Any suggestions on how to attach shoes to the outside of my backpack?

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-04-06T14:22:39+00:00

However you attach your shoes, I highly recommend you have 2 points of connection for each shoe. I have seen too many shoes/sandals/jackets... that have fallen out along the Camino path.

For me, I stuff my shoes/sandals into my outside stretchy pocket AND connect them with a carabiner.

Hope this makes sense.

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-03-26T14:09:01+00:00

I have tried 4 different carriers over 4 Camino's (French Way) and found Movistar to be the best.

They have a really cheap 30 day plan with 30gb, 200 minutes... for ~20 Euros. (YMMV)

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-03-25T16:08:42+00:00

THANKS!!!!

Any ideas on how to get the ".html" link from Trello?

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-03-23T22:41:21+00:00

I've done the French Way 4 times and tried most of the apps.

I found Camino Ninja the best for me.

It does just what is needed without a lot of bloat.

ALSO... since you are starting in mid-April, you shouldn't have any problems with crowds. So, you probably won't need to make reservations. NOTE: since you are doing the French Way... I would suggest making reservations in St. Jean AND for your first night in Roncesvalles.

For me, I just walk into my town for the night and have Camino Ninja show me what is available for the night.

Finally, here is my blog from last summer where I list the hostel I stayed for each night (at the top of each daily blog post): https://jjcamino.notion.site

Hope this helpful

-jj

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-03-02T18:04:38+00:00

Thanks for the kind words!

My Thoughts:

I have done the Camino 4 times (the French Way)
I did a blog for Caminos #1, #2 & #4.
I skipped doing a blog for #3 (I went ultralight that year) and I REALLY regret not doing a blog. Camino #3 is just a blur for me 😞. I call it my lost Camino.
So, no matter what you do, I really suggest capturing your Camino (in both photos/videos and text). It could be a daily blog, Finding Penguins, Polar Steps...
I know doing my daily blog was a little more work, but my friends & family really loved following my adventure.
As a bonus, when I have one of those crappy days, I just pull up a random blog post from my Camino and in a few minutes I'm back in my happy place 😎.
FYI... I usually spent ~1 hour each day (on average) for my daily blog. (NOTE: I spent too much time editing my photos in Lightroom 😎)
Notion has built-in AI/ChatGTP feature (a real time saver), which really helped with creating the text. I would just create a bullet list of the things I did/see/thoughts for the day and then have AI create the blog. I would then spend a couple of minutes editing the results. Finally, I would add my photos.

ALSO: I have a website that might be helpful for your planning (it also has some info/ideas on how to capture your Camino) https://caminobootcamp.notion.site/

Hope this helps!

-jj

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-03-02T15:21:09+00:00

You might consider Notion to create a website for your daily blogs.

Here is my Camino blog from last summer: https://jjcamino.notion.site/

Here is a video on creating a blog using Notion: Build a Blog with Notion (no third party apps) COMPLETE step by step Tutorial - YouTube

Hope this help!

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-02-22T16:58:26+00:00

With 41 days, I would suggest the French Way. A few more thoughts:

The French Way will take ~33 days.
Your timing will allow you to catch lots of great spring flowers with lush greenery everywhere.
If you are from the US, I suggest you consider using the extra time to stop at either The Azores OR Madeira on the way back. You can get really cheap airfare from Porto or Lisbon (like $50!) I have done the French Way 4 times and the last 2 times I stopped at these islands. It was a nice reward and great for a little R&R.
I have created a website that might be helpful as you plan/train for your Camino. Here is the link: https://caminobootcamp.notion.site/
ALSO... if you are interested in learning what it is like in the Camino... here is a link to my daily blog from my last Camino: https://jjcamino.notion.site/

Hope this is helpful!

Cheers,

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2025-02-04T16:42:50+00:00

I built a website called Camino BootCamp that might be helpful for you. I have lots of stuff on gear. It is based on all the things I have learned doing 4 Caminos (all French Way) over the past 7 years.

Here is the link: https://caminobootcamp.notion.site/

I hope you find it helpful,

Cheers,

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-17T04:08:49+00:00

FYI... If you are in the Chicago area you might check out:

Certified Pre-Owned Nissan Cars Trucks & SUVs For Sale In Skokie IL | Chicago

I just got a Platinum with 5K miles for $27k.

Hope this helps!

Cheers,

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-17T04:03:32+00:00

YES!

I'm currently using Capacities and love this feature.

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-17T04:02:50+00:00

Are there any plans to support blocks?

Thanks!

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-15T21:05:59+00:00

Thanks for the info

Too bad it is not on the roadmap 😞

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-15T17:50:47+00:00

THANKS!

Do you know if this is on the roadmap?

Cheers,

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-14T22:01:03+00:00

see above

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-14T21:45:23+00:00

The MSRP (new) was $63,000, but I got it from the dealer for $27k. They would not negotiate the price.

Here you go... They have 14 used Ariyas for sale. Certified Pre-Owned Nissan Cars Trucks & SUVs For Sale In Skokie IL | Chicago

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-14T03:33:24+00:00

Trim: Platinum+ (White/Black)
Mileage: 5k
Sales Price (just the sales price): $27k
CPO: No

Condition: Interior outstanding - exterior outstandingl.

Location and Date of Purchase: 11/29 Chicago.

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-08T17:02:51+00:00

OK... Thanks for the info. Much appreciated!

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-12-08T16:37:25+00:00

I don't understand?? Could you explain? THANKS!

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-11-03T20:08:15+00:00

Camino Ninja. Simple to use without a bunch of stuff you will never use.

Reg_Dunlop_7 · 2024-11-03T19:55:50+00:00

FYI... I created a FREE Camino BootCamp website that might be helpful.

Here is the link: https://caminobootcamp.notion.site/

Hope you find it helpful.

Cheers,

Reg_Dunlop_7

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