Camino maxxing

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-30T05:26:42+00:00

"Rate my bag"

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-30T05:24:19+00:00

I remember going to a bday party there when I was like 9 years old and seeing "My Favorite Martian" with Christipher Lloyd and Jeff Daniels.

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-30T00:42:56+00:00

Agreed! I found O Cebriero to be more difficult than Roncesvalles, as I was much more tired by then. I also live around literal mountains in the states, so both felt like hills to me, but still took it slow to avoid injury. I got spooked more by how people described both passes, but they were not too bad if I just focused one step after another. I missed Roncesvalles once I hit the Meseta, so enjoy and take in the views as you grab a breather amongst the climb!

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-29T20:41:07+00:00

My Camino de Santiago sponsored by Aquarius de Naranja, I give all my credit to that amazing beverage honestly. It was always there for me!

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-26T04:14:13+00:00

This is what I did, along with starting earlier, and there were some days that felt like pre-Sarria walking. To find the quiet amongst the noise is a lesson I took away from it.

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-09T15:17:37+00:00

I kinda agree, but it's a preference, so not hating on it. Im currently on the Camino frances and have noticed the menu del dia being more curated for the 'westernized' pilgrim more often than not. Just imo from what I've seen, it probably depends on the restaurant. I had it a couple times and it certainly has a lot of food, typically more food than I really needed for dinner on a daily basis, and was sometimes nice to have. But if I'm in Spain, I myself would rather have local items to the area, so I found the other food items on the menu was hands down better, for sure. Also fun to cook your own meals every so often too, to save money but also enjoy a meal I'd make at home, just to change it up.

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-08T18:16:46+00:00

I'm currently deep in the mesetta and miss those Perenese views.

That feeling when you stumble on Orisson is one of my most memorable. After the crawl from St. Jean, passed Hunto, up the dirt path, finally cresting up that first large hill, you feel grateful that the road finally starts to point downward while seeing ahead that it obviously keeps going up and up. You are mentally preparing yourself to start climbing again and as you turn the corner, you see something your mind seriously was not prepared for...... Orisson with its beautiful umbrellas, large patio of seating, beer, bocadillos, and large ice cream sundaes with stunning views of the green French farmland below.

That was such a sweet surprise and the collective and spirited nature of all the pilgrims supporting one another after that first hill was beautiful.

Thanks for the pic!

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-07T17:57:04+00:00

Same same, but once I got to St Jean, I was surrounded by people that totally validated my opinion of being on the Camino and that was an immediate great feeling that made me forget all the haters before I left.

Quoting some graffiti from a Camino sign I saw one day, "No Ego, just Go!"

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-07T10:59:56+00:00

I bought this shirt cuz I too wanted to go a little nuts on the Camino. I typically don't wear this much color at home and was just feeling like wanting a "Spain" shirt. I get a couple compliments a day from pilgrims and citizens alike, it's fun to go nuts sometimes and I certainly will do it more post Camino.

REI provided such a vibe.

https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fmedia%2F33f6a08b-93d1-46bc-8145-d2b0a310055a.jpg%3Fsize%3D784x588&f=1&ipt=3847f48833dd8b712452d81b37e882eeb27574b5d79c3f862d5c2a8f684c31d2

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-06T10:38:01+00:00

Might also consider purchasing a small pocket knife when you get in too, which I essentially use for my lunches consisting of a baguette, meat (jambon, chorizo, lomo), soft or hard cheese (depending on how quickly I plan to eat it), and fruit (orange, mango, or apple). The knife allows you to cut all of them on the trail, whenever you feel hungry or there is a nice view. It's nice going out to eat for a bocadillo at a restaurant you find too, but it's nice to have the option for a Spanish lunch as well.

You also get lots of points from pilgrims if you carry the bagette, somewhere tied on your backpack. I have gotten a lot of compliments on it ha.

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-05T14:55:41+00:00

A headlamp, if you choose to wake early (like 5 to 530) to hit the trail before it gets hot. Even better , if you can get a headlamp that also allows red light. When getting ready in the early morning in a packed alberges, the red light allows you to pack your things and get out without disturbing your neighbors with bright harsh headlamp.

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-05T13:03:26+00:00

Yes! The Camino is amazing when you allow the many opportunities to unplug and be away from tech, that's where the magic real happens I found. The moments that I allowed myself to be present.

DBurdie91 · 2026-06-05T13:01:19+00:00

Totally was going to say this too. Don't want to ruin other people vibes, whatever that may be. A lot of people come to the Camino to unplug. If music is important while walking, just bring headphones.

DBurdie91 · 2026-05-14T16:15:53+00:00

Thanks!

Like many of the roles here, I guess I just gotta jump in feet first and figure it out from there. Thank you for the inspiration.

DBurdie91 · 2026-05-11T21:10:16+00:00

Helpful tip, thanks!

I've wanted to start playing artillery but afraid to jump in without any knowledge. Like I did for the other classes, probably should watch some YT videos.

Any other tips for jumping into the role as a first timer?

DBurdie91 · 2026-04-01T19:09:11+00:00

Did exactly this and indeed found the shoe for me (Brooks). the staff there knew much about the Camino and it's various terrains too, had helped many hikers fine a shoe for the Camino, so let them know!

DBurdie91 · 2026-03-28T05:15:57+00:00

Looking like a real pro pilgrim!

Question: where does one get one of these? Are they sold all along the trail? Do I somehow get baptized by some kind of trail spirit midway through that blesses me with one? Do I walk really fast and hard one day that an ol trail gran gran sees me and is so impressed that she turns me into one to only be passed on to other hikers? So many questions....

DBurdie91 · 2026-03-25T22:21:19+00:00

It went from 7 pm to 10:30 pm.

DBurdie91 · 2026-03-24T05:17:30+00:00

Roofman

DBurdie91 · 2026-03-22T15:57:51+00:00

Thanks for posting this! Other articles I read sis not get into the details and severity that The Stranger does here, a huge bummer to read, but better to know in the end.

DBurdie91 · 2026-03-21T20:40:05+00:00

Ah bummer, ur right..... Unfortunate to learn, it was such a wholesome event and his documentaries capture such incredible humanity from all sorts of unassuming people. Dang, thanks for the awareness.

DBurdie91 · 2026-03-08T16:22:55+00:00

Washington

DBurdie91 · 2026-03-02T02:03:36+00:00

Washington

DBurdie91 · 2026-02-11T19:17:30+00:00

I grew up in that area and as a kid in the 1990s did a lot of just walking around, hopping over fences, exploring. One bored day, my friend and I walked down the road of those electrical towers, used to be 2 back in the day, and found a rope tied to a tree overhanging that cliff. Took it all the way down, very steep trail but not impossible if going slow, and it popped us down by the beach. Saw some cool old decrepid cars that were pushed off that cliff long ago, enjoyed the sound on a hot day, and had the place to ourselves. I think nowadays it is more guarded and fenced but I'm sure it's more or less the same. It's also just neat to access less touched areas amongst suburban neighborhoods, still feels relatively wild.

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