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    Food to bring to Spanish friend from US

    Don't send maple syrup. My daughter was an exchange student assigned to a wonderful family in Belgium. We went to visit and bought coffee mugs with our state's name and a design. The host Family chuckled and thanked us. They showed us a cabinet shelf with many bottles of maple syrup. Gifts from...
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    Shoe choice

    Since you will walk many miles before the Camino to prepare you will likely wear out a pair of shoes because most shoes last about 4oo miles before they break down I suggest you buy both of the shoes you are considering and alternate them. I did this in training for marathons. This will help you...
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    CPAP tubing and SD card

    I also benefit from cap machine. My machine calls for using distilled water. On a recent trip to southern Spain I used tap water. No ill effects. Good luck.
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    Long pants and long sleeves in summer? Smart or big mistake?

    On the various pilgrimage routes there are many churches and shrines to visit. I feel it's disrespectful for a man to enter a religious place in shorts. For this reason and to prevent sun exposure I wear long pants. I do not like convertible pants. It is possible to get lightweight pants for...
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    Very impressive walk for a peregrino but I wonder if his companion thought it was a good idea

    TRAVELS WITH MY DONKEY, one Man and his Ass on a Pilgrimage to Santiago by Tim Moore is a delightful account of his frustrating experiences with a willful donkey on his pilgrimage. Mr. Moore humorous experiences and his reflections on the pilgrimage and the history of the pilgrimage are fascinating.
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    Recommended Gite or Hotel in Rocamadour?

    One of the prettiest places I've ever experienced. We stayed with friends so I can not recommend lodging. In the area there are several caves featuring neolithic cave drawings that allow visitors . Ted
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    Seeking advice about participating in Easter week celebrations in Spain.

    Having walked the St Francis route, Spain resonates with us. To celebrate becoming 75 years of age my wife and I wish to make a pilgrimage to Spain to participate in Easter Week religious celebrations. Can anyone suggest a particular town or city or church? Are there any travel organizations...
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    Timelapse YouTube that everyone will enjoy

    this was fun! thanks
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    Recommendations for presentable, smart looking walking shoes

    I buy all black trail runner shoes. I feel comfortable wearing them in churches and restaurants. I also try to avoid shorts and wear black long pants. Golfing brands of clothing sources have lots of offerings of lightweight, easily washed pants that are presentable in churches and restaurants.
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    two pairs of shoes vs one pair

    Dave, a technique I learned form running marathons is that in training use a few different pairs of different style shoes. Because each model of shoe puts different stress on your feet. I alternated 2 pairs of trail runner style shoes when I walked the Frances route before the pandemic. Paper...
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    Tips for Uphill Walking or Hiking

    Excellent advice. My mantra is borrowed from the kids folk tale of the little train: I think I can. I think I can..... I find downhill sections to be more likely to cause foot blisters and falling. Hiking poles are very helpful. Thanks Ted
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    Will we be met with scorn or equanimity?

    I walked the Frances route in 2019. In my mind I wondered as I age would biking be more doable than walking. After all I do a lot of road biking in New England. But after seeing the narrow roads and the aggressive driving in Spain I realized I'd be afraid to bike there.
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    Trail Runner Brands That Work for wide feet

    I bought a pair of Solomons mens 9 extra wide at REI. They are wonderful. They have a thin wire system instead of the usual laces. They can be tightened up or fully loosened in a second. great support and sticky soles.
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    Twelve Tribes presence on the camino routes

    Have any Pilgrims encountered Twelve Tribes members on the Camino routes? Twelve Tribes is an American based religious movement. News accounts in the American media suggest Twelve Tribes is a cult with controversial practices. I have encountered American long distance hikers who met Twelve...
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    A Wonderful Resource for Planning Any Camino

    Did you enjoy the 4 days in Sevilla during Easter?
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