- Time of past OR future Camino
- Frances & Finisterre 05-07/22 Fran 26? d Nort 27?
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You do realise that Camino is just the name of this particular Lowa model of a trekking and hiking boot, just like their other models are called Tibet, Yukon or Cevedale (a mountain in Italy)?first of... REALLY? Camino?
LOLYou do realise that Camino is just the name of this particular Lowa model of a trekking and hiking boot, just like their other models are called Tibet, Yukon or Cevedale (a mountain in Italy)?
I find the price high but not unusual for this kind of trekking/hiking boot made by Lowa, Hanwag, Meindl. I can't add anything else because that would be expressing my opinion about whether to walk the Camino Frances (as you are planning to do) in high trekking/hiking boots, low trekking/walking shoes or some kind of soft trail runners.Again, to some extend I am trying to see if the cost is justifiable and if the boot stands up to the task
Back when I used to wear ankle boots, I only wore Lowa Renegade because they had the best fit of the wide boots that I tried. At the time, they were also the lightest boots that I could find. There are lighter ones, now. Compared to the Camino, the Renegade is a mid length but I thought that it covered my ankles pretty well. I tended to roll my ankles, also. The Renegade is also $85 less and about one lb lighter.
Several years ago I switched to trail runners. Surprisingly, I no longer roll my ankles. Of course, YMMV.
Full disclosure — I am a trail runner convert, only took me 16 caminos to discover that just because the camino is a hike does not mean that hiking boots are the appropriate footwear. The difference in comfort is simply astonishing.
I walked 500 miles of the Appalachian Trail wearing Lowa Renegade mid-high boots without a single fall or ankle twist. I then switched to a low version of the boot and fell/rolled my ankle three times the first day, with very similar trail conditions. Therefore, I am a mid-high boot wearer to this day. Your experience may very, but the "studies" that say higher boots do not help prevent ankle rolls doesn't hold true for me.This is just a little off topic, sorry, but the post reminded me of the Kia ad that puts its SUV Mojave on the Camino.
That would not surprise many of the people who have posted here, because they have reported on studies that conclude that boots do not keep the ankle from twisting, counter to popular belief. Only full fledged braces do that. Full disclosure — I am a trail runner convert, only took me 16 caminos to discover that just because the camino is a hike does not mean that hiking boots are the appropriate footwear. The difference in comfort is simply astonishing.
As two of our most veteran pilgrims you and AnnieSantiago, I too am a confirmed trail runner walker. I am a rookie compared to you guys and have only walked 5 Caminos. All in trail runners. I have read in more than one place and having worked with doctors for many years and visiting Orthopedic doctors/surgeons they would also say that high boots and boots in general do not keep ankles from twisting. They said it is all the placebo effect. I am about 99% sure I have also read from our number 1 foot and all things foot related guru @davebugg has also stated this somewhere on his many posts. But the overwhelming evidence of course comes from me who has noticed that people who wear boots have more blisters and more severe blisters then people in trail runners. This research comes from me sitting on the edge of my bed or walking to the shower or bathroom and seeing people taking care of their feet. You have to admit my research methods and study is indisputableThis is just a little off topic, sorry, but the post reminded me of the Kia ad that puts its SUV Mojave on the Camino.
That would not surprise many of the people who have posted here, because they have reported on studies that conclude that boots do not keep the ankle from twisting, counter to popular belief. Only full fledged braces do that. Full disclosure — I am a trail runner convert, only took me 16 caminos to discover that just because the camino is a hike does not mean that hiking boots are the appropriate footwear. The difference in comfort is simply astonishing.
My answer would be if you have no blisters and you feet feeling like they are light and floating on air then they are worth it. I buy trail runners for 1/3 of the price and love them. I have had 4 blisters in 5 caminos, none severe and my feet always feel light from my trail runners. It is all up to you.Iowa Camino Hiking boots
So... I saw couple of previous posts that mention Iowa boots, IIRC there was only 1 short blurb about "Camino" model
first of... REALLY? Camino?But then....
second of.... $325.00 (at least in REI) REALLY?
Thus my questions are:
Does anyone have an experience with these boots and this model? (Please, if not - there are enough posts on the forum as to what everyone's favorite shoe\boot\sandal is - with all respect due!)Does the price justifies the product? That is a lot of tapas and cafe-con-leches! Will they last the training period (I plan to hit the trails in earnest within a month or so and as stated prior - Camino is slotted for May 2021) and the CF?
Thanks in advance!
Perhaps, but IT'S MY CAMIN...... er.... placeboThey said it is all the placebo effect.
Greetings back Vampire WomanThat said, I prefer trail runners!
And WHY am I called a Vampire woman? My memory fails me!Greetings back Vampire Woman
and...WHY am I not surprised?
Where these the studies conducted on college basketball players? Or those on soccer players? I have previously pointed to a US Army study that showed improved stability wearing high top boots in conditions much more like the Camino. We are not all under 25 year olds treating the Camino like a basketball court or a soccer pitch.That would not surprise many of the people who have posted here, because they have reported on studies that conclude that boots do not keep the ankle from twisting, counter to popular belief. Only full fledged braces do that.
My observation is pretty much the opposite. The worst blisters that I saw in my first camino were suffered by shoe wearers. Same observational technique! I think we see what we want to see, and I certainly don't walk a pilgrimage to consistently and reliably collect statistical information about the incidence of blisters. Or anything else for that matter.But the overwhelming evidence of course comes from me who has noticed that people who wear boots have more blisters and more severe blisters then people in trail runners.
cuz Buffy be Da Vampire SlayerAnd WHY am I called a Vampire woman? My memory fails me!
