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  • el-pe
    I wear NB walking shoes with Darn Tough light padding and did the Frances in October/November 2022 - lots of rain, but the shoes dried overnight. I did not size up and had no issues. Wore the same brand/model on the VdlP in 2023 with similar good...
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    el-pe replied to the thread Oseira Monestery.
    It is possible if you set it up before arriving and meet the qualifications. I did the tour, attended vespers and stayed in the alberque - a great experience.
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    el-pe replied to the thread Metro-style map of the Caminos.
    Great map and information source; Gracias
  • el-pe
    el-pe replied to the thread Waterproof Jacket/Coat.
    Walked the VdlP last March/April and only had 2-3 days with light rain over 45 days. Had a sun/rain umbrella and lightweight gore-tex jacket for cooler mornings
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    el-pe reacted to woody66's post in the thread Waterproof Jacket/Coat with Like Like.
    I have the same set up as you i have the zpacks vertice knee length gaiters! I am an old guy also; not sure if it's the rain kilt or my stiletto heels that draw attention 🤣 !!
  • el-pe
    el-pe replied to the thread Metro-style map of the Caminos.
    great map, especially to design a combination of smaller routes
  • el-pe
    el-pe replied to the thread Have you used Aíralo?.
    I've used Airalo and the Orange eSim on the VdlP and they both worked great.
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    el-pe replied to the thread When should I stop training?.
    You have to know your body. If I had nagging pains I would taper off and rest; if not, I keep walking up until the flight and maybe rest the day I arrive. Plus I star at a lesser distance for a few days to get use to everything.
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    el-pe replied to the thread New handsfree umbrella holder.
    I use the Gossamer Gear attachment, which works well.
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    el-pe reacted to MichaelC's post in the thread Lucca to Rome - a retrospective with Like Like.
    I carried it by choice, but I researched transport services for a friend with back issues who considered joining me. I don’t think there’s a service you can call day by day; you need to reserve it all ahead of time. I speak enough Italian to...

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