Its a good hike, though over rated when it gets advertised as the best backpack trip in Canada. If you are a novice hiker try to get out for a weekend overnighter before you commit to doing 5-7 days. You will quickly realize on the weekend hike that you packed too much.
The three keys to happy backpacking are get in shape before you go, stay dry, and carry a light pack. Try to keep your before food and water weight to below 15lbs. This way your pack will be about 30lbs max. If you can keep your packweight to under 30lbs you can go with trail runners instead of heavy boots.
I definately agree that gaiters and poles are essential.
Before you go make sure you put everything in your pack and go hike for 4-6 hours just to get used to it, The more training with a pack on you get in the more enjoyable your trip will be.
All that said in the end it is just walking and as long as you have a way of staying dry you will make it.
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