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    2015 SEPTEMBER PILGRIMS

    Hugh and Patty are walking Le-Puy-en-Velay to Cahors beginning 30 August.
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    2015 SEPTEMBER PILGRIMS

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    Alternative to walking to O Cebreirio

    La Faba has a fine albergue run by the German confraternity and a nice family café in town. That leaves a nice morning climb (hopefully in fog) to O Cebriero in time for café con leche and a nice downhill.
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    Sock problem

    We walked CF from SJPdP last September in Keen Mids. When the feet were hot, everything was hot. Due to the high rate of blisters and foot problems on the Camino, I recommend a liner sock then a synthetic sock that dries quicker than wool, such as those by Nike or Puma. consider reducing...
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    Dealingwith the heat

    I agree with the early start; the birds and roosters are great before sunrise. Salt supplement is helpful along with all the water. Broad-brimmed hats with ties are great.
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    How to end, walking the LePuy Camino?

    We walked SJpdP to SdC last September and plan on Le Puy to Cahors this Sept. I agree with above advice to walk to Roncesvalles, a fabulous walk to an historic village. You can catch bus to Pamplona then train to Madrid for return to US: much simpler than returening to France.
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    How to end, walking the LePuy Camino?

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    Money Belt, Bum Bag or Neck Pouch

    I would be cautious about anything interfering with pack's waist belt. I carried a neck belt for passports, cards, and main money stash. I would recommend having small plastic bag for passports. A small amount of cash can go into pocket. The neck strap can hang over neck or neck/shoulder...
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    Money Belt, Bum Bag or Neck Pouch

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    September-October 2015

    We started at SJpdP last Sept 5. It was in the 80's by late afternoon encouraging early morning start with the roosters. By Leon the temperatures were cooler with warm rain in Galicia. I rarely wore long shirts or long pants.
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    September-October 2015

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    The need for a headlight

    Last Septe;mber on the Camino Frances we usually hit the trail (or cafe) by 7 am. Sun was up after 8am, so headlight was essential. I suggest getting a headlamp with red option which is more acceptable in albergues.
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    The need for a headlight

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    Don't skimp on the shoes

    On the Camino Frances Sept 2014 the most common health problem I encountered related to feet. We went with medium weight above ankle boots (KEEN) for ankle support on down hill stretches. Practice on downhill stretches to be sure your feet don't slide. We also used glide and a liner sock, with...
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    Blankets in Roncesvalles Albergue?

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