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I love that!! this would be a challenge for me however as I am an overpacker..." take less stuff, take more money"
I say 'Yes, go for it!'! Sounds like the perfect chance to do it and you never know what's round the corner....ie it may be a long time before you get the opportunity again!Dear past, present, and future pilgrims.
I (F, 24) have been intrigued to go on this journey ever since I was in high school. In between college with summer school and other vacations I have never been able to go (didn't have the courage). I graduated college last May (2017) and have yet to find a full time job. I have been working part time all of college till present. Lately, I thought about finally going on this journey while I have the time to do so. I have enough money saved up so finances won't be a problem. I've been very discouraged lately and feel so stagnant where I am living. I went to college locally and have never been on my own. Going on the camino alone does sound nerve-wrecking but I really want to try it while I have the time, opportunity, and luxury. If I were to go, would it be feasible to start beginning of May? I hear June is really hot and crowded. As a note, I have no equipment at all (shoes, backpack, clothing, misc), just my passport and yolo spirit. Also I have no training at all other than weekly gym. Am I making a reckless decision or should I forgo this trip in the mean time and come back to it later? Please give me some advice!! Thanks
Susie
I love that!! this would be a challenge for me however as I am an overpacker...
Seize the day Susie. You don’t need much light backpack and refer to pilgrims who have gone before you. The beauty of the Camino is that there is opportunity to take it gently. So train as you go. Take advice from the locals who will guide you. You will not be alone. No one lies on their death bed saying I wish I had worked more. Enjoy your journey. Buen CaminoDear past, present, and future pilgrims.
I (F, 24) have been intrigued to go on this journey ever since I was in high school. In between college with summer school and other vacations I have never been able to go (didn't have the courage). I graduated college last May (2017) and have yet to find a full time job. I have been working part time all of college till present. Lately, I thought about finally going on this journey while I have the time to do so. I have enough money saved up so finances won't be a problem. I've been very discouraged lately and feel so stagnant where I am living. I went to college locally and have never been on my own. Going on the camino alone does sound nerve-wrecking but I really want to try it while I have the time, opportunity, and luxury. If I were to go, would it be feasible to start beginning of May? I hear June is really hot and crowded. As a note, I have no equipment at all (shoes, backpack, clothing, misc), just my passport and yolo spirit. Also I have no training at all other than weekly gym. Am I making a reckless decision or should I forgo this trip in the mean time and come back to it later? Please give me some advice!! Thanks
Susie
This is excellent advice. One thing I’d add is to forget the waterproof socks, get Merino wool hiking socks instead. The way I look at it, the three most important pieces of gear are your shoes, backpack, and socks, in that order of priority. Everything else is a detail. Make sure you get the first two items properly fitted.Use the search function in this forum to obtain tons of advice and opinion on every aspect of your planning. It really works. After doing this, if you are still confused or conflicted, do what we all do, ask a specific question. You WILL get rapid and valid replies.
The only gear specific thing I will tell you is that the two most important pieces of gear you should invest in are properly sized walking shoes or boots; and your rucksack.
When fitting footwear, wear the NON-COTTON socks you plan to walk in. Allow one-half size more for daily foot swelling, and another half-size to keep your toes AWAY from the inside of the toe box when coming downhill and slamming you foot forward.
Try to have a rucksack fitted at a quality outdoor store. A lot of US folks go to an REI store. Our Canadian friends like MEC. Avoid the temptation to buy a rucksack online, at least until after you are dead certain it is comfortable when loaded with, say 15 - 20 pounds of dummy stuff. The better outdoor stores have sandbags to toss in the rucksack while they are fitting you.
Hope this helps. See you on the Camino!
I've been a big fan/user of Merino wool socks for years. The socks I started using recently are next level: the Wrightsock liner and Merino wool sock combo.This is excellent advice. One thing I’d add is to forget the waterproof socks, get Merino wool hiking socks instead. The way I look at it, the three most important pieces of gear are your shoes, backpack, and socks, in that order of priority. Everything else is a detail. Make sure you get the first two items properly fitted.
Go! You will never regret it.Dear past, present, and future pilgrims.
I (F, 24) have been intrigued to go on this journey ever since I was in high school. In between college with summer school and other vacations I have never been able to go (didn't have the courage). I graduated college last May (2017) and have yet to find a full time job. I have been working part time all of college till present. Lately, I thought about finally going on this journey while I have the time to do so. I have enough money saved up so finances won't be a problem. I've been very discouraged lately and feel so stagnant where I am living. I went to college locally and have never been on my own. Going on the camino alone does sound nerve-wrecking but I really want to try it while I have the time, opportunity, and luxury. If I were to go, would it be feasible to start beginning of May? I hear June is really hot and crowded. As a note, I have no equipment at all (shoes, backpack, clothing, misc), just my passport and yolo spirit. Also I have no training at all other than weekly gym. Am I making a reckless decision or should I forgo this trip in the mean time and come back to it later? Please give me some advice!! Thanks
Susie
Thank you everyone once again for your suggestions and heartfelt encouragement! I am fortunate to live near 5 REI stores and an L.L. Bean. I am across one of the REI store right now actually eating my Chipotle. I will try on some backpacks and shoes today and see how that goes. This is exciting!
Tom: Have you ever walked the Camino, senora?I wanted to walk the Camino but I was a student in college.
I wanted to walk the Camino but I was building a career.
I wanted to walk the Camino but I was raising my kids.
I wanted to walk the Camino but I couldn't afford a month off.
I still want to walk the Camino but . . . now I'm old, sitting in my chair reading other people's Camino posts, seeing their photos, and I'm crying.
GO! For the love of God, GO!
Did someone say YOLO? GO ends in a O, need more?As a note, I have no equipment at all (shoes, backpack, clothing, misc), just my passport and yolo spirit.
Susie
Oh,
You lucky girl! Since moving from VA to FL 2 years ago, my nearest REI is a three-hour drive north,near Orlando. And as for LL Bean...fugggetabouit!
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