Advice for first Camino!
Hello everyone!
I am considering embarking on my first Camino (Frances way I believe) at the end of August. This is kind of a last minute decision as currently I am backpacking Europe. I was hoping to get advice on if you experts think this is feasible based on the current items of clothing/ backpacks I have- I obviously did not plan for this when packing to start my trip lol. Right now I am traveling with a 40L osprey Fairport and a 24L Gregory backpack. I know I will not be carrying both but any recommendations on which to take? I have backpacked the long trail before and know how to live lightly so I was considering the 24L, what do you all think? Also clothing wise I have some hiking clothes but nothing too technical (ie. Raincoat) I also have a pair of basic topo sneakers that I’ve been using for the majority of my walking in Europe. Would those be an okay shoe choice? I’m just not sure how prepared I need to be in terms of gear, I see many people using hiking poles or “fancier” outdoor gear- is this necessary? Sorry one more question! As I do have two bags and will be needing to pack one up with extra stuff I won’t be taking, is there a way to ship it somewhere maybe to a hostel further down the Camino route? Anywho, thank you all preemptively for the help, I welcome any and all advice. Thanks!