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Hi,
A good rule of thumb I always use on hills, is to count the time it would take to walk the distance on flat and then add 30mins for every 300m climbed. Plus say 1 hour at Orisson.
At my usual pace of 5km/h (3mph), 27km would take say 5.5 hours. A 1200m climb that would be an extra 2hours...
Hi Zordmot, Thanks for your advice.
All depends on where you are staying.
If you are camping then definitely a three season bag, but if you are staying in b&bs or hostels then they usually provide sheeting and quilts, and if not a light sleeping bag would do. Most places are heated.
We rarely...
Hi Bruno, I am also a first timer and starting in May from SJPDP.
I too am quite nervous but have also been comforted by the people, advice and good willing comments on this forum.
Can’t wait to get started and perhaps I might see you on The Way. Buen Camino
Graham
I decided to go with this little gem…
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Thank You all for your comments and...
I was just wondering that last night. How do you get into a liner on a bunk bed without shaking the frame and bunk partner at that. What if I have to use the loo in the middle of the night?? More shaking and fumbling about!! A light sleeping bag seems to make more sense now. Thanks 👍🏼
Thanks everyone for your kind comments, I had originally been advised that a liner would do the job but from reading your comments and advice I think I’ll bring along an ultra lightweight sleeping bag too. I’m not pre-booking any accommodation apart from the first night in SJPDP and I do enjoy...
Hi All,
I’m Graham and I’m doing the Camino Frances from SJPDP starting second week of May 2023. (First timer)
Just asking is a sleeping bag necessary, or would a liner be enough?
I’m from N.Ireland so I’m used to a bit of cold weather.
Any comments/advice would be most appreciated.
G
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