Just a thought, not knowing your travel dates, I ordered 3 pair shipped to my house to try out. It’s so easy to send things back now & due to working hours getting to the appropriate stores Wasn’t easy.@wjohnk
That is the $100,000.00 question and I guess I do not know the answer since (obviously) I am somewhat apprehensive about spending $300.00+ ☺
yes of course I understand (and it has been stressed enough on the Forum in general) that equipment is 'personal' for lots of various reasons and this is no exception. Within reasons here is my situation:
For eons I used to wear size 9 regular width (said Camino Inca boots are just that) with no issues at all. yes, here and there I would get an occasional blister but those were few and far in between; nothing to worry about.
As The Good Lord would have it - as I got older, one of quite pesky (may I add) maladies that decided to attach themselves to me namely - gout caused my right foot to expand considerably!
Last I measured my left foot was about 9.5 and my right - a solid 10. I also had to go to Wide which is what my current cross-runners are.
Needless to say the Camino Inca boots are completely out of question (which is a total shame - I LOVE them, they are well broken and still in absolutely PERFECT condition after 15 years of being all over) hence I am looking for something new with the Camino Frances in mind.
As I quip often- too many choices is not good as it can get overwhelming. One of the solid suggestions is to get them 1 full size larger...but if I go 11 - then its probably too big for my left foot and I have a nagging feeling that it will 'swim' in that shoe\boot, so I want to stick to 10.5 W which is not a very easy thing to find, especially "on the shelf" so i can go into the store and try them out and see how it all fits (at least for the 1st try)
The quest shall continue....
@CWBuff you are a sad, sad man!!cuz Buffy be Da Vampire Slayer
Maybe not so much sad, but....@CWBuff you are a sad, sad man!!
It's hard to know with Dougy sometimes if he is being serious or using dry humor.
That's why I enjoy bantering with you.
Do you have a projected Camino start date?...can't recall if you've posted your intentions.I think @Camino Chrissy & @dougfitz are 'pushing' me towards the Renegades... and it has nothing to do wish boots
446 days to go...it's practically around the corner! You will be an expert before you leave home.LOL
click on my ➡ Camino Countown** in my signature
yes The Holy Year and ALL THE POSTS here about what madhouse it shall\will\may\may be not be....
But then as someone replied to one of my posts way-back-when in the beginning when I just started posting
Do you want to Miss The party
And no I do not
I just got my backpack (Gregory Zulu 35L) and have been taking small hikes with it (5-8 miles long), so I guess footwear is next important purchase on the list
Iowa Camino Hiking boots
So... I saw couple of previous posts that mention Iowa boots, IIRC there was only 1 short blurb about "Camino" model
first of... REALLY? Camino?But then....
second of.... $325.00 (at least in REI) REALLY?
Thus my questions are:
Does anyone have an experience with these boots and this model? (Please, if not - there are enough posts on the forum as to what everyone's favorite shoe\boot\sandal is - with all respect due!)Does the price justifies the product? That is a lot of tapas and cafe-con-leches! Will they last the training period (I plan to hit the trails in earnest within a month or so and as stated prior - Camino is slotted for May 2021) and the CF?
Thanks in advance!
$59 Hitec that fit my feet Seem separating at the toe after SJPDP to Santiago. Shoe glue fixed it.Iowa Camino Hiking boots
So... I saw couple of previous posts that mention Iowa boots, IIRC there was only 1 short blurb about "Camino" model
first of... REALLY? Camino?But then....
second of.... $325.00 (at least in REI) REALLY?
Thus my questions are:
Does anyone have an experience with these boots and this model? (Please, if not - there are enough posts on the forum as to what everyone's favorite shoe\boot\sandal is - with all respect due!)Does the price justifies the product? That is a lot of tapas and cafe-con-leches! Will they last the training period (I plan to hit the trails in earnest within a month or so and as stated prior - Camino is slotted for May 2021) and the CF?
Thanks in advance!
Long may you be in doubtIt's hard to know with Dougy sometimes if he is being serious or using dry humor.
Is that what is called a heel spur?
Whatever the effect if you are happier with boots than wear boots! No if ands or boots about it!!!! It is definitely your Camino and your feet.Perhaps, but IT'S MY CAMIN...... er.... placebo
Seriously, I hear what you are saying. And i do know about 'placebo' and I have seen my share of folks who 'rap themselves' into a situation (One memorable ocasion was a Harry Potter ride in universal where someone I ws with kept on repeating to herself while in line that she WILL get sick! Guess what?)
So its firmly implanted in my head that ankles must be covered. I guess its just a question of finding footwear thats right for me
But lots of good points all around
Lowa produce their shoes in Europe and not in Asia, as some competitors do. It may be one reason for their higher prices.I don't think any boot is worth $300+ to me.
Iowa Camino Hiking boots
So... I saw couple of previous posts that mention Iowa boots, IIRC there was only 1 short blurb about "Camino" model
first of... REALLY? Camino?But then....
second of.... $325.00 (at least in REI) REALLY?
Thus my questions are:
Does anyone have an experience with these boots and this model? (Please, if not - there are enough posts on the forum as to what everyone's favorite shoe\boot\sandal is - with all respect due!)Does the price justifies the product? That is a lot of tapas and cafe-con-leches! Will they last the training period (I plan to hit the trails in earnest within a month or so and as stated prior - Camino is slotted for May 2021) and the CF?
Thanks in advance!
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