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  1. CaminoMatt73

    Does it get better?

    The Norte way broke me. When I finished, I was very satisfied with my goal of finishing. I suggest to take it slow. The first week is tough and because of the first week, the rest is tough. I’m a better man today just because of that Camino. If your wife and yourself finish, you should have...
  2. CaminoMatt73

    Eating and sleeping on the Camino

    I'm in Bilbao now. I have not had trouble with food yet. Meals are scheduled as per previous comments but for example, yesterday at 4, I asked for something to eat and although hesitant, they made me a sandwich with chicken lettuce and tomato. Most places will accommodate especially if you...
  3. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    I was thinking of the Madrid way as my encore after the Norte. Please tell me how it's going when you're there. Obviously if I see you on the Norte, you may not have to tell me
  4. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    Two weeks left and a little anxiety is settling in. I don't recall ever having anxiety leading up to my hikes.
  5. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    never leave home without it. Thanks again
  6. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    I have my own unlocked phone, so i'm assuming I go into a Movistar outlet, pay them some money for a SIM card and put 40Euro on it and can fill it up when it runs out. Is that the jist?
  7. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    Haha, was going to do that anyway. Thanks for the push.
  8. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    Are any of these companies good companies? Do you prefer one over the others? I have an unlocked cell phone and would like to buy a SIM card with phone and data.
  9. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    I'm pretty much sold on not taking a sleeping bag. Now i'm on the topic of cell phone. Thanks for you note
  10. CaminoMatt73

    How busy is the Irun albergue this time of year?

    let me know how it works out for you. I'm a month behind you starting in mid Sept. Thanks
  11. CaminoMatt73

    Starting the Norte Route in September

    I'm starting from IRUN around September 13th or so. Has anyone Hiked the Norte route in autumn? I'm wondering about the climate and the need for a sleeping bag or a liner with a light fleece throw blanket. Also, I've never used a phone in Europe but I hear about prepaid cards. Is this useful...

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