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    Leaving in 3 weeks!

    Daniel, i will be a couple of days ahead of you however we may meet as I am scheduling a rest day every week. Look for the Forum patch on my pack plus the Aussie flag!! Melbrob
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    Injuries

    Re: Injuries Dougfitz, . . . and I thought I had seen everything on this site about walking !!!!! Rob
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    Luna Sandals - anyone have experience with these shoes?

    I purchased a pair of Luna Sandals a few months ago direct from USA. They are comfortable to wear and have the Vibram soles. Advantage is weight and much less packing space than Crocs, plus the fact that I cannot bear the thought of wearing Crocs (personal preference not a statement on their...
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    travel plan from australia

    Max, If you look at the web site is shows you views of the train interiors for the TGV. As far as I can see they are individual airline style seats but I am not sure if they recline. For the cost I don't really care as it is much less expensive than the UK train tickets I have just purchased...
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    Anyone planning to walk Camino Frances April 2013.

    Hedley, Melb to SJDP via Paris leaving 10 April. Overnight in SJDP 15 April, booked into Orisson for 16 April. Perhaps we will have the opportunity to share a bottle of Vino Tinto! Rob
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    Your body and your backpack

    Hi, Someone asked a question about Aarn packs - I am using one with the front pockets fitted. This allows me to put some of my load (heavy items such as water) in front which brings my load centre forward and just about matches my CofG. This may sound strange to some walkers however as...
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    travel plan from australia

    Hi, I am travelling from Melbourne through Paris in April. The TGV to Bayonne is the way to go, no changes and only 5hrs. A great web site for assistance is http://www.Seat61.com where all the issues are covered and there are even videos showing how to purchase a metro ticket!! I booked...
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    Anyone training for the Camino in Melbourne?

    Hi, The training is very informal so I suggest that you plan a walk then post the details here and see if you get any takers. A group of 9 of us walked from Lysterfield Park to Churchill Park the Sunday before last. 14.5km, some had packs, coffee in Belgrave and shared transport. A great...
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    Postponement of Camino Journey

    Hi Kennedy, A difficult decision for you both, however I am sure that you will both benefit in different ways from your resumed plan to walk. It will be an opportunity for you to think quietly about the past months and set them into a context for yourself. I will be walking a couple of weeks...
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    Caminoists in Melbourne

    Julie, Thanks for the heads up - I don't want to duplicate existing connections. Sometimes it is difficult to know just where people are communicating! Rob@Melbourne
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    Caminoists in Melbourne

    Hi to all Victorian readers, This morning Mark and I met in Belgrave for breakfast, too many cafe con leche, and clutching our Brierleys. Mark has just returned and I am planning for April 2013. Lots of exchanging of information and recommendations for food & sleep. Are there enough...
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    Ivar in Adelaide, October 5 to 12. Coffee anyone?

    Ivar, Sorry that those of us in the rest of Australia did not have a chance to catch up with you, it is a large country after all! After your visit "Down Under" you will understand what a logistic exercise it is to cross the globe for the walk - plus the seasonal changes in the weather. We...
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    Planning my Camino for 2013.

    AnnieM, Having just driven 13hrs/1020km between Melbourne and Dubbo I am not offering to drop in to see you!!! I am planning and training for April 10 2013. You will find lots of advice and support on this forum - just browse. There are many 'posters' who have several Camino's behind them so...
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    Planning my Camino for 2013.

    AmmieM, There are a few from Downunder who have walked, or are planning to walk, the Way. In which city are you based? I am sure we can find someone close to meet you if it would help. Always looking for an excuse for a couple of tinnies and a snag! Rob@Melbourne
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    The Pilgrims’ Way to Santiago - Photo Exhibition Melbourne

    Thanks for the 'heads up'. Sometimes it is worth being (one of the few) a pilgrim from Melbourne. Rob@Melbourne
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