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  1. AlexanderAZ

    No Blisters over 560 Km (or any other foot issues)!

    I walked all of CF (solo) in 2017. At that time, I did nothing special to prevent blisters. I think I had a small blister or two but nothing memorable and definitely nothing that slowed me down. Last month I walked half of CF with my wife (our plan for 2017). I thought I'd be very proactive on...
  2. AlexanderAZ

    Help Albergue Santa Cruz in Sahagun

    My wife and I stayed with Daniel and the other priests last week. We sat with him at the communal dinner. The entire experience was one of the highlights of our Camino! Donation has been made.
  3. AlexanderAZ

    RIP @Dorpie (Rob)

    Thank you mods for making this decision as it alerted me and subsequently others. My wife and I were on the Camino when Rob died. We met several people a few days later who were in his room at the time of his death. My wife has stayed friends with them and has forwarded this thread on to them so...
  4. AlexanderAZ

    litter on the Camino?

    Fwiw, I thought there was significantly less litter on CF this Sept/Oct than I did during Sept/Oct 2017, especially toilet paper. I was pleasantly surprised.
  5. AlexanderAZ

    Finding medical help in ENGLISH in Burgos

    I am replying to this thread just so people in the future who may come across this are prepared for a different experience and don’t go in thinking it’s all going to be easy peasy being a non-Spanish speaker. Last night in tiny Villafranca’s Centro de Salud and again today at the ER at the...
  6. AlexanderAZ

    Our Camino honeymoon 9/28/19 start

    I’ve heard people say only crazy people walk across a country. Must be the craziest who do so on their honeymoon. (We are getting quite the response from people on the Camino when we tell them!). For those that want to join us virtually.... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3Ec74x9EfpkS48plgUxjZA
  7. AlexanderAZ

    Carry-on Size Backpack

    My & my wife’s 48L packs safely tucked in overhead bin and ready for takeoff to Madrid (btw, she packed her brain inside her pack with no issues):
  8. AlexanderAZ

    Carry-on Size Backpack

    I've never had a problem taking my Osprey 48L pack on a plethora of flights with various carriers. I do detach the "brain", which stays with me during flights. Plan to do the same tomorrow when departing for Spain.
  9. AlexanderAZ

    Kia Ad on the Camino

    Kia now comes with bugs? Driving a Kia gives you blisters? I'm leaving next week for SJPdP, do I need to pack a suit and tie like that guy? I have so many questions.......
  10. AlexanderAZ

    which sleeping bag to take?

    I walked CF in Sept/Oct of 2017 and took a 45 degree down bag and was very happy with my choice. In fact, my wife and I are starting CF a few days after you next week and we both have 45 degree down bags packed.
  11. AlexanderAZ

    Bedbugs on CF

    I had two incidences of bedbugs in 2017 and this after carrying a treated bedbug sheet (which I later discarded) and treating gear with Permethrin. I avoided a third incident just by checking around mattress. I leave next week for CF again and you can bet we will closely inspect before deciding...
  12. AlexanderAZ

    Camino Frances Accommodation - Hope this if of use

    For those who might not be aware, the original post is over 7 years old.
  13. AlexanderAZ

    SJPP is Packed with Pilgrims.

    During my 2017 Sept/Oct walk we referred to this as “the grey wave”. ;) I’ll be there in less than 2 weeks and anticipate the same. I am confident in my strategy to manage any wave.
  14. AlexanderAZ

    Should I take a sleeping bag? (early October camino)

    I am starting a day before you and also walked during same time 2 years ago. I am carrying same sleeping bag I took in 2017, a 45 degree down bag.
  15. AlexanderAZ

    Casa Magica - new management

    I'll be there in about three weeks. I can forego the paella but please tell me they still have the hammocks! 😉
  16. AlexanderAZ

    Thiefs on Camino Francés - warning

    Thank you for taking time to post this. A good reminder to stay vigilant. It’s easy to get lax about safety of backpack/personal belongings on the Camino and believing that everyone has positive intentions.
  17. AlexanderAZ

    Cortisone Hip Injection

    You might ask your medical provider if using Voltadol Forte gel is recommended for your hip issue. In Spain it is easily available, cheap, & without a prescription (no idea a/b Canuck land but in the US none of those apply). Tell the doc it’s even available in 23.2mg/g strength. Best wishes to...
  18. AlexanderAZ

    Bomberos in Burgette - gift

    Thank you so much! I will make every effort to stop there in a few weeks. Yes, this is the pilgrim and incident. I was the one who made the 112 call they refer to in the article. I was so thankful that I had cell reception. I have thought about this pilgrim endless times since that day. The...
  19. AlexanderAZ

    Bomberos in Burgette - gift

    Can someone help me figure out where the Bomberos crew responds from Zubiri area? In Sept 2017 just before Zuburi I witnessed not only a pilgrim fall and be seriously injured (ultimately required emergency facial/cranial surgery) but also witnessed the responding Bomberos guys do an absolutely...
  20. AlexanderAZ

    I dream about my wheelchair camino but need some answers

    Seen this blog?: http://www.disway.org/en/blog/1-reports-from-ambassadors/162-unforgettable-camino-santiago-wheels.html

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