I will be taking 4 weeks to hike as much of the trail as i can starting from VA. I've bought most of my gear (to the tune of $997 at the sporting goods store and another $205 online at REI). I still need hiking boots and was hoping I could get a option on the hiking shoes I should buy. I went to sports Authority and found some COLUMBIA Women's Dillon Ridge Hiking Boots (here's the link to look at them: http://www.sportsauthority.com/produ...entPage=family) I realize even though I am only doing 4 weeks I will still need some decent shoes. So if someone could let me know what they think of those shoes or have other suggestion. I also had a question about food. I bought 2 weeks worth of Mountain House Foods (I have 14 meals for dinner). Hauling it home and looking in the bag it looks like I'll be carrying a lot of food. Do I really need that much food? The guy at the store wanted me to buy 3 weeks worth of food, Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time..
Kelli