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  1. Lillian Rodriguez

    Cell Phones

    Hello! You can get it at Pamplona, as there are no stores at Roncesvalles. As to charging your phone, I guess you'll have to wait till you get to the albergue in Roncesvalles. Perhaps you can convince a bar owner in Pamplona to allow you to charge it while you consume something! Good luck and...
  2. Lillian Rodriguez

    Poles

    Why not pack them in a separate cardboard tube, large enough to carry the collapsed poles, any liquids, knife, scissors, etc? Then check it in as luggage. Chances are they will arrive with you! It worked for me. Buen camino :arrow:
  3. Lillian Rodriguez

    After hiking footwear?

    Hello marniedent, From personal experience: Flip flops, crocs or sandals: your choice but always the lightest. But DO wear foot protection to guard against fungus infections! The albergue showers, even if they are disifnfected every day, are used by so many people with different hygiene...
  4. Lillian Rodriguez

    After hiking footwear?

    Hello Rambler, I also tried them all, Tevas, Crocs, etc. While some in this phorum have used Crocs to walk the camino without any problems, others, including myself, have had difficulty walking with them. On my mid April/May 2007 camino I took Keen Venice waterproof sandals, weight 22 ounces...
  5. Lillian Rodriguez

    Women's Underwear

    Definitely take microfiber underwear because of its moisture-wicking, comfortable and quick drying capability. A must in springtime as your wash must dry quickly and when it rains, things might not dry overnight. You might expedite the drying time if you roll them in your towel and hang to...
  6. Lillian Rodriguez

    SLR Camera (comprehensive list building)

    Hello sid1983, I too am an avid photographer and would have loved to have been able to take a DSLR on the camino. However, a lesson I learned in my many walks is that dust, rain, humidity and the constant bumping against the body or pack are the worst enemies of cameras. That on top of the...
  7. Lillian Rodriguez

    osprey aura 35

    Hi Molle, Welcome back! Try my email again this time in small letters: lillirod@gmail.com. Regards,
  8. Lillian Rodriguez

    osprey aura 35

    Good morning Molle, Just to let you know your email has not arrived. Let me confirm my address again: LILLIROD@GMAIL.COM. Best regards from Puerto Rico,
  9. Lillian Rodriguez

    What type of Soap do you take?

    Hello, When you replenish halfway in your camino and cannot find small sized toothpaste, soap, etc. you can get rid of the extra weight by sharing the cost with a fellow pilgrim or just give it away, you will always find takers. That's what I did when I could not find small sized liquid...
  10. Lillian Rodriguez

    What type of Soap do you take?

    It's also called Jabon Lagarto and can be purchased almost anywhere. It costs very little, lasts a long time, washes well and the weight is minimal. You'll need only when you hand-wash. Wherever washing machines are available, the cost of the wash also includes detergent. Buen camino!
  11. Lillian Rodriguez

    SJPDD to Ronsecvalles

    Dear Javier: Keep sharing your beautiful pictures!!! Are you walking the camino again? Saludos, Lillian from San Juan, PR
  12. Lillian Rodriguez

    Any tips for keeping warm?

    Re: you can't sleep if you are cold Hi everyone! I just returned home after walking the camino from April 24 to May 26th. Coming from a tropical climate, I felt cold many nights and days. While I was pleasantly surprised to find all the albergues I stayed at were had enough heavy...
  13. Lillian Rodriguez

    Camera:digital or disposable?

    Dear Lauren, It's gonna be digital for me, precisely because this is my dream camino. I shoot anything that moves, or doesn't move (churches, scenic views, monument, people), images worth preserving in the best quality I can get. Plus, digital gives you the flexibility of on the spot editing...
  14. Lillian Rodriguez

    Rechargeable battery or AA?

    Thank you all for your responses! Since I shoot anything that moves (or not!) I looked into the suggested solar and universal chargers and ran into the answer to my question that solves the weight problems as the environmental considerations as well! A power converter is required for...
  15. Lillian Rodriguez

    Rechargeable battery or AA?

    In 12 days I'll be on my way to Spain to walk to Santiago from either SJPdP, weather permitting, or Roncesvalles. Trying to trim unnecessary weight I'm reconsidering taking my digital camera with rechargeable battery which weights only 8oz. While the battery can take up to 160 shots in...
  16. Lillian Rodriguez

    Boots / Jacket

    Hola xm! Thanks for the recommendation. I read about that one but chose to move on further uphill and stay at the Auberge Orisson where I have a confirmed reservation. Its roughly 8 kms from SJPdP yes, it looks a bit rustic but has wonderful views and all I need is a place to stop to break...
  17. Lillian Rodriguez

    Boots / Jacket

    Re: Thanks! Lupita: I depart for Madrid on April 22 to start my camino from SJPdP on the 25th! and I'm getting ANXXIIOOUUSSS!!! :shock: Will be awaiting for your list of encargos! Liv: Thanks to your input, got new ECCO GTX Hi boots, worn them in (275 kms), I am well equipped, well trained...
  18. Lillian Rodriguez

    Boots / Jacket

    Hello Rob, Thanks for the link to ems.com. I already have most of the equipment for the camino but checked the site and got some Techwick clothing at very good prices. Great stuff indeed! Any luck finding airline tickets withour the 30 day maximum? Best wishes for the Thanksgiving...
  19. Lillian Rodriguez

    Boots / Jacket

    Thank you Liv! Agree with you totally on the Eccos. I’m very pleased with my Perceptor GTX Lo, never had any problem, blister etc., but their soles are a little worn out. I’ll keep them as a last resort in case there won’t be enough time to domesticate my new boots. Regards from accross...
  20. Lillian Rodriguez

    Boots / Jacket

    Dear Lupita! They say that when you walk to Santiago, you are never alone, not only do you have the presence of fellow pilgrims but you carry the “encargos” or requests from a lot of your friends. I’ll remember to say hi to Santi for you. Wish your Thanksgiving holiday was a very special one.

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