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    How to get from El Acebo to Molinaseca

    I just did the portion of the route from Manjarin to El Acebo and it was pretty rough. Very steep and rocky so you really have to watch your step. That day the wind was also very fierce and right in our faces. My friend was really limping and uttering curse words I hadn’t heard from her...
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    Urban Myths

    And of course the myth that the louder and more frequently that you state your theory... the more correct it becomes. 😎
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    Bucket List - What we must plan to not miss on the Way?

    Try not to hurry. Better to slow down, or stop, and enjoy what is around you than to log the maximum number of km per hour or day.
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    Did you miss anything?

    Vegetables.
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    A Hard Question?

    Why is it necessary to label yourself (or others) at all?
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    Packing List

    Not necessary of course, but if you are only packing two tech hiking shirts it might be fun to have an extra lightweight shirt for running around enjoying Barcelona. If you aren’t visiting there until after the Camino you could pick one up in Santiago. Just for fun. ;)
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    Packing List

    Of course that was the short version. You get to have the planning fun of figuring out WHICH shirts/shoes/socks/etc. work best for you. And I would sneak in one extra shirt if you will be traveling in Barcelona very long...
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    Packing List

    One “outfit” to wear and one set in your pack. Underwear, good socks, rain jacket (you will likely get rain at some point), pack cover. Something warm to layer if needed like a fleece. Small amount of toiletries/first aid (you can replenish there as needed). Small towel. Comfortable...
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    Training for CF:5 weeks to go!

    You sound very well prepared. Be careful not to overtrain and injure or exhaust yourself before you go. Just go at your own (usual) pace and you'll be fine. Buen Camino!
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    Bilbao?

    As always to each their own, but I loved Bilbao. I enjoyed the museum inside and out and it was lovely at night. A beautiful spot to walk around. Had a glass of wine at the outside cafe there and listened to some nice live music with the locals. Great photo opps. Wouldn't miss it. YMMV. ;)
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    Training Chat - mutual support for first time pilgrims

    I agree. Be careful not to overtrain and possibly injure yourself before departure. For me I found shorter hikes everyday to be more helpful than super long ones for training. The hard part is doing it day after day whether you feel like it or not. And be sure to lose some pack weight. A large...
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    Advices not related with transport, Equipment and logistics

    It can't be said often enough: Pack light! Not only will your body feel better and recover faster from carrying less weight, but the constant packing and unpacking and trying not to forget anything is so much easier with fewer items.
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    aaargh! I have done it again HELP

    Be careful what you wish for. ;)
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    I stopped my Camino in Burgos....why...

    Also it takes a while (longer for some than others) to really get in a walking rhythm. At first you are all energy and excitement and then after a week or two you are tired and likely sore, maybe caught a cold, miss your kids or your dog or cotton clothes, whatever, and you wonder why you are...
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    Planning questions - Comparisons. Need some expert help!

    Most of the things you have heard or read are true. The Norte is less well traveled by Pilgrims so you can often be alone. You rarely hear "buen Camino" like you do on the Frances. The Norte infrastructure is much less developed than the Frances so there are far fewer places to rest or...
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    Anxious last 3 weeks

    You'll be fine. This forum is a wonderful information overload. It's really not as complicated as it sounds. Actually the Camino is quite simple. Don't overpack, wear comfortable shoes, and just start walking. You'll find your rhythm and whatever challenges come along will be handled...
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    Death march with teenagers?

    Don't do the "death march". Let the students enjoy the experience, stop to take photos, extra water breaks, or just appreciate the scenery. It's not a race and may be a once in a lifetime experience for many. Yes, they would probably be able to do more km and have the blisters and sore...
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    LIVE from the Camino Lots of Peregrinos

    I did go that way and it was not difficult to find the way marks. Buen Camino
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    LIVE from the Camino Lots of Peregrinos

    I just completed the Camino Del Norte. The crowds of pilgrims on the Frances were quite a shock after the caminos converged for the final leg into Santiago.
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    Hotels vs Albergues

    Albergues are like any other type of accommodation in that there are some very nice ones and also some not so nice ones. I've really enjoyed most that I've stayed in but have also opted not to stay in a few that just looked uncomfortable to me (provided there was another option available). I...

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