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  1. Caplen

    walking in September?

    Ultimately, everyone will choose footwear that they feel is appropriate for them. But some persistent myths abound that color future caminoists footwear decisions. What ever you decide, keep the following facts in mind. 1: It may or may not rain on your camino. Regardless of season. It may...
  2. Caplen

    The defining moment ?

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  3. Caplen

    Can't seem to press the button...

    Yes Yes :D Ahhh, ignore me. I'm just jealous. I have to wait a whole freakin' 18 months for my next camino. Cheers! You'll do great!
  4. Caplen

    Was Mick Right?........Was Mick Wrong?

    Ooooo...... a dust-up between Falcon and Pattii! :rolleyes: Pass the popcorn. Couldn't happen to two "nicer" peregrinos.
  5. Caplen

    Realistic time frame

    You might be better off considering starting a bit closer to Santiago, say Logrono or Burgos. Then you can start a little slower, take your time, figure out how long your stages should be..... With a time crunch looming, you guys might feel compelled to walk harder and faster on a daily basis...
  6. Caplen

    Water

    But that would be really wasteful and unnecessary! All those throwaway plastic bottles for no reason..... :eek: Spanish tap/fountain water is just fine. It's not Mexico. I didn't have any stomach problems on either of my Caminos, and never encountered anyone who did.
  7. Caplen

    Water

    What about water along the Via de la Plata? I know fountain water is perfectly safe, but I've heard the fountains on the VdlP are fewer and farther between, as are villages/bars. And since the terrain is so open and unshaded, I'm concerned about running low. Are there streams still flowing...
  8. Caplen

    Which ONE book to bring?

    Also..... Labyrinths by Juan Luis Borges Del amor y otros demonios by Gabriel García Márquez I rarely find time on a hike when I want to read alone. But my partner and I like to read to each other. I also love to keep a watercolor journal in a postcard spiral of watercolor paper.
  9. Caplen

    Worried about my shoes... HELP!!

    No stress - in a general sense, those look like perfectly suitable boots! Mid-cut, waterproof, stable..... The question is only if they are right for you. If they are a good, comfortable fit for you, and if they offer the walking experience that works for your feet. And make sure you find the...
  10. Caplen

    Which ONE book to bring?

    Too late, but I still want to play! :) Watership Down (Richard Adams - bunny pilgrimage!) A Walk in the Woods (Bill Bryson)
  11. Caplen

    How long should I take Camino Frances

    If you have the luxury of time, take the 8 weeks! I was a proud little snail on my Camino Frances, taking the full 2 months - enjoying some short days, some sightseeing/rest days, and it gave me time to walk to Finisterre too. Finisterre is my favorite part of the whole Camino. You are going...

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