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  1. J

    Anybody use speedgoats?

    Not being up on all of the latest brand names, I was hoping to see a post about goats being available to rent to carry packs along the route. I should think this would be a favorable option...the counties would not have to maintain the brush along the side of the path, it would be a patient...
  2. J

    Those who have walked at least one Camino - What are your favorite insoles and why?

    Whatever the sales person in the tech store provided. They are usually skilled at choosing, fitting and cutting. Always have been awesome!
  3. J

    Two questions to ( hopefully) make you think....

    I have something to add, but I am busy, and will respond a few days from now, notwithstanding the pulse rate of this thread.
  4. J

    Solo walkers - what kinds of food do you buy at grocery stores?

    Thank you
  5. J

    Best time to purchase plane tickets

    I should add that once I find the cheaper flight, if it is agreeable, I do find it on the airline site. The prices are the same, but the trend info is the useful part
  6. J

    Best time to purchase plane tickets

    Find an app that tracks purchasing trends. In previous years those apps told me to buy in Jan, then Dec and this year, now. I used Hopper. It has been reliable before. I am skeptical but it is saying now is cheapest option.
  7. J

    Solo walkers - what kinds of food do you buy at grocery stores?

    I am avoiding processed nonnorganic foods. How possible is this in groceries and restaurants, I wonder?
  8. J

    What’s going on?

    Deer are the embodiment of spontaneity.
  9. J

    Coffee in the Morning?

    Can I recommend bringing chocolate covered espresso beans? Two of those first thing are loads better than sub par coffee, and are quite potent. And you can carry enough to last your trip. I am a teacher and call my coffee "Be nice to kids juice", so I can sympathize with those who really need...
  10. J

    Any advice for when you want to quit?

    When you have rested up in Leon, as advised earlier, count how many days you have and then calculate short days for yourself. So consider bussing again ahead to make your trek from here on out more relaxed so that you can meditate rather than suffer. Or, continue on to Astorga and rest there...
  11. J

    LIVE from the Camino Unplugging and enjoying the cruise control

    I heard the most unusual sound crossing that bridge. I would have missed it if I had headphones on. It was a mob (herd? Richness? Gang?) of what I think were minks. Very eerie and loud. And what would you call a group of pilgrims? We must have our own group name.
  12. J

    Why is my nose bleeding so much?

    It happens to me one week after our winter weather comes. It will stop if that is what it is.
  13. J

    Why is my nose bleeding so much?

    Is the air dramatically drier that what you are accustomed to?
  14. J

    Santiago cake

    You've got many good responses, but here is a cook book that has the tart, plus the wonderful cheesecake. Both gluten free originally. No adjustments made.
  15. J

    Knights Templar and other nonsense!

    Here's one we should all perpetuate: There's a legend that says that if you find two pilgrims named Julia and Dennis sitting at a cafe you should buy them a drink and say hello.
  16. J

    LIVE from the Camino FRANCÉS: Flies, spiders, isolation & roommates: not what I expected!

    It is possible that you could do that busier section without meeting many if you sta in Casas far from the camino. If your travel agent can change a few accomodations ahead to albergues, and you leave earlier you will run into people.
  17. J

    plantar fasciitis - with 7 weeks to go

    This taping technique allowed me to walk, and actually allowed my foot to heal. I don't know what causedbyourbdaughters but the weight of the pack is at least aggravating it. Lighten that, a few days rest, and always have it taped. There were days when I showered with this tape on. Good luck.
  18. J

    Walking last 100KM. English or Portuguese route?

    It seems you can't go wrong.
  19. J

    Attempted backpack theft

    On the night train from Santiago to Madrid, I was asleep in our room when one of the other women got up presumably to use the bathroom. She did not lock the door upon her return. I was just drifting off to sleep again and another person walked in, a man, and was searching around my daughter's...
  20. J

    Meltdown in San Sebastián!

    This is a response to the "Buen Camino my arse" comment but not the technical aspects. I feel the pain. Having just recently experienced a day that seemed like a sitcom with a laugh track, I might suggest this: Do enjoy not having burnt the place down. Do enjoy that you get to explore Spain...

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