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    Budget hotel in Madrid

    We stayed here. Close to the Prada Museum. Don’t know how far it is from the airport or to the train station. We came in from the train station and out via the airport. Neither were too far but you’ll need a bus or a cab. The hotel had a transport to the airport.
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    October CF bottoms for women - suggestions appreciated!

    It does get cold in the early mornings in October but during the day it’s nice. You could wear hiking pants with the leggings underneath for the early mornings and then she’d the pants as the day warms up.
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    Bread Options?

    Actually, whole grain breads contain lectins (which are found in the husk part of the grain). Lectins are bad for your gut. (Also found in tomatoes, eggplant, and bell peppers along with a few other vegetables). So if you have gut problems stay away from whole grains. The grains in Europe are...
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    What is the best city to fly into to begin CF?

    I was able to take the high speed train from Paris to SJPP directly from the airport (lower level) to SJPP. Had to change trains in Bayonne to the local train (different track size-very easy). The train from the airport doesn’t run every day so you may have to take a bus or subway into downtown...
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    Anyone recognise this?

    Log into the forum and check under the resource tab. The link is on that page. Buen Camino!
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    Portuguese steep descents?

    I would like to add that on steep ascents/descents, zig zag your way up or down when you can. It is easier on your knees, hips, back and legs.
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    Avoiding the breakfast trap?

    If the albergue has a kitchen, buy your breakfast ingredients the night before and cook your own. Example: 4 of us went in together and bought food for dinner. We also bought a dozen eggs for the next morning. In the morning we scrambled 8 eggs along with the left over vegetables from the...
  8. Jo Ann Rademacher

    Peregrino Torture Tower

    And when you get to the top you can see the worn path that the locals use to cross the tracks!
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    Atlanta

    Yes, there is an Atlanta Pilgrim group. Email: atlanta@americanplgrims.org Facebook page: Atlanta Chapter - American Pilgrims on the Camino
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    Squeaky shoe syndrome

    I get squeaks sometimes when using inserts in my shoes. A little talcum powder takes care of it. If you're not using inserts then it probably is the shank inside the shoe and you can't do anything about it. It will eventually wear itself out.
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    Ultreia Ring Symbols

    (English translation follows) Anillo o alianza del Camino de Santiago en plata de ley. Este anillo está hecho por manos artesanas que continúan con la ancestral tradición de los orfebres y azabacheros de Santiago. El anillo del Peregrin@ está decorado con los símbolos del Camino y en el...
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    Are Medication Refills Possible Along the Way?

    You shouldn't have a problem getting your medications from your pharmacy before you leave. All I did was explain that I was going to be on vacation for two months out of the country and they filled them for me. There is a way to notify your insurance carrier of the reason for the early refill...
  13. Jo Ann Rademacher

    Save the Bottom Bunks for the Elderly

  14. Jo Ann Rademacher

    Wide Hips - Backpack for Women

    Go to your nearest REI or other outdoor store and try different packs (which it looks like you have already done). I love the Osprey packs but they just don't fit me quite like I would like. I ended up with a Deuter 40 + 10 (is now a 45 + 10). The hip belt fit better and the shoulder straps...
  15. Jo Ann Rademacher

    Need a larger backpack - advice please

    I was able to carry my boots inside my backpack when I wanted to hike in my sandals. I use a Deuter 40+10 backpack.
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