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It's been long overdue: our first ink review! And this is an ink that everyone should know about. Noodlers is owned and run by one single man: Nathan Tardiff. Nathan takes care of making and packing every bottle of Noodlers ink sold, a gargantuan effort if you consider the huge range and the near-worldwide availability of these inks.
The name is odd, I know, and the inks are odd. Noodlers inks are the most varied of any brand, in both colour and characteristics. Some are permanent, some tamper-proof, and some will stain your pen, clothes, and desk permanently. Bulletproof inks are permanent on paper, but wipe off plastics with ease. They're waterproof, smearproof, and create a bond with the paper that can't be broken once dry. Or so Nathan says! Does this claim hold up? Let's see.
Noodlers Bulletproof Black
Noodlers BP Black is one of a relatively small range of inks with the "bulletproof" designation. This is one of the most popular inks Noodlers sells, so popular that people have even ordered ginormous made-to-order bottles of the stuff. It's essentially the standard for black inks in the fountain pen world, and for good reason. Many people swear by its feather-resistance, permanence, and blacker-than-black appearance. People have even used this ink to fill out newspaper crosswords with no problem, despite the fact that newspaper is some of the lowest quality paper in the world.
First Impressions
The box it comes in is standard Noodlers fare. A big Noodlers logo and hand-drawn pictures of catfish (the Noodlers mascot) and other stuff adorn the relatively plain white cardboard outside. Ink tends to be a no-frills product. You get the ink in the box and that's about it. BP Black is no exception. The bottle is a unique design, and has a relatively tacky looking label stuck on. Nathan designs and prints each label himself. And every label has a different design.
The tacky appearance of the whole package is actually a good thing: it's a way to keep costs down. Each bottle of Noodlers floats around the $10-$20 mark and are more capacious than your regular ink bottle. And the amount of ink you get is tremendous. I have never seen another brand that fills their bottles all the way to the top like Noodlers does. You need to take care when popping open the lid, as it is literally filled to the very top. Every bottle of Noodlers I own has arrived like this, so you really get consistently great value for money with these inks.
So first impressions are an emphasis on function rather than form. And for something that sits on the shelf most of the time, that's really what you want!
In Use
I've been using this in my Platinum President for the past week at Uni.
The bottle is taller than it is wide, which is good because you want to be able to submerge your pen's nib all the way in the ink. This design lets you do that even when the bottle is around a quarter full, and is not too common on other ink brands' bottles which I find a little strange.
Lubrication is great! I notice pens that normally have a little friction glide across the paper with this ink inside. I've also found that this ink work on even very fine nibs where other inks would clog up.
In my Platinum President I find it takes a while to dry in the tip when uncapped, so during lectures I'm able to keep it uncapped during breaks in writing without any worry, which is a huge plus in my mind!
The colour is not quite a deep dark black, but it's definitely more black than most inks out there. Diluting it shows that this is a grey-based black, which I much prefer to the typically purple-based black inks that are very common these days.
- Colour test: I do a very wet swab and a drier swab so you can see what this colour looks like in a wet vs dry pen
- Saturation: Ink saturation is how dark and full the colour is. Inks that are not fully saturated will have some shading qualities (dark and light areas in writing).
- Drying time: I take multiple timed tests to show how long it takes for this ink to dry on bad, medium, and good paper, and with both a wet and a dry flowing pen. the pen is written with a bit after filling to bring it to its "true" flow before testing.
- Waterproofing: After waiting for the ink to dry I drip a few drops of water on the ink and let them settle. I also wipe a wet finger across the dry ink, and a slightly damp "sweaty" finger as well.
- Bleed-through: I show the reverse side of each type of paper to show any bleed- or show-through
- Feathering: Close-ups of writing show how this ink "feathers", or the tendency for the ink to soak laterally across the paper.
Note: Tests done on 80g Rhodia Grid paper (good), copy paper (medium), and Paperways grid paper (bad) with a Lamy Safari Medium.
– Colour test
This test shows that in a dry pen the ink takes on a much greyer appearance than in a super wet pen.
– Saturation
The three swabs (each consecutively applied on top of the previous swab, numbers indicating the start of each swab) show that the ink is fairly saturated. After the second swab the ink is pretty much at its fullest saturation, with the first swab only showing some lightness. This ink will shade fairly well in a drier pen, and a medium flow pen will show some shading as well.
