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I’ve taken Boethius, Consolation of Philosophy, on treks. It just seems to fit the spiritual theme I look for. Probably many others with similar effects.
I don’t know if they offer coverage to non-US, but I have used them for years and the annual pricing qoute pops right up when I enter, policy type and my name, age & ZIP code.
I’ve worn Brooks Dyad11 for the Camino. They are short lived but suit me perfectly. I get about 400 miles out of them, then use them back home as biking shoes (I don’t do clips). Overall, a costly approach but suits me for comfort and lightness.
Not that it needs any further promotion, but the Meseta is a true pilgrim experience not to be missed, especially if you are serious about “walking meditation.”
I started having electrolyte issues at about 70 YO. After a trip to the ER for dizziness and rapid pulse after a jog, I started using Nuun tablets in a bottle of water. They work fine and are easy to carry; I buy the box of 8 ten-count tubes online. Not the most flavorful, but works.
I have three pair of REI "cargo" pants with zip-offs that I rotate for hiking. They have abundant pockets and are quick-dry. I usually take two pair on Camino. Not a favorite of the fashion police, but work for me. Never had the irritation issue.
I like to walk in the early Spring when it’s somewhat uncrowded, especially in poor weather or outside the very minor surge of that time. Approaching from behind, I usually try to make enough noise to be known, but also to make some pleasant comment as I pass…about the weather, scenery, etc. If...
Yes, probably over simplified. I'll have to check with my aching bones and get back to you.
Happy & Safe Trails in 2024!
P.S. That is a beautiful topo map.
Very well said. I planned a lifetime of Caminos during COVID and walked two of them in 2022 and 2023. Didn’t stick to my plan either time. No idea right now where 2024 will lead, but it will be on a Camino.
Indeed! Very charming little village, stayed there last March but you were apparently not open or I could not find it. Stayed in a bland, but nice place across from the bodegas.
The inn across from the San Martin church in Fromista and the Monastery San Zoilo outside Carrion were two of my favorites. I walked up to San Zoilo without a reservation and got the pilgrim rate. Absolutely wonderful place.
I walked that last part arriving in Leon on a Sunday. But after the peace and solitude of the Meseta in late winter, I was not into the bustle and tourist thing and kept walking. Doubled back later for the Cathedral and a day in Leon.
If you define pilgrimage broadly, consider Seven Pilars of Wisdom by T.E.Lawrence, Motoring With Mohammed by Eric Hansen (don’t assume the title is indicative), or Full Tilt by Durvla Murphy.
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