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  1. woody66

    How to choose a Camino Prep Fitness Program?

    Hi HBS60! Whatever makes you feel confident for your walk go for it!! But don't overdo the training. This is my training regime no gym ,no weights (to lazy) just walking my G/dog 10 to 14 km a day cos i have to :) (he's a big boy he needs exercise i have been doing that kinda distance for...
  2. woody66

    Hotels along the way -

    Hi! Here is a post i did on a previous thread ! I walked Leon to Santiago and Fisterre Muxia 2023! These below were my memorable stays and would stay again. From Leon i took the Mazerife variant. Domus Oncinae Fabia Address:C/Real, 7, 24391 Oncina de la Valdoncina, Spain Phone: +34 606 80 39...
  3. woody66

    Booking.com problems

    You may have done this already but in case you haven't. I have all my booking confirmation emails for my next trip in an email folder ; have you tried opening one of yours to link it to your booking works for me just tried it! Click email should open booking and at top says how many days till...
  4. woody66

    What inspires you for the physical aspect of the Way?

    I didn't know where this was going to go when i started this post but i feel better now 🤣 I don't know if this is appropriate in the context of your post! For me the Camino or the thought and desire to walk the Camino; became a catalyst that re affirmed in me the fact that i am still alive...
  5. woody66

    My upcoming planned Camino Portuguese

    HI! If you know the date you want the boat in advance; the company should be able to give you tide times and departure. I booked months in advance and they were able to do this. In 2021 i went with Bahia Sub contact by email or phone naviera@bahiasub.com +34 607 911 523 Buen Camino. Woody
  6. woody66

    want solitude

    Hi! I walked in one of the busiest months last September. You will meet people when you want to and find solitude when you need it. Walking from Leon to Sarria i met a few pilgrims on the path; obviously at the end of the day in accommodation those who have walked meet up! When i got to...
  7. woody66

    Backpack is 2 kg too heavy TwT

    Done that from day one! Only time i have worn the bottoms is in the airport or on the plane!!
  8. woody66

    Rain Pants?

    Hi! Kilt/rain skirt is all i wear i wont Camino in winter; but i wear shorts from end of March to Early December in UK Rain kilt weighs 78grams on and off in seconds ;and you don't have to stand on one leg to put it on! Wore it on the Portuguese Coastal in heavy rain for 7-8 hours great...
  9. woody66

    Are there Book swaps on the Camino. What book would you take.

    Hi! I know you want to read a real book; but as above they weigh something! I am also aware the below is probs not at all relevant to you but: I download audiobooks/novels to my phone at the moment i just checked i have a small library of 21 spread between Google play books and the kindle app...
  10. woody66

    Last min questions

    All will be fine embrace the freedom the Camino gives you; don't worry if you need an angel you will find one i found loads:) You will defo meet the World on your walk; a very sad time for you but the walk and people will lift you and help you sort your mind Don't hold back and go with the flow...
  11. woody66

    May-June Camino Frances - Rain Gear & Eating ware

    Is that right 1.2 lbs (544grams) is enormous! (same as my jacket ,kilt, gaiters and ultra light umbrella all together) Don't do overkill it's a struggle cos we always think of the what ifs!! I lugged so much electronic stuff i never used! Cables for everything, a tablet and stand, wireless...
  12. woody66

    May-June Camino Frances - Rain Gear & Eating ware

    Hi misspenn! Just a heads up if you run out of chews! I took a few Nuun electrolyte tabs as i began my first walk, but when the i ran out someone recommended drinking a can of Aquarius Lemon or Orange that you can buy in bars/cafes everywhere (they have some elecrolytes in made by Coke a Cola)...
  13. woody66

    €12000 fine on Route Napoleon?

    Hi! I think i remember something about the 12000 euros for a couple of pilgrims being air lifted by helicopter after getting stuck in snow or lost on the Napoleon but it wasn't a fine it was the cost/fee of doing it out of season. I think someone posted a piece from local news on the forum
  14. woody66

    May-June Camino Frances - Rain Gear & Eating ware

    Stick with what you have i only wear non waterproof Hoka trail runners! You will find they dry quicker . Your feet get wet whatever shoes/boots I use Seal skinz waterproof ankle socks (20000mm Hydrostatic Head) kept my feet dry for 6-7 hours in pouring rain; rain stopped changed out my socks...
  15. woody66

    Finishing my Camino and feeling incomplete.

    Hi Yep! I walked Leon to Santiago and then Fisterra to Muxia in September last year was i done NO! If i could have i would have kept walking. I love my kids very very much, we whats app every day; did i want to go home No! Is it anxiety you feel or sadness that it's over this time. On the...
  16. woody66

    Break O’Cebreiro climb

    I stayed in Trabadelo and El Herrerias from there to Fonfria ! I recommend these two El Puente Peregrino Address:Camino Santiago, 153, 24523 Trabadelo, Spain Phone: +34 987 56 65 00 Great reviews on this place with which i concur, vegetarian menu ( i am not a vegetarian but had one of the best...
  17. woody66

    Trekking Poles

    Hi misspenn! I will get my poles in SJPP when i arrive and donate when i finish; my Portuguese pair cost 12 Euros did the job and donated when i finished. I wouldn't invest in an expensive pair in case you cant get on with them! Defo use poles easy to use (used correctly); if i hadn't used...
  18. woody66

    Cancelling Camino - Soliciting Advice

    Hi! Did you break up that walk; or did you walk the 20k without a rest stop or four along the way?
  19. woody66

    Camino Francés favorites not in albergues?

    Hi David! glad you had a great time; they were not so accommodating with me 😞 Only place Hotel or any other form of lodging that i have ever booked that told me to go somewhere else! As it was not a suitable place for a sight impaired person; and no one would be available to help me at reception.
  20. woody66

    Are you 70+ and still walking Caminos?

    Seventy is the new forty when it comes to age supposedly; could somebody please tell my body that🤣!! Start my third Camino on my 70th in May ;only 35 days till my feet hit the path ! From that day every birthday will be my 70th that's old enough not adding anymore; i will be happy with that as...

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