Hi Delynda, thanks for replying, that's pretty good timing for me. Have you booked any of your travel yet? Where do you plan to fly into?
My introduction to the Camino was eight years ago when I was given a book to read in a book club. When we all met after reading the book most of the group said they didn't enjoy it and I was thinking 'I've GOT to do this'! My husband was going to do this with me but we have put it off due to life, work commitments, etc, etc and now his health is going to prevent him going so I've decided to do it while I can. I also feel deep down that I will get a better 'Camimo experience' on my own. More challenges but maybe more rewards too
I agree, it really would be nice to meet up with someone who has the same enthusiasm.
I have just started getting some of my kit together. I have bought an Osprey Cirrus 36L women's fit backpack (probably a bit bigger than needed but I'm trying to get things that I can use again and this only weighs 1.27kg and has built in rain cover. I have also bought my boots - Oboz Bridger - and so far no complaints. I read a lot of reviews for everything I have bought and a consistent comment for these boots was little or no break in and I would have to agree that they were pretty comfortable from day one. Received my rain jacket via Amazon yesterday - Exofficio Rain Logic - and also bought Injinji toe socks to try. I walked in them today and found them comfortable, the theory is that they prevent friction between your toes so no need to tape. I have also been looking at the Sea to Summit Traveller TR1 sleeping bag (400g). I would like to stay under 6kg total weight. How about you? Bought anything yet?
I have always walked for exercise but have now started doing longer distances, finding some hills and often take my pack with weight in it. I also do Pilates which is great for core strength. You mentioned above that you are early 50's, I will be 54 in a couple of months.