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  1. Tollymore

    Choosing a route

    Hello. I’m not familiar with the Madrid route so can’t comment on it. Longoño, Burgos and León on Camino Frances are 3-4hrs from Madrid on bus or train. According to www.gronze.com you could walk Logroño to Burgos in one week, or walk Burgos to Mansilla and then bus to León to get train/bus...
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    From your bedroom window

    Good thread, thanks! Feeling grateful for our space as we start lockdown.
  3. Tollymore

    Explain your forum Avatar (name and picture).

    My picture is Holly, my loyal walking companion, in the Mournes. And Tollymore is a forest park where we did a lot of my training walks. Am loving this thread, thanks!
  4. Tollymore

    A 'One Word' Why?

    Healing
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    Recommended accommodation in Palas de Rei?

    I stayed here in mid July. http://www.albergueouteiro.com/en/hostel Clean, secure and friendly however it was fiesta season and there was a non stop heavy metal concert 10pm-5am in the adjacent square that night so not much sleep!
  6. Tollymore

    Favorite 2019 Camino Francés Photos

    Great idea! Thanks 👍🏼
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    Post your favorite flower photo taken on Camino.

  8. Tollymore

    UK Ladies Share Your Shoes Info!

    Hi Lucy. I’m in NI and I walked SJPP to SdC in Asics trail runners for overpronation (c. £50) and wore these with basic Decathlon ankle socks and wasn’t bother by blisters at all. The trainers had good grip and support and roomy toe box. I wanted something that would dry easily if they got...
  9. Tollymore

    Where did you walk ( locally ) in 2019

    We’ve been enjoying long walks in the Mournes all summer. Hard on the knees but so good for the head.
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    Training Fatigue

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    Training Fatigue

    I think it’s probably a good idea to taper for a couple of weeks before your Camino, Kathy. Common practice for any marathon preparation. It sounds like you’ve put in the training hours well in advance so you’ve got your stamina built up. Just pace yourself once you get started and enjoy your...
  12. Tollymore

    What's in your first aid kit?

    I avoided blisters last year with KT tape around some toes to avoid wee overlaps and them pressing together. Handy for some support too.
  13. Tollymore

    Where did you walk ( locally ) in 2019

    I walked the causeway coastal path from Carrick-a-rede rope bridge to the Giant’s Causeway last weekend. About 18km.. Breathtaking views, cliffs, blue skies, blue sea...
  14. Tollymore

    FREE copy of 'Ego Trip' - a book about the Camino Francés

    Go raibh maith agat, Paul 👍🏼
  15. Tollymore

    Pilgrim Routes within UK and Ireland

    I agree, @Albertagirl. I’ve sometimes wondered if there was any way to make a network of Camino pilgrims from Ireland/NI who might be interested in offering affordable, albergue type accommodation at their homes to fellow pilgrims who want to walk here.
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    Pilgrim Routes within UK and Ireland

    @AcrossTheWater3008 www.walkni.com have details of lots of excellent walks in Northern Ireland, many of which have written guides, maps and waymarks. The St Patrick’s Pilgrim Walk http://www.walkni.com/walks/23909/saint-patrick-s-way-the-pilgrims-walk/ The International Appalachian Trail...
  17. Tollymore

    Your one picture that captures how you feel about being on the Camino!

    Meeting my sister along the way was very emotional. I’d started alone in SJPP and she starred in Sarria with her family 3 weeks later. Although I’d met some wonderful people I was just totally overcome seeing her along the road to Ribadiso.
  18. Tollymore

    SJPP to Roncesvalles with Pulmonary Problems, Need Advice

    Hi JamesVT. I stayed at Orisson last year. The walk up to it is very steep but short, about 8km I think. It’s a quiet road so you can stop safely along the way. I think there are a few benches along the way too. From Orrison to peak is a much gentler uphill incline, steeper downhill in places...
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    Advice for first time (possible) pilgrim

    I echo a lot of what others have said. Your body is in charge on the Camino, not your mind, let it decide how far you go each day. Booking SJPP, Orisson and Roncesvalles is a good idea to break yourself in a little easier as there are no options in between. I’m in my second week of my first...
  20. Tollymore

    Starting Camino Frances June 15. Some quick questions!

    Thanks, Konnie. I’ve a reservation for Orrison which gives me some peace of mind and I intend to buy poles too. Thanks, Glamgrrl, for the trail conditions update. Hi Yanlingly and TennKeith, hope our paths cross at some point. I’m having serious jitters about going. My original excitement...

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