![]() My current shoe of choice is the Altra Olympus. While you will (likely) encounter standing water along the trail in a few locations, shoes with greater ventilation allow your trainers to dry out quickly and reduce perspiration throughout the day. I recommend a shoe with lugs to give you lateral traction and underfoot protection. After a lot of trial and error (mostly errors!), I have found that I *greatly* prefer trail running shoes over hiking boots as they tend to be more ventilated, offer greater traction both on-road and off, and tend to give more cushioning support for the bottom of my feet, which helps me feel refreshed day after day.įor the Camino de Santiago, I recommend non-waterproof trail running shoes over boots. The Camino is not a technically challenging footpath however, you may encounter some muddy tracks that may cause your feet to slip laterally. Hiking shoes are very much a personal preference item, perhaps more so than any other piece of gear a hiker may have. ![]() While they are not the cheapest option, I know that I won’t be dealing with a broken pack harness or strap at the least opportune time. I’ve used Osprey backpacks for years on the Camino de Santiago, California Missions Trail, Pilgrims’ Way, Via Francigena, Florida Trail, Appalachian Trail, and for other local hikes. ![]() Both the men’s and women’s packs are also available in one smaller capacity. The very solid construction (210-denier nylon/500-denier nylon packcloth) of these packs means that they will hold up for years to come in all circumstances and – if something does happen – Osprey offers its lifetime warranty for any damage or defect. Both the men’s and women’s versions include a 2.5L water reservoir and an integrated rain cover, saving you upwards of $70-$90. “All Mighty Guarantee”)Īs of May 2019, the Osprey Manta 34L and women’s specific Mira 32L retail for $180. While not inexpensive, the Osprey Manta and Mira packs represent a great overall value, as well.
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