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  1. BobY333

    Spanish lessons with an online teacher

    Hi there - you caught my attention with the reference to My Academy. Trouble is...I can't find it even with the all-knowing Google? Can you give more detail? Thanks!
  2. BobY333

    Spanish lessons with an online teacher

    I second the recommendation for Complete Language Transfer. It's outstanding. Very approachable. I'm pretty good with Spanish, but I do go back and listen to (some of) this when I want refreshing. That being said, I'm sure person-to-person learning would be even more helpful in "locking in"...
  3. BobY333

    Verizon "UU" plan includes international coverage

    Hi there! We're seriously considering making the switch from Verizon to T-Mobile...and this would trigger getting our three adult, married (!) children off our our plan :) You may benefit from this - the guy in the T-Mobile store told me to ask about 'Insider" discounts when we make the switch...
  4. BobY333

    When do we NOT want to start in May 2025 (from SJPdP)?

    Thanks for all the words of wisdom. We've just booked award tickets to Paris arriving 27 April! We'll have a quick few days in Paris, then head to SJPdP likely on 29 April. We'll also definitely book through Pamplona (at least). When we last walked the CF in September 2018 we left SJPdP with...
  5. BobY333

    When do we NOT want to start in May 2025 (from SJPdP)?

    I know I saw some discussion on this topic a few weeks ago, but I can't find it - so sorry if this is repetitive. We're likely to get into Paris at the end of April/beginning of May. If we just forged ahead, we'd probably start from SJPdP during the May 1 weekend, which I think is less than...
  6. BobY333

    Considering the CF May 2025, but start with a taste of the VP/Le Puy?

    This looks like a great plan, thanks!
  7. BobY333

    Considering the CF May 2025, but start with a taste of the VP/Le Puy?

    This is very helpful, thanks!
  8. BobY333

    Considering the CF May 2025, but start with a taste of the VP/Le Puy?

    Suzanne and I may be back at it in the Spring. The hardest part right now is getting our heads around committing to 5-6 weeks of being away. Assuming we get there...we've always wanted to walk through rural France. We're thinking maybe 5-7 days into SJPdP. We're both in good shape and aren't...
  9. BobY333

    Wired Noise Cancelling Ear Buds?

    Hi there - AcousticSheep SleepPhones Wireless. My wife calls these a “lifesaver”. I’ve used them, along with traditional ear plugs, and completely blocked out noise. They aren’t noise cancelling, per se - they play your choice of several different sounds, including white noise. They’re also...
  10. BobY333

    Percentage of Return Pilgrims?

    Very interesting indeed. The vast, vast majority of those I’ve met have been first timers. We’re having a hard time recalling anyone that had walked before, though I’m sure we must have! Even the Salvador (2x) was just first timers - including a few that wanted to “escape” the crowds on the CF...
  11. BobY333

    Accommodation with Communal Meals on the CF

    This is a great idea - I’ve loved the communal dinners. We’re planning a second CF, and the only reason I’d stay in Orrison (instead of Borda, where I haven’t stayed) is for the dinner where everyone is so excited to get started! I wonder if there’s any central source for this information? Does...
  12. BobY333

    Shoes ... Large toe box

    If you want to stick with Hoka, I’ve used the Stinson trail runners for each of my Caminos. They have a wide toe box and are super cushy. Like you, I size up by one (a 13 for my 12 feet). These shoes get beat up, but they’ve lasted from SJPdP to Finisterre for me.
  13. BobY333

    Input/advice on last stretch (Lugo-Santiago)

    Not sure if this is for you, but I loved my Lugo to Santiago stretch. I did it in three days and loved each albuerge. I had been walking 15 days on the San Salvador and Primitivo by then, so I was ready for some long legs and getting to Santiago a day early. Lugo > As Seixas 32k. I stayed in...
  14. BobY333

    New variant for the Salvador —Camino Allerano

    You all really have me itching! Too much going on this year to walk (2 daughters’ weddings in five months!). But next year I turn 60, so I get to chose - and walking into SdC on my birthday like I did last year could be it!
  15. BobY333

    Performance Fabrics - Truth or Myth?

    I agree with "don't overthink it". The first time I definitely did. Got the merino shirts, etc. They were fine, but I didn't find them to be anything that special. The second time I wore my running shirts. Same thing - they were fine. The last two times I wore Costco 32 Degree Cool black short...
  16. BobY333

    Making Plans Primitivo

    @peregrina2000 gave me some sage advice a few years ago when I posted about planning to walk the Primitivo. She suggested I first walk the Camino San Salvador from León to Oviedo and then continue onto the Primitivo. The San Salvador was simply fantastic! I had never heard of it, and now I’ve...
  17. BobY333

    Using Wikiloc

    Aha, that I can find! I was thinking it would be a hyperlink within the message as opposed to a random "download" button on the screen. I feel (a little) better! Thank you!
  18. BobY333

    Using Wikiloc

    Ok, I've tried Wikiloc a few times and even subscribed once. I simply can't figure it out... So, I was excited to see this title - but there seems to be no file? Am I just a total tech moron? :eek:🤪
  19. BobY333

    Current volume of pilgrims on Salvador?

    This is a wonderful Camino! Make sure you get Ender's guide - there are some small villages where you need to call a day ahead to make sure they have food for you (e.g., Pajares). Also, Poladura de la Tercia's lone restaurant used to be closed on Tuesdays (though I don't think that should be an...
  20. BobY333

    Stomach Bug on Meseta

    The part that still doesn’t add up for me is why it frequently seems to pop up in the same place - Carrion de los Condes or thereabouts?

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