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I used poles from Urban Poling - super strong and light weight with removable rubber feet so good for rocks or pavement. Not only do they transfer much of the work from lower extremities to core and arms (so very helpful in the mountains!) they...
If you have a few weeks to prepare and enjoy walking alone sometimes, GO FOR IT!
Last June I did my first Camino and also chose the Primitivo. I was 62 yrs old in good shape, but I did train for 30 days before leaving - doing some longer hikes...
I did Primitivo last June and there were plenty of young people. Also, the first week of that route is more rural and the physical challenge and the astounding scenery (for someone new to mountain hiking) will occupy her. By the time she's bored...
I don't know if you've had a 'squee' moment. It's what I call that magical time when you realise that your plans are getting very close to fruition. I live in Burma (aka Myanmar), and life has not been pleasant here for the past 3 years, since...
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