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I contacted Norwegian today. I have to check in the poles, although they are small and will go into my backpack, if allouded. However ... they are not. So..it will be spesial luggage and check in, but only the poles. My backpack will go with me as handluggage.
Thanks to all of you sharing...
Hello Barber 1586. I have two books about the Camino. I didn´t think I needed Brierleys. As I just read what you write I may need it , to avoid the places it recommends me to stop : ). Do you know where I can buy it? I live in Norway, so it must be internet somewhere. Thank you in advance.
I bought a pair today! I have been wondering if I should bring poles or not. It is also a pair of Black Diamond, as one of you mentioned. I live in Norway and normally I never use poles. However, I bought a pair many years ago when I was walking in Lake district and later on in the Scottish...
Thank you for answering. Now I understand why most people starts in May, and I`m pleased that there will be less walkers at that time.....and also prepare for hot days :)
I have a pair of Sportiva mountain shoes. They are good for me when I walk in Norwegian mountains, never blisters or any other problems. As I went to a spesial shoe store I told them about my plans , walking the french camino, they advised me to use low trainers , Gore Tex , and suited for my...
This is a little bit funny...or maybe peculiar? For some months I could read the Calender, and found it peculiar that so many were starting their Camino in May, and almost "noone" in June. I did not understand why, and still don´t. Today I read about a bed-race, and a crowded Camino. I get a...
I have started the month of departure! Leaving Norway 31 of May. Going to Bilbao, then SJPP. I have learned a lot by reading Camino Forum, and of course some books. Finally I ordered a night in Orisson, and feel more and more confident with this decision. As many of you say: It will be smart...
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