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Hi Claire, Firstly, no matter what, have a wonderful adventure.
In looking over the answers, the ones who are only so-so about using poles are the one-pole users which is probably because they don't get many benefits with only one pole. One pole...
The use of a single pole is (he says, stating the bleedin’ obvious as usual) - is as a walking stick.
Some people swear by their one pole, using it for balance and other purposes, but the biomechanics are not comparable with the correct use of...
And especially annoying to the residents of the small villages on the Camino!
Yes - they give me a good rhythm. They also help my posture, especially when my center of gravity is off while I'm wearing a pack. Good posture keeps my back from...
I didn't have any injuries when I started my 2016 Camino. By the time I finally gave in and got them, after some real knee problems, I was very happy to have them. I've brought them on all subsequent Caminos and continued to be happy to have...
She is asking about Le Puy en Velay route, not Spain. I saw much fewer open pharmacies on this route to Cahors. We were looking for one as I got tendintis and we needed more strapping than we had brought with us. I was surprised at how difficult...
I am on the Camino with a tiny hairdryer weighing 28grams, total pack 6kg.
I am currently drying my socks with my hairdryer and two fellow pilgrims waiting in line to use it after a very wet day!!!
We walked in April/May 2022. It is probably a good idea to book ahead at Le Puy. We stayed two nights and particularly enjoyed Nomad. In Estiang, we had a lovely dinner at Aux Armes de Estiang. In Figeac, I can highly recommend La Cuisine du...
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