The SHT has two non-section hikes: The traditional one starts at Martin Road Trailhead and is about 260 miles long. The total thru-hike starts at Wild Valley Road Trailhead and is about 310 miles long. Whether northbound or southbound (NOBO/SOBO) makes no difference, I am a NOBO total thru-hiker. Backpackers often chose the traditional option…