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What type of Trail Runners with rigid soles do you recommend. I did my last Caminos with boots, looking for something lighter next time. Thinking of the Camino Del Norte and it seems there is a lot of asphalt walking on that one.
What type of Trail Runners with rigid soles do you recommend. I did my last Caminos with boots, looking for something lighter next time. Thinking of the Camino Del Norte and it seems there is a lot of asphalt walking on that one.
My son loves, loves LaSportivas! He wore them on the AT, John Muir trail, and the Colorado trail with success!Have used Salomon the last few years but I go through a pair after only 600 km (holes at heels and toes). While in Spain in January I bought Sportiva. They look a bit more rugged, we will see, off at the end of the month to walk the Lana from Alicante.
Having always associated serious walking with a good pair of solid boots with vibram soles it took quite some persuading before I agreed with myself to switch to a simple pair of Adidas supernova trainers with good quality insoles for the Primitivo last summer. It turned out to be the best decision I’ve made in a long time. The soles are thick and spongy and walking remained pleasant even after 30+ km days. I’m about to head out to Porto to walk the Portugues and will take a new pair with me. Hopefully the Portuguese cobblestones will prove no match for the supernovas.What type of Trail Runners with rigid soles do you recommend. I did my last Caminos with boots, looking for something lighter next time. Thinking of the Camino Del Norte and it seems there is a lot of asphalt walking on that one.
Loved my Altra TIMPs, but they don’t have a rock plate. Found no need one for one 95% of the CF route - even then, the rocky Roman roads were bearable.
Good article. I love Brooks but not the Cascadia, which was my shoe of choice for years until they narrowed the tie box. Might have to try this years modelAre you referring to the hardness of the lugs? If so there are some trail runners with harder lugs due to the rubber compound used for specific terrains & conditions or are you looking for a rigid platform?
For example, I just purchased some HOO Speedgoat 3's and it lugs are softer than say Arcteryx Norvan LD (stiffer platform & lugs) or Nike Tera Keiger 4 (hard lugs & minimal platform).
Start here, this may help you out:
10 Best Trail Shoes For Pilgrims Walking Camino De Santiago 2019 - Trail to Peak
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Checkout the Altra Olympus.I haven't yet been to a store to try on some Altras to replace the 3.0 lone peak for this year's camino,, but I saw that you or someone said the Timps had more cushioning. So I was going to look into it. Unfortunately, it looks like the Timps have been discontinued.
You can still buy the Timps on the Altra website, and they offer free shipping and free returns. Or, check out the Olympus for more cushioning.I haven't yet been to a store to try on some Altras to replace the 3.0 lone peak for this year's camino,, but I saw that you or someone said the Timps had more cushioning. So I was going to look into it. Unfortunately, it looks like the Timps have been discontinued.
Yes MEC is a very good place, I bought several items from them for my Caminos. I used Merrell Moab boots on both my Camino Frances with no problem, but they were not ideal for the asphalt & cobblestone walking on our disastrous attempt on the Camino Portuguese.
Hoka onesWhat type of Trail Runners with rigid soles do you recommend. I did my last Caminos with boots, looking for something lighter next time. Thinking of the Camino Del Norte and it seems there is a lot of asphalt walking on that one.
Hello Chris, what type of Hokas do you walk in? I'm recovering from PF (heel) and have specially made very firm (hard) insoles which are comfortable with the Bondi 6 but I'm sure they wouldn't be sturdy enough for a Camino because of the fabric material. They are like marshmallows!!! CheersI am a lover of Hokas. I describe them as like you are walking on "marshmellows"!
Hello Joseph, Are you going to walk, or have you walked, the Camino in your Bondi 6?I would always recommend one of the HOKA models. Right now my favorite is the HOKA Bondi.
