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  1. jostony

    Average Kilometres per Day

    Depends what motivates you. For my first Camino I was woefully unfit, having just retired from stressful job. Motivation for Camino triggered when my beloved father died and Camino took on huge significance on many levels. Walking quickly wasn't one of them. I deliberately left my fancy mobile...
  2. jostony

    Nice place to stay in Pamploma

    We checked into Pension Otano on Calle San Nicholas. They have a very good restaurant on first floor. Go there to check in.
  3. jostony

    Is Finisterre worth the extra time?

    After the comparative masses of people walking to Santiago and after a few days rest to enjoy the City I thoroughly enjoyed the walk to Finisterre as it is so quiet with some lovely woodlands. Having started our Camino with a few days by the sea at Biarritz and then walked from STPdP over the...
  4. jostony

    Stay in Orrison Refugio or not . . . ?

    I did my very first Camino in May/June. Not sure what to expect, as I am not fit, I pre-booked a night in SJPdP and at Orisson. We set off on May 1st from SJPdP and were hit by a tremendous gale on the mountain side that lifted you off your feet, followed by rain that slapped you in the face. I...
  5. jostony

    2017 - planning Second Camino - which route?

    I completed my first Camino in May to July this year from SJPdP to Santiago/Finisterre & Muxia. Great experience and now that I have settled back into my life I have committed to do my Second camino in 2017. I just need guidance please on which route would be best second time round. I have...
  6. jostony

    LIVE from the Camino 25 Apr 2015 -- "Houston -- The Eagle Has Landed"

    Well said. Congratulations! Enjoyed reading your updates along the Way. I start my Camino on 1st May and with my fear of heights reminds of the feeling I had when I did a sponsored parachute jump!!
  7. jostony

    Best place for a 2 to 3 night stay in Leon

    Visited twice on holiday with family and on each occasion stayed at the Parador which is lovely and a treat
  8. jostony

    Unders 30's are more 'Valued' than over 55's ...

    That's corret as I am going on holiday to Portugal in July and applied to become a "Pestana Priority Guest" and this membership opens up discounts in Portugal across their Pousades (similar to Spanish Paradores Amigo card)
  9. jostony

    Unders 30's are more 'Valued' than over 55's ...

    Regular travellers who apply to become a Gold card Amigo member will benefit from best discounts and deals irrespective of age
  10. jostony

    Unders 30's are more 'Valued' than over 55's ...

    Also if you travel to Spain regularly and like staying Paradores you can apply to become a Gold card AMIGO member giving the very best deals. You also earn points which you use for future bookings
  11. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Thanks for sharing your experiences and insight. Plenty to think about as I countdown to my Camino and help me decide and act on some of these
  12. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Yes I will some sort of light gloves to help with Poles as hands sweat. Headlamp I am not sure is essential and will probably use torch in cheap mobile as needed. I quote boots as part of day wear as am tracking weight FOS (From skin out) to ensure day wear clothes plus backpack and water are...
  13. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Very funny. Going into a good outdoor shop with a credit card is not good news - as you say all this fantastic gear I didn't even know existed before looks great, expensive and tempting! I also so understand the reality you are describing - as I have already had many a dream like this, like a...
  14. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Thank you for your helpful comments. A minute ago silk bag liner was in danger of going back into my back pack and now it stays out - I could conduct a poll like the upcoming UK election but would probably end up with such divergent opinions I would end up with an undecided definitive result...
  15. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Thanks for helpful insight. May I also ask your brain the following: Did you have to spray silk bag liner as well? Re light fingers comment do you mean that you kept the waterproof pack cover on all the time whilst walking or do you mean also whilst in the albergue? Speaking of bugs where did...
  16. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Thanks for that. Forgive me for picking your brain but in my packing list I have 3 nalgene bottles x 500ml each and weigh 106g each - will definitely need one as I have a belt pouch that I can hold it in around front with easy access. As I am increasingly getting OCD on backpack weight should I...
  17. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Thanks for guidance and ideas.
  18. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Having spent so much money on quality waterproofs - I feel emotionally attached to taking them! Did you take gloves?
  19. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Thank you very much. Really appreciate your valuable personal experience to help me weigh up decisions on gear/clothing . I think fleece is definitely going in. Gaiters were on my list and will consider what you say here. I think fleece is definitely going in.
  20. jostony

    Day 42 - Guidance - Weather & Clothing

    Many thanks for taking time out to sign up just to reply to me - really appreciate it along with your value your considered and helpful advice, based on your experience.

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