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  1. elsbeth

    Question about Altras

    I hunted and hunted for the perfect shoe for my camino last spring and about the 4th or 5th pair I tried was the Altra Lone Peak. I replaced the insole with a better quality and have to say the shoe worked out 100% for me. The no-drop system was fine, didn't affect my walk or my back. I too...
  2. elsbeth

    Costco duvets are back, and improved

    I bought mine on line when my local store, (South Carolina, USA) didn't have them in stock. And as far as it being 'slippery' - I folded mine in half, put it inside of my silk liner and pinned the bottom corners from the outside. This way I could slip in between the two layers or under both...
  3. elsbeth

    Navigating Madrid airport

    Time will tell = we're hoping she can follow me in a few days. elsbeth
  4. elsbeth

    Navigating Madrid airport

    Thank you - buen camino elsbeth
  5. elsbeth

    Navigating Madrid airport

    Would love to carry them on - will try......
  6. elsbeth

    Navigating Madrid airport

    Thank you for that link. Looking at my airlines website it looks like I will be landing at T1 so I will need to take the bus to T4 to get the Soria bus elsbeth
  7. elsbeth

    Navigating Madrid airport

    Thank you for your quick reply. I am flying on Delta airlines. I bought a ticket through Alsa and it names the company as NEX Continental, Madrid - Barajas Airport T4 to Soria. I will then change in Soria and again in Pamplona as I had previously purchased a ticket for St Jean. If my...
  8. elsbeth

    Navigating Madrid airport

    Last minute help please.....My traveling partner has had to postpone due to family emergency and I will fly solo tomorrow. Cancelled the rental car and bought a bus ticket from Madrid to St Jean for myself. Looking for any directions/suggestions getting through the airport and to the bus. (My...
  9. elsbeth

    First steps from St Jean

    thank you all for your replies. I think I am going to have to try the Napoleon route after all - next week! buen camino
  10. elsbeth

    First steps from St Jean

    I have only a few days before I head to Spain and reading the recent threads on the first days walk brought questions to my mind......Everyone talks of the Napoleon route in one day or two but I see little or no mention of the Valcarlos route. I would appreciate some information on the...
  11. elsbeth

    Footwear

    Greetings Priscilla, I was in Asheville just the other night as we went to hear Rebecca G. speak on her Camino experiences. I did try on a pair of boots while there and the staff was very knowledgable. I am a member of REI and have tried out a couple of diff pairs here in G'ville. Someone at...
  12. elsbeth

    Footwear

    Thank you all for taking the time to send me a reply. After much consideration and lots of self-questioning I've decided that I will just wear the low-cut la Sportivas that I've been wearing for a year. They are broken in, I know they fit and I have no problems with my ankles now so they...
  13. elsbeth

    Footwear

    I am near ready for my first Camino but still have one issue left undecided - my choice of footwear for the Camino Frances. I have heard/read all different opinions and not sure which to choose. I know it will be boots, not sandals or sneakers, but should they be mid-height or is low okay? I...
  14. elsbeth

    Beginnings..

    I appreciate the advice - thank you all. I will post our plans/cost when the decision is made.
  15. elsbeth

    Beginnings..

    Thank you
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