Hello, Shoes are one thing, but don't forget the socks. Socks can change the feel of the shoes. I used Smartwool socks but changed to Injinji dual socks (Coolmax inner and Merino exterior). Made quite a difference for me. The Hoka Speedgoats 5...
Tough call, as we are all different.
I used to use Salomon mid boots and loved them.
But 2-3 physios (on the Camino) told me to wear lighter footwear as they were causing damage to my 'bad' knees.
I wore Hoka ATR 6 on the VdlP last year and...
Hello Peregrinos,
Last year, I walked from San Sebastian to Ribadeo and then Camino do Mar up to O Cevido (one segment farther from Viveiro). I am starting from Ocevido on 11/06/24. I intend to reach Ferrol via Engles and walk along the coastal...
Hi @Caminogoat. I walked the Ruta do Mar & Ingles back in 2016. You are welcome to take a look at my blog where I posted every day with elevation profiles, descriptions of the route and accommodation options. There is some useful input in the...
Between O Vicedo and P. Espasante you can follow the "Camino Ruta Cantabrica" which takes you past Playa Esteiro and is a bit shorter than the route you have marked. It's spectacular and well-marked.
Map of this stage...
Check out the Osprey AirPorter. It has a carrying strap. REI has their own version, which I suspect is cheaper, but not sure if it has a carrying strap. I traveled with several others this spring who used the REI version and it seemed like it...
I just completed the Primitivo during the first 15 days of October. And had no problem finding places that were open. Both restaurants and hotels. I love the Primitivo.
I don't trust Ryanair as almost every flight I've taken with them this year has been between one and two hours late landing. But thanks to all for the responses. I have amended my booking in A Coruna, and booked somewhere near the station for the...
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