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I am near ready for my first Camino but still have one issue left undecided - my choice of footwear for the Camino Frances. I have heard/read all different opinions and not sure which to choose. I know it will be boots, not sandals or sneakers, but should they be mid-height or is low okay? I don't have what some would call 'weak ankles' but will I need the support of a mid-height boots as the days wear on? And size - I've read of swelling and the need to buy a half size larger. I know my feet are the most important thing I will bring and want to treat them right.
thank you,
elsbeth
Ha, I did use the Altra Lone Peak...but the size 9 would have provided extra storage spaceI recommend Altra Lone Peak trail runners in size W9.
Ha, I did use the Altra Lone Peak...but the size 9 would have provided extra storage space
And my big feet would be crammed into a size 9.Ha, I did use the Altra Lone Peak...but the size 9 would have provided extra storage space
I am near ready for my first Camino but still have one issue left undecided - my choice of footwear for the Camino Frances. I have heard/read all different opinions and not sure which to choose. I know it will be boots, not sandals or sneakers, but should they be mid-height or is low okay? I don't have what some would call 'weak ankles' but will I need the support of a mid-height boots as the days wear on? And size - I've read of swelling and the need to buy a half size larger. I know my feet are the most important thing I will bring and want to treat them right.
thank you,
elsbeth
On my second Camino I took both mid-height boots and light walking shoes--both Keen. I used the boots 2 days out of 32 when there was either snow or deep mud (it was a March-April Camino).
Now I don't even consider taking boots, and stick with just the shoes (Keen Mackenzie).
[Edit~I see now that the Mackenzie is now being revived again and is now available as the Mackenzie II. It's a fabulous and very light shoe; like a technical sandal but with mesh to keep stones and stuff out. After having to resort to help from Forum friends to get the original after it had been discontinued, this is very good news!]
Dear friend from my experience the best of the best are HOKA boots!I am near ready for my first Camino but still have one issue left undecided - my choice of footwear for the Camino Frances. I have heard/read all different opinions and not sure which to choose. I know it will be boots, not sandals or sneakers, but should they be mid-height or is low okay? I don't have what some would call 'weak ankles' but will I need the support of a mid-height boots as the days wear on? And size - I've read of swelling and the need to buy a half size larger. I know my feet are the most important thing I will bring and want to treat them right.
thank you,
elsbeth
I recommend Altra Lone Peak trail runners in size W9.
It is better to get any footwear properly fitted rather than just buying a half or full size larger. Go to a store that has a proper testing ramp, do it later in the day and do as much walking as possible beforehand, and take your trekking socks, not street socks. Salespeople need to make sales, but at the same time, they are there to help you get fitted properly, and that is what is most important to you. If they are not doing that, I would suggest going somewhere else.And size - I've read of swelling and the need to buy a half size larger.
I am near ready for my first Camino but still have one issue left undecided - my choice of footwear for the Camino Frances. I have heard/read all different opinions and not sure which to choose. I know it will be boots, not sandals or sneakers, but should they be mid-height or is low okay? I don't have what some would call 'weak ankles' but will I need the support of a mid-height boots as the days wear on? And size - I've read of swelling and the need to buy a half size larger. I know my feet are the most important thing I will bring and want to treat them right.
thank you,
elsbeth
Hi, Elsbeth,
You're in Greenville, I'm in Asheville. REI is a good place to get shoes, there's an active Camino community here in AVL and in Greenville -- so I think that the staff there know the difference between the Camino and the Appalachian Trail. If you're a member, you can return shoes if they don't work even after you've worn them for a while.
If you have foot issues (I had plenty): you may want to go to Foot RX in South Asheville. They have a pedorthist on staff who solved all my foot issues. I did the CF with no blisters or foot issues thanks to him, which, given my feet, was a miracle. If you go this route, call ahead for an appointment with him (Scott is his name).
If you start with your footwear now, you have lots of time to sort things out. Including sorting out which socks work best with whatever footwear you choose.
And one more thing: if you want a good training route, we have been developing the Asheville Camino, around 17 miles around town. It's fun and has the varied terrain that the CF does. PM me if you want more info on this!
Buen Camino!
Priscilla
Greetings Priscilla,
I was in Asheville just the other night as we went to hear Rebecca G. speak on her Camino experiences. I did try on a pair of boots while there and the staff was very knowledgable. I am a member of REI and have tried out a couple of diff pairs here in G'ville. Someone at the gathering also mentioned Foot RX - I will tuck the name way for the future.
And thank you for the offer to walk the Asheville Camino. I have been walking around our hilly town plus continuing our weekly hikes in Pisgah and we are also working our way through the complete Foothills trail. After my feet I think my training is the most important.
Thank you for your advise,
elsbeth
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