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  • 3 x 8 week section walks

    The Soup Dragon - - AT Specific

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    Thx all...appreciate all the comments. I am definately more looking at hiking in the best climate, conditions and scenery; more than escaping the Australian humid tropic weather. All a compromise, I may also hike with a mate who has stated he would like some snow

  • 3 x 8 week section walks

    The Soup Dragon - - AT Specific

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    Great info Astro and IMScotty. Will go into my plan for sure.

  • 3 x 8 week section walks

    The Soup Dragon - - AT Specific

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    ok thx for that information. It was similar to my best guess too, one month in my desired slot and one out would be required. I appreciate the advice.

  • 3 x 8 week section walks

    The Soup Dragon - - AT Specific

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    Ok assuming compromise... for the first 8 week trek. What would be the best start date heading North for best climate?

  • 3 x 8 week section walks

    The Soup Dragon - - AT Specific

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    Hi Stephen, thx for the reply...no experience and no gear. I like the heat more than cold, but a higher priority if achievable, would be to complete each section in a similar climate ie avoiding extrem change from cold to hot or vice versa as this may make gear selection easier. My general fitness is ok as I run frequently and complete at least one marathon each year and did my first ultra last year. No experience carrying anything other than a day bladder. Cheers.

  • 3 x 8 week section walks

    The Soup Dragon - - AT Specific

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    Hi, new here. Looking into completing AT over 3 seperate 8 week trips and 3 seperate years. I cant get the time away from work or family any other way. Heading north...what would be the best start date for each leg when considering climate factors? I live in the Tropics in Australia and would ideally like to escape the Australian humid wet summer from Late Nov to start May! Thx