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  1. Kbierstube

    Would you rather....

    CONTEXT/ASSUMPTIONS: I have 21 days to do the Camino Frances and I'd like to go all the way to Finisterre. If I assume I'll lose one day travel TO my starting point on the Camino and 1 day FROM the ending point plus allow myself 2 additional buffer days for sickness/injury/rest. I must complete...
  2. Kbierstube

    Where's a good starting point for a 21 day walk?

    Pilgrims, I was originally going to have 38 days on CF and begin in SjdPP. I've changed my plans and now I have 21 days on the Camino Frances beginning Sept 12. I'd like to go all the way to Finisterre. Where do you recommend I start if I only have 21 days? Pamplona seemed like a good place...
  3. Kbierstube

    Madrid to SJPP

    Hi Pilgrims, I will be flying in and out of Madrid. I need to get from Madrid to the starting point on the Camino and from the finishing point on the Camino back to Madrid. I intend to start in SJPP and I aspire to finish in Finisterre. How should I get from Madrid to SJ PP? How should I get...
  4. Kbierstube

    Does anyone have a training plan?

    I apologize if this resource exists somewhere on the site but I looked and I cannot find it. Does anyone have a training plan for the Camino Frances?
  5. Kbierstube

    What if you weren't a Camino purist and...

    Imagine that you're not a Camino Purist and you have 38 days to enjoy Spain along the Camino Frances route; Sept 2017.... You intend to pack and live, mostly, like a pilgrim and want to also enjoy some comforts like laundry, food and wine, culture, and limit rough terrain and bad weather. (I...
  6. Kbierstube

    Taxi in inclement weather?

    To save weight in my pack and limit discomfort, I'm considering of leaving my rain gear behind and cabbing it if/when inclement weather strikes; Sept 2017. Can cabs (or other transport) be easily be found in most Camino towns? What's pricing like? Silly notion or ??
  7. Kbierstube

    Swimsuit in September?

    Should I pack something to swim in for a Sept Camino? Does anyone ever pack swim clothes?
  8. Kbierstube

    Which guide is your favorite?

    I've seen a handful of CF guides available. All appear to have pros and cons. And I'd like to know which is your favorite and why?
  9. Kbierstube

    CF surprises?

    What, if any, Camino surprises have you experienced that you could have prepared for?
  10. Kbierstube

    Solar charger: Game changer or wasted space?

    I hear that charging electronics can be challenging since there are not enough outlets and because you have to babysit your device to prevent theft. Has anyone used a solar charger hooked to their pack during the day? If so, how did it work? What solar charging device might you recommend? Tia!
  11. Kbierstube

    What portions can be skipped on CF (if necessary)?

    I have 38 days to hike the CF for my first time. To make things even more challenging, I'd really like to go on to Finisterre. To add even more complexity, I fly into Madrid on day 1 and out of Madrid again on day 38, so I'll obviously use a portion of those 38 days getting to/from the Camino...
  12. Kbierstube

    Solo Female Camino Safety

    What are your top 3 safety tips, for a person (female) traveling CF solo? Has/does anyone bring personal safety devices? I.e. Mace, knife, gun? (My husband wants to know) What else? Tia!
  13. Kbierstube

    Another backpack Question.

    Hiya! Based I on my research, this: http://www.tortugabackpacks.com/products/outbreaker-travel-backpack?variant=26900597257 seems to be the best backpack for me. Can you think of a reason why it wouldn't be wise to take this on the CF? Tia! Katie Sept 2017
  14. Kbierstube

    Sleeping outside?

    So, sleeping outside. What are the circumstances that would motivate a pilgrim to do so? Where exactly do pilgrims sleep outside; park bench? Street corner? Random field? Is it possible that I'll need to sleep outside during my Sept 2017 CF?! I'd prefer not to. Do I have alternatives? Tia!
  15. Kbierstube

    Hiking poles: buy before or during Camino?

    I've read about the merits of hiking poles. I believe I'm sold on the idea of using them while walking the Camino. I'm trying to determine if I should buy them in the US before I depart or if I should buy them while on the Camino? What should I take into consideration?

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