– Drying Time
First I show the drying time of the regular formula ink, on each of the 3 different paper types. Then I diluted the ink exactly 2 parts ink : 1 part clean water and tested again to see if any different in drying time resulted.
This first round of tests shows that BPB has a fairly lengthy drying time of over 20 seconds. Of course, a change of pen to a drier or finer tip will drastically improve this. For example, even on great paper, this ink in my Fine nib Platinum President has dry times less than 10 seconds due to the thin width of the nib and the medium flow.
This next round of diluted tests show no improvement except on the Rhodia paper (good), with drying times being extended on the other two. Again the same applies as before if you use this ink in a different pen. Also present is a subtle change in the saturation of the ink once diluted.
– Waterproofing
This test involves both normal and diluted versions of the ink as well. The drip test has 3 drops of water applied to a grid of dry BPB and left for a while, and the other two show how pressure from a damp and wet finger affects the ink. Note that this test does not show "true" waterproofing, as inks like this only become absolutely waterproof after a few hours or so of drying, and is instead used to show what would happen if you were in the process of writing and got your paper wet.
The tests show that even after a short period of drying, the ink exhibits excellent waterproofing. It also seems that diluting the ink has improved this quality even further, especially in the drip test where you can barely see where I have applied the drops. I'm very impressed!
– Bleed-through/Show-through
Bleeding is when the ink soaks through onto the other side of the paper, even possibly going onto the next page in extreme cases. Show through is when you can see a ghostly outline of the ink from the reverse side of the page. Each of these photos attempts to show both qualities on the reverse side of the writing done in previous tests.
Bad Paper
Good Paper
I didn't bother to test the medium paper, only the two extreme ends of the quality spectrum, because as you can see there is absolutely zero bleed or show through in any of these paper types! This is superbly well behaved and suitable for writing even on the worst paper; I mean, check out this newspaper:
Wow, only a little bit of show through and zero bleed through even on newspaper!
– Feathering
Absolutely zero feathering even on the worst paper. It makes me wonder why inks like Noodlers X-Feather are even necessary!
This is one impressive ink! Nathan has managed to create a perfect balance of colour, bleedthrough and feathering resistance, and waterproofing that absolutely shines in any pen. The only concern is drying time, so I would recommend putting this in a drier pen to cut back on the wetness, but apart from that this is the perfect black ink.
Add on the fact that it's fairly cheap (approx. $10-$20 per bottle not including shipping) and that it can be diluted and still keep these excellent properties and you have a fantastic ink that will suit pretty much any situation!
Colour: 4/5
Shading: 4/5
Dry time: 2/5
Bleed: 5/5
Waterproofing: 4/5
Feathering: 5/5
Versatility: 5/5
Value: 5/5
Overall: 9/10


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You both were the yellow arrows that welcomed …and guided us…
Truly a trip of a lifetime! A feast for the eyes, the body and the soul. A journey of discovery from beginning to end. You both were the yellow arrows that welcomed us and thoughtfully guided us through a place in time and history. Nancy, you have a gift for telling a story or aspect of history that makes I interesting to hear and retain. Jose is so thoughtful, considerate – You both were always there, but never hovering. Thank you!
Judy and Steve, NYC, USA
June 2017, Camino de Santiago
…Nancy & Jose- you are absolute legends..
I have done so much raving on to people about how wonderful On Foot in Spain & particularly Nancy & Jose were, that they should never need to advertise. It was all such a special experience as evidenced by our reaction as we walked into the Santiago Square – still gives me goosebumps….Nancy & Jose – you are absolute legends….
Bron & Michael, Vermont, VIC, Australia
May 2017, Camino de Santiago
You bring out the best in everyone.
Thank YOU for the most fabulous trip ever! What a wonderful trip and a wonderful group. I think you are able to bring out the best in everyone, so I suspect you have the best groups all the time. Thank you so much.
