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  1. Dave2525

    What pushed or invited or drew you to set off for 'The Camino'?

    I had never even heard of it when a friend suggested it. I dismissed the idea initially but several months later I revisited the prospect. I enjoy new experiences, cultures, ideas, etc. Once I booked the international flights, it was a done deal in my mind. Never say never but once was enough...
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    What exercises to do to strengthen lower back?

    There are a few here. i.e. superman and swimmer are good https://www.today.com/health/diet-fitness/lower-back-workouts-rcna44574
  3. Dave2525

    Re-considering zip-off convertible pants

    I had a pair similar to these Eddie Bauer Ascent. By mid-morning it was warm enough so that I unzipped them until the next day. No comfort problems.
  4. Dave2525

    Do you collect a Compostela?

    I do have a Compostela…somewhere. When I’ve gone everywhere else in the world and done everything else, maybe I’ll go back and try for another.
  5. Dave2525

    Crinkly Plastic Bags

    Entitled selfishness is expecting everyone else to change their behaviour because you don't like it. If I don't like the noise I wear earplugs, if I don't like the headlamps I wear a sleeping mask. It's my problem so I find my solution. I can't control what other people do but I can control my...
  6. Dave2525

    Crinkly Plastic Bags

    I’m pretty sure nobody is trying to be noisy on purpose. If anyone has issues, then they should wear earplugs.
  7. Dave2525

    Boxer shorts - any recommendations

    Avoid cotton anything. I don’t know if they’re available in the U.K. but I like Icebreaker Merino Boxers.
  8. Dave2525

    Guitar on the Camino

    I met Minjung while on the CF and her music was so uplifting. We encountered each other a few times and I was always amazed that she carried her guitar in addition to her regular pack. She's back there now Minjung on the CF
  9. Dave2525

    I keep talking myself out of it....

    I was the exact same way. Like you, once I had booked my international flight I was in. The rest just fell into place :)
  10. Dave2525

    Men's grooming

    Just shaved in the shower every couple of days. Fast and easy.
  11. Dave2525

    My pilgrimage in a word: extraordinary! Yours?

    Never say never but I also have no plans to return. I had an amazing time but there are far too many places that I have yet to see, new challenges and experiences that are waiting,
  12. Dave2525

    Cafe con Leche / Coffee on the Camino: Enquiring Coffee Lovers want to know!!

    I don't drink milk so I've never had a café (con leche/latte/au lait) but it's fine because I like the taste of coffee. I would just order a café solo. I remember being in Asia and my beverage of choice became the "long black". When I got back home I tried ordering it at a Starbucks and nobody...
  13. Dave2525

    After years of dreaming I've pulled the trigger and booked my flights!

    Brings back memories. I was going back and forth but ,like you, once I booked my flights it became real. Have a great Camino.
  14. Dave2525

    Rest days

    I had built a few days in just in case but luckily never needed them. My friend speaks Spanish so she was able to find a place for us and we spent the time unwinding in Santiago.
  15. Dave2525

    A second camino - motivations?

    Your motivations are your own so only you can decide if it’s right for you now…or ever. I haven’t done multiple caminos because, for me, there are for too many places to visit for the first time.
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