CaminoUK31
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- May 8th 2023
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Thanks so much for replying, can you recommended any insoles?I have very flat feet and have been using different Altra models since 2020. I insert a different store bought insole that have more cushioning for heel and ball of feet (arthritic toes). I’ll be walking in April with Timp 4s. Have had no issues training so far with them. Zero drop shoes do not engage the calf muscles as much because your heel is not raised.
Maybe do longer distances and some back to back training and see how you feel. Wear them for your daily activities also. That should give you a better idea how your feet and body react.
Hi, I wore 2 pairs of Lone Peaks on walk from Almeria to Fisterre, no problems. Would recommend stretching once finished everyday but all good.Hi all,
About to start the Camino Frances in may, I have purchased Altras and have been wearing them the last few weeks.
I went to see a physio today and she told me not to wear Zero drop for the camino.
Im just curious if anyone has experience with Zero drop and Long hikes?
Debating whether to get new shoes,
Thank you xx
I just did the same. Had a hard time getting a good fit but I settled on the Topo also. Sizing a little hard to get used to due to that toe box. I went down a half size from my normal running shoe and seems about right. I leave in two weeks so fingers crossed.As others have said, feet are different so my experience may not be relevant to yours. I, too, have flat feet. I bought Altra Lone Peaks in my normal size at REI. I liked walking in them until my first 10-mile hike. Once my feet swelled, I realized I would need to go up a half size. However, I also noticed that the Altras provided little support in my midfoot and they gapped as I walked. I ended up returning the Lone Peaks and buying Topo Athletic Terraventure 3 trail runners. They have a wide toe box similar to the Lone Peaks but slightly more midfoot support. They have a 3mm drop, so less than most hiking shoes but not zero drop. I've been very happy with them. At the suggestion of a podiatrist, I added Superfeet insoles; I chose the Trailblazers. I start the Camino del Norte next month so time will tell whether this has been the right choice.
I had the exact same issue with altas and insoles did the trick. Got them in Burgos and it’s like a whole new walking experience.Hi all,
About to start the Camino Frances in may, I have purchased Altras and have been wearing them the last few weeks.
I went to see a physio today and she told me not to wear Zero drop for the camino.
Im just curious if anyone has experience with Zero drop and Long hikes?
Debating whether to get new shoes,
Thank you xx
I love my LPs, but this also happened to me. I seem to be able to train in my Lone Peaks without issue; I'm wondering if it's the extra load from my pack in concert with the zero drop that increased my problems for tendonitis. (FWIW, I have a high arch, wider foot, LOVE the wide toe box). I "think" adding the superfeet insole adds a few mms so you'd no longer be "zero" drop. Definitely do distance training w/a loaded pack several days in a row to test your shoe/insole/sock combo before leaving for the Camino. Good luck, and Buen Camino!Wearing Altras with Superfeet insoles for two years and two Caminos gradually gave me tendonitis.
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