How much of this stuff did you bring on your pct thru-hikes? how much of it do you recommend bringing?
slick b
Data, guides, trail & town guide, maps, etc
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#2
My hike went well with only the four official guide books and Yogi’s book. I was happy with the amount of information for the price. Some didn’t like the simple two-color maps in the books, but I thought they were fine. (Just don’t pay attention to directions in the text–that’s the only time I ever got lost). Then I tried to keep up to date on snowpack, water and fires via the pct-l whenever I had internet access.
Garlic
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#3
I’d say the data book is a must, the maps/guidebook CAN BE very important and Yogi’s 3rd. I carried all 3 but went most of California without maps. The truth is the trail is fairly obvious, but there are times when having the maps is really useful (I didn’t have much snow last yr). I got my maps back for Oregon and Washington and had a great time taking alternate routes when available (There are lots of great ones in OR much better than the PCT).
Yogi’s is really good for town mostly, though she does have some helpful trail tips regarding water, campsites, etc.
A-Train
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#4
thanks for the info guys! I ended up ordering the guidebooks today. I look forward to having maps and taking some alternate routes. That suits my style. I have the tom harrison maps from my JMT hike last summer and loved being able to take side trails when it looked like there would be good fishing.
slick b