Kitty Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 I have wandered around the world with a rucksack on my back The first item on my list (and the last thing that I always packed so it was at the top of the rucksack) was a loo roll...Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chancer Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Mine is still there Cathy! (I am talking about my daypack which I still use) together with an exercise book (my diary and general organiser) a drawstring plastic sick bag from Air Amaszonassa of La Paz (use en caso de indispocicion) and a neckscarf that has never served as that purpose but as a splint, bandage, sunhat, dustmask, table cloth and to preserve my modesty when some brugger nicked my clothes whilst I was washing in a river Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericd Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Last minute recommendation....talcuum powder (talc in french) to ensure your feet stay dry. This is the secret in the infantry, keep your feet dry and your socks clean and you will walk to the moon....(better you than me). Good luck and be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemonimo Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Thanks for reminding me, ericd. My daughter mentioned it to me - she was in the military and served in Irak - and says it's indispensible so I'm taking some Johnson's baby powder. She also taught me how to pack my bag by rolling everything, something I wouldn't have thought about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catalpa Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Good luck, both. I shall follow your trip with much interest. [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbles Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Yes - you both have my deepest admiration!Look forward to hearing all the stories afterwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chancer Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 And if you havnt already worked out how to pack a sleeping bag..............................Dont try to neatly fold it or roll it or whatever you will just get frustrated and wonder how they got it into its sac in the factory, whilst that remains a mystery to me the best way by far is to just stuff it in and keep stuffing.It might sound obvious but when I did a charity bike ride in Australia 90% could not repack their sleeping bags especially on the hurry up, most of em didnt know how to ride a bike either having done all their training in the health club.Oh and if you take a few nylon stuff sacs its much easier to find your clothing and seperate the soiled from the clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted September 3, 2010 Author Share Posted September 3, 2010 Hey, I'm back for the Last Supper with OH and Dog! Will tell you all about what I have been up to today but not this evening.With all your good wishes and wonderful encouragement, Gem and I will just cover the miles!Just weighed my rucksack and it was 6 kilos, before any bottles of water and before the waist pack. But, I reckon it will all lighten as some things get used up!Thank you to everybody who's sent words of encouragement and advice. We are deeply, deeply touched............[kiss][kiss][kiss] kisses all round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 I expect I'm too late but what the heck. All good wishes on your journey both. Next time, Thelma and Louise, wot? What are we all going to do without Sweet's jolly (and occasionally hysterical - in the best sense) postings for the next few weeks, I wonder? Take care, the two of you.(Oh, and dump the skirt. What is that about? A woman never died for want of a skirt!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted September 3, 2010 Author Share Posted September 3, 2010 Coops, you know I'm just waiting for you to drive me around in that swanky new car of yours!The skirt, ah, there's a reason for that. I'm not a skirt person generally. But, Suej told me a friend of hers bought a sundress to wear on the Compostelle and that it was incredibly comfortable plus very discreet for those "behind the bushes" moments.So, methinks, I can't and don't actually want a dress because it would be so difficult to wash and dry so I have settled for a sort of swirly skirt. Then, I'd keep my modesty and forget the knickers as well whilst I'm at it!Such freedom, Coops, I suggest that you try it.........![:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemonimo Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Goodnight and God bless, everyone for your thoughts and encouragement.See you tomorrow, Sweets, sleep well..... Jen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pachapapa Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 Vayan con dios.[IMG]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ea/Ruta_del_Camino_de_Santiago_Frances.svg/712px-Ruta_del_Camino_de_Santiago_Frances.svg.png[/IMG] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mint Posted September 4, 2010 Author Share Posted September 4, 2010 How fabulous, Pacha!Gracias![:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooperlola Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 Now all we have to do, Pacha, is figure out how to chart their progress on your map over the next few weeks! I'm sure there's some bright spark around the place who can do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 'Ere, that map, its quite a long way to St Compost Machin. Wouldn't the train have been easier? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitty Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 [quote user="Chancer"] a neckscarf that has never served as that purpose but as a splint, bandage, sunhat, dustmask, table cloth and to preserve my modesty when some brugger nicked my clothes whilst I was washing in a river [/quote]Yep. I had a very lightweight head scarf that went everywhere with me. I still have it. It was also very useful in a sandstorm - but that's another story... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 baaaananas say 'never go to the beach in a storm'! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitty Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 [quote user="woolybanana"]baaaananas say 'never go to the beach in a storm'![/quote]I quite agree WB. Here is proof...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlumVBe8Q5c Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemonimo Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 [quote user="woolybanana"]'Ere, that map, its quite a long way to St Compost Machin. Wouldn't the train have been easier?[/quote]Yes, it most certainly would, Wooly!We are dead on our feet - 22k today with quite a lot of hills and descents but we are in a charming Albergue, have been fed and watered (red water) but are ready for tomorrow. Sweets is just taking care of her teeth to avoid problems and might well come by and post in a moment unless she has gone directly to bed.There is a bunch of Irish who are enjoying themselves and a bunch of Dutch singing at the top of their voices. The Irish have just joined in with Nelly Malone and The Wild Rover so I'll make a discreet exit.More when time and internet permits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gardengirl Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Lovely to hear from you Gem. 22km sounds demanding with hills as well! Glad you had the energy to report in! Hope you're not in the same dorm as the serenading Irish, or it could be a long night! Sweet dreams to you both. [:D] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Watch those feet, girls. 22km is a long way for the early days of the trot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericd Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 Who said the walked on their feet ????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolybanana Posted September 6, 2010 Share Posted September 6, 2010 well, those broomsticks need to careful handling in the mountains Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suej Posted September 9, 2010 Share Posted September 9, 2010 Just a quick greeting for when the two brave ladies next manage to breeze in.I wonder where you are this morning and how it's going....First real September morning here, early autumn mist disappearing as the sun starts to take over- wonder what you are seeing?Onward and onward girls! Best feet forward! Enjoy!Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gardengirl Posted September 9, 2010 Share Posted September 9, 2010 Suej wrote: ''Best feet forward!''Sadly they don't have any good feet as noted this morning in a message from Gemonimo. [:(]Sweet stopped off to tend to her feet a couple of days ago, while Gem pressed on to meet up with a friend who was arriving to meet up further on. They also both ended up with blisters, so are having a rest day, to look after their sore fet. Gem's hoping Sweet might catch up, but their communications aren't working at the moment. [:(]Everyone is helpful to one another, so Gem was confident that Sweet would be in good company. [:)] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now