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  1. Margery Leroux

    Walking Poles on the Primitivo. Yes or No.

    I walked the Primitivo in June and was very happy I brought my poles. They made a huge difference on the rocky downhill stretch from Hospitales and into Grandas de Salime. They also helped stabilize me both up and downhill. Another benefit is that using them keeps my hands from swelling. I...
  2. Margery Leroux

    I made it

    Congratulations! I hope you feel proud and happy to have made it! So glad to hear your news!
  3. Margery Leroux

    Quit again. Maybe for good.

    A few more resources: Yes, you can forward your pack on the Norte and the Primitivo. Check out elcaminoconcorreos.com. Their website is also available in English. If you stay in an albergue, they can help you with it too. We had great luck with the Wise Pilgrim app for the Primitivo and the...
  4. Margery Leroux

    Quit again. Maybe for good.

    Oviedo is the perfect place to regroup. Don’t despair! First, once you arrive in Oviedo’s bus station, head across the street to Santa Cristina Cafeteria. They are always open. You can get a salad, possibly other items. There are a few vegan restaurants in Oviedo but nothing will be open on...
  5. Margery Leroux

    What are your favourite places on the Primitivo?

    There were so many beautiful parts of the Primitivo - my favorites were the forests after Tineo, the clear blue sky and horses on the Hospitales route and the sun rising over the Grandes reservoir.
  6. Margery Leroux

    is the first day as daunting as it looks?

    I think that is a great idea! You can get taxis to and from most albergues or even get a taxi to take you part of the way. Remember to book ahead at Orisson. And take hiking poles too! They will help stabilize you and ease your joints on the downhill into Roncesvalles. Buen camino no matter...
  7. Margery Leroux

    is the first day as daunting as it looks?

    I thought I was well-prepared for the first day but due to a combination of jet lag and blood sugar issues, I was completely exhausted by the time I reached Orisson. It ended up being one of the highlights of the entire CF because of the people we met there and the beautiful scenery the next...
  8. Margery Leroux

    Did/Does this forum help you?

    Thank you for this post. I have sent a donation and appreciate all the wisdom and counsel received from this forum!
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