believer12345
New Member
- Time of past OR future Camino
- Camino Primitivo
Hello all. I will be starting the Camino Primitivo next week. Just wanted to get on here to see if any last minute tips / things to consider . I will have just a bit over 3 weeks in Spain so hoping to make it to Muxia . My hope is to walk of course worst case scenario / take bus of injured or something along those lines. Plan on buying hiking sticks in Oviedo since can’t take sticks on the plane . I booked my accommodation for Oviedo but nowhere else yet as I’m still unsure / having a hard time to gauge how much I’m actually able to walk per day ( ideally follow guidebook, but heard based on fitness level easier said than done ) . I was thinking at least the first few days to play by ear then start booking accordingly. I know most people have opted for trail runners but with my shoe size ( 16 US) have a hard time getting those so going for hiking shoes . I did buy merino wool socks . One strategy I read was to stop every couple of hours and take off shoes and socks to let them breathe so I may do that. I bought a liner and ( I think enough layering to keep me warm in Albuerge.) I only know a few Spanish words/ phrases , may brush up some more before going, hopefully with that , hand gestures, and luck hope to get by . Ultimately I will have to listen to my body and the Camino to see what I should do, but if any other last minute tips/ recommendations greatly appreciated. Buen Camino