Tavin Cope <tavinc253 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hello Hikers,
> I've been seriously debating/ researching thru hiking the pct starting
> around Sept. 1 2011 southbound. I've completed several ultramarathons, some
> of which include one day pushes around st.helens, hood, and a two day trip
> on the wonderland trail (rainier). On the pct, like the other hikes Ive
> done
> I'd like to complete it ultralight and (fairly) fast 3-4 months. I realize
> that the pct is nothing compared to what Ive done, and that I have less
> than
> optimal preperation time. My question for the experienced masses, is this a
> difficult and daring plan, or just plain stupid? My two main concerns at
> this point are 1) weather and trail conditions in the fall months,
> especially in the sierras with the oncoming of snow and cold weather. The
> other obviously, 2) my resupply strategy and what resupply points are
> crucial. Any information on these concerns/ questions would be invaluable
> to
> me. Thank you.
> Happy Trails
> tavinc253 at gmail.com
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