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  1. Roland49

    Death of American pilgrim in Castromaior today

    May he rest in peace. My condolences to you and your family.
  2. Roland49

    Need something to do before Camino

    I would stay in Biarritz on the coast. Nice little town, cozy Inns, friendly people. But why do you stress? I flew in, took the evening train, picked up my credential, went to an Albergue and on the next morning I sat with a dozend other pilgrims at breakfast. I took off alone, met a brazilian...
  3. Roland49

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    "My camera" and the mentioned equipment is somehow different. Do you use your hiking backpack as camerabag or do you pack separate?
  4. Roland49

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    Just out of interest: do you stay in Albergues or Hotels? How do you secure your equipment? TIA Roland
  5. Roland49

    Avoiding the Crowd on the last 5 stages. Where to stay

    My itinary in July of 2019 was: Sarria, Case Peltre (not fully booked) Portomarin, Albergue Folgueira (wanted to stay in Albergue Ferramenteiro, was full) Ponte Campaña, Albergue Casa Domingo (not fully booked) A Rua, Esperitu Xacobeo (was new and maybe 1/3 filled) SdC, km0 (full, had...
  6. Roland49

    Afraid of top bed without fence

    Been confronted with your fears is part of a camino. But I never seen a top bunkbed without railing! Tell more.
  7. Roland49

    Did it make a difference

    Yes, yes, yes. Somehow. Living more in the present than ever! You know that every moment is precious and when it's gone, it's gone forever. I feel not bound, but drawn to a simpler, more active lifestyle.
  8. Roland49

    Cold nights in summer?

    I think that a jacket would be over the top. I stayed in Burgos in July 19 (Emaus) and the temperature at night did fell to a chilling 9°C by open windows. The heat on midday was exceeding 30°C! Used my liner and a blanket offered by the Albergue.
  9. Roland49

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    I am somehow a "pro" and if I feel the urge to get "serious" on a Camino I would just bring a combo of my Alpha 7R3, my Tamron 2.0-2.8/35-150mm, my Tamron 2,8/17-28 and a fluidheaded videotripod and some microphones. In total that would add 6.5kg of load to my back, more than doubling the load...
  10. Roland49

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    Last year on my CP I brought my tiny Sony ZV-E10 with the kit-lens 16-50mm. Amazing little camera and excellent images.
  11. Roland49

    What’s the difference between my two chargers?

    The smaller Apple charger is almost certain not a fast charger. My 2 last phones (Samsung, now Motorola) had both QC-Chargers, the 60W of the Motorola weighs almost double the 30W charger of the Samsung at almost the same size! Both do charge on different Voltages (5V, 9V, 12V output, 110-240V...
  12. Roland49

    First day - Route Napoléon, or Valcarlos?

    Just ask in the Pilgrim's Office! It can be possible to walk via RN or it's closed and you need to switch to Valcarlos Route. Have fun!
  13. Roland49

    Camino Francés favorites not in albergues?

    The Restaurant at the Hotel San Anton Abad in Villafranca Montes de Oca (Ok, they offer Albergue, too). Parrillada Xacobeo in Triacastela (classical patio style) L'Incontro in SdC (IMHO the best Italian in SdC)
  14. Roland49

    CF in July

    No, it's totally fun! Fewer people (especially central european), dry wheather, a bit dust and wind and lots of heat. But it can be rainy, too and some of the interim stops on the way aren't available while vacation time. I was on the CF in 2019 during a heat wave (max. 38°C), but it was really...
  15. Roland49

    Need help deciding to bring or not to bring

    Try Decathlon and try to find a headlamp with a red LED. Very much appreciated in dark dorms. I found mine in a surplus store for under 10€.
  16. Roland49

    Need help deciding to bring or not to bring

    In addition: bring or buy (if possible, maybe at a chinese store) a socket tripler. You will be best known as a seasoned pilgrim ;) Used mine in almost any Albergue.
  17. Roland49

    Tips for two weeks time !

    The Albergue de Peregrinos in Porto! Sleep & Go in Esposende. The Albergue de Peregrinos Sao Joao dos Caminhos (Monastery). Albergue Portela (if you don't walk the Variante Espiritual) Albergue Milladoiro (outskirts of SdC). HTH Have fun!
  18. Roland49

    Need help deciding to bring or not to bring

    Bring. Not needed, talk to your fellow pilgrims. Way more interesting! Bring. Needed my powerbank twice, once for a fellow walker and once to recharge my camera battery. I had a foldable Minibrush that worked well for me. Had microfiber terry towels (like the ones used by hairdressers)...
  19. Roland49

    Is Logrono worth spending a day off?

    Short answer: yes. If you are into wine and the local Pinchos, get ready to get some extra calories ;)
  20. Roland49

    What do you wash your clothes with

    I used Aleppo soap for all purposes. Clothes, hair, body. Comes in different scents. I chosed the lavender scent. Best used with a hangable soapcloth. After use let it dry before store it in a watertight bag in your backpack.

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