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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A very important piece of gear for a thru or section hike, September 17, 2000
I highly recommend this newest Handbook edition as the guidebook of choice for doing extended hikes on the Appalachian Trail. It seems to be the one book recommended by all the past thru-hikers I've talked with, and most of them considered it an indispensable part of their gear during their hike. The author has done seven thru-hikes, and it is apparent that he knows what Appalachian Trail thru-hikers need. Some of the things I like: It contains detailed information about all shelters, campsites, water sources, and other important facilities along the entire A.T., as well as the latest available information about places in nearby towns used by thru-hikers for rest and resupply. It gives the inside scoop on hundreds of preferred hostels, campgrounds, motels, restaurants, grocery stores, laundromats, outfitters, and other services needed by thru-hikers. It also has lots of tidbits about wildlife, wildflowers, history, and interesting things to be seen along the trail. I like the way the information is presented in an easy-to-follow format designed specifically for field use. Maps of towns most frequently used by long-distance hikers are included, as well as mileage data for the entire A.T. from Georgia to Maine. As far as I'm concerned, it has everything needed for hiking long-distances on the Appalachian Trail. Plus, it's lighweight and compact, a real plus for thru-hiking.
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Better Than The Data Book, April 6, 2001
This book is about the same size as the "AT Data Book" but has a lot more information. Has the usual information like mountains, shelters, mail drops, but includes small maps of towns with places to eat, get food, sleep, etc. Also, instead of just saying "w" for water-is-available, usually indicates where it is. For example, it might be 1) "to the left 150 feet"; 2) "off the AT about 0.1 mile, not visible from Trail; watch for tiny sign on a tree. Water is quite a way down from the shelter, but cold and dependable" or 3) "off the AT on 0.3 side trail to the left, tent platforms nearby, water source is spring". That kind of detail can make a difference when you are planning your hike for the next day.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Indispensable, October 15, 2000
This is by far the best guidebook for anyone hiking on the Appalachian trail. Its information is up to date and written by a real expert when it comes to the A.T. Wingfoot writes out of his passion for the trail, certainly not to get rich, but he provide us with the essential info to make a hike enjoyable.
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