I have Canon gear but it is bulky and heavy. Planning to use a Leica Q. It is the smallest one I have without incurring in more expenses. I am 72 years old, I walk every day. Do you have any recommendations on training? Planning to do it on spring next year
Hi Alfonso - my apologies, I just realised I never replied to you!
For sure the smallest and lightest one you have is best. I also used a Peak Design clip attached to my backpack strap which made it so much easier to access too.
In terms of training, walking every day is already a really great start since I think the hardest part is getting your body used to doing it every day. I would then start walking with a backpack and add weight slowly over time until you get to the weight that you plan to walk. This is the bit I didn't do and it took me a long time to get used to it! Hope this helps :) Feel free to email me directly on hello@ameenarojee.co.uk if you'd like to chat more.
Dear Ameena: what photo equipment did you carry on this walk? I am planning to do it next year.
Hi Alfonso, I took my Fuji X100T on this walk and that's all! It's ideal for travelling lightly. Exciting that you're planning to do it next year!
I have Canon gear but it is bulky and heavy. Planning to use a Leica Q. It is the smallest one I have without incurring in more expenses. I am 72 years old, I walk every day. Do you have any recommendations on training? Planning to do it on spring next year
Hi Alfonso - my apologies, I just realised I never replied to you!
For sure the smallest and lightest one you have is best. I also used a Peak Design clip attached to my backpack strap which made it so much easier to access too.
In terms of training, walking every day is already a really great start since I think the hardest part is getting your body used to doing it every day. I would then start walking with a backpack and add weight slowly over time until you get to the weight that you plan to walk. This is the bit I didn't do and it took me a long time to get used to it! Hope this helps :) Feel free to email me directly on hello@ameenarojee.co.uk if you'd like to chat more.
Really enjoying your pics and blog 👍
Thank you Kevin!