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  1. Bob Howard

    Advanced Technology--Finally a Solution to Backpack Weight

    With this device, you can pack everything you might want (including your fears) irrespective of weight.
  2. Bob Howard

    Sahagún--One of those random memorable Camino moments

    I posted this on a thread about the Meseta earlier today. It is one of my favorite Camino moments. If it's ok with the moderators, I'm elevating it as a freestanding post. In July this year I arrived in Sahagún after a relatively short 17 kms walk from Ledigos. I think I got there about 10:00...
  3. Bob Howard

    Crowd Stuff

    There has been some fresh posting in the last few days about the Camino Frances and crowds. I've been a bit of a pain on this topic before, but I've just returned from another walk three weeks ago (I am a Camino Frances repeat offender), so I can't help myself. I left SJPDP on May 23 and arrived...
  4. Bob Howard

    The French on the French Way

    In Viana tonight. I have observed many French pilgrims along the way since SJPDP. I recall in my two previous late Spring Caminos this seems to be a popular time for them. Maybe someone has already mentioned this, but today I saw an enterprising Spaniard who has set up a food stop about 4 kms...
  5. Bob Howard

    Camino Irritants

    “I get irritated when I am constantly listening to the tap, tap, tap of others' poles, or to incessant chatter, or even worse.....music.” Saw this quote in another thread. I did a search but couldn’t find anything about solutions. Can anyone recommend earplugs—wax or foam—or maybe noise...
  6. Bob Howard

    In case this link hasn’t been posted yet.

    The Way. Talking about stuff we already know, but revere. https://www.salon.com/2023/05/11/emilio-estevez-the-way-camino-martin-sheen/
  7. Bob Howard

    Total Solar Eclipse on the Camino Frances in 2026

    On August 12, 2026, there will be a total solar eclipse that will be partially visible from virtually all of Spain. But the narrow path of totality (100%) runs northwest to southeast through Spain, and portions of the Camino are right in the path of totality. For example, Burgos will have almost...
  8. Bob Howard

    Do these earplugs work?

    I think I have tried every type of earplug, and I never found any that worked well, for me. I just did a search on this brand in our forums. The last time it was mentioned appears to be 2018. I can't tell from this website whether there are "new and improved" models. Has anyone tried these in...
  9. Bob Howard

    Logroño article in the Washington Post

    From a couple days ago. https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2023/02/11/spain-rioja-wine-restaurants/
  10. Bob Howard

    Getting Great Mileage But Missing the Jewels

    @JohnRRogers posted "Favorite 'Mid-Stage" Albergues" earlier today, and there were plenty of good recommendations. It appears this will be John and his wife's first time. Last summer I finally managed to have overnights in some of those mid-stage villages/hamlets. But in looking at Forum...
  11. Bob Howard

    A Selection of Favorite Albergues on the Camino?

    Ivar probably knows the answer to this. For a few years up until Covid, I much enjoyed the annual update (last one 2019). I assume Covid interrupted it. Anyone know if the author plans to resume updating.
  12. Bob Howard

    Is Business Class Worth the Extra Cost for Long Haul Flights to Madrid?

    Just started looking at airfares from US to Madrid for June or September. Unsurprisingly, it seems noticeably more expensive this year. Here's the thing--I dread being stuck in an airplane seat, whether a 2-hour flight or an 8-hour flight, and I cannot fall asleep sitting upright. On overnight...
  13. Bob Howard

    Getting Small and the In-Between Places

    In the Spring of 2021, I posted “Getting Small”, about pack size and “The In-Between Places” about maybe taking a slower pace and staying in some of the villages and towns between the typically recognized overnights. This past summer I walked the Francis again starting in late June and...
  14. Bob Howard

    In Santiago—an obscure question?

    I’m thinking this is probably more of a question for Ivar or someone who lives here: Any idea where I would go to get something laminated (small 6x9cm)?
  15. Bob Howard

    Leon Smoke

    Sitting at a terrazzo table on one of the rabbit warren pedestrian ways. The smel of smoke is strong and slightly acrid to the eyes.
  16. Bob Howard

    MAD Correo

    Has anyone sent a bag ahead to Ivar from the Madrid airport Correo in the last couple months.? I have a relatively short connection and wondering how long it took.
  17. Bob Howard

    Pamplona to SJPDP--the Long Way

    I have flown into MAD twice and then on to Pamplona and a bus to SJPDP the next day. For this year, I'm thinking from Pamplona I will take the next day early bus to San Sebastian, connecting with a bus to Bayonne, and then the train to SJPDP. No particular rational reason other than I like the...
  18. Bob Howard

    No Room at the Inn 2022 (San Martin Pinario)

    I stole the title of this thread from a 2014 post by longtime Pilgrim and Forum member David. After numerous emails to Hospederia San Martin Pinario, I have found no availability this summer. Their website says "No availability from May 6 to December 31". And not just the pilgrim rooms, but...
  19. Bob Howard

    BlisterStuff

    Don't really know what to make of this. Breakthrough or scam? Anyone tried it? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07N15HKWN/?tag=casaivar02-20
  20. Bob Howard

    The In-Between Places

    Alexwalker over on the discussion about Camino physical preparation said: "Here's throwing the torch into the conversation: I have all the time I want. I am retired and on a good pension (67). I am so determined to use my next Camino to the fullest: I have set aside 2 months (minimum/whatever)...

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