Search the forum, I'm sure that I've read of members that have done the Camino in Bondis. What is it about the fabric that you don't think will hold up? I walked in very lightweight trail runners with no problem.Hello Chris, what type of Hokas do you walk in? I'm recovering from PF (heel) and have specially made very firm (hard) insoles which are comfortable with the Bondi 6 but I'm sure they wouldn't be sturdy enough for a Camino because of the fabric material. They are like marshmallows!!! Cheers
My pair were the Hoka One One's, an older model no longer available, but I do hear good things about the Bondi's.Hello Chris, what type of Hokas do you walk in? I'm recovering from PF (heel) and have specially made very firm (hard) insoles which are comfortable with the Bondi 6 but I'm sure they wouldn't be sturdy enough for a Camino because of the fabric material. They are like marshmallows!!! Cheers
I did a quick search myself, and apparently our resident shoe guru @davebugg wears Bondis on the trailSearch the forum, I'm sure that I've read of members that have done the Camino in Bondis. What is it about the fabric that you don't think will hold up? I walked in very lightweight trail runners with no problem.
The material is very light weight, and looks like it would easily tear if snagged. On my first Camino my Zambalans did tear around the ankle area and across the foot in a couple of places where they were snagged and they were made from hardier material. I did notice someone in this thread commented on the Bondi 6 and I'm awaiting a reply but will search the forum.Search the forum, I'm sure that I've read of members that have done the Camino in Bondis. What is it about the fabric that you don't think will hold up? I walked in very lightweight trail runners with no problem.
I walked the Francés in Clifton HOKAS. I now have a pair of Bondi I love even better than the Cliftons. And I also splurged for the HOKA hiking shoes. I think I will wear the hiking shoes and carry the Bondis for evenings and maybe to change out occasionallyHello Joseph, Are you going to walk, or have you walked, the Camino in your Bondi 6?
I walked in the Timps all last summer. They got wet even with dew. How are they in the rain or on wet rocks?Loved my Altra TIMPs, but they don’t have a rock plate. Found no need one for one 95% of the CF route - even then, the rocky Roman roads were bearable.
NI walked in the Timps all last summer. They got wet even with dew. How are they in the rain or on wet rocks?
Loved my Altra TIMPs, but they don’t have a rock plate. Found no need one for one 95% of the CF route - even then, the rocky Roman roads were bearable.
Look for the Timp 1.5 then. I like their fit even better than the original TimpI haven't yet been to a store to try on some Altras to replace the 3.0 lone peak for this year's camino,, but I saw that you or someone said the Timps had more cushioning. So I was going to look into it. Unfortunately, it looks like the Timps have been discontinued.
I've used New Balance 481 on the Appalachian Trail, Via Francigena, and Norte-Primitivo. Cheap, $50, but also used Superfeet insoles in them.What type of Trail Runners with rigid soles do you recommend. I did my last Caminos with boots, looking for something lighter next time. Thinking of the Camino Del Norte and it seems there is a lot of asphalt walking on that one.
I practiced with 3 different pairs of trail runners. The Altra Lone peak 3.5 The heel is level with the rest of the foot. They proved miserable on paved surfaces but were great on rough trail surfaces. The pair I took on the Camino were a discontinued Vasque trail runner. They had a heel lift and were superior on paved surfaces. 2 considerations: When trying shoes on loosen the laces and slide your foot so the toes touch the front of the shoe. There should be a space behind your heel as wide as your thumb. This is to ensure when the shoes are laced your toes will not rub against the front of the shoe. For me I had to buy shoes one full size larger than my day to day shoes. Try thin compressions socks favored by runners. They help prevent blisters and dry fast. Also favor Brooks Ghost shoes.What type of Trail Runners with rigid soles do you recommend. I did my last Caminos with boots, looking for something lighter next time. Thinking of the Camino Del Norte and it seems there is a lot of asphalt walking on that one.
Hello Chris, what type of Hokas do you walk in? I'm recovering from PF (heel) and have specially made very firm (hard) insoles which are comfortable with the Bondi 6 but I'm sure they wouldn't be sturdy enough for a Camino because of the fabric material. They are like marshmallows!!! Cheers
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