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Yes, as Syl mentioned, I'm another Forum member off on my second camino with Syl and a group of South Africans. I, too, have my Forum patch on my pack. But, alas, I cannot find my scallop shell.
Hope it turns up tomorrow as I make my final preparations to leave. Thanks to all the veteran...
As you can see, the opinions on this question are all over the place. I think your age, weight and fitness level are all important variables. I'd say that if you are 45 or older and carrying some extra weight, then definitely take poles to take pressure off of your knees on descents. There...
As you can see, the opinions on this question are all over the place. I think your age, weight and fitness level are all important variables. I'd say that if you are 45 or older and carrying some extra weight, then definitely take poles to take pressure off of your knees on descents. There...
I'm pleased to say that I'll be with Sil on this trip. Cucumber sandwiches with pinkies extended?
Hmmm, that isn't what I had in mind, but am open to it, just for fun. Don't drink Coca Cola, however. I'm open. We're going to have a fine time!!
Nancy,
Last year before I embarked on my first walk on parts of the Camino Frances and parts of the Via de la Plata, I basically lived on this forum. The veteran posters had a tremendous influence, and so did great topics like: What were you most glad that you had with you? I studied foot...
Hi All,
The weather is beautiful and hot. I haven´t been staying at albergues, but I met a Spaniard who was ending his camino because the ¨race for beds¨ was so distasteful for him. He said the albergues were full by about 4 PM. But this is second-hand information.
I´ve blogged about my...
Hi All,
It´´s a gorgeous day here. There were over 100 people at the Pilgrim´s Mass.
I´´ll be blogging at http://www.janetscamino2010.blogspot.com. Hope I got that right. The punctuation of the link might be wrong.
Janet
I have read "A Techno Geek's Guide to the Camino," and the range of views on what to bring.
As with so many aspects of this adventure, we each have to find our own way. I have been working on that. A couple of months ago, I decided my computer (2.5 lbs) was too heavy to bring. I decided on...
SusieW from South Africa, expressed her appreciation of ""the dynamic 'Sillydol'" and advised us to
"take note of her advice when you see it posted," which of course is excellent advice.
However, because Sil is so sensible, wise and knowledgeable, there's another useful to approach to...
I forgot one thing: for my second pair of footware: very light Croc hiking sandles. These are good for the shower, or if need be they can be used on the Camino.
Janet
Hi All,
I realize it's best to post on this topic AFTER your Camino. I leave for my first in one week. However, I have been basically living on the Forum for 2+ months, and have learned something new every day. I'm on footware # 3. First, was a great pair of boots (too heavy in my...
Thank you so much for your post. I leave in 10 days for Spain, and start walking from Roncesvalles two weeks from today. As a result of hearing how cold it is, I've decided to take my down vest after all. I had thought it was silly to take something like that to Spain in the summer. How...
Wait a minute. It's May 4 (now May 5th in Spain) and it's snowing?! Am I misunderstanding something? I can't believe this. Please clarify where and when these photos were taken.
Janet
Congratulations, Rebekah! I'm in my countdown: 18 days until I leave for Spain. I have benefited so much from all the contributors to this forum. Thank you all so much. I will proudly display my Camino Forum patch on my pack if it ever arrives.
Buen Camino
Janet
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