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  1. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    In case anyone is still interested... I made it to Galicia!! I can't believe this is the final stretch! I'm actually in Baamonde which means only 100km to go! Time has really flown by and walking has become the norm. I've had no problems with my feet, my knee seems to have sorted itself out...
  2. Alan Alexander

    Albergue in Santander

    Personally I would recommend not to stay in the official albergue de peregrinos in Santander (it's near the plaza de ayuntamiento). The lady seemed perfectly pleasant upon arrival but I felt like I was being treated like a child. I understand that some albergues have a 10pm curfew, but she...
  3. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Hi all, just a quick update. I have crossed into Asturias and am currently in a small town called Colunga (strange Spanish name). I have covered 420km which puts me pretty much at the half way point. After the day one I never thought I would get this far, but now I'll be damned if I don't finish...
  4. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    I guess you are starting today! You're going to have an amazing time. I don't think you will quite catch up to me pero bueno Have an amazing time and if you have any doubts or questions please ask!
  5. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Haha I discovered it shortly before I left, but I didn't read anything about poles and didn't even think to look into it. Crossed the border into Cantabria today and reached 200km!!
  6. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Dear all, I am feeling very well looked after by all of you lovely people with all of your lovely advice! So thank you!! I have made it to Markina! I was very worried about this last stretch as it was a very big climb and (more importantly) a super sharp descent. But I made it in one piece...
  7. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Thanks, Gillean! Loving the poles! I do use the hand straps a lot when going uphill so I don't have to grip so hard constantly. Definitely feeling it in my hands, forearms and triceps... Maybe I will use vitamin supplements - especially if it gets worse again!
  8. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Hi LT, yes that would have been nice, especially on that day! Maybe some other time... Pero bueno, I made it as far as Markina now and no sign of stopping
  9. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Thank you so much for all the advice, hnguyen! I struggle to think ultra light but it clearly is possible! I think I've got the poles down now. I can't believe how much of a difference they make. And now one tells me there are shock absorbing ones available!? The good news is that I am in much...
  10. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Thanks! I have some decent boots and use dual layered 1000 Mile socks. No blisters yet! I will look into reducing the weight but am starting to get the hang of it. I do need to stretch though - feeling lazing at the beginning and the end of the day...
  11. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    You are right! Best investment EVER!! My knees are eternally grateful!
  12. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Omg they are a god send!!
  13. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    I guess at this point I should confess that I currently work in an international school in Valencia... haha. I do love languages though and find these little details important.
  14. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Took the coastal promenade route - definitely the better option for me! San José doesn't open until 3pm and apparently you can't book in advance but I will definitely search it out. Thanks again!!
  15. Alan Alexander

    Doubts after Day 1

    Thank you for the encouragement! I need it!!
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