I'm a little excited. Actually, I'm not quite sure how I feel. This could be the beginning of something new or, then again, it may not be. I will know in a few weeks when I take my first steps. It's no secret that it has become more of a challenge to keep your audience,... Continue Reading →
Purchases for a 2021 Camino
So with no Camino this year, I am left to read up on the many Irish pilgrim routes and walking paths in Ireland. And there are many. With many of my favourite walking routes within reach from Monday, I have gone all out with a new day-pack, recommended by L over on Somewhereslowly.com. I had... Continue Reading →
Pre-Camino Thoughts #1 – 42 days to go
Ok! Let me be honest with you. For the last month or so, I've been pretty negative about my next Camino from Lisbon and it has been getting me down. I guess I just wanted someone to talk to and to get a few things off my chest. You may call me dramatic, but I... Continue Reading →
10 days before i leave….
I don't have long left. My first trip to Spain this year is within touching distance. The countdown is close to single digits. But I'm far less prepared than before. Is this a sign of an experienced pilgrim or just someone who has other things on his mind? A little bit of both, to be... Continue Reading →
Packing list 2014 – it has probably not changed
I pretty much have had the same pack since 2012 when I walked from Leon to Sarria but over the last few years I have made a few changes. Anyway, this list (link below) is where I am at the moment. The advantage of arriving early in St Jean (compared to arriving late in Leon... Continue Reading →
I just hope I'm not too late buying these. My current trail shoe (the amazing Columbia Peakfreak Enduro) won't be joining me in September. The reason for this is the shoe is too tight and I need a little more width. They are the best pair of trail shoes I have bought in a while... Continue Reading →
Packing..
I have 40 days left and every single day that goes by, I think about May 25th. It's almost becoming a bit distracting! I have drawn up a packing list (http://is.gd/ivLBo8) which is more or less the same as last year. A few changes however...I don't plan on bringing as much gadgetry as last time, my... Continue Reading →
Clearskies Camino 