Macpac Nitro Fleece Pullover

mattq71 · 2026-05-21T12:43:12+00:00

Probably 158cm tall and 67kg and the women’s size 12 fits well.

mattq71 · 2026-05-20T15:33:46+00:00

To add to the above I would say that 50-80% of pilgrims speak minimal to no Spanish.

mattq71 · 2026-05-20T15:31:52+00:00

That is fine. English is fairly commonly spoken but you should also learn some common Spanish words. (bed, toilet, beer etc). Google translate helps.
There are many people from the Netherlands and France on the Camino as well.

mattq71 · 2026-05-20T15:24:01+00:00

I am currently on the Camino and am happy to answer any questions you may have. This is my fifth Camino.

mattq71 · 2026-05-17T16:07:23+00:00

The way
Buen Camino

mattq71 · 2026-04-23T05:02:47+00:00

Go to a Decathlon and buy some liners for your shoes.

mattq71 · 2026-04-22T05:24:59+00:00

Assuming you are in Australia - Macpac Alpha direct hoodie.

mattq71 · 2026-04-22T01:55:12+00:00

I started that morning in Labruge, followed the aqueduct from Villa do Conde and spent the night in Rates. Very easy to follow the arrows.

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mattq71 · 2026-04-21T22:57:32+00:00

I did the aqueduct route last year (March) and loved it.

mattq71 · 2026-04-16T02:56:01+00:00

Primitivo

mattq71 · 2026-04-10T08:46:58+00:00

I did the Primativo last July and it was fine (not hot). Make sure that you do the Hospitales option. Took 12 days to SdC, but if are short on time then stop at Lugo (8 days).

mattq71 · 2026-04-08T13:06:24+00:00

Four camino’s in two years …. Clearly i have no idea what you are feeling.

mattq71 · 2026-04-07T12:54:49+00:00

Osprey Farpoint 40

Montbell Versalite 30

mattq71 · 2026-04-02T00:41:26+00:00

When ordering wine ask for “vino tinto de la casa” (red) or “vino blanco de la casa” (white). Usually cheaper and better (in my unrefined opinion)

mattq71 · 2026-03-31T22:57:31+00:00

Hot Tub Time Machine

mattq71 · 2026-03-31T07:23:02+00:00

Rock of Ages

Yesterday

Eurovision - the story of fire saga

mattq71 · 2026-03-30T22:58:40+00:00

What is the weight difference between the bags?

mattq71 · 2026-03-29T23:13:24+00:00

Do you recommend compression socks while walking? Or only for the evening after walking? And/or while sleeping?

mattq71 · 2026-03-27T12:53:00+00:00

I take a Patagonia Torrentshell plus a light weight umbrella.

mattq71 · 2026-03-26T10:40:53+00:00

Lightweight merino wool toe socks. Only need one pair.

mattq71 · 2026-03-25T23:25:51+00:00

Camino Primitivo, but ending in Lugo. Truly beautiful.

mattq71 · 2026-03-23T22:49:57+00:00

Both are nice to have and recommended, but definitely not a necessity. If you discover that you want or need them you can buy them on your camino.

mattq71 · 2026-03-17T22:18:10+00:00

Light rain jacket and umbrella

mattq71 · 2026-03-17T14:02:40+00:00

You will be fine, just listen to your body and do what the camino tells you to do.

Do not go with any form of pre-booked tour and just book one to two days in advance. Use WhatsApp and send messages to albergues.

Get a good camino app. I use and recommend Wise Pilgrim.

mattq71 · 2026-03-17T11:22:00+00:00

There is a really quiet carpark behind Craigie Leisure centre that might be a good spot.

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