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I agree. While I could wear my tevas in the shower, I didn't like walking around in them afterwards while wet. Since you mentioned the new runners were expensive, I would leave them home. I have found to only take what you will use, and be prepared to be willing to leave any "just in case" items in the donation box.I wore my Merrells everyday to walk in, and had a pair of Teva sandals for wearing around the albergue, etc. They could have easily done double-duty as shower shoes, but instead I bought the cheapest pair of rubber flip-flop sandals I could find to do that. They weighed nothing. Rode in an outer pocket on my pack and if they blew-out or I lost them, no big deal as they only cost two dollars. Upon reaching Santiago they went into a trash bin, having served their duty well.
I wouldn't bring two pairs of walking shoes. No need.
On both Caminos the Merrells I wore were of the shoe variety, and non-waterproof. They are marketed as a hiking shoe, but somewhat resemble a trail runner. Running shoes are more than adequate on the Camino, especially in hot weather, and even better of they have a trail sole. If those Merrells you have are of the heavy, waterproof boot variety, leave them at home. Besides, quite a bit of the walking you do will be on improved surfaces like blacktop and concrete.The merrells are very strong and a hiking boot. The other is a super comfortable running shoe. I will be hotter but will have a solid strong footing with the merills. do I leave the runners behind or the hiking boots
On both Caminos the Merrells I wore were of the shoe variety, and non-waterproof. They are marketed as a hiking shoe, but somewhat resemble a trail runner. Running shoes are more than adequate on the Camino, especially in hot weather, and even better of they have a trail sole. If those Merrells you have are of the heavy, waterproof boot variety, leave them at home. Besides, quite a bit of the walking you do will be on improved surfaces like blacktop and concrete.
That's so funny:0))I would either bring 2 or 4 shoes, certainly not 3
In all seriousness bring 1 pair for walking on the trail, another that will takf'ke you to the shower and around town, that's it, that's all.
These are the two models of Merrell shoes I wore on my Caminos (SJPdP to SDC). Neither of the waterproof variety. The one on the left are the Moabs and on the right the Yokotas. Walked anywhere from 15-32 kilometers a day depending on my mood. Had almost no blisters (just a couple on the tips of the small toes), no shin splints, no ankle twists, etc. Did have sore knees, but I attribute that to being in my 50's. Glad I brought my 500 mg aspirin tablets with me.Opinions on footwear are as varied as back packsAnd everything else Camino related!
If I had not worn boots on my Camino I would have twisted my ankle on at least two occasions....and the overall lack of support and cushioning would have seen me in a lot more pain.
Shoes would be OK on the last 100 kms. No problem. But IMHO not all the way from St Jean. Don't think I saw anyone walking 'long' that just wore shoes ..... maybe the odd day here and there for a break.
The 'improved' surfaces like black top and concrete were for me the worst surfaces to walk on. The lack of cushioning really takes a toll on the legs and joints. Everyone I saw walking would try to walk on any surface other than those, even if it was a 3 inch wide strip of grass next to the road
Ah, we are all different. I'd leave the hiking shoes behind. But if you can't decide take all three pairs and post a pair to Ivar once you have worked out what suits you.
I wear my trekking shoes and carry Crocks for evening walking and showers. That's it.How many shoes an you bring. I was just going to bring my Ecco sandals and Merrill hiking shoes but then I bought a much needed pair of expensive Aric's, runners that are solo comfortable. What pair do I not take or can I take all 3. I can wear the hikers and carry the other 2 mostly?. Any ideas. I leave tomorrow!!!
You could take a pair of waterproof socks, when I walked in November 2010 a guy was walking in sandals and the brand sealskinz socks, they were waterproof and had insulation qualities.I'm aiming for early spring. Are runners with mesh tops warm enough for St Jean to Roncesvalles if there's snow?
I'm on my 3rd pair of Moabs and although shoes are like religion everyone needs to find what works for them. But I will say you will see more pairs of moabs on the camino then others. Just finished 550 miles of the Camino Frances and Invieno at 67. No blisters or other foot problems I wear a size 11 shoe but 13 hiking.These are the two models of Merrell shoes I wore on my Caminos (SJPdP to SDC). Neither of the waterproof variety. The one on the left are the Moabs and on the right the Yokotas. Walked anywhere from 15-32 kilometers a day depending on my mood. Had almost no blisters (just a couple on the tips of the small toes), no shin splints, no ankle twists, etc. Did have sore knees, but I attribute that to being in my 50's. Glad I brought my 500 mg aspirin tablets with me.
I did put in better, aftermarket insoles in the shoes prior to walking the Caminos, but kept the original insoles in my pack as backups.
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We used Altras trail runners for the walk and flip flops for at night. There were sections that were very rocky where hiking boots would have been good but not sure they would have been the worth the extra weight to carryHow many shoes an you bring. I was just going to bring my Ecco sandals and Merrill hiking shoes but then I bought a much needed pair of expensive Aric's, runners that are solo comfortable. What pair do I not take or can I take all 3. I can wear the hikers and carry the other 2 mostly?. Any ideas. I leave tomorrow!!!
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