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  1. Paul Wilson

    Walking with headphones?

    Convert to bone conductors a few years back I can hear everything around me and when the going gets tough I can stick on some boosting tunes 👍
  2. Paul Wilson

    Poll Why did you have to abandon your Camino? Anonymous

    First time was just after covid and there was a shortage of beds from Pamplona onwards, over the next few stages so I went home and left the beds for those from further afield (I’m in Scotland) Second time it was the dread shin splints I tried resting for a few days but my leg gave way just...
  3. Paul Wilson

    Should we give recommendations on the forum?

    I find most of my recommendations would be coloured by the reception you receive on arrival and the pilgrims you share your experience with so for me I think you would struggle to have the same experience twice (although I do have a few favourites I would love to go back to) in fact my favourite...
  4. Paul Wilson

    Dull, boring, urban and sketchy (sketchy?)

    @Tincatinker well that thread took a sudden twist not sure how it has all resolved itself because I’ve skipped the posts in the middle 😉🤣 For what it’s worth I’ve walked and I’ve bussed along the Camino (due to an injury) and I learned that for me (yes it’s my opinion therefor incontestable)...
  5. Paul Wilson

    Are the longer Caminos a Sabbatical from marriage for some people?

    No way would I ever see the Camino as a way to take time out from my beautiful wife and family 🤔🤣
  6. Paul Wilson

    So why am I addicted to the Camino?

    Because if you keep following the shells you’ll either end up at a church, a cafe or a bar and I like that, it’s normally where I find my friends 👍🤣
  7. Paul Wilson

    Poll Do you listen to anything while walking?

    I’ve been reading this thread and I noticed some “strong” opinions bubbling to the surface so I thought perhaps to add a little depth to my previous post I would share something normally reserved to the communal meal when we chat about our reasons for walking (and because it’s Saturday night and...
  8. Paul Wilson

    Poll Do you listen to anything while walking?

    I listen to my music for short periods normally around busier or built up areas but I don’t use ear buds I use bone conductor headphones, these sit outside your ears and allow you to hear the ambient sounds around you like traffic, bicycles etc I especially find this useful around industrial...
  9. Paul Wilson

    The Camino Isn’t A Pilgrimage Anymore

    You will require a sticker for your clipboard…
  10. Paul Wilson

    The Camino Isn’t A Pilgrimage Anymore

    Ah “The Sisterhood of the Brethren of the Campaign to Restore an Authentic Pilgrimage” I like it 🤣 would you be identifiable only by a clipboard bearing the legend “Only God and The Sisterhood can judge me” 👍 (I feel a new tattoo calling)
  11. Paul Wilson

    The Camino Isn’t A Pilgrimage Anymore

    Every now and then the topic of pilgrim v adventure & faith v secular comes along but I personally don’t see it as a bad thing, it can be a discussion that allows us to understand those who walk with us on the path, we will walk together, eat together and laugh together for very different...
  12. Paul Wilson

    The Camino Isn’t A Pilgrimage Anymore

    Oh I’m torn in two with this one, I’m religious so I would firmly place myself in the pilgrimage group…but I’m also an avid walker who enjoys the views and the interesting people on the path so I can embrace those who walk for leisure and I applaud those who walk for their faith we all have a...
  13. Paul Wilson

    Clothes dryer etiquette

    Manners would dictate that you stay with your laundry until it is finished, this is normal campsite etiquette but I would suggest the same applies of any communal facilities, therefore if left unattended whilst others may want to use the shared facility then it’s fair enough to neatly empty the...
  14. Paul Wilson

    Should I ...?

    Hands up everyone who’s not surprised @Anniesantiago got a van and a camino 🤣 I hope you enjoy many trips in the van and buen camino when you go, btw I have a Vauxhall Zafira minivan with a fitted mattress for the back (Amazon👍) and a tailgate tent for a little more comfort 👍
  15. Paul Wilson

    Should I ...?

    @Anniesantiago i think you know the answer to this question even before you asked it, I help look after my parents one with Parkinson’s and the other has crippling arthritis and I know I will be worried about them when I go in September but they will be just as excited as me to hear about my...
  16. Paul Wilson

    On the Camino: One Day at a Time, one Photo at a Time 4.0.

    I don’t take many pictures but on this day on the Portuguese I did, I was sharing a family experience with my brother in law and father in law but this day they were listening to a football match that didn’t involve my local team so I spent my day enjoying the musical genius of The Clash
  17. Paul Wilson

    Four Categories of Pilgrims

    All forums have opinions and the opinionated that is not a bad thing it leads to debate and usually a general consensus. personally I like your categorisation and can see places where my journey fits, others will rather remain free spirits with their individuality and that’s no bad thing, as we...
  18. Paul Wilson

    Apologies

    Glad you and Joe made it home safe and I think anyone who has been following your trials and tribulations will understand how much you needed your Camino so I have to admit I didn’t find any issue in your blog I think most of us have succumbed to frustration, irritation and disappointment but I...
  19. Paul Wilson

    A Nice Dogs thread

    My father in law the dog whisperer I think this was between Mos and Porrino
  20. Paul Wilson

    Weight saving tips

    Has anyone looked into dehydrated water for their bladder pack 🤔 that should save a lot of weight 👍

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