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  1. Lmsundaze

    Travel company or do it myself?

    I walked my first Camino at age 70 (2nd at 71) and very strongly advise you not to use a travel company. I don't think their services are a good value for something that is easily done on your own, but value means different things to different people and we all have different budgets. More...
  2. Lmsundaze

    Which Camino for my 80th year?

    Hi James -- I walked the Francés 5 years ago for my 70th birthday and the next year I walked the Portugués from Porto to SdC. I think that the the Portugués was flatter but there were a lot of cobblestones that are hard on the feet, I thought it was less scenic, and some of the distances were...
  3. Lmsundaze

    Heads up re: new Verizon phones

    Last fall I got that warning from t-mobile after only 6 weeks. I do travel a lot. SO I switched to Verizon for better local coverage and next long trip I will get a local SIM card (phone is unlocked.). I have heard that t-mobile is getting more aggressive with respect to "excessive roaming."
  4. Lmsundaze

    For men - great deal on Exofficio at Costco

    I'm a woman and I walked 2 Caminos in men's exofficio boxer briefs, wearing skirts. I recommend them -- very cool, very comfortable, and that's a great price. Off to Cosco!
  5. Lmsundaze

    Training for Camino - my worries

    Something that helps me — every time you take a rest break, but at least every 2 hours - sit down and take off your shoes and socks. Air your bare feet - wiggle your toes. If my feet err damp I would switch socks (always carried an extra pair.). Good luck, and start with shorter days while your...
  6. Lmsundaze

    Macabi skirt - which colour

    I think you look good- your hat too!
  7. Lmsundaze

    average daily distance

    Hi -- could you share your schedule for the primitivo that enabled you to have 10km days? Thank you.
  8. Lmsundaze

    Curiosity about age: white/ Grey hair?

    A few times on the Camino people asked my age, mostly young people. I didn't mind telling them, I think they were impressed that the Camino is something old people can still do. I remember, many years ago, my husband and I hiking up Mount LeCompte in Great Smoky Mountains National Park --...
  9. Lmsundaze

    Macabi skirt - which colour

    Like a nun? Charcoal in slim, short. You decide -- maybe:)
  10. Lmsundaze

    Macabi skirt - which colour

    The skirt fabric rubs on the inside of my knee when walking — it’s a lot of fabric just around my knees. If you check out Purple Rain skirt it is very comfortable. Also, I think the full gathering and the knee length together are unflattering. The longer one looks fine.
  11. Lmsundaze

    Macabi skirt - which colour

    I have the charcoal in the slim short length, which is l long on me (62" 157 cm). I like it and don't think it is too hot in the summer, it hides dirt and is neutral with any top. I also have the knee length in black but don't like it. The length is about mid knee on me and feels...
  12. Lmsundaze

    What's the craziest thing you have done to save weight?

    I photographed the pages of Brierly with my smartphone so I didn't have to carry the book. Don't think this was crazy though -- worked for me!
  13. Lmsundaze

    First Camino! Some questions about luggage transfer, weather, boots etc.

    Hi -- I just started wearing Altra timps trail runners a month ago and they are the most comfortable trail runners I have ever worn. I have walked 2 caminos before, one in Saucony Peregrines and one in Altra Lone Peaks. I didn't have a problem, I find the Timps even more comfortable.
  14. Lmsundaze

    Sleeping Bag Recommendations

    I went with a summer bag rated 55F In April-May, also Sept-Oct plenty warm enough
  15. Lmsundaze

    Sleep phones

    I sleep all night with audio books playing on my iPhone. I pick something boring that makes me sleep. And as davebugg suggests I charge my power bank at night.
  16. Lmsundaze

    Lightweight Wrap Skirt !

    I just looked at it, looks great! Can you share what size you got, or how the sizes are? Thanks!
  17. Lmsundaze

    First Camino help please: should we depend on Albergues or book nightly arrangements with a company?

    I think anyone who wants to book ahead with a company should do so but don’t like the implication that people over 70 have more need for this service than others. I have walked 2 caminos at age 70 and 71 and had no difficulty making reservations when I needed to do so. I also enjoyed having...
  18. Lmsundaze

    What if I don't have a cell phone?

    There is no right answer for everyone, but to me as a woman over 70 traveling alone it makes sense to have a phone. I think as a matter of safety it is a good idea for solo women to have a phone.
  19. Lmsundaze

    Trailrunners on Camino Portuguese

    I walked from Porto in trail runners last year - altra lone peak 3.0. No problems, no need for hiking boots. I also walked the Camino Frances 2 years ago in trail runners. Really this isn’t mountain climbing, just walking.
  20. Lmsundaze

    Solo older woman?

    I have walked both the Camino Francés (2 years ago) and Camino Portugués (last september/october) and I am over 70. The CP also has a lot of people and would be fine for an older solo woman. I thought the CP was easier, but either way you would not be alone and I hope you go. I speak Spanish...

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