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  1. bokormen91

    Newbie with some basic questions

    You do not need «tech» clothes, a lot of people like them, but no need... I detest dinousaur/plastic clothes and do without... Cotton is heavy, get some wool - perfect opportunity to ask for presents from family/friends in Norway - good deals to be had atm... Budget - Doable, I just spent 6...
  2. bokormen91

    Fitness level

    everyone can walk... Unless there are disabilities, medical issues etc etc. Then you need to consider those issues You can be superfit, having done marathons, triathlons etc - and end up with medical issues... (Been there, seen them...) You can be unfit, at the beginning, and listening to your...
  3. bokormen91

    Hiking shoes

    My choice is (trail)runners and never waterproof ones, as that is what works for me. I know that boots works for others... If your feet sweat, which mine do when it's warm, my experience is that waterproof shoes keep the moisture in. If it is really wet and cold, and I expect to be wet for...
  4. bokormen91

    Self Guided ?

    I'm sorry that some responses come across as arrogant. However - I can see why "we" might come across that way, I do include myself in this, as that's just easier - and I'm fully aware of being a (bit?????!!!!!) cantankerous at times;) I have traveled less than some, and more than others... I'm...
  5. bokormen91

    Walking the Camino with a blind friend

    I read an article the other day (in Norwegian, and cannot find it at the moment). The gist was that the "hiking association " along with the "Association for blind/vision impaired" were creating a training course for those that would be interested in being a hiking companion for those with...
  6. bokormen91

    LIVE from the Camino When your Camino doesn't go 'as planned'

    Beautiful, beautiful picture Kat and Lotta:) How awesome that the Camino is still bringing unexpected experiences. I keep looking out for this thread and it always cheers me up:)
  7. bokormen91

    How Does the Food Rate? Poll !

    I already voted - and picked Thai, Indian and Italian... I found it really hard to choose - Thai and Indian I love as there's such a variety between regions, everything from complex curries, salads that showcase 3-4 ingredients and awesome "streetfood"; there's comfort food for cold nights and...
  8. bokormen91

    LIVE from the Camino When your Camino doesn't go 'as planned'

    Happy Birthday:) May there be many more ... I'm (quite a bit) in awe. I'm amazed at the positivity that you display whilst experiencing a set back. I am so glad to hear that you've found both good friends - and the luxury of a bath;) Taxigreno, cleanogreno, hotelogreno - it says more about...
  9. bokormen91

    Thomas Omen...BOOKED!

    Sometimes it just happens - then make the best of it. Being a bit frightened or apprehensive does not have to be bad, may be it just shows that you're thinking deep down - Going a bit outside your comfort zone? Both of those are good in my book:) You say you did not know your dad, but you say...
  10. bokormen91

    Deaf girls

    There's never, in my mind, something as easy as a "yes/no answer" when it comes to letting your money go... But before you do pass on your change on the Camino - consider this: Europe, like most of the world has issues when it comes to discrimination towards minority groups. Not all of these...
  11. bokormen91

    Luggage - Does this sound feasible?

    Where are you flying in to Robo? If you have not booked tickets, yet - I'd suggest Madrid. Then - take the train to Santiago, leave your luggage there - stay overnight, skip the Pilgrim sites, just recover from flight and have a good nights sleep. The next day make your way to SJPP with...
  12. bokormen91

    Why oh why

    lol - I'm with you. Never understood why people insist on having closed windows in a room with 10 people that you cannot swing a cat in... However - I think koilife might be right:p Rhetorical question... I took a friend from the UK back to Norway with me for Xmas some years ago. My mum kindly...
  13. bokormen91

    LIVE from the Camino Is finding accommodation on the Camino Frances, becoming too stressful?

    If you have 2 books already, no need to buy a 3rd;) You can probably borrow one whilst underway, as many English speaking pilgrims use the Brierley book (it does have good maps, a nice schematic of ascent/descent - a spiritual section that tend to split people into "nay" or "yay". There are...
  14. bokormen91

    LIVE from the Camino Live from Canimo Frances.

    -And if your trainers/trailrunners have an extra "eye" towards the top run your laces through these before starting on long sections with downhill walking as this will also help preventing your foot sliding forward. This might seem obvious to others, but took me a few years to figure out that...
  15. bokormen91

    Seeking advice for early risers-- don't hate us, we can't help it!

    I don't think you have any need to worry as you sound as you have both common sense and are able to show consideration to others:) I don't think early risers are a problem... They function as my alarm clock - however I do consider people rustling their plastic bags, repacking their bag, bopping...
  16. bokormen91

    LIVE from the Camino Last minute advice for a first timer!

    1 You can get both bus and train tickets at relevant stations, if you've not bought them, no need to stress. They are available - customs should only apply if you arrive from outside of the "Schengen" area, and then it's only an issue if you brought things you shouldn't... 2 Spork - no need, at...
  17. bokormen91

    Starting From Pamplona

    The 10% is sort of thrown around as a guide... And that is all it is. Some carry less, some carry more. I often carry more. Sometimes I'm "good" and pare my pack down, other-times I decide that I want the extra luxuries. As for the sleeping bag - very individual. I sleep cold, and would not...
  18. bokormen91

    Planning timeline

    For airline tickets it can be worth signing up for special offers, either directly with the airlines or with an online travel agent. If possible do some longer walks, with a backpack that has some weight in it. This will give you an idea of how much distance you can comfortable cover in a day...
  19. bokormen91

    Missing the Essence?

    I see no reason why it's not doable, as it will be similar daily distances to what you covered last year. People find their own "essence" of the camino, and their own "camino family" (if they are interested). Prescribing what the essence is and what speed you have to walk at to find it is...
  20. bokormen91

    Leaving/Taking books along the way

    With the don't carry more than 10% of your bodyweight obsession, there is not a lot of books available. Does not matter how many languages you read, people choose not to carry them. Some larger cities/refugio's have book exchanges, expect to diversify from what you normally read Not sure which...

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