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Scott Fraser replied to the thread Need something to do before Camino.You probably need two overnights in Lourdes which gives you a full day to poke around. It’s an interesting town. -
Scott Fraser replied to the thread Need something to do before Camino.Lourdes is an easy train ride from Bayonne. It’s an interesting pilgrimage town, but of a different sort than you’ll find on the Frances.
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Scott Fraser replied to the thread May-June Camino Frances - Rain Gear & Eating ware.Hi, Some brief comments: Shoes - wet feet are no fun (blister risk goes way up), but odds are most of your Camino will be dry. Tradeoff comfort and fit for waterproof any day. However, a light weight compromise would be to consider a single...
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Used properly poles are always going to be beneficial, whether is is on slopes or on the flat. Mine never leave my hands once I am walking - that is the only place that they belong to get any benefit. That said, they are not essential, and you...
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Take them. A couple of kilos off every step you take for 26/27 days? Certainly worth it. If you were just walking the last few days it’s no big deal either way. Have you figured out how to fit them and use the wrist-strap? I was sceptical when...
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Scott Fraser replied to the thread Weather in early may.The combination of the two should work. The only way to see if a jacket is rainproof is to wear it in a long shower. 😉
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Scott Fraser replied to the thread Lightweight backpack for petite female.Hi, picking a suitable pack is time consuming but it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make preparing for your Camino. I highly recommend the line of packs by AARN. I own three (2 Mountain Magic ~40 liters and a 25 l day pack - Pace...
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Started twice around this date. I always pack to be OK in temps from 0°C upwards. Not that those temps are very likely, but i actually encountered single digits quite some mornings and once even a bit of snowfall. For rain i go with a minimal...
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Scott Fraser replied to the thread Weather in early may.I walked through snow and freezing rain at the top of the Napoleon Route on May 1st, 2018. Last year in early June I walked through a cold, driving rain (thunder storms) on the same stage. Really cold weather is unlikely, but it happens. It's...
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Scott Fraser replied to the thread Which route to take after Figeac?.G'day, Like others I will strongly recommend the Célé Valley route. The entire walk is great but the thing that is not to be missed is the caves at Peche Merl, a 1 km or so north of Cabrerets. It is a remarkable experience to come face-to-face...
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