Way of St. Francis – Russ Eanes

November 23, 2022December 20, 2022 Trekking, Way of St. Francis

Why we trek in Sandals

It's been three years now since I completed my first 150 kilometer trek in Chaco sandals and I am more than convinced that they are the way to go for me. This past year my wife and I completed walking the Way of St. Francis in Italy--500 kilometers--completely in Chacos. This included some tough, "technical" … Continue reading Why we trek in Sandals

September 2, 2022January 18, 2023 Russ Eanes Backpacks, Camino, Trekking, Way of St. Francis

Using GPX Tracks

Walking the Way of St. Francis is a challenging and deeply rewarding pilgrimage. Florence to Rome, it covers 350 miles (over 550 kilometers) of beautiful vistas, charming villages and hilltop towns as well as rugged forests and mountains. However, navigating it can be tricky; the route is actually a consortium of up to eight different … Continue reading Using GPX Tracks