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  1. alipilgrim

    The Way 2

    I saw on one of the interview clips that Martin Sheen actually carried a fully-loaded backpack as he wanted it to be as authentic as possible.
  2. alipilgrim

    LIVE from the Camino Vía Serrana Nov-Dec 2022

    Similar picture but further away! That is a great day’s walking.
  3. alipilgrim

    Questions about the Vía Serrana

    Laurie, I walked 6 weeks after Umwandert and the gate into the Finca was not locked for me. I had the notes from Debi re: going under but I never came across that one….
  4. alipilgrim

    Questions about the Vía Serrana

    Yes, the gate was very securelay tied/locked. I’m quite sure there was room to slither under but I chose to go over. I’m only 5’3” and managed fine. As you see in Umwandert’s pic, on the right side there’s a horizontal bar that perfect for a step. I walked up to the “river” crossing and...
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    LIVE from the Camino Escaping the Rain: Walking the Rota Vicentina in Portugal

    Laura, being local, what time of year would you suggest people walk this path?
  6. alipilgrim

    New Variant to Riano?

    Did you have any trouble with finding accommodation? Especially on the Lebaniego portion?
  7. alipilgrim

    No trekking poles in Porto

    On Google it seem there are several Decathlon in the area (including one very near the airport from which I bought my poles a few years ago). Perhaps check their websites to see if other Decathlons have them in stock?
  8. alipilgrim

    Hiking/Walking Shoes or Sandals

    The Speedgoats were too narrow for me but the Hoka Challenger ATR5’s fit well. I do, however, wear the Topo Ultraventure more often now.
  9. alipilgrim

    Have any Americans walked the whole Francigena?

    I recently watched an online seminar put on by the Confraternity of the VF (?) featuring Sandy Brown whose new guidebooks to the VF are being published now. 3 in a series, at least 2 are out if not all 3. Anyway, in the podcast he acknowledged how circuitous the marked path can be and he made...
  10. alipilgrim

    Vadiniense route

    This year is an anniversary year, forgive me but I don’t have the exact info at hand, so I’m guessing that accommodation might actually be easier to find? Again assuming, but I’d think the powers that be might ensure the re-opening of the closed albergues….
  11. alipilgrim

    cycling the Senda Litoral

    This site has info on cycling paths….O´Luis do Freixo | OS CAMINHOS CARA A SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA
  12. alipilgrim

    LIVE from the Camino Umwandert finds challenges on the Via Serrana - December 2022

    I'm enjoying your posts and check often for new updates. I hope to start the Serrana myself in 2.5 weeks so am busy gathering all the information I can....
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    LIVE from the Camino Vía Serrana Nov-Dec 2022

    Hi Nick, You mentioned you found the gps tracks invaluable. From where did you source the tracks? Thank you...
  14. alipilgrim

    caminka's voie de la nive in 2022

    Thank you for your detailed notes! I’m always pleased when I walk a route you’ve already done as I know your notes will be impeccable.
  15. alipilgrim

    Walking Without Rain Gear

    I’d suggest testing your IKEA ponchos before you go. Mine was an utter failure and soaked thru in minutes. Luckily I had a disposable plastic poncho as well….
  16. alipilgrim

    Senda Litoral from Esposende north??

    The Litoral is a continuous path, usually meeting up with the Coastal at “stage” beginnings/ends. I walked it in 2019 and found Freixo’s maps to be invaluable for planning and while on the camino used Maps.me to assist in any route-finding (there were a few stretches where the Litoral route or...
  17. alipilgrim

    28L pack on the Camino Frances this October

    I prefer to take a little larger backpack with a good suspension (frame) that transfers the weight to my hips rather than carrying it all on the shoulders. Also, don’t be too concerned over the #L. Each pack manufacturer as a different way of calculating their pack size so a 28L by one company...
  18. alipilgrim

    Macabi skirt sizing/slim/usage

    What size Beth?
  19. alipilgrim

    Via del la Plata in early Sept - who else will be there.

    Because so few pilgrims walk the VdLP when it is so hot it might be a good idea to confirm that the albergues will actually be open for your timeframe
  20. alipilgrim

    Dry Bag for Shower

    I use one of those thick reusable-but-disposable plastic grocery bags that my local supermarkets sell for 10 cents. Folds up small, waterproof within reason, capacious, and a very small monetary investment!

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