I have read all the posts on the Wester Arthur Traverse in winter and have decided I definitely don't want to do that!
However, Russell and I are planning to visit Tasmania sometime Feb/March 2008 and would like to attempt the traverse. We have completed the Overland Track and the South Coast Track previously. We are training hard and have good four seasons gear.
We would really appreciate any tips with regard to 'pacing' of the walk to get the most out of the experience. We have plenty of time - just limited by what we can carry! Also would like to know about water availability and how much to carry each day at that time of the year. Also information on pack hauling and the use of ropes - which areas? Our tent is a small alpine tent for two and we wondered if there are places where we could erect a fly shelter to give added protection?
We have track notes and are planning on getting the updated notes as soon as they are available.