I'm a prospective southbounder and wanted to start a thread for those of us planning on or considering taking this seemingly lesser chosen route. So here it is--any special advice, tips, or good-to-know information for southbounders out there from veterans?
Some questions to get the ball rolling:
1. Is it an easy transit from Bangor International Airport to the trail head?
2. The infamous blackflies--any tips or tested methods for combating them?
3. Gaiters for the wetter weather?
4. Mile Per Day average to expect for a healthy, athletic younger person starting off?
5. Cold weather gear? What should you expect to be prepared for for a June start?
6. Cool spots and town stops?
7. General benifits of taking this direction? Cons?
8. Anything else I'm leaving out, fellow green southbounders?
Thanks ahead of time for your time and advice.
--AM