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John,
This has been the most helpful message yet. I am researching solomon trail shoes as well as keen hiking sandals. (I love keen's wide toe box) It will take every ounce of strength NOT to overpack, but I hear you loud and clear: minimum weight = a happy hiker! Thank you so so much! You have...
That sounds good, Kimmzie. I think if I know enough to feel somewhat comfortable navigating around, then I can always point to things on a menu! (But you are spot on - if you know what you are ordering, it's much better!) Wow - you are miles (no pun intended) ahead of me. I am literally just...
Hi Hunsta -
Thanks for the reply. I'll definitely pick up that book. I am also thinking of buying John Brierley's book -- a decent idea?? Just starting to figure this out. Pack size ... I am wondering if a well stocked day pack would do? Or should I plan on the "big guy"? Do you speak Spanish? I...
HAHA, Kimmzie!! Thanks for the reply. It's good to know that that movie affected others as it did me. :-) How far are you in the planning process?? I think the thing I am most nervous about is that I speak ZERO Spanish! Do you think I should take a crash course? Be well!
Hello! I am new to this and am not sure how to make the decision about whether to tackle this hike or not. I honestly know about the Camino because of the movie The Way. Rarely does a movie affect me so much; but I felt like I needed to walk this trail. I am not sure about many things. I guess...
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