Julie, Bend, Oregon, USA (2nd Time Traveler)
Jan 2018, Tenerife
…calmly moved the group through the eleven days…
The eleven days we spent with you were just superb in every way. Nancy, I constantly admired the way in which you so calmly moved the group through the eleven days…I just loved all the history, anecdotes, information on just so many things& never did I tire of it. Your engaging style & warm, interested personality set the scene & it was this above all else which contributed to the great success of the trip. Your laugh is infectious & your beautiful smile memorable. Through your words & references to Pilgrims I found I was able to spend much time reflecting on my life, its purpose & experienced a feeling of peace & contentment & extreme gratitude….Meanwhile Jose performed his magic…I know & appreciate the great planning & fine tuning all that requires. You are a wonderful team & obviously loving union. Possibly it's just that which makes your Camino so very special…a very big Thank you for providing us with a truly wonderful, memorable Camino.
Lu & MIchael, Melbourne, Australia
Sept 2016, Camino de Santiago
I feel stronger mentally, physically and spiritually.
Thank you for the opportunity to walk in beautiful places, make wonderful new friends, partake in gourmet picnics in unforgettable locations and for all your knowledge and care. This was a truly unique experience for me and I am amazed at what I learnt along the way. I feel stronger mentally, physically and spiritually. Thank YOU for enriching my life.
Lynne, Golden, Colorado, USA
Oct 2016, Compostela
Our walk along this special path was just as uplifting as our first time. Your passion for story telling & your unique connection with the Camino made the trip truly worthwhile. Heartfelt thanks to Jose for preparing those delicious lunches and taking care of us. We all arrive on this walk with our shortcomings, but the road and those we encounter plus our traveling companions offer many gifts which we cherish long after we've moved on. So thank you for this Camino!
B & S, London, Ontario, CANADA (2nd time Travelers)
June 2017, Camino de Santiago
…a fulfilling experience that finds a place in your soul.
Making this incredible journey along the Camino with Nancy & Jose exceeded our expectations. They are such caring people who freely share their hearts & knowledge. The tour is hard to describe – it's a fulfilling experience which finds a place in your soul.
John & Lucille, San Jose, CA, USA
October 2016, Compostela
Preparation and attention to detail, second to none...
Jose & Nancy – your preparation and attention to detail is second to none, your knowledge of the land, food & people is outstanding & you both clearly love and understand the history. This makes us want & yearn to come back again and again. The trip was a 10 out of 5 – we enjoyed everything & would have been happy to keep going as all our experiences were so enjoyable.
We can't thank you and Jose enough for such an amazing week exploring Galicia - we had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed every moment with you both. We were talking in the early hours this morning about our walk with you and going through each day remembering what we did and how seamless the days and evenings flowed and how natural the experiences were- by that I mean we really felt immersed in the Galician way of life- eating, working, drinking, family and history. This rich holistic experience that we feel so blessed to have had is thanks to your (you and Jose) love of your Galicia and this was heightened by allowing us to meet the local producers, winemakers, shellfisherwomen, chefs, bee-keepers allowing them to tell their stories and this made it personal to us and we remember them more so for this very reason.
Janine & Craig, Hornsby, Sydney, Australia (2nd Time Travelers)
Sept 2016, Galicia: Food & Wine Journey
The bar is set very high
Given that this is the first trip of this kind that I have ever taken, I was not sure what to expect. Now I believe that the bar is set very high. It was an experience of a lifetime which I will always treasure. I had looked at other tours when on the waiting list for a later OFIS tour, and am very pleased with waiting for this one …There is no possibility that I would have experienced the Camino as well as I have with this group, Jose and Nancy.
Marc, Apex, North Carolina , USA
Compostela, October 2016
….your kindness, caring and love of the country and of people….
Our time in Spain with you two was life changing. You instilled a desire to travel and get to the heart of the country and the heart of the communities. ….Having said all this, where we started our adventures in Spain, remains one of the best places we have ever been. It was one of the best places because of you and Jose and your kindness, caring and love of the country and of people. We desire to return someday and experience it with you again….You really impacted our lives.
Chris & Dale, Iowa, USA
July 2013, Galicia: From Sea to Mountain (Writing in 2017 reminiscing about their trip in 2013)
I wasn't expecting…the emotional experience….
I wasn't expecting it to be the emotional experience that it turned out to be. I would heartily recommend it to anyone thinking of doing the Camino, it was a truly fantastic experience in so many ways. I want to commend you both on offering such a wonderful experience and I hope to do one of your others tours at some stage in the future.
