u/yamasyadawithawigon

Hi! Im free from approx October 20th and want to do some thru hiking. Ive been looking at a few trails and section hiking the CDT seems to be the best bet. I have thru hiking experience and will have even more by the time this starts. I feel confident walking 20 mile days off the bat.

Any opinions/thoughts/tips on starting at the NM border and SOBOing around October 20th?

Edit: from what I can gather, it seems id be a little behind the bubble? I am happy hiking and camping alone, but having conplete solitude on trail isn't my game. I generally like to camp with people.

Hi there! I am looking at doing the AZT SOBO from late October. Has anyone done this? I've seen some mixed reviews on starting at the border that late and starting at Flagstaff instead. I am by no means a purist, but I'd really like to do the whole thing. Any info of tips are very much welcome!

Im currently on the PCT and having the time of my life! Unfortunately I have had some news which means I will have to jump off trail for a little while. In theory, I could come back to trail in mid September (I know thats late and might be best finishing my thru next year).

I was hoping maybe I could flip flop and and go SOBO from mid September? Is it too late to do the Sierras then? Where would be the best place to start to get miles in?

I am more than happy to wait, but would also love to even do another 100 mile section.

Id appreciate any advice

Edit: I am currently hiking NOBO from Campo and I am jumping off trail late May at KMS. I am aware I cannot finish the trail because of the weather, more looking for advice on when/where would be the best section to do at this time.