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It’s got a pretty rigid frame that can be ‘manipulated’ a bit ..:and may work on the diagonal …but if someone was determined to say it was too long I’m not sure it would pass…thanks for your thoughts though 🙏
Blimey! Wasn’t expecting this to go off on that tangent!
For clarity - I am NOT trying to screw the system, nor inconvenience other passengers.
I do NOT intend to try to sneak (or otherwise get on board) any kind of trekking poles.
This is not my first Camino. I am in fact trying to play by...
Hi everyone! Thanks for your feedback..much appreciated 😊
The exos is one of ospreys very light packs (don’t think they make it any more)…and yes, I agree 48L is much more than I need …rest assured I won’t be filling it to capacity… I have to carry it after all 🤣
Will don trial pack and see how...
Hello great hive mind!
I’ve booked to fly from the UK (LGW) with Vueling to Oviedo, returning from SdC. Only planning on taking one piece of carry on baggage, but had to buy the option to take the carry on size 55x40x20 cm cabin bag.
I have an Osprey Exos 48L which has served me well on previous...
Hi Rachel...I got them in a Chinese bazar/home stuff shop ...sold all sorts of stuff...not a walking/equipment shop. It was quite near the start point ...can't remember exactly where sorry. There were a number of shops selling them. I saw one place asking €12 per stick...got mine for €7.50 per...
...do the other airlines still offer this service then? ...no use to me (for now) but would be good to know for the future (and for others travelling now) Ta
I bought a pair of hiking poles when I arrived in Ferrol because I knew I couldn't bring mine on the plane (and as I was only travelling with carry on I didn't want to check them in to the hold)
Along the way a couple of people said they thought I could check them in as hold luggage for free at...
Sending love and best wishes...without your guide books I might never have done the Camino. Just about to head back for my third one in a few days. May the love and prayers and support of the many pilgrims from all around the world help you now. Thank you John for all you've done.
Thanks cardifflad52, looks like I might be able to get to Bayonne but no further ...now I just need to decide whether to stop in SJPdP a for a night or head straight up to Orisson... SJPdP is very nice...tempted!
Hello all knowing ones!
I am due to fly in to Bordeaux (From Bristol) on the 31st May - arriving at 16:20 (hopefully!!!)
Will it be possible for me to get to SJPdP that day or do I need to find somewhere to stay in Bordeaux for the night before travelling on the next day.
Any advice would be...
I use the silicone wax type for swimmers ...but find they’re too big & uncomfortable when I’m sleeping on my side so ....simply rip them in half ...et voila! Works a treat 😎 ¡Buen Camino!
Thanks for all your replies ...much appreciated. I think I’ll apply for a Starling Card...looking at my Santander 123 account it looks like I’ll get a hefty hit using it in Spain!
¡buen Camino todos!
Hi All,
I’m starting my second Camino in April this year and just looking at the best way to take money to Spain.
I’m in the UK and considering either getting a Starling Bank account for the duration of the trip, or a Revolut (or similar) card. (I’ll also be taking a credit card for times when...
The Hikers Mesh Soap Sack looks a bit like it’s made from similar material to net curtains...if I had some of this kicking about would it work ok if made into a draw string bag?
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