We are planning on touring the northwest coast in 2016. We will be traveling from the east coast and have never been west of Utah so will need some advice. The only time that we can go is in April a...
The 5er will be more comfortable for that length of a trip, but the TC will give you more options not only for routes but also campsites. Oregon has some very nice SPs which the 5er will fit well in, but you would find more flexibility with the TC. Just some things to consider.