I’m a firm believer that thru-hiking can, and should be, a cheap pursuit. That’s not to say that you won’t get better quality gear by spending a few extra bucks. As you spend more and more time in the backcountry, you’ll find that you’re inclined to splurge on the gear that matters, but the outdoors should be accessible to everyone.
If you’re strapped for cash, or new to thru-hiking, and don’t know whether you’ll enjoy it, you’re in luck: you can get all the gear you need for a thru-hike for under $250, and it’ll be decent quality, too.
