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  1. t2andreo

    Food on La Meseta beyond abysmal

    That happened to me ONCE, about 10 years ago. I promptly swallowed a heaping helping of protein powder right in front of the TSA person. End of argument.
  2. t2andreo

    Thirty five days and I never knowingly encountered another diabetic

    Googling "supermarket near me," or "supermercado cerca de aqui" (supermarket near here always works for me.
  3. t2andreo

    Is there really a waterproof solution

    Through all the hoops you will jump to try to find a solution - hah! - ft chance, consider these two maxims: 1. Being wet and warm is sometimes not bad, and depending on the circumstances, can be very nice indeed. 2. Being cold and wet is NEVER good. It hastens hyperthermia, illness, poor...
  4. t2andreo

    Food on La Meseta beyond abysmal

    I ALWAYS travel with powdered protein supplements. This tops my protein needs off every day. I usually manage to find enough protein on the local economy. Generally, I start the day with a serving of flavored protein powder dissolved in water. I will even add a powdered coffee "single" packet...
  5. t2andreo

    Shoes ... Large toe box

    Since 2013, I have only worn Keen Targhee boots. They are also available as shoes. The toe box is HUGE! One of the primary reasons I chose this model was the overly generous toe box. I wear two pair of socks (wicking liner, plus thick wool outer sock). I six completed Caminos, I have never had a...
  6. t2andreo

    Will the Correos accept a small backpack or bag

    The Correos can provide a suitable corrugated box for a nominal fee. They come in a wide variety of sizes. That is how I do it. And I have done so MANY times. If you are shipping a suitcase or duffel bag, they will strap it closed with their plastic shipping tape to prevent zips from coming...
  7. t2andreo

    Why do pilgrims fly to Pamplona.

    I assess that it is easier to fly into Madrid, then connect to Pamplona, than to fly into Paris. That is how I would do it. If you are traveling solely within Spain, then you probably want to try to stay on Iberia, for seamless connections. This is especially true for those of us traveling to...
  8. t2andreo

    LIVE from the Camino Héctor Walked His Way-Successfully!

    Hector, see you next time! Yes, there will be another pilgrimage in your future.
  9. t2andreo

    LIVE from the Camino Héctor Walked His Way-Successfully!

    OR, Friends in high places! The Camino provides!
  10. t2andreo

    LIVE from the Camino Chrissy on the Camino Invierno

    It is interesting to point out that, before arriving in Galicia, much of the stone work (roofs, paving, walls, decorative stone work, Camino distance markers - mojones, etc.) is SLATE, as that is the dominant type of stone quarried in the east. Once you enter Galicia, the stone work changes to...
  11. t2andreo

    LIVE from the Camino Chrissy on the Camino Invierno

    I SOOOO wish I was there. Of course, my responsibilities here still preclude that. But I am with you in spirit. Buen Camino.
  12. t2andreo

    Three section telescoping vs. folding poles.

    I started out more than a decade ago using Leki three-section telescoping poles. IMHO, these are among the major brands from which others are judged. But, as others pointed out already, they do not compress small enough for my packing or carrying needs. Plus, the aluminum alloy is relatively...
  13. t2andreo

    Toiletries at San Martín Pinario?

    There is a Froiz supermarket in Plaza de Toural, about 10 minutes from the Cathedral, walk down Rua do Vilar turn LEFT at the fountain.
  14. t2andreo

    Camino Planning with Chat GPT - Hmmmm

    THAT is why Michael is called "The WisePilgrim."
  15. t2andreo

    Supplies in Pamplona

    There is also an El Corte Ingles department store, with a large sporting goods department. IIRC, it is near the train station. Hope this helps. Tom
  16. t2andreo

    What if your backpack gets lost?

    At the risk of being roundly thrashed by my colleagues here, in the forum, might I suggest this could be an instance of “the Camino provides?” In this case, it was a positive solution to the problem - and on a timely basis. I am very glad that it all worked out.
  17. t2andreo

    App for logging your trip.

    I do not have or use the Polar Steps app. My recommendation was based on the advice of others. I do take a lot of photos on my iPhone when on Camino. These are automatically backed up to the iCloud. If I need to take notes as memory joggers, I use the Notes app, and create titles by date then...
  18. t2andreo

    Saint Jean Pied de Port to Roncesvalles, leaving in the afternoon

    Carefully check what time sunset comes to the Pass Napoleon that time of year. You DO NOT want to be caught out on the trail through the Pyrenees in the dark. Hope this helps. Tom
  19. t2andreo

    Sleeping bag OR just a liner??

    I concur with those who suggest a light-to-medium weight sleeping bag. As an FYI - in the UK, Snugpak make an excellent bag called the "Jungle" Sleeping Bag on their MOD side and the "Traveller" Sleeping Bag on their commercials side. Identical bag - different colors. Their MOD style uses...
  20. t2andreo

    Advice for clothing in November on Camino Frances

    In November , along the Frances, the weather should be crisp and dry during the day, unless it is cloudy and raining. The sun will still be warm, but rides lower across the sky from sunrise to sunset. Use layering, as others have correctly said. Plan for continuous stretches of rain - and it...

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