The how-to book for long-distance hikers who want to finish
Tips to help aspiring long-distance hikers succeed, from determining nutrition of trail foods to dealing with the elements and medical challenges
The first book to catalog the on-trail skills essential to long-distance hiking--setting up camp, dealing with blisters and chafing, avoiding repetitive stress injury
Instructive feedback from thru-hikers on the AT and PCT on gear, food, and more
