I used the Euro Schirm Telescoping Handsfree Umbrella that Ivar sells in his store. It has straps to attach to the side of your pack when not in use. The canopy is wide and UV protective. It is very easy to attach to shoulder straps to be handsfree when walking. Attachments included. I...
Is this on the route past Arementeira, the walk along the river? If so, that happened last year in June when I was walking. Not to me, but to another pilgrim who felt very uncomfortable with the encounter. I do believe she reported the experience. It is such a beautiful and peaceful walk...
Costco has 100% merino wool long sleeved shirts for sale in the fall for $20.00 Canadian. You have to watch for them - usually in October. They go fast!
I find the hands free telescoping trekking umbrella sold in the Camino Forum store amazing for rain or sun. I used it for the first time in April and now I wouldn’t leave without it.
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I just finished the Via Podiensis and CP. I found asphalt ( any hard surface ) walking, particularly on flat surface, very irritating to my plantar fascia. The first really bad day was the 20 km canal walk from Moissac After that I taped my plantar fascia with Leukotape. YouTube videos...
I second the choice to take the CELE Variant from Figeac. I loved it! I stayed an extra day in Figeac and took the 30 min train ride ( plus 4 km walk from train station ) to ROCAMADOR. Well worth it.
I have just finished the Spiritual Variante. I loved it! It is now very hot. I don’t have any long pants - just shorts and capris- and haven’t needed any. I do put on a long sleeved shirt in the evening because it is a bit cool ( for me). I started the day at 7:00 anm this morning with...
I have just started the Camino Portuguese from Porto with no plan. I have just booked the next three days in advance and had no problem. I don’t know yet about further down on the route or about other months.
I find my sandals are noisy to put on at night so I have a pair of night time only socks by my bed and can walk silently out of the room. Don’t like walking in bare feet.
Just arrived in St. Jean Pied de Port today and certainly after Cahors there were some empty beds in gites I stayed in. There are a few empty beds in my gite tonight.
Right now on the Via Podiensis I am using the Handsfree Telescope Trekking umbrella I bought from the Forum Store. I love it! Great for rain and sun-I am using it almost every day. Stores easily on the side of my
pack. When I know I am going to use it I tuck it in the belt of my waist pack...
I will arrive in St Jean Pied de Port June 8 after walking the Via Podiensis. What is the best way to get from St.Jean to Porto? I am hoping in the time I have left to walk the Camino Portuguese.
I do enjoy the train and seeing the country. ( I know it would be a long ride) What would...
Yes, because that is me! I have kayaked on a lake but not a river. It was 20 km and I wasn’t sure if that would be too long but it wasn’t, perhaps because I had help from the current. I don’t know about the water level in Sept. You could discuss with the owner. It was a fun experience. Glad...
Yesterday I kayaked from Marcilhac-Sur-CELE to Cabrarets. A great day! The river is higher right now but perfect for me. There are quite a few rapids but easily navigable with high water. There was one intimidating that I mentioned to the owner. It is soon after the straight metal bridge (...
I really like the Cicerone Guide in English. And the Wise Pilgrim map app which gives my location in real time. I am on the Via Podiensis right now. There was also a Forum posting listing all accommodations on the Via Podiensis. It was excellent. I am glad I have booked ahead as it is busy...
I am not sure if what I posted earlier went through..,
This was the day I was looking forward to. It was bright and sunny and calm.
Short story -I chose not to go.
River high and fast ( aknowledged by Silvain the owner). Although he seemed to think it was no problem. I was the first...
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