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    primativo in early july

    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.
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    primativo in early july

    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...
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    primativo in early july

    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.
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    primativo in early july

    Are biting/blood sucking/stinging insects a significant issue on the Primitivo route?
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    primativo in early july

    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...
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    primativo in early july

    thank you, laurie and tom, the body does know best. good to see that some things improve with age!
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    primativo in early july

    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!)
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    primativo in early july

    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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