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I'm only 4 days in so things should improve as in gain strength, but the long hills both up and down walking on loose stones of varying sizes, have about killed my feet and ankles. The most enjoyable walk so far was the walk beside a river before Pamplona. That was great. Have not had a bad meal or a bad glass of wine. Who knew wine could be so cheap and so good. I am spending more money to dry my clothes than for a bed. Well maybe not I ran the dryer 2 times last night for a total of 6 euro and it cost 10 for the bed. For 6 euro I could get two bottles of good wine. I am having the time of my life. Buen Camino. Ed
I love your attitude!I'm only 4 days in so things should improve as in gain strength, but the long hills both up and down walking on loose stones of varying sizes, have about killed my feet and ankles. The most enjoyable walk so far was the walk beside a river before Pamplona. That was great. Have not had a bad meal or a bad glass of wine. Who knew wine could be so cheap and so good. I am spending more money to dry my clothes than for a bed. Well maybe not I ran the dryer 2 times last night for a total of 6 euro and it cost 10 for the bed. For 6 euro I could get two bottles of good wine. I am having the time of my life. Buen Camino. Ed
It sounds like that you will LOVE the Meseta from Burgos and some 9 days flat ahead. Just be aware to call it a day in Castrojeriz, 2nd day after Burgos: The hill just beyond Castrojeriz is called the Mata Burros (Mule Killer) and is best done in the cool morning, not in the heat of the afternoon...Eddie, congrats and Buen Camino!
I left St Jean 17 days ago, and am now in Burgos. Those hills are still fresh in my mind-- and that wonderful river stretch you mentioned.
I didn't see in your post whether you're using walking sticks. I recommend them highly, as others did for me.
Here are three places ahead of you where these made a HUGE difference...
The stretch from Burgos to León is supposed to be pretty flat. I'm sure I'll be thankful for my sticks again after that.
- the very rough descent off Alta del Perdón, after Pamplona
- a steep descent from Villamayor de Montjardín
- the big up and down day between Los Arco and Viana
Buen Camino, keep having fun!
I would drink more beer too if I lived in Madison lolThere were times in my Camino when I thought to myself "I took for vacation for this?". The first 5 miles up to Orrison from SJPP on a 90+ degree day almost wiped me out! The challenges are part of what makes the Camino an awesome experience. It's not easy, you will have days where you feel like a superman and the walk will feel easy, however the next day is quite hard and a humbling experience. In the end it takes you out of your comfort zone and that is how we grow as human beings.
THE WINE! I totally agree, the best wine I have ever had, and for a shockingly low price! I'm mainly a beer drinker here in the states, however I am mostly a wine drinker when I am on the Camino
Enjoy the rest of your Camino.
How is your Camino going? I remember your post when you were trying to decide whether to go and were concerned about conditioning. I'm so happy to see you've made it to Burgos. Buen Camino!Eddie, congrats and Buen Camino!
I left St Jean 17 days ago, and am now in Burgos. Those hills are still fresh in my mind-- and that wonderful river stretch you mentioned.
I didn't see in your post whether you're using walking sticks. I recommend them highly, as others did for me.
Here are three places ahead of you where these made a HUGE difference...
The stretch from Burgos to León is supposed to be pretty flat. I'm sure I'll be thankful for my sticks again after that.
- the very rough descent off Alta del Perdón, after Pamplona
- a steep descent from Villamayor de Montjardín
- the big up and down day between Los Arco and Viana
Buen Camino, keep having fun!
I am at Villamayor now. My knee is sore so I will definitely use sticks tomorrow. Please tell me that the steep descent is not loose stones!!!Eddie, congrats and Buen Camino!
I left St Jean 17 days ago, and am now in Burgos. Those hills are still fresh in my mind-- and that wonderful river stretch you mentioned.
I didn't see in your post whether you're using walking sticks. I recommend them highly, as others did for me.
Here are three places ahead of you where these made a HUGE difference...
The stretch from Burgos to León is supposed to be pretty flat. I'm sure I'll be thankful for my sticks again after that.
- the very rough descent off Alta del Perdón, after Pamplona
- a steep descent from Villamayor de Montjardín
- the big up and down day between Los Arco and Viana
Buen Camino, keep having fun!
You would be absolutely correct, if the year was 1990 lolThe Spanish beer is really good and refreshing. Not like most US beers: Remember that famous saying by the Monty Python gang? "Drinking American beer is like making love in a canoo: Fuc.ing close to water!"
Very good to hear. The last time in US (No doubt, some years ago), only Sam. Adams was drinkable!You would be absolutely correct, if the year was 1990 lol
America now has over 5000 breweries, many of them brewpubs that make the beer right on the premises.
I would think we have the best & largest selection of beer in the world right now.
Yes Sam Adams was one of the leaders towards small breweries that make good beer. I thought I died & went to heaven when it first came out. I'm lucky that I live close to NYC. I can even find cask conditioned alesVery good to hear. The last time in US (No doubt, some years ago), only Sam. Adams was drinkable!
Me too Annie! Camino18 or Camino19, all the time dreaming of going back and which route I'm going to take. I've completely forgiven the overweight pack and the blisters and long to return. I must, however, keep reminding myself that I DO NOT have it all figured out so the next time will be EASY! What a trap that would be to fall in to!The hills will get you in great condition and in a week or two when the map says " difficult hill section tomorrow " you will think after the climb " that wasn't difficult !
Your condition will improve markedly .
How I miss those days now I have been back at work 6 months .... Camino is on my mind constantly ! ..... I use it in all my computer passwords at work...helps me to remember what is important
Ultreia !
Me too Annie! Camino18 or Camino19, all the time dreaming of going back and which route I'm going to take. I've completely forgiven the overweight pack and the blisters and long to return. I must, however, keep reminding myself that I DO NOT have it all figured out so the next time will be EASY! What a trap that would be to fall in to!
I'm only 4 days in so things should improve as in gain strength, but the long hills both up and down walking on loose stones of varying sizes, have about killed my feet and ankles. The most enjoyable walk so far was the walk beside a river before Pamplona. That was great. Have not had a bad meal or a bad glass of wine. Who knew wine could be so cheap and so good. I am spending more money to dry my clothes than for a bed. Well maybe not I ran the dryer 2 times last night for a total of 6 euro and it cost 10 for the bed. For 6 euro I could get two bottles of good wine. I am having the time of my life. Buen Camino. Ed
Speaking of beer and wine, which causes you fat more? Are they both equal opportunity offenders?
After walking a month from Santander to do Camino Primitivo, I expected to lose serious amount of weight, but I haven't. I think it is all those beer and wine after the hard walk (hard climbs ) made up my energy used that day. Well, I guess I can't complain because at least I felt good after a hard day's walk.
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