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  1. Michael Mattalo

    GPS Devices

    I’ve used the Buen Camino app. It is very good at GPS location and elevation. When in doubt, I did find myself using my phone as somewhat of a divining rod walking in many directions to see if I were in the right path :-)
  2. Michael Mattalo

    Spanish bus strike 28 Oct 2024?

    The information is confusing. We ended in Fisterre 2 days ago and were told no bus or taxi service today (Oct 28). The buses were not operating from Fisterre to Santiago today … but we did have no issue for a taxi … for a measly €110 🤣.
  3. Michael Mattalo

    Route Changes on Norte?

    I walked Irun to SdC last year and am now on Norte with my wife (Santander to SdC). Am I not recalling things very well or have many of the routes changed from last year? For example, I recall walking along a highway between Luarca and La Caridad past a church with a clock tower … this year we...
  4. Michael Mattalo

    Favorite end of day shoes

    LOL … that was a typo … Geox was I meant to type.
  5. Michael Mattalo

    Credencial in Santander

    Thank you.
  6. Michael Mattalo

    Credencial in Santander

    Muchas gracias.
  7. Michael Mattalo

    Credencial in Santander

    Good morning. I’ve searched the forums with no luck. Where can I obtain a credencial in Santander … ideally near the train station? We arrive on Friday in Bilbao then a train to Santander to begin. Thank you and Buen Camino to all.
  8. Michael Mattalo

    Favorite end of day shoes

    I agree that Allbirds are not a distance walking shoe. But they are lightweight, washable, and provide good relief at the end of a day on the Camino. Felix are a great shoe which I also have and like.
  9. Michael Mattalo

    Camino Embroidered Patches

    Thank you. The patches are way too large for a hat. Actually surprising that the popularity of the Camino would not have had lots of options for Camino related merchandise. Maybe I am not looking in the right places. Thanks all and Buen Camino.
  10. Michael Mattalo

    Camino Embroidered Patches

    Is there a link for Ivar's patches? I recall they are bigger for backpacks. Looking for a hat-sized patch. Thank you everyone. Any and all suggestions welcomed.
  11. Michael Mattalo

    Camino Embroidered Patches

    Good evening fellow pilgrims. I've been searching for an embroidered patch of a Camino symbol to add to my hat. Just looking for either a simply scallop shell or arrow only without any writing ... about 5cmx5cm (2"x2") in size. I've checked Amazon / Etsy and there is a limited selection and when...
  12. Michael Mattalo

    Renfe train service from Oviedo to Aviles

    Thank you. Will look at that option as well. We have a test day in Oviedo so we can check it out while there.
  13. Michael Mattalo

    Renfe train service from Oviedo to Aviles

    Thank you. I did also check the commuter line schedule and got the same message. We have a rest day in Oviedo so will check it out when we are there. I think bus is also an option. Thx.
  14. Michael Mattalo

    Renfe train service from Oviedo to Aviles

    Good evening fellow pilgrims. Does anyone on the ground along Norte (Oviedo) know the status of Renfe rail service from Oviedo to Aviles? I've been looking at train schedule options on Oct 8 and the results for that date on the Renfe website shows no trains available. I also see an "Alert"...
  15. Michael Mattalo

    Favorite end of day shoes

    I used to bring crocs but found they are a bit bulky even though light. I found a fabulous shoe called “AllBirds” (tree lounger model). They are super light, comfortable, breathable and pack nicely. They are made of natural fibres (eucalyptus tree fibre) and recycled materials. You can wear...
  16. Michael Mattalo

    Camino phone SIM

    Good morning. I’ve used Holafly e-sims for 2 caminos as well as general travel in Europe (I am from Canada). I found the service very good (5G) and good value with unlimited data and even an assigned European phone number with generous number of minutes included.
  17. Michael Mattalo

    Merino Wool T-Shirts / Socks - Brand Suggestions Please?

    Buenas tardes amigos and fellow perigrinos. My wife and I are set to walk Norte from Santander to SdC onwards to Muxia and Finisterre leaving Toronto on Sep 26. We are both big fans of merino wool as a base layer and for t-shirts / socks. After a few Caminos, our existing t-shirts and socks need...
  18. Michael Mattalo

    Backpack Replacement Recos?

    Always an option. Thanks.
  19. Michael Mattalo

    Backpack Replacement Recos?

    Great information, thank you.
  20. Michael Mattalo

    Backpack Replacement Recos?

    Another great option. Thank you.

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