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    What is mine is not yours!

    I am also trying to contribute to the balance of experiences here so I think we agree. It is uncommon but does happen. Having said that the woman in question responded to my question as to why she was upset and did not want anything from me. Not sure why it would be necessary to suggest she may...
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    What is mine is not yours!

    Yes, we said the same thing although that was perhaps not clear.
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    Upset stomachs!

    This app has now crashed 3 times during a longer reply so will keep this short (I don't have proof of this so please feel free to censor as necessary). The restaurant owners rights? Which rights are these? I am appalled that these rights (whatever they are) are held higher that the right to...
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    Upset stomachs!

    Censorship is never good imho. Proof is subjective but an opinion should be allowed to be expressed and shared with all. Anything else just holds us back and promotes distrust. We need to take responsibility for our consciousness and our actions. I almost laughed out loud when someone...
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    What is mine is not yours!

    I walked last September and met a woman walking solo who had had her mobile phone and 200 euros stolen. Apparently there were quite a few people who had also been robbed in the night without noticing. They suspected someone pretending to be a Pilgrim stayed with them and did a "bulk job"...
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    Upset stomachs!

    Money always talks. No website not even this one wants to name and shame....sad really:(
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    Anyone need footwear/foot advice?

    I would just add that if you are heavy a mid boot will provide some torsional strength to the sole as the way is a bit rocky in many places. A nice gel insole helps as well:) but remember to buy a size or two bigger if that's the case:)
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    Which Osprey backpack?

    For what it's worth I did the CF to Fisterra last autumn with a Osprey Talon 33. The pack was on its limit volume wise the whole way but I felt it was perfect for me. I carried probably 10kgs with full water load at most and there should be no need to carry more than this on the CF unless you...
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    O Cebreiro accommodation

    By the way, I should say that I have the utmost respect for your post and the obvious love therein. I can feel your pain from here. I must say though that I feel it unfair to inflict such a tirade on a poster who could not possibly know your situation. Even if he/she did he would be entitled...
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    O Cebreiro accommodation

    The receiving mobile phone in its resident country or area doesn't pay anything to receive calls. This, as far as I know is the same in all developed countries at least.
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    Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port: Can I get the "credencial " there?

    I didn't even know people got one before they arrived!
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    Time to campeed, vaseline or duct tape?

    I definitely use compeed as prevention in as much as I use it as soon as I get the odd hot spot.
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    Is a guide book necessary?

    A full guide book is not necessary as such but is useful when wanting to AVOID places where the masses will stop. Most people on the camino like to plan and walk it within a framework that reminds them of home. I recommend a map with accommodation shown in case of emergency but other than that...
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    Rain gear Norte-Primitivo!

    Personally I prefer to keep my feet dry as long as possible because I find that if my feet get sopping wet I sometimes get blisters. Last year I had one day particular day of all day torrential rain on the way to Fisterra and I was in poncho and shorts with gore tex boots which of course got...
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    Ear plugs and the alarm

    An alarm on the Camino????? Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha
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    Anyone need footwear/foot advice?

    P.s. I use vaseline every morning and sometimes in the evening if needed:)
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    Anyone need footwear/foot advice?

    Well I always wear 2 pairs of socks to avoid blisters forming. A thin coolmax or tights cut off at the foot and then a merino wool sock of whatever thickness suits the temperature. Works for me. ....but everyone is different:)
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    LIVE from the Camino Is finding accommodation on the Camino Frances, becoming too stressful?

    Yes, your interpretation is correct. :)
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    Any alternative to condensed milk in a tube????

    Less dairy the better anyway:)
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    LIVE from the Camino Is finding accommodation on the Camino Frances, becoming too stressful?

    Just don't stress. If walking in summer you will probably want to start a bit early yourself and there are many options. Just avoid the main stages in the Brierley book if the stage looks busy:)

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