Jen, Hurlstone Park, NSW, Australia
June 2017, Camino de Santiago
…places we could never find…people we would never meet [on our own]
This trip, while quite different from the Camino trips, was the best. You took us to places we could never find and introduced us to people we would never meet. The hiking was hard, but you believed we could do it and helped us to discover that despite any doubts we may have had, we could….As usual Jose your lunches were great. You seem to have a gift for inventing dishes from simple components that please everyone, even non-lettuce lovers…I know this group was quirky, but you both rose to the occasion and managed the group well. I appreciate your deep knowledge about and love of your country, its history and culture. You are able to impart your knowledge on a broad range of topics. …On this trip, I thought about how much effort and preparation you make to ensure the trip is successful…I could really see that we were always in good hands.
Mark, Vienna, Virginia, USA (3rd Time On Foot in Spain Traveler)
July 2016, Galicia Hiking: From Sea to Mountain
…a priceless experience..
Definitely a 5! [out of 5] what one gets from a trip like this is hard to quantify. The selection of hikes, villages, restaurants is something I could not have put together myself. Nancy and Jose share their love of this region and its people and history so generously. That makes for a priceless experience.
Alison, Sebastopol, California, USA
July 2016, Galicia Hiking: From Sea to Mountain tour
Fuera de lo común..
Estan haciendo un trabajo fuera de lo común. No creo que haya otra compañía que ni siquiera este cerca. Les recomendaré a todo quien me pregunte o planee un viaje a España o Portugal. Espero algún día volver a viajar con ustedes.
Sara, Miami, Florida, USA (2nd Time Traveler)
July 2016, Portuguese Camino
…your ability to look after everyone so easily…
I loved our cultural immersion & the bus readings, music and the towns' history – felt like I was living in the era of all events (maybe lucky I wasn't! )….The group dynamics work because of your ability to look after everyone so easily…We just loved our time with you all and it makes me so sad you are so far away.
MIchael, New Zealand
July 2016, Portuguese Camino
…your knowledge…passion, professionalism & genuineness!
Not only was it your knowledge but it was your passion, professionalism & genuineness that stood out! The picnics were superb!
Pam & Robert, Rockford, Barosa, Australia
July 2016, Portuguese Camino
…thank you….from the bottom of my heart..
I do want to thank you both from the bottom of my heart for your care, attention to detail and generosity of spirit. At times it all felt overwhelming & I still do not have words for that – only to say, thank you.
Sam, Braidswood, NSW, Australia
June 2017, Camino de Santiago
…all done seemingly without effort..
We were continuously impressed by the wealth of knowledge Nancy imparted to us every step of the way! …All was done seemingly without effort, and you both seemed so calm all the time, and patient, but with a great sense of professionalism. Jose, you're the greatest! Loved the variety of local cheeses, breads, sweets, etc but the Salads! The best!... This was one of the best trips we've ever done! Apart from the camino, which was very special and very unique, our guides were of the finest quality! We learned so much and did so much. Thank you for introducing us to a very special region of Spain! We'd love to come back again! We rate the trip with a 5++++++!
Linda & Tom, Portland, Oregon, USA
Sept 2017, Camino de Santiago
…your love for Spain has inspired us..
We came for the walk but learnt so much more. The interpretations at all we saw has opened my eyes. Your love for Spain has inspired us. Much love,
Leonie & John, West Pennant Hills, NSW, Australia
Sept 2016, Camino de Santiago
The Camino revealed unexpected opportunities….
I knew I was coming to hike. I knew I was hiking with a friend facing challenges, but I underestimated how that would affect me; The Camino revealed unexpected opportunities and I am proud of my choices and the way I made the journey. I am grate to have had the company of my fellow pilgrims and you, Nancy and Jose.
