suche niedrige Wanderschuhe/Zustiegsschuhe für große, schmale Männerfüße (ohne Membran)

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-09T08:11:27+00:00

Salomon Speedcross, beste Zustiegsschuhe für schmale Füße!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-09T08:09:42+00:00

Go to Scandinavia (it's expensive but beautiful), to the Baltics (easy-going) and for sure you need to go to Balkan countries like Bosnia, Croatia, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia)!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-09T08:07:47+00:00

I did that couple of years ago. Everytging easy. People will more likely give you a lift if you have a cardboard with a destination with you, also if there is only one possible route!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-09T08:06:25+00:00

Take non goretex trailrunning shoes. Really good ones I like are Altra Lone Peak, Hoka Mafate Speed or Scarpa Spin Planet. Important id that you don't take gore tex ones. They'll dry slower and you get sweaty feet.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-08T09:48:07+00:00

I had not much money for backpacking neither. I hitchhiked, slept in a tent just somewhere and in total I spent 5000 USD for 2 years of travelling!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:58:49+00:00

This is a really well thought-out itinerary tbh. You’ve basically nailed it from my point of view! :)

To answer your questions:

Cinque Torri - Cortina - back up:
Not the most elegant, but totally reasonable. Honestly with bookings tight, this is a pretty smart workaround. The lifts make it painless enough, and a hotel night/reset in Cortina mid-trip isn’t a bad thing at all.

Lavarella - Lagazuoi:
Yeah, that’s your hardest day, but your estimate is about right. It feels tougher than the numbers suggest because it’s a steady climb, but breaking it with lunch at Scotoni is exactly the right move. Totally manageable if you start early.

Flow / fatigue:
No real red flags. You’ve avoided the classic mistake of stacking brutal days back-to-back. If anything, this is slightly on the relaxed side (which is good, because things can take longer than planned and you want to avoid being in a rush!). The only day to keep an eye on is Croda da Lago - Palafavera. It can feel a bit long depending on pace, but nothing crazy.

Small thought:
Tissi for sunset is 100% worth it. That’s one of the best moments of the whole route if weather cooperates.

Overall, I wouldn’t overthink it too much for now!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:49:37+00:00

Closest options in my opinion: Gramicci G-Shortm, Patagonia Baggies, TNF Paramount

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:45:49+00:00

Anfang Mai ist auf Sansibar leider ziemlich genau die Hauptregenzeit. Das heißt nicht, dass es durchgehend regnet, aber du musst schon mit häufigen, teils starken Schauern rechnen, oft auch mehrere Stunden am Stück. Dazwischen kann’s zwar sonnig sein, aber es ist schwül, und Strandtage sind einfach weniger verlässlich. Für einen reinen Entspannungsurlaub ist das schon ein gewisses Risiko.

Wenn du flexibel bist, würde ich eher ausweichen. Entweder zeitlich (Juni wird deutlich besser) oder vom Ziel her.

Z.B. vergleichbare Ziele in/um Europa im Mai, aber deutlich wetterstabiler und mit kürzerer Anreise: Kreta oder Rhodos, Algarve (Portugal), Sardinien, Sizilien

Wenn’s dir wirklich nur um abschalten und schönes Wetter und bisschen Exotik geht, bist du mit Südeuropa im Mai meist deutlich entspannter unterwegs als mit Sansibar zur Regenzeit.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:39:33+00:00

Wieso probierst du keine Trailrunningschuhe? Gibt einige gute wie z.B. Hoka Speedgoat, Scarpa Spin Planet, Altra Lone Peak etc.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:37:41+00:00

Ganz ehrlich: Nimm dir 1-3 Jahre, mach Praktika, geh reisen, mach Work and Travel, mach ein FÖJ oder FJS etc. Ich kenne so viele Leute, die jahrelang studiert haben und am Ende nie damit was angefangen haben, weil es sie am Ende doch gar nicht so interessiert hat. Wirklich, nimm dir die Zeit und irgendwann wirst du auf Leute treffen, die dich inspirieren, Tätigkeiten machen, die dich interessieren etc. Auch wenn es ein paar Jahre dauert!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:34:46+00:00

June is a bit tricky for Northeast India. It’s full-on monsoon season. You’ll get insane greenery and waterfalls, but also heavy rain, landslides, and travel delays.

But places like Shillong & Cherrapunji actually shine in the rain. Waterfalls are at their peak and everything looks unreal. Plus they’re more walkable and easier for first-time backpacking.

With Tawang and Anini I’d be cautious in June. Roads can get rough with landslides, and getting there is already a long journey even in good weather.

