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max44 said:Is anyone making it over the top at all? Even with a stop in Orisson? Is it possible to get to the snow from Orisson? I have done the Hymalayas however, the person I am going with has never seen snow, so I thought it would be a treat for her. It would be worth a day out to play in the snow
keoghy said:I set off from sjpp on last thursday I headed up to orisson and it was a lovely walk, I already knew the mountain path was a no go but i didnt see the point in wasting the reservation. Early the next morning we were transferred to valcarlos (for free) were we walked the trail to roncevalles there was a couple of light snow showers but nothing to hardcore. Then overnight 2 feet of snow fell on roncevalles. I followed the trail from burgette to espinal approx 3km in the snow it took me 2 hours. I followed the road the rest of the way to zubiri along with all the other pilgrims. It seems the snow isnt that deep on this side of the alto de erro and is barely covering the ground. The forecast for today is 8C and getting warmer during the week. Up in orisson the weather can change so fast from blanket fog to thick snow to breathtaking scenery and back again in less than 5 mins. I would advise against the route napoleon at least until the snow is gone.
dogtorbill said:At the risk of showing everyone that I'm an idiot, what exactly does that (snow level and rain post) mean in regards to walking the Camino?
Gaiters won't do much for mud and watery paths, so unless you are getting them for rain, save the expense. They will help keep your boots dry in the rain, though, and I usually take them. I don't wear them unless it is raining pretty steadily.Still wondering if I should make a last minute purchase of gaiters
falcon269 said:Gaiters won't do much for mud and watery paths, so unless you are getting them for rain, save the expense. They will help keep your boots dry in the rain, though, and I usually take them. I don't wear them unless it is raining pretty steadily.Still wondering if I should make a last minute purchase of gaiters
whariwharangi said:falcon269 said:Gaiters won't do much for mud and watery paths, so unless you are getting them for rain, save the expense. They will help keep your boots dry in the rain, though, and I usually take them. I don't wear them unless it is raining pretty steadily.Still wondering if I should make a last minute purchase of gaiters
I wear gaiters to keep mud and debris out of my boots. They do work in mud as well as in snow.
In my experience they do not work well to keep boots dry in rain though they help in keeping water thats running down your legs out of your boots.
Boots stay dry with water repellant waxes. The feets get some limited protection from gortex linings.
I would recommend buying a pair and wearing them the entire camino. I was quite happy I had them whilst wading through the cow poop in Galacia.
dogtorbill said:At the risk of showing everyone that I'm an idiot, what exactly does that (snow level and rain post) mean in regards to walking the Camino?
Trishkerry said:Oh heck ! How stupid of me. I don't know the emergency number????
The yellow arrows will direct you off the road on several occasions, but these shortcuts always return to the road, so you can stay on pavement when it is wet.is it entirely paved?
That's not how I remember it Falcon, especially when you get to the more elevated section after Valcarlos. You walk along the road for several kms then walk up a single file woodland path to Ibaneta. You're never far from the road, and indeed you could stay on it if you wished, but the marked route takes you along a path that could be quite muddy and difficult at the moment.falcon269 said:The yellow arrows will direct you off the road on several occasions, but these shortcuts always return to the road, so you can stay on pavement when it is wet.
delmarie said:We are setting out in a couple of days to begin our journey on the Camino. Weatherwise, and based on experience, would it be appropriate to wear trail running shoes, rather than hiking boots. My hiking boots are amazing but awfully heavy for this adventure. What are peoples thoughts on this based on the weather. My trail running shoes are also gortez. Thanks,
Glad you enjoyed it! And a good reminder, that over the next week or two it won't just be the weather but the surface conditions to consider. As always, take advice. Buen muddy Camino a todos!Magwood said:Went over the napoleon route today (16 april) in beautiful weather. There was still a fair bit of snow and in some places we had to trek through it, but it was no problem. Also a bit of mud from melting snow. Hard work but well worth the effort.
Navarricano said:In other words, "follow your heart, but take your brain with you."
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