In '11 I was out on a thru attempt when my Grandmother passed away. I was only about 275 miles in. Forward to 2015, I am considering starting the thru at that point, covering all new terrain in the Spring and then returning there in the fall, after Katahdin. That will let me cover the first 275 in the Fall and "walk home" since I live in Chattanooga.

Definitely odd but like every version of the hike, it has merits. Any thoughts?