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  1. Stacy08

    39 Tips for Hiking the Camino Frances

    Really helpful list. I found most of it very close to my own experience, especially considering the OP specifically emphasizes that these are only her opinions, something that seems lost on those who seem to enjoy adding antagonistic comments rather than accepting these suggestions for what they...
  2. Stacy08

    walk solo or with a tour group?

    The Camino is such a social experience that you should not feel any concern about being alone. Avoiding pre-booking allows you the freedom to adjust your schedule as you go in case your body needs a rest, or you feel like going farther than you thought, or you make friends you would like to hike...
  3. Stacy08

    sleep in a tent

    Should be able to find a camping spot in most towns and the albergues usually let you use their facilities for a fee. Easier to stay in the dorm, but if all the beds are full it will be nice to have a second option.
  4. Stacy08

    Guidance on Water to carry

    Depends on the time of year. In the spring or fall when it is cooler you should have no problem getting to the next water source on a litre, but when it is hot out you should probably have more.
  5. Stacy08

    Sandals instead of boots

    Personally I find boots too heavy also, but sandals don't feel supportive enough. I do know people that use them for hiking, though, and considering the Camino doesn't have any hardcore mountain trekking they would probably be fine. Might depend on the size of your backpack, though.
  6. Stacy08

    If people stop their walking about 2 o'clock each day...

    Reading, drinking, shopping, washing, drinking, not necessarily in that order.
  7. Stacy08

    Five tips for the novice pilgrim

    I agree heartily about the old boots. Symbolic joke the first few times, just littering the next million. A lot of terrific tips on this thread already so I won't rehash them. But I would suggest a Camino book I read after I finished my Camino, wish I had read it ahead of time. Gave great...
  8. Stacy08

    Drinking water..

    Drank from all the fountains except those that specifically said non-potable and had no problems. Bars are generally good about filling up bottles for you as well.
  9. Stacy08

    What time of year is best?

    I loved it in the fall, but if I was to do it again I would start a bit earlier than last time. I think mid to late September would be perfect. I can't imagine hiking in the heat of summer, although some people are better with that sort of thing than I am. I've heard spring is nice but that the...
  10. Stacy08

    Norte or Frances

    I'm thinking about trying the Camino Norte next year (after doing the Camino Frances last year). I've read and heard about many of the differences already mentioned here but the one thing in your post that caught my eye was "moderate weather". I was under the impression that the weather along...
  11. Stacy08

    Safety Pins

    That's a great idea. I usually carry a few lightweight plastic clothespins but I can see why safety pins would be a little more secure. Will have to go that way next time out.
  12. Stacy08

    New Camino book - Behind the Albergue Door

    I picked this up after seeing it in the Camino resources section. I'm only halfway through but so far it's great! The stories he tells are hilarious and may not be about me and the people I hiked with but they might as well be since I can picture it all like I was just there yesterday. Highly...
  13. Stacy08

    As the sun goes down...

    That's a beauty. Brings back a lot of memories of Camino evenings...
  14. Stacy08

    This is totally against Camino spirit but . . .

    Yeah, that is always a tough one. I dealt with it differently depending on my mood. Sometimes when people were in bed with the lights out at 7 or 8 I tried to respect it, but other times I just got fed up, turned the lights on and did what I needed to do. I know there are no established rules as...
  15. Stacy08

    Preparation

    I know others have already said this in one form or another but it can't be emphasized enough - do a lot of walking, use the shoes you plan to take on the hike, and at least some of the time do it with a full backpack. I've always found 3-4 hours is my tipping point, when my body really starts...
  16. Stacy08

    Best Time of Year to Start Camino fro SJPDP?

    I would expect you will see a lot more rain in spring than if you go in Aug/Sep. But August will probably be brutally hot so I would suggest going as late as possible.
  17. Stacy08

    Finding Albergue's upon arrival in a town

    Yeah, as mentioned I wouldn't worry about it too much. Any place that isn't right along the Camino will have signs of some sort. However, sometimes you will find the guidebook handy (I used the Brierley guide), especially in the larger cities since your choice of albergue can change your day...
  18. Stacy08

    First Day

    We didn't stay in Orisson but knew people who did and they enjoyed it. Definitely lets you ease into things a bit more. But I agree with Diegomartine in that going all the way to Roncesvalles should be manageable for anyone as long as they go at their own pace. Take lots of breaks and take the...
  19. Stacy08

    Wet boots - what do you do?

    I agree with the newspaper idea, although out of necessity I often found myself using toilet paper instead. And, well putting your leather boots/shoes next to the heater may reduce their overall life, I found I really couldn't care less when it came to whether my shoes were going to be wet or...
  20. Stacy08

    bed bugs 2013

    We never had any problems with bed bugs but a couple of our friends did. Both instances happened in Galicia where we noticed the habit of using plastic mattress coverings wasn't used. This was common practice early on in the Camino and, might just be coincidence, but no one we knew got any.

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