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    Availability of 35mm film?

    I'm sure you can find film in Burgos and Leon. And I'm sure in Spain film photography is every bit in vogue like it is here now so shouldn't be too hard. I would think however that since film is light and relatively compact that taking enough for the trip would be better. I doubt you'll find...
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    StJPdP to Finisterre in 30 Days - Sample Itinerary?

    I started in SJPP and my first night was in Orrison. A very short day. My first week I walked the normal stages. The next week I went a little farther. By the third week I could easily do 35k+ days back to back without a problem. Start out slowly and build yourself up. Don't bring...
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    Which poncho (between these 2)....

    I have a Frogg Toggs poncho which I pair with a ULA rain kilt. I've tested it in strong wind and rain and it can be very effective. It's lightweight and paired with the kilt the coverage is quite good. Plus the poncho and kilt can be used independently. On my last Camino (del Norte, Oct...
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    New Ultralight Rain Jacket

    With my Frogg Toggs poncho and a ULA rain kilt and I can take on almost any rain. I also carry a lightweight pack cover in case I don't mind the drizzle but want to keep the pack dry. All this weighs considerably less than my Altus I used on my first Camino
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    Walking 21 days from Pamplona to Santiago. Is it ok?

    If you think you can do it in 21 days then I say figure out how and DO IT! YOU CAN! You will need a plan. You will also need to understand that if something goes wrong your 21 day Camino may be in jeopardy... blisters, shin splints, plantar fasciitis... these things happen. But if you pack...
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    Camino in October

    My experience was October was perfect. Weather was warm during the day, cool at night. I had a week of rain but it wasn't so cold as to be a problem. There were pilgrims but not nearly as many as during the earlier months. I liked it so much I'm doing del Norte this October.
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    Walking 21 days from Pamplona to Santiago. Is it ok?

    I did SJPP to SdC in 24 days at the age of 50. My first day was to Orrison which was 7km and my last day was from Monte do Gozo which was 5km. I started slowly, doing only 20-30km per day the first week. I highly recommend limiting yourself to that as you acclimate to the daily rigors of...
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    Importance of First Night's Stay

    I stayed at Orrison on my Camino. I didn't need to take such a short day the first day but I really enjoyed the afternoon of meeting people and making connections. The communal meal is a great way to start a camino. They were the people I spent my first week with and it really made for an...
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    Footwear - Waterproof or not waterproof.

    In 2014 I left my hiking shoes at an albergue on the 3rd or 4th day and didn't want to go back the few hours to get them. I had Chaco sandals which I intended to wear some during the trip but hadn't intended to use them the entire way. I wore thick wool socks and my Chacos the rest of the...
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    Brierly guide alternative??

    Wow.. thanks for all the great info! I had a conversation with a woman who had walked a few years ago and she had made a comment something to the effect of since they all used the same guidebook it was as if everyone were on the same itinerary. Having not thought to ask her then whether she'd...
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    Brierly guide alternative??

    Hi All.. I'm wondering if anyone has any recommendations for an alternative guide than the Brierly guide? I'm thinking maybe a good translation of a Spanish guidebook or something which isn't going to put me on the same Camino as my fellow English speakers? Smirk
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    Camino Frances in Oct 2014

    Buen Camino Barbara I'm 13 days ahead of you... quite literally. I too am walking the Camino this year and plan to arrive on my 50th birthday. I'll be turning 50 on Oct. 31st. Great minds think alike :) Bill
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    September 2014 Peregrinos

    Happy early cumpleanos to you Bernatchez! I think your idea of finishing on your birthday is a swell one indeed. I'll be sure to keep a watch for you.
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    September 2014 Peregrinos

    Hey everyone.. Add me to the list for a Sept. 30th departure from SJPP. I'll be pacing myself for arrival in Santiago on my 50th birthday on Oct. 31st.
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