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  1. FRM

    Questions for those of you using Bracelayer knee stabilizing pants

    So I’ve recently purchased my first pair of Bracelayer knee stabilizing tights. For those of you not familiar they are compression tights with knee braces built in. I wore them today for the first time on a 7mile walk. I have a couple of questions for those of you who have worn Bracelayer or...
  2. FRM

    LIVE from the Camino Escaping the Rain: Walking the Rota Vicentina in Portugal

    Arrived in Porto yesterday to walk my second Camino Portuguese. As you may know the rain in northern Portugal has been intense (Biblical?) the last few weeks and the forecast was for of the same. I wasn’t at all looking forward to walking. I started hunting around on the Forum for other walks in...
  3. FRM

    Best 7 day walk on the Frances?

    So I’ve never been able to convince a family member to come with me to Spain and walk. No amount of my fabulous photos, descriptions of a typical day, or raves about the food have worked. Until now! My son and his wife have agreed to walk with me for 7ish days in March. So now I’m trying to...
  4. FRM

    Altra Olympus 5 Hike Mid GTX - follow up.

    This review is much later than intended. I started from Pamplona in March as planned, with hopes to walk the Inverno over Easter. However, life got complicated and I only got as far as Castrojeriz before needing to head home for family medical issues. All is good now. The post Camino review...
  5. FRM

    Altra Olympus 5 Hike Mid GTX - first impressions

    I’m a big fan of Altra and their zero rise shoes. I’ve worn Lone Peaks Mids in their various iterations my last 4 walks on the Camino. However walking the Portuguese, with the never ending cobble stones, had me wishing for a shoe with more cushioning. So for the first time in years I...
  6. FRM

    Santa Semana 2023

    I will be on the Inverno during Santa Semana in 2023. I would like to take a day or two off to enjoy whatever Santa Semana has to offer but have no idea which town would be best for this, or which day (Good Friday, Easter, other). My Protestant background provides little guidance. Thanks. frm
  7. FRM

    LIVE from the Camino Me and my umbrella - envy of the Camino

    So I’m in Redondella. The last two days have been hot (90/32+). I usually walk in March so heat hasn’t been an issue. For the Portugues in late May I purchased a Gosamer Gear trekking umbrella. It has made an amazing difference. I think it is giving me an extra 5k a day. I haven’t seen any...
  8. FRM

    Differences between the Frances and the Portugues?

    So I’ve walked the Frances on 4 different occasions, mostly in March. This year I’m going to try the Portuguese coastal in late May. I’ve become comfortable on the Frances, speak enough Spanish to get by, know how the alberques work, understand the “rules of the road” so to speak. I’m curious...
  9. FRM

    Bought my ticket. Spain here I come.

    So I’ve finally committed to walking the France. Purchased tickets yesterday. Iberia had a great price on a round trip Premium Economy ticket from my Charlotte NC for $1000. I depart September 9. I’ll have 19 days and plan walking from Burgos to Sarria. This allows me to hit my favorite...
  10. FRM

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD A year ago today

    A year ago today I cut my Camino short. Covid was exploding in Italy and cases were just being reported in Spain. Travel was just beginning to be restricted. I felt the need to return home. Spain would go on to be one of the countries most impacted by Covid. I think back on the people I...
  11. FRM

    Altra Lone Peak All-WTHR mids - first impression

    The new Altra Lone Peak All WTHR mids are available. Lone Peaks are a popular shoe/boot on the Camino both for their light weight and the zero drop soles. This is the water resistant version. They replace the Lone Peak RSM mids and continue Altra’s aversion to vowels... Mine arrived a few days...
  12. FRM

    Training on a treadmill.

    Does anyone have experience training using a treadmill? I want to add the treadmill to my biking/walking regime. This would be in addition to walking outdoors. We have recently purchased a treadmill and it seems good way to get miles in during bad weather. Does wearing a full pack on a...
  13. FRM

    Lone Peak 5 available in a few weeks.

    The new version of the Lone Peak (5) is due out in a few weeks. I’d noted that the Lone Peak 4.5 was only available in a few sizes at the Altra website and asked about future availability. They responded it is being replaced by the 5. Some of the changes include a wide version, the toe cap...
  14. FRM

    Altra = Happy Feet?

    So I purchased a pair of Altra Lone Peak 4.5 a week or so ago. I though I would post my experience as a first time Altra wearer for those of you considering them. I was intrigued by the zero drop sole and by the posts I’ve read here by folks that swear by them. Also, they were on sale at the...
  15. FRM

    Walked the Appalachian Trail for Three Days.

    I decided I needed to get away from the US election for a few days, what could be nicer than a long walk with barely a soul around. I also had a new Gregory Stout 45 that I wanted to field test (I found it a competent pack). I’m lucky enough to be just a few hours away from numerous sections...
  16. FRM

    Hoka TenNine, a bit strange looking.

    Has anyone tried out the new Hoka TenNine Hike? I’m always looking for shoes that are kind to my feet.They are a bit odd looking to say the least. The sole juts out past the main body of the boot at the heel and has a cut out running down the center that allows each side to move...
  17. FRM

    Which fall month is the weather/number of pilgrims similar to March?

    My past three walks on the Camino have all been in March. Weather was brisk, the number of pilgrims was fairly low, and most alberques were open so there was never a problem finding a bed. I had hoped to return this coming March but reluctantly realize this is unlikely to happen. Currently it...
  18. FRM

    Scent of the Camino

    I have a number of items that I only use while on the Camino. My little microfiber towel which is a bit to small to completely dry my 6 foot 4 inch frame, a buff that has been with me the 3 times I’ve walked, Dr. Bronner’s lavender scented bar soap. I purchased a bar of Dr. Bronner’s a few...

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