5 Mistakes I Made on Camino de Santiago

[@CaminoGuide]

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[@silviam8596]

Love love love your tip about expectations! I definitely believe the Camino provides and is a life changing experience. However! One must be open for it and get out of our own heads to be able to experience the magic. Walking the outer Camino, blisters and all, it's achievable. Walking the inner Camino is a whole different game. I'm starting again in 2 days and this time I'm asking the Camino to "walk me". Thanks so much for your video, Buen Camino

[@rhunl]

Hi Jeremiah, Another top video, and some lessons I learned for myself too! Boots killed my first camino, it's been trail runners ever since for me. I've definitely also never described it in the same way, but i love the Type 2 fun! Over here in Wales, hiking has plenty of rain, wind and snow, and while it is never unpleasant for me, i know it makes all the hills and routes i walk quieter. For me, my dad always said unless it causes physical harm, discomfort is a choice. I've always taken that philosophy, and unless its freezing rain, I'm not going to bail on a day walk unless it does have physical risk. I volunteer as a dog walker at the local RSPCA, but as long as I have a waterproof seat cover for the drive home, nothing to stress about!

[@jimgsell9119]

I will be hiking Camino Frances with my brother this Fall 2022. Thank you Jeremiah for your always excellent videos! Your authenticity, knowledge, and spirit inspire us all. Buen Camino.🚶🏻

[@CaminoGuide]

That’s incredibly kind! Thanks for your support and Buen Camino!

[@williamgiovinazzo8523]

Type 2 fun!!!! I love that expression.

[@CaminoGuide]

Pretty incredible idea. :)

[@jagdevdosanjh4611]

Love to listen to your clean , precise and clear views about The Camino, it is like hypnotic. Thanks Jeremiah ,I will do the Camino in Spring of 2022 if the clouds of pandemic start to clear. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦.

[@CaminoGuide]

Thank for your kindness! I hope that your Camino comes quickly. Buen Camino!

[@jackg7225]

I'm at fisterra right now. I went up to see the sunset tonight but the clouds hid the sun tonight. We finished the Norte on the 24th, wow, what a fireworks show they put on! As far as packing, I packed two pants and some shorts, I should have left the second pants home. I brought two compeeds boxes but have had any issues yet, so one of them was a waste. Other than these, I'm happy with what I packed.

[@CaminoGuide]

Excellent! It sounds like a beautiful adventure!

[@JohnVianneyPatron]

Expectations are often disappointed due to the high level of commercialisation on the Camino (especially the CF). Often this comes from the fact that the CF is increasingly seen as a "hiking adventure" rather than a religious pilgrimage. I did the CF in 2018 and plan to do another one soon and I have *never* met a Catholic who didn't leave changed by the experience.

[@CaminoGuide]

That's a really interesting observation. I will need to think more about that one. My group trips are more than half made up of very faithful Christians (both protestant and Catholic). And the others get "pilgrimage" drilled into them the whole time, even if in a secular mode for them. I'd need to think about whether the religious persons are as likely to leave disappointed by it. I certainly think that the commercialism as well as the popularity can lead to this just because more people are going. If you saw "The Way" and left the next day then those first few blisters could be devastating. I'll spend some time thinking about whether I have experienced the religious pilgrims as more likely to have a genuinely life changing experience.

[@hilarymac3706]

As a 3 time pilgrim I think these are really great observations

[@CaminoGuide]

Thank you!

[@karinaortega5515]

Looking forward to your upcoming Camino. I want more details about the current situation in Spain, because I want to travel before the end of the year to do the Camino Portuguese

[@CaminoGuide]

I figured that’s why most people will be interested since I’m not walking a long distance. But I imagine that lots of folks will enjoy seeing video from multiple days of the albergues, bars, and trail to see how things are recovering.

[@johnavery5384]

Type 2 fun. Spot on. Turn up, be open and it will be what it will be.

[@CaminoGuide]

Yes!! I hope the group I’m on pilgrimage with right now we will see the “fun” in it!

[@karenharway5142]

Jeremiah, I appreciate your authenticity! You provide something different than other Camino channels with helpful advice about very simple but essential advice and tips. I always look forward to seeing what you are doing! Thank you.

[@CaminoGuide]

Thank you! That’s very kind of you to say. I really like being able to give the things that make people more confident and make their pilgrimage go more smoothly.

[@lets_terraadventure7816]

Thank you for your information. Currently planning my own Camino and I find your channel very useful. New subscriber here.

[@CaminoGuide]

So excited that I can help as you make your way to Santiago! Thanks for subscribing.

[@bethbuchanan3927]

Thank you so very much for this incredibly helpful advice!

[@CaminoGuide]

Thanks for your encouragement! I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@andyledger2307]

Type 2 fun - yep, I can relate to that one. I think I learned that in the Scouts, and later as a policeman in England. I’m anticipating some more when I walk the Pilgrims Way to Canterbury, but I know the spiritual rewards will outweigh any discomfort. One benefit of walking the PW - very little commercialisation en route to distract from the true purpose.

[@CaminoGuide]

I don’t mind the traffic but I know MANY would prefer less traffic to focus on the pilgrimage.