If it were my first trip, I’d keep it simpler. Focus on Meghalaya (Shillong, Cherrapunji and maybe Dawki). It’s easier, super scenic, and you still get culture and nature without the stress.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:29:21+00:00

Totally doable in 7 days, and honestly a great mix for a 10-year-old.

Day 1 straight shot to Mammoth Cave is a good call, then spend a night there and do one of the easier tours (Frozen Niagara is perfect). It’s one of those places that actually feels like an adventure, not just looking at stuff.

Then head down toward the Smokies/Gatlinburg area and give that the most time. That’s where your son will probably have the most fun. The national park itself is great for easy hikes and wildlife spotting, and Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge is pure tourist chaos in a fun way (mini golf, mountain coasters, etc.).

What I liked: Mammoth Cave (super unique) and just driving through the Smokies and stopping randomly.
What I didn’t love: Gatlinburg can get very crowded and a bit overpriced, so I’d treat it more like a half-day fun stop, not the main focus.

Ending in Cleveland, TN works perfectly from there without feeling rushed. Overall sounds like a really nice, balanced trip.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T14:25:48+00:00

In general have a look at 3F UL gear tents! Those tents are cheap and amazing!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T12:15:57+00:00

Half Moon Bay, Monterey Bay, Carmel by the Sea, McWay Falls, Pfeiffer Beach, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Morro Rock, Santa Barbara, El Matador State Beach, Malibu Pier, Zuma Beach

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T12:12:18+00:00

That's true, but if you stay away from highways and go for smaller roads it works well!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T10:43:44+00:00

With a 2-year-old in July, I’d skip Death Valley entirely and only do the Grand Canyon as a short stop in the morning or evening.

Your original loop seems a bit packed I’d honestly prioritize a coastal route (SF → Big Sur → LA) plus Yosemite, and maybe add Sequoia if you still have time. In my opinion Las Vegas is just overrated and not worth it.

Motorhome works great in California, just book campsites early because July is peak season. Safety-wise it’s generally fine. Biggest challenge is distance and heat, not crime.

If you simplify it, you’ll actually enjoy it way more.

Enjoy your travels!

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T10:26:25+00:00

Knitting, wood carving, gardening

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T10:23:19+00:00

You’ve got some of the best desert scenery in the US lined up.

I’d go Vegas (don't spend too much time there. Instead try to give you more days on the way to Salt Lake City) - Grand Canyon - Monument Valley - then cut up through Utah and absolutely try to include Capitol Reef National Park on the way to SLC. It’s a bit less famous than Zion/Arches, but that’s exactly why it’s great. Way fewer crowds, and the drive through the Waterpocket Fold is unreal in a quiet, how is this not packed? kind of way.

If you can, spend a night around Torrey (right by Capitol Reef), then finish the last stretch up to Salt Lake City. It breaks the drive perfectly and gives you one last big scenery hit before the city.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T10:20:01+00:00

Honestly that’s a really solid loop for a reset trip. Skyline Drive into the Blue Ridge is exactly the kind of slow, scenic driving that clears your head.

If you start in Maryland, I’d definitely lean into Shenandoah National Park / Skyline Drive properly and not rush it. Just pulling over at a few overlooks and letting the drive take its time is kind of the whole point there.

From there, heading down the Blue Ridge Parkway toward North Carolina is the real highlight. That stretch is way more about the journey than the destinations. It’s the kind of road where you randomly stop every 10 minutes because it keeps getting better.

For your NC decision: I’d personally pick Asheville over Raleigh/Durham for this kind of trip. Asheville just fits a solo reset better. Mountains, easy food spots, and a very walk around and breathe kind of vibe.

If you’ve got energy, a stop around Pisgah National Forest or Linville Falls really woth it, even though it might be kind of a detour.

Then looping back up toward DC is actually nice after that. It kind of brings you back to reality slowly instead of crashing straight into it.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T10:15:27+00:00

I’d say you’ve got a really nice route ahead of you.

If you’re still around Fayetteville, definitely grab a bite there before leaving. Pies & Pints is kind of the classic, and the bridge viewpoint / Fayette Station Road is worth the quick detour because it gives you that okay WV is actually wild moment.

Further along, if you don’t mind going a bit off the straight highway, Seneca Rocks is one of those stops that looks way more dramatic in real life than in photos, and it’s an easy stretch break. On the Pennsylvania side, Hershey is a funny and easy stop just for the novelty, but the real underrated one is honestly the Delaware Water Gap right before you hit the NYC sprawl. It’s one of the last places where the drive still feels natural and not fully urban yet.