Joan, Beaverton, Oregon, USA
September 2016, Camino de Santiago
The Camino is Life Affirming
Nancy L. Frey
25 October 2016
Life affirming. That was how one woman described what the Camino had meant to her. Looking at this photo of our hands held together upon arrival in the Plaza de Obradoiro, I feel that sense of affirmation strongly. Each person comes to the Camino at a different age, stage and place in his or her life and this is clearly shown through how different our hands are. Some are smooth and unblemished. Others appear wise with age and work. Some come adorned and others plain. A week ago most of those hands had little relation to one another. Now, though, by the end of the week those hands created, as one person put it, a quilt of experience together that will endure and give warmth for a long time to come. Many people claim that the Camino changes you. It can but I think that's a very big expectation to have before starting. More often I see the Camino opening eyes and doors to possibilities. Challenging people in a good way physically, emotionally and psychologically. Creating opportunities to question attitudes, beliefs and actions. It can be a doorway to the self, others, nature, something higher and/or deeper. People feel good on the Camino. They also feel exhausted, worn-out, and sometimes struggle to get through each day. Sometimes it's precisely that adversity paired with simplifying one's life, as you do when on the Camino, that makes people feel vibrant and connected with something fundamental about the human experience. The Camino often gives the pilgrim the gift of clarity and insight into what is most important in life. Time and reflection, though, are necessary to bring those gifts home and into one's heart and actions. Our hands together in common purpose are witness to the life affirming reality of the Camino and the continuing possibility of what is yet to come once we return home.
Cultural anthropologist Nancy Frey PhD, and writer, mountaineer Jose Placer!
Both Nancy and Jose have always held both walking and learning close to their hearts.
Their paths crossed while Nancy was conducting her doctoral dissertation research on the Camino de Santiago in the hamlet of Roncesvalles (Navarre) and Jose was just beginning a 450 mile walk across Spain.
Their paths rejoined a month later in Santiago de Compostela and since then have not diverged.
Together they co-authored the chapters on Galicia, Cordillera Cantabrica (Picos de Europa) and the Camino de Santiago for Lonely Planet's Walking in Spain (1999 and 2003) and co-authored Lonely Planet's 1st edition of Walking in Scotland (2001).
Nancy and Jose started On Foot In Spain Walking & Hiking Educational Adventures in 1999. They have three children, Jacob (8), Marina (3)and Sam (born 11/27/06), and live on the Galician coast.
Nancy L. Frey, PhD
Nancy's love of hiking grew from annual summer trips to Yosemite led by a Dad who always knew the name of every tree and who reveled in leading his children to inspirational points. Thus it wasn't too surprising that when she selected her subject material for her doctoral dissertation in cultural anthropology (UC Berkeley) one very attractive element of it was the prospect of traversing the north of Spain on foot.
Since her first walk in 1993, Nancy has walked the Camino de Santiago numerous times and cycled it as well. In her book on the modern day journey, Pilgrim Stories: On and Off the Road to Santiago (UC Press, 1998), Nancy brings to life the contemporary way by discussing pilgrims' motivations, mishaps and discoveries while walking as well as providing insights into why the route is so popular today.
Nancy has also lectured for ElderHostel and Smithsonian Institution on their educational tours in Spain, Portugal and France. She has also taught a course on the Camino de Santiago at the University of Santiago and is currently researching the relationship between landscape and experience.
In her free time she enjoys reading, swimming, SCUBA diving, kayaking, tending her flower garden and cooking savory pies and tarts.
Jose Daniel Placer
A native of Santiago de Compostela, Jose received his law degree from the University of Santiago and then made a 180 degree turn away from lawyering and back to his real passion: children and the outdoors.
He has taught outdoor education and coaches soccer, basketball and volleyball.
With Europe as his backyard, Jose has hiked extensively both within and beyond Spain since he was a teenager.
Despite having enjoyed the Italian Dolomites, and hiking in the Alps while studying law at the University of Passau in Germany, his favorite stomping ground continues to be Spain's Picos de Europa.
Jose especially enjoys writing short stories, carpentry, restoring furniture, working his garden, kayaking and mountain biking.
Each time we set out on a trail we go with the idea that to walk is to learn. Slowing down to the rhythm of your feet inevitably brings more to your immediate attention and consequently allows for greater speculation and wonder.
On our journeys into northern Spain's exceptionally beautiful back roads we want to give you the opportunity to challenge yourself physically (without overdoing) and at the same time pique your curiosity by pointing out the not so obvious as well as providing insights into the wonders of the everyday.
