Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, 2nd Edition

Whether you're a first-time backpacker, an occasional weekend warrior, or aseasoned long-distance trekker, this guide is a must for any backpacking, hiking,or camping trip. Supreme long-distance hiker Andrew Skurka--accomplishedadventure athlete, speaker, guide, and writer--shares his knowledge in thisessential guide to backpacking gear and skills. Skurka recounts what he's learnedfrom more than 30,000 miles of long-distance hikes, including the Appalachian,Pacific Crest, and Continental Divide Trails, and the 4,700-mile Alaska-YukonExpedition.