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  1. HBS60

    LIVE from the Camino Héctor Walks His Way-week 4

    ...I don’t mind after yesterday’s intense day. Every morning, we scramble to get ready to leave the albergue, which for me is complicated due to my cPAP machine. A bunch of them left very early , and a little group was with me at first. There was the usual confusion trying to find the yellow...
  2. HBS60

    LIVE from the Camino Héctor Walks His Way-Week 3

    ...Leche. The rain let up but it was chilly, but I didn’t think I had much of a choice. Since I was planning a short walk, I packed (crammed) my cPAP machine, and off I went. Thankfully I do have a long- sleeved nylon Tshirt that gives me some insulation when layered with my Merino wool tshirt...
  3. HBS60

    Where to find cPAP medical supplies on the Camino?

    ...a couple of days (yay! The hurricane is not headed this way!). A little while back, in preparation, I put together a packet with supplies for my cPAP machine, specifically nasal mask cushions and filters. I thought I was all set but I just noticed I can’t find them anywhere. I might have...
  4. Dov of the Galilee

    Etiquette using cPAP machines

    So a friend of mine is hesitant of walking the Camino because along with a host of other issues he's a user of a cPAP machine. He's not sure if he would be allowed to use it in a dorm setting and his budget would not allow him to have private rooms. I've personally heard the machine and I...
  5. HBS60

    Weight, Heat, Humidity

    ...myself realizing that these 3 variables could make a huge difference in my ability to walk the Camino. Weight. Unfortunately, I have the bulky cPAP machine which necessitates a larger (hence heavier) backpack. It doesn’t help that I’m on several medications which are also bulky. I mentioned...
  6. HBS60

    One month out…this is getting real!

    ...this until I get to Pamplona. I bought a large duffel bag that can contain my large backpack (Kester 48, needed that size because of my large cPAP machine). I will carry my cPAP machine in its travel case on board as my personal item, as well as a carry-on bag for an extra change of clothes...
  7. HBS60

    Pre-Camino Surgery?

    Continuation of issues I started on my thread “Update on Camino Plans”, this one more focused on surgery. I’ve been on cPAP for the last couple of years for mild sleep apnea. It’s been a struggle, and frankly, I don’t think I’ve benefitted much even if the AHI numbers are fairly low. Since I’ve...
  8. HBS60

    Update on my Camino Plans

    ...of about 12 miles a day. I am planning to start walking in August 11, if all happens as I hope. But… I have mentioned here that I have a bulky cPAP machine which I prefer not to take along, but I bought a backpack large enough to accommodate it just in case. I’m aware of the travel cPAP...
  9. Q

    Packing list feedback for Primitivo next week

    ...so there's an extra layer(s) in here for sure given the cold, damp forecasts I'm seeing. I've also got an extra outfit since we'll be staying an extra week afterwards in Madrid. I feel pretty good, especially when you subtract the CPAP, diabetic supplies and the extra outfit. Thanks in...
  10. P

    Lost & Found Missing CPAP Carrying Case and Cords - now found!

    Hi! I walked the Frances in 2022 and now my dad is just starting! He's missing his CPAP carrying case (labeled Resmed with grey drawstrings and a few cords inside). He thinks someone accidentally picked it up while packing this morning at Orisson. If anyone spots it and can leave it at the...
  11. HBS60

    Is this powered USB hub setup safe?

    ...etc). I was originally planning to bring a power bank but that’s too heavy. I’m still on the fence about my Kindle. Not sure what to do about my cPAP machine because it needs it separate power supply and it doesn’t use USB. It turns out I might have nose surgery before my trip, as I have...
  12. SoozKH

    CPAP users: how do you bring your machine with you?

    I am a CPAP user, and would need to bring my machine as I need it at night during the Camino. I have a regular size Resmed (without the water chamber). My plan is - to pack it in the CPAP bag/carrier , and then put this carrier pack inside my luggage (Mid size check in luggage, semihard...
  13. HBS60

    How to choose a Camino Prep Fitness Program?

    ...it with no problems, I have bouts of SVT (supraventricular tachycardia) which are bothersome but not dangerous. I have mild sleep apnea on cPAP, borderline fasting glucose, questionable kidney issues (apparently resolved on last set of labs). Never smoked, I don’t usually drink alcohol except...
  14. HBS60

    CPAP tubing and SD card

    Greetings (again!) I decided to carry my big, bulky cPAP machine…in my new 48 liter backpack I just bought for that reason. I do have two questions: I’m supposed to clean the tubing once a week by soaking in warm water with mild dishwashing detergent such as Dawn, then hang it to dry all day...
  15. HBS60

    First Camino, lots of questions

    ...of the threads and they have been very helpful and informative, but still have so many questions. The most pressing one is what to do about my cPAP machine, because it’s bulky, and I can’t afford $900 or so for a travel unit, so I’m trying to figure out if I can actually carry it in my...
  16. Septarian

    Cpap as extra carry on luggage

    Hi, I wonder if anyone can help? We are travelling Vueling from SDC to Paris with all carryon luggage. According to Vueling I can carry my CPAP machine as additional luggage, but have to contact Vueling Customer Services first…..which appears impossible. There are only phone contact numbers...
  17. J.Patrick

    LIVE from the Camino Practical observations from my October 2023 Via Francigena,

    ...gate if you show your credenciale and ask where to obtain your testimonium. You earned it. I stayed at 2 star hotels and agriturismos so I have little to say about pilgrim accommodations. I have a CPAP machine and always found a plug close to my bed to keep it working throughout the night.
  18. Madeleine Jacobs

    My first Camino Frances after the apnea diagnosis

    I am sharing my cathedral arrival picture with my small mini travel-CPAP🙂! I hope it can give confidence and courage to all other pilgrims with apnea. After the very difficult period and the eventual diagnosis, I knew no better place than the Camino to restore my confidence in my body, than to...
  19. Q

    CPAP on the camino

    I have sleep apnea and require a Cpap in order to sleep. How easy is it to get sleeping Arrangements along the Camino that will have access to an electrical receptacle?. This is my first time on the Camino and I’m doing just the short route from Sarria to Santiago de Compostela and having a...
  20. J Willhaus

    LIVE from the Camino Phil and Janet from Sarria to Santiago

    ...and quiet. Perfect location near Atocha station. Pods have a single plug so we had to run and buy an extension cord with 2 outlets for our 2 CPAP machines. Place to get coffee and a small breakfast of cakes in house. We had supper at NuBel next to the Sophia Reina. Pretty good food and...

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