Art, architecture, anthropology, folklore, history, Spanish fiestas, cuisine - we interlace them all into each day of your tour. Our carefully designed walks, combining charming accommodations in rural inns, monasteries, and hotels with the finest in local cuisine, will immerse you in the riches of northern Spain's culture life and landscapes.
Jose and I have long wanted to share the wealth and quality of Galicia's prime resources with our clients. Galicia is well-known within Spain for its food culture (see Nancy's article about Galicia for Roads & Kingdoms) as well as its rich cultural heritage and inspiring interior and stunning coastal landscapes.. We have designed a tour to bring you into close contact with the production and enjoyment of its foods and wines focusing on what they do the best: take fresh local products and transform them into straightforward and simple delicacies. Each day we will take walks in the countryside to enhance the food experience and allow you to enjoy Galicia's breathtaking scenery. This unique tour brings you into close contact with Galician food culture, especially along part of its rich 1200km coastline famed for its stunningly beautiful tidal estuaries known locally as rías.
The tour starts in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia's political and spiritual capital, where we will explore the famed public market and have a cooking class with a local chef and ends in Galicia's vibrant port city of Vigo about and 1hr and 15 min south of Santiago.
From Santiago we head west to the coast to spend two nights in the small rural yet maritime Sierra de Barbanza area. We will visit a cannery to hear about one of Galicia's main seafood industries: the production of first-class canned seafood including mussels, clams, cockles, octopus, tuna, mackerel, squid, hake roe and scallops. We will also take a small boat out into the fertile estuary to visit the aquaculture platforms that produce Galicia's famed mussels.
We then move south along the coast to spend three nights in the small town of Cambados which hosts the annual Albariño Wine Festival in August. Our accommodation is a restored manor house that also produces its own albariño wine. Over those three days we will dine in two of Galicia's 13 Michelin-starred restaurants – Yayo DaPorta and Culler de Pau. In Cambados we will join the local mariscadoras (shellfisherwomen) to learn about their trade of clamming firsthand as well as have a cooking class for one of our evening meals. We will also have a wine tasting at a local winery to learn about albariño production.
Our last day, we visit an apiary to learn about Galicia's bees and honey production. We then head to Vigo, (pop. 280,000) and say farewell as we enjoy a show-cooking experience in another Michelin-starred restaurant Maruja Limón.
Tour duration: 7 days & 7 nights
Walking Level: Easy. We will be walking between 1.8 and 5.5 miles / 3km and 9km on a daily basis on well-marked trails. Walking surfaces vary considerably from asphalt to sandy beach, to forest track and stone and dirt country lanes to pebbled tractor track. Some of the trails have loose cobblestones on the tracks that can be difficult to navigate and require concentration while walking. The countryside is mostly rural, coastal and forested. Expect rolling hills with some brief ascents/descents of five to ten minutes in length. Walking poles are recommended for the uneven sections.
Walking Days: 7 total
Distance: 37km/23mi
Group Size: The tour will be limited to a total of 10 people to ensure a very personal, hands-on experience.
Dietary Restrictions/Limitations/Allergies: The Galician diet places a heavy emphasis on meat and fish. While vegetables are, of course, incorporated into the menus, all of the Michelin meals and cooking classes utilize both fish and meat into the dishes we will be preparing. Please let us know of any food intolerances/limitations/allergies when booking and we will advise you accordingly.
Departure Dates 2018
3-9 Sept 2018
Price: €2625
Tour Price: 2625E per person in double accommodation
Single Supplement: The single supplement fee is €215 for this tour.
What is and isn't included: Two cooking classes where will prepare three-course meals (starter, main and dessert and wine): Santiago de Compostela, Cambados (Days 1, 5). Two mid-day meals in Michelin-starred restaurants (Days 4 and 6) with gastronomic tasting menu and wine sampler. One evening show cooking gastronomic menu at another Michelin-starred restaurant (Day 7). Wine tours and tastings in three venues (Days 1, 4 and 5).Visits: Market, cannery, grocery store, boat excursion into the estuary, fisherwomen's on site clamming activities and apiary. Meals included: Breakfasts from Days 2-8, Picnic lunches – Days 2, 3, and 5 (with lunch on your own in Pontevedra on Day 7), Michelin lunches – Days 4 and 6