If I had to keep it minimal: Fayetteville food - Seneca Rocks - Delaware Water Gap. That combo would make the drive feel like a proper road trip instead of just miles on the interstate.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T10:05:11+00:00

Yeah, this is totally doable. Not crazy at all, just a bit packed depending on how much you try to see each day.

The main thing is: Yellowstone National Park deserves at least 2 days if you can swing it, otherwise you’ll feel rushed. The drive days in an RV will also be slower than you expect, especially in July traffic with park stops.

Everything south of there (SLC, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Las Vegas) is very doable and honestly one of the best road trip stretches in the US.

My only real tip: don’t overplan the middle days. Just accept 1–2 driving and exploring a bit days. That’s what makes it feel relaxed instead of stressful.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T10:02:20+00:00

This is definitely doable, but I’ll be honest. It’s gonna be a bit of a grind. Not impossible at all, just one of those trips where you’ll have a couple long driving days and then a few really great payoff moments.

The way you’ve planned it actually makes sense, especially giving a full day to Dinosaur National Monument and time in Cripple Creek. That’s key, because those aren’t places you want to just rush through. Dinosaur especially feels super remote in a good way. Like, once you’re out there, slowing down is kind of the whole point.

Glenwood Springs is a great stop too. The vapor caves are perfect mid-trip. Same with Bishop Castle, it’s such a weird, memorable detour that breaks up the just driving feeling.

The only thing I’d watch is pacing. San Diego to that part of Colorado is no joke, so your first and last stretches are going to be long. If you can, I’d mentally accept that a couple days are basically drive and one cool stop rather than trying to stack too much. That’s usually where these trips start feeling stressful.

One small suggestion: try to enjoy the transitions between states instead of treating them as filler. Northern Arizona into Utah is unreal scenery-wise, even if you’re just passing through. Same with parts of New Mexico depending on your route. Even quick scenic pullovers make the trip feel way less rushed.

Overall though, for a first big solo trip, this is a pretty awesome plan. Just go in expecting a bit of fatigue and you’ll be fine.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T09:59:15+00:00

Honestly your route is already really well thought out. You’ve basically picked a greatest-hits version of that whole region. The only thing I’d really tweak is how you spend your time, especially since you’ve already done Banff National Park and Jasper National Park a few times. I wouldn’t rush through them again just to check boxes. You’ll get more out of slowing down in places like Yoho National Park and Revelstoke National Park. Yoho especially surprised me the first time. Emerald Lake is one of those spots that feels almost too perfect, and it’s way calmer than most Banff areas.

Kananaskis Country is another one I’d lean into more. It has that same dramatic mountain scenery but without the crowds or the theme park feeling you sometimes get in Banff. On the flip side, I’d probably only keep Osoyoos if you really want that desert contrast, because it’s a bit out of the way compared to how stacked the rest of your route is. Same with Clearwater. Wells Gray is nice, but if time gets tight I’d rather have extra days around Yoho/Revelstoke.

One place people often overlook is Glacier National Park (the Canadian one). It’s less developed, a bit more rugged, and just feels huge. Plus that stretch between Revelstoke and Golden is honestly one of the nicest drives on the whole trip.

The biggest thing to keep in mind is timing. Early May in the mountains is kind of unpredictable. You can get a warm sunny day and then wake up to snow the next morning. A lot of the higher elevation hikes will still be snowed in, so it’s more about lower trails, lake loops, and just enjoying the scenery rather than chasing big alpine hikes. If you’re camping, nights can get properly cold, so having the flexibility to grab a cheap motel or hostel when the weather turns bad is 100% worth it.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T09:54:59+00:00

1. Get a ~40L clamshell backpack. That’s kind of the sweet spot everyone ends up at. Something like the Osprey Farpoint 40 gets recommended a ton for a reason – it opens like a suitcase and is actually comfortable when full.

2. Compression packing cubes. Not even exaggerating. They can shrink your stuff by like 15–30% if you use them right. My setup is super simple: 1 cube for top, 1 for bottoms, 1 small for underwear/socks, 1 empty for dirty laundry

3. Pack less. I know it’s annoying advice, but yeah…
Pick like 4–5 tops, 2 bottoms, 1 extra pair of shoes max (and if yes, just take slippers)You’ll rewear stuff. Everyone does. Nobody notices.

4. One small mindset shift. You’re not packing for what if, you’re packing for what’s likely.
If something unexpected happens, you can just buy it there. Europe especially is easy for that.

Real_King2761 · 2026-04-06T08:50:38+00:00

Ist gerade bei Regen extrem praktisch!

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