[@Pellegrino809]

Hi Jeremiah Great videos: they have been informative and helpful. I plan to walk el Camino starting April 1st of 2022, also using your packing list as a reference guide, especially the part of proper shoes. I’ll emailing you thru your website on my progress. God Bless

[@jacquidunbar6779]

Great points.

[@aznomads1579]

Great vids, really find them helpful. My wife and I are planning to do the Camino Frances this summer/fall. We're debating whether to leave in the beginning, middle, or end of August. Any suggestions ? We're in our mid 40s, she's type 1 diabetic, so we think it'll take us 40-45 days, we are in no hurry. Thank you.

[@BarnettCL]

Great videos!

[@CaminoGuide]

Thank you!

[@cindyrodriguez166]

Valuable advise! Love how you clarify with perfect examples.

[@CaminoGuide]

Thank you for your support!

[@wendyhewitson6160]

What’s your opinion on rubbing Vaseline on you feet and crouch to prevent chafing

[@vanebasabe]

So helpful

[@gayle4sayre]

Are you walking the same camino every time you go? You mentioned going for 2 weeks? Walk the Primitivo.

[@CaminoGuide]

Usually I take groups and the other Caminos can’t sustain my groups of 20+ people. So I’m always on Frances. But I’ve never walked the section from Logrono to Leon. So I’m going to walk that section, in part because I’m considering a book that will require that I’m familiar with that section. I’d really like to walk some of the other paths if the opportunity presents itself. This would have been a good year to do it since I don’t have a group!

[@FettKursivUnterstrichen]

Ich gehe immer für mich selbst, gehe allein. Aber Gott ist immer bei mir. Buen Camino

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[@ToXicViper3]

Below 10% of body weight I hear alot but what if I weight max 50kg? I can’t imagine walking the camino with only 5kg! I walked the entire camino frances in 2014 with 10kg on my back (incl. water). I managed, I got used to it. This year I’ll try to go down to 8kg but it will be hard!

[@CaminoGuide]

Yeah. That formula sorda breaks at the end of the spectrum. I do think 5kg is possible if you are going in the summer (less warm clothing and sleeping). But more reasonable is 7-8kg for those who weigh less than 75kg or so. I tell the small pilgrims that they just need to know that they will really have more weight than they should and there isn’t an easy solution. I think no one should carry more than 12kg or so either. I’ve carried 15kg on a wilderness trail, and that’s not easy even though 10% of my body would allow almost 14kg. So the 10% rule is only a little helpful.

[@TELBOYO10]

if youcan get your pack to fit properly the weight is irrelevant afyer a few days.You will only feel it as you pickit up and put it down. While you are walking it becomes part of you.

[@cathiconnelly5756]

Beginning 2nd camino in September 2021. (CF 8 years ago) Beginning in Lisbon. any insights would be helpful.

[@CaminoGuide]

I wish I had some! If you have walked then you probably have as much wisdom as I can offer. Buen Camino!

[@graciegonzalezsaenz7023]

Amazing video! Love the advice at the end, #5 and #6. Type 2 fun 😂 had never heard that before but recognize what you described from previous travels. I will be doing my 1st Camino in May and have found this very helpful! Thank you!

[@CaminoGuide]

Yay! I don’t know when you will be there. I will have a group of 31 from Astorga on May 12 and arriving in Santiago in May 30. Let me know if you will see us!

[@graciegonzalezsaenz7023]

Question: about the medical items, I am planning my first Camino in May and it will be the Camino de San Salvador and Camino de Santiago Primitivo. I know those are more rural caminos. Do you know if there is as much support along the way as far as places to buy fist aid necessities. Thinking I should have at least 2 days worth of items in case of blisters, cut, headaches…

[@CaminoGuide]

I don’t know these paths. Hopefully others will speak up. But my suspicion is that you are right. I’d plan to have cash and first aid for at least 2-3 days at a time

[@Rigus208]

Jeremy good video as always lots of good information thank you. I’m getting my tickets this week for my walk on Saint James in September. My question is I have Apex shoes breaking them in I got some blisters, I am wondering if anyone out there has had trouble with Apex? I think I’ve got them broken in I’m not getting blisters anymore. Would appreciate anyone’s comment. Buine. Camino

[@CaminoGuide]

So exciting! I hope you will keep us updated as you prepare for the walk. I don't know Apex at all. You may try commenting on my "How to Choose Shoes" video and maybe others could comment. Generally if they are trail runners then breaking them in is not that critical. But sometimes we need to learn how tight to tie them or other small adjustments. My current Altra's are blistering while tied too tight, and are good when a bit more loose. For me, if I had gotten blisters during training, I would want to put two very long days (13+ miles) back to back for training. Sometimes walking back to back reveals some things that you can't get from a single training day and then several days break before the next (how we often "train" at home).

[@Rigus208]

Camino Guide thanks for your reply. I did a 10 mi then a 20 mi back to back ,no blisters😉 What I do now ( thanks to your help ) after 5 mi I dry my socks and feet during a break.after 10 mi I change them . I do I’d find not tying them as tight helps a lot . Can’t wait to join ya during your live video.😇

[@CaminoGuide]

@@Rigus208 Wow. If you did 30 miles in 2 days with no issues then I think your shoe problems are solved for sure. Definitely the frequent sock changes are AWESOME for that. Thanks for the encouraging words!