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For my boots I brush the dust and dirt off, get rid of any trapped pebbles or dirt from the soles, and pull out the inner soles so the boots can air dry completely. My 'summer' pair are lighter and leather/gore tex combination, whereas my 'winter' hiking boots are all leather. Before I took...
Sunrise on the Meseta. As the sun hit the fields, just for an instant everything turned to fields of gold. A very precious moment and one I will never forget 12 Sept 2017.
Hi Camino Chrissy I did a hike today in Altra Lone Peaks. First time in these. Impressive, has a good wide toe box, soft and very comfortable with a zero drop. This zero drop is a new concept to me, anyway they were great. Not as squishy as the Hokas but almost as comfy on the insole. The...
I have Hoka One One trail runners and yes they are very comfy and soft, however I find the heel a bit too wide and even lacing up in a heel lock I still have a bit too much movement. Also, I haven't found them that great uneven, rocky, bushland and forest terrain. I seem to have more...
Initially I was compelled to do the CF and for me it was like a long distance walking meditation. The rhythmic motion of putting one foot in front of the other over long distances I think allows time for my subconscious to 'unpack and process'. It is truly enlightening, furthermore it has had a...
I had to share a double bunk once, it was the only space available. I was so tired and just grateful to be able to have a bed. I have no idea who the guy was next to me. I remember being very glad I had my sleeping bag. I did zip it up tightly hahaha. I didn't stop at Orisson, it just seemed a...
Music can be a therapeutic break from your own thoughts, and if you are out there solo sometimes you need a tune occasionally. The album Lonesome Dreams by Lord Huron was one I discovered on this forum. It continues to be one of my all time favourite albums.
Coming from Oz I book early, this time 8 months in advance. I have noticed they are getting very expensive within 6 months of the travel date. I booked during a travel expo... what a joke! Still expensive and nothing particularly special. Only upside was a brief stop in Singapore. I go on...
I ride horses, but haven't on the Camino. I do remember seeing some riders out of O' Cebreiro and thought the horses looked in great form and very fit. The saddles weren't Western style with the pommel and wide stirrup bar, more similar to an English style - no pommel and a slimmer stirrup bar...
I had a profound and perplexing moment which I will alway remember and still don't quite understand. I've never shared this publicly, until now. My life had blown up in my face like a grenade - death of husband then breast cancer, followed by a wayward son and I was feeling absolutely gutted...
Hi BeePerigrino,
Just some gentle recommendations and suggestions,
You didn't say if it was your first pregnancy or how many weeks pregnant you will be when you travel and when you start your Camino? This makes a difference to the wellness and safety of you and your unborn baby.
Be mindful that...
I've used Express Bouricott last year, they were great. They do try and pick up as many people as possible going to SJPP to make the trip cheaper. They sent me a text on arrival in Biarritz to say they would be arriving later than planned so they could pick up other people going to SJPP. My...
Thanks @Mike Savage, it's not long now, can't believe I'll finally be on my way soon. Pre-camino jitters have started. I decided to continue to Finisterre and Muxia but haven't looked at the route in any detail, not too worried about it but need to reassure myself that I can do it in the time...
@LesBrass I think it's more a question of letting go of fears rather than overcoming them. Planning and preparation are always very useful in decreasing uncertainty and worry but ultimately it when all that is done, it's a matter of letting the fear go and surrendering oneself to the adventure...
Thanks @Peter Fransiscus. You are correct, there is a 100km. I have a few friends that completed it and lived to tell the tale. Evidently eating baked potatoes and boiled eggs on the go is the secret. I believe their last 30km was like another 100. It was an amazing achievement.
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