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Best to take some precautions before the camino. Bed bugs :shock: :shock: are a problem and some homework can minimise their negative impact. Look up how to prevent and deal with this issue before setting out.
Friends, I chickened out. On arriving in Oviedo, I paid my respects at the Cathedral and jumped on a bus to Leon, joining the Frances. For a 10 day trip, I figured the Primitivo would be beyond me, and having done 32km a day on the Frances, I think I was right. I realised the camino isn't suited...
Terry, thank you for reassurance on those two key areas! I travel on July 5th, and hope 30km plus days won't see me sleeping al fresco as I arrive last at Albergues. I have decided against a tent as back up to cut down on weight, so will take it as it comes.
Thanks, I'll try to build up some stamina at the bar too! Two further questions. My hiking experience is as a hill walker and I assume a summer hiking boot is the most appropriate footwear for the Primativo route. Do you experienced walkers agree? Also, covering long daily distances will mean...
thanks jeff. i'll get back to the books right away.
Also, I plan to do 40 plus kilometres a day. is this a viable option? (mid 40's and reasonably fit!)
i hope to walk the primativo alone in early july, and speak only english. will this present difficulties? should i begin studying? also, what temperatures can one expect at this time?
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