[pct-l] Alternate Cell Company?

[Christopher Reed]

  Hello everyone,

  I'm wondering if there are any other cell phone companies that might be a
good alternative to Verizon on the PCT? I've heard many times that Verizon
is the best, but with their potential strike over the poor treatment of
their employees, I thought I'd ask if another company might also be viable.
  Also, does anyone have any experience hiking using US Cellular?
  Thank you very much.

Christopher