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  1. grumerz

    Any wild life safety concerns on the French Way??

    Lions, tigers and bears...oh, my! Perhaps ruby slippers, or boots, should be the footwear of choice; banging the heels together to instantly go home when the nasty beasts appear. Does Merrill make some in their "Defender Series?" Sorry. I'll let myself out.
  2. grumerz

    Do they speak English ? Clues ? ?

    After you take out the Aussies, Kiwis. British, Irish, Canadians, Americans and a few others from the Commonwealth, you are left with the French, Germans, Slavs, Chinese, Koreans, Portuguese, etcetera, whose pilgrim numbers far outweigh ours and whose first languages are not English. Oh yeah, I...
  3. grumerz

    SJPP to Roncesvalles with Pulmonary Problems, Need Advice

    Don't fool yourself...portions of this section are a tough slog; even for those in reasonable shape. In my 2016 journey, (at age 65,) with no joint issues, no diagnosed pulmonary/cardiac issues, within twenty pounds of an ideal weight and months of training, I could not make it over the Cruz d'...
  4. grumerz

    privacy

    Bunking with fellow travelers is a bit like having your brothers and sisters around. The don't always smell good; they have the same gas as the rest of us; occasionally make too much noise and are quite comfortable running around in their underwear. It does not take too long to get used to the...
  5. grumerz

    Which route from SJP?

    In 2016, at age 65, I stayed the night at Orrison and began an early day, via the Napoleon. Had trained quite a bit at near sea level. Affected by the gain in altitude, unable to continue after several kilometers, I returned to Orrison. It was mid-morning. They kindly called for a cab, which...
  6. grumerz

    Transfer from Santiago to Madrid

    Having traveled from Santiago to the USA, via Madrid, in June 2016, I understand your concern. In my case, the stowed luggage was checked through to Charlotte, North Carolina where it was collected and then re-run through security. It was not necessary to do so in Madrid. As you, my first leg...
  7. grumerz

    Camino Frances In a Short Time

    You do not indicate any limitations to your walking abilities. If you can walk 30+ kilometers per day, each day, and you wish to "speed" through your Camino, then your options are many. If you are a 65 + guy, like me, and want to "smell the roses," with some time in Santiago de Compestella...
  8. grumerz

    Big & Tall person issues on Camino Frances?

    I am within a 1/2 inch of your height and about fifty pounds of your weight. At 65, I walked the CdS last April/May and had no problems with getting into the top bunk, on the rare occasions of necessity. As you, I exercised before leaving. Of course, at the end of any day, any soft spot...
  9. grumerz

    Credit Cards

    Just returned from the Camino de Santiago and used a swipe debit and chip credit cards. Never had a problem at ATM's, hotels, ship, or any other venues in SJPdP, SdC, Madrid, Barcelona, Naples, Rome, Florence, Cannes, or Marseilles. With the exception of the ATM's, everyone had a dual-method...
  10. grumerz

    This one is for gentlemen only.

    I have psoriasis on my face. If I don't shave, at least every other day, it looks like have left my lunch on my face. Leaving Monday for the Camino and taking a razor with three triple blade cartridges and "Somersets Shaving Oil." The later is an English product, provided in a bottle, slightly...
  11. grumerz

    Buying shoes on the way......

    Another challenge, if buying a replacement pair of boots along the Camino, is the break-in period after the purchase. Perhaps better to obtain the new pair, "pre-Camino," walking in them for short distances and on home turf, rather than subjecting yourself to the daily requisite distances, (and...
  12. grumerz

    Pension Corazon Puro

    Just made a reservation, via email, today for April 26th. Perhaps tweeking your search to Corazon Puro? Here's their website: www.corazonpuro.es
  13. grumerz

    Airline - Lost Luggage and forwarding to STJPdP

    Of necessity, planning on checking in backpack, held in shipping sack, while traveling to the CF in late April, 2016. Coming from the USA, via Philadelphia, Madrid and Pamplona. Each segment requires a transfer to another aircraft, or airline. Concerned about potential delay in the pack's...
  14. grumerz

    Which Boots?

    OOPS! Yes, they are the Thorlo hiking socks. Should have been clearer. These would be a bit odd looking when worn with your sandals, but what the heck, fashion does not count on the Camino! lol
  15. grumerz

    Which Boots?

    OK. First be aware, I have yet to depart for the CF, but have done some serious walking/hiking to check gear and to get in better shape. Sharing the early "mon pieds du Camino" saga, I first purchased Salomon 4 GTX 2's in my regular shoe size and added the Orange Insoles. (No, this is not an...
  16. grumerz

    Camino Frances April 2016

    Arriving Pamplona April 26th and leaving the same day as you from STJPdP. Hope to see you there. Buen Camino!
  17. grumerz

    Sending a package to Santiago

    Anticipating forwarding on the "excess" from SJPdP to SdC via post. May box(s) be obtained at the SJPdP post office, or should other plans be made?
  18. grumerz

    Check Your Brierley Guidebook!

    Receive the 2015 issue from Amazon three weeks ago. It's all there. Perhaps a fluke, but thanks for the head's up!

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