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  1. Left Coaster

    Things I'd bring, who cares about the weight

    A small can of WD 40. Solves the incessant squeaking of doors and makes albergue life much more enjoyable.
  2. Left Coaster

    Top tips from Frances veterans?

    Trip Hazards. You will often be staying in old buildings. Don't assume that the floor elevation of the room you are leaving is the same as the room you are entering.
  3. Left Coaster

    Last minute tips?

    IMO, take a sleeping bag. A liner will probably not be enough at this time of year and you can't count on bedding being available. Plan your food carefully. At this early point in the season there will be some scarce food spots mid-day. If at all possible take the Hospitales route, it's...
  4. Left Coaster

    Primitivo

    I started mine in mid-May. Ten days or so earlier there was considerable rain and fires but those are year to year events. I think late April will be a terrific time to start but don't let rain and mud surprise you.
  5. Left Coaster

    New list of bonus items to pack?

    A small can of WD 40 lubricant to deal with the incessant squeaky hinges, particularly the ones on the door to the loo twice per night. A pet peeve of mine.
  6. Left Coaster

    a 'training walk' on Good Friday

    Your photos are as charming as anything you will see in Spain. Falcon is right, always attend to those hot spots ASAP. The only blister I suffered started about 5km from my destination. Poor logic took over and I decided to tough it out. Really unnecessary discomfort. I also believe the...
  7. Left Coaster

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    I did the Primitivo in mid May of 2017. My 5c sleeping bag (850 gram) was a bit much but there were nights when I really appreciated it. Next time I will use shoes rather than boots. I think the weight difference will be noticeable. Someone once told me that a pound on your feet is like 5 on...
  8. Left Coaster

    transferring an empty duffel bag from St. Jean to Santiago

    As for sending the duffel forward to Santiago, I have done this twice. Prepare a mailing envelope before leaving home so that you are not fussing with that chore when you are supposed to enjoying the sites, sounds and taste of your Camino. Send it via Correos to Ivar. His details are on this...
  9. Left Coaster

    Smart Packing and Unexpected Backpack Items

    I did the CF in 2014 and was amazed at how squeaky the doors were. Very disturbing during sleep time. In 2017 I took a small canister of penetrating oil (WD40). Breaks all the weight rules (100 grams) but it was nice to solve an annoyance for everyone.
  10. Left Coaster

    suggestions please

    Thanks, day by day I am getting attached to Le Puy to SJPdP.
  11. Left Coaster

    suggestions please

    I am considering the Le Puy to SJPdP route next year, probably in June. Can anyone offer an opinion on how this route compares in difficulty to the Primitive? I have done the CF in 2014 and CP in 2017. Thanks.
  12. Left Coaster

    Walking Le Puy route in May 2019

    I too am planning/hoping to do another Camino in 2019. Le Puy has caught my eye and I am interested in your opinion of the degree of difficulty of the Le Puy route vs Primitivo, ie. daily elevations and stage distances. I did the CF in 2014 and the Primitive in 2017 and am comfortable doing...
  13. Left Coaster

    Hoping to walk again.....

    Ithrnck55; Might not work on a T shirt but it's pure poetry.
  14. Left Coaster

    Primitivo Day 5 - May 17, 2017

    Left Oviedo on Saturday the 13th. My advice is to wait until 8am to leave as before that no bars or cafe's are open. Keep your wits about as the Camino signage is spotty. Owing to being at the wrong place at the wrong time, I started out with some really poor food opportunities. That ended...
  15. Left Coaster

    Primitivo - Oviedo to SDC May13, 2017.

    Leaving Vancouver on May 10 to Madrid and then to Oviedo. Did the CF in 2014. Only those who have done a Camino before can really understand the excitement/anxiety/fear/determination mood swings I am having. Every little ache sends the message "what the hell have you gotten yourself into". Then...
  16. Left Coaster

    Brief post Primitivo thoughts

    Thanks, a very useful overview. I will be leaving Oviedo on May 13th and hope I will be as successful as you. Beginning to taper my training walks and have assembled my gear. I did the CF 3 years ago but, as others have said, each Camino is a new adventure. Buen Camino.
  17. Left Coaster

    Any ideas for accommodation in Madrid

    There are 4 trains per day to Oviedo, the earliest being around 11:00am.
  18. Left Coaster

    Any ideas for accommodation in Madrid

    Try the Renfe web site. There are a number of agents or resellers that provide ticketing service on the Renfe system. I haven't booked yet but the train goes from Charmatin station and sounds like about the same price as your air ticket. It takes about 4 1/2 hours. I honestly didn't think...
  19. Left Coaster

    Any ideas for accommodation in Madrid

    Hola; I am flying to Madrid from Vancouver arriving on May 11 and need overnight accommodation. On the 12th I will take a train to Oviedo to commence Camino Primitivo. I have never been to Madrid before and really have only a few hours there. Any Hostal/Hotel recommendations within easy...
  20. Left Coaster

    Shipping Backpack home

    After my Camino Primitivo in May I will be travelling for a couple of weeks with my wife. To make that part of the trip easier I would like to ship my backpack home to Canada. Does anyone have any advice/experience in doing this?

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