Uses experienced experts where needed for reference, and good psychologic insight.

I'm currently in the U.S. Army but am looking forward to hiking the AT when I get out. I'm constantly researching gear and looking for anything anyone says about their experience and recommendations towards having a good hike. I came across this book and thought it'd be helpful and is, so far, the most advice I could find and helped me immensely. I now have a better understanding of how to mentally prepare myself as well as some helpful gear suggestions.

I really liked this book..... It for sure helped me.

Just came off the trail from a 30 mile section hike on roan mtn. And I am hooked. The emotions you go thru in just the 3 days we were on the trail is amazing. I wish I would have got to read it before I left.