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I’m one of the ‘innie’ crowd for as well. Always have been. What I know about myself is that I like myself and that I rarely get lonely when I am alone. I do best with lots of alone time because this is what recharges my batteries.
I have dealt with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder all...
Thanks Henry. Appreciate your input. Curious to know if you have ever walked the Camino with your friend David? I’ll be sure to packs some treats for you. David will have to get his own treats🐶😊
I have used Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain Low gaiters. Got mine thru REI. They keep out debris well. I have only had light rain while wearing them on hikes at home but they did the trick. It had been raining buckets though. If you happen to step into puddles, they help keep mud and water out...
Do any of you use rain gaiters over your shoes/boots while on the Camino? I’ll be walking in September when rain is common.
I usually wear long pants which mostly keeps rain and debris out of my boots. Just curious if bringing them was worth the weight for you.
Thx
Hi Susan,
I might be tempted to pin the zipper in place where you want it before you cut the fabric. So first Turn the liner inside out and crease it exactly where you want the zipper to run. Pin the crease in place. Use a very long basting stitch to sew about 1/2 inch from the zipper crease...
Hi Sherry,
I have not yet walked the Camino but I’m planning my trip for September. I am 64 so thot I might offer my 2 cents. I will have a sleeping bag liner as well as a lightweight blanket called the Cocoon CoolMax Blanket purchased on line. It measures 70” x 55” and weights around 12 ounces...
Hi O peracha
Thanks for the good tips. I know those things will work for me because I have used similar tactics in lots of situations. I will start by assigning my belongings to pack locations. And as for the meds I have almost decided to put them in a waterproof waist pocket and wear it 24 hrs...
Thanks to all for your advice and experiences. I asked the original question thinking the amphetamine might pose a problem even with a written prescription and...
It does sound like the best rule to follow will be to assume there are no consistent rules for refilling prescriptions.
So I’ll be...
Can anyone tell me about refilling certain US prescriptions in Spain? I take 3 prescribed medications including an SSRI and an amphetamine. I am planning to bring enough to get me through my full pilgrimage. I also plan to bring written prescriptions if possible, just in case I misplace them...
i too like my alone time and while I don’t mind talking to people once in a while, I really enjoy my own company. Good for you listing this pleasure as a luxury. Oh! I won’t tell anyone. Just like a secret meadow that is only yours.
I’m working on my training hikes for my upcoming first Camino. I’m trying out several brands. I have wright socks, Smart wool, Darn Tough and Injinji liners as well as Injinji hiking crew socks. The Wright socks... for me not so great. The Darn tough and smart wool are good so far. Have been...
Just FYI, I’m totally open to trying new foods. I wouldn’t go anywhere new without checking out the local cuisine, (except for that sketchy food truck advertising day old sushi). I love tortillas, indeed breads of all kinds, pretty much any kind of cheese, nuts are a staple, as is dried fruit...
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