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  1. Korilu

    Poles or No Poles?

    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 help save your ass when you slip on wet rocks. On...
  2. Korilu

    newbie seeking advice Camino Primitivo

    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 and included some hilly and rocky terrain, a day in...
  3. Korilu

    Camino Primitivo for younger person

    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 there will be places with nightlife and she will...
  4. Korilu

    Hiking stick instead of walking poles

    Trekking poles are great if you are trying to offload your knees or hips, especially on hilly terrain. On flatter terrain, you can use them to "push off" and increase your stride and speed. They have also been shown to increase core involvement about 30% more than without sticks. For most people...
  5. Korilu

    Shin Splints pre-Camino

    Yes, weak muscles! A strong tibialis will also prevent hyper extension and "toe slapping" with a long stride. I take very long strides and quickly roll through my foot without hard striking. I'm not a super athlete, just a very experienced trainer. You can support with physio tape what the...
  6. Korilu

    Shin Splints pre-Camino

    One exercise you could do while rehabbing (and as preventative for anyone else who's reading this) is what I call "tibia pumps", which you can do sitting down! Extend one leg and PULL your toe towards your chest repeatedly (do not "flex and point", just "pull and release"). Usually I would say...
  7. Korilu

    Help! Current Entry Requirements for US Citizen

    I just returned to the US from a 17 day June Camino trip. No one asked me for any details about my stay or my money, nor anything about immunizations.
  8. Korilu

    The Way Re-Release May 16

    Same here, my first time. Had I known how it started, I might not have brought my husband (who is not going with me.) Solo hiker gets lost and dies first day out - I turn and there he is all curled up in a fetal position in the chair next to me, freaking out.
  9. Korilu

    HOKA warning

    I've been training in Merrel Antora's and LOVE them so far. The combinition of breathability, cushion and support is perfect. I start June 6th in Oveida, so the big test is yet to come. The Merrel Moabs are wider. Both ha ve Vibram soles, which I believe is like a gold standard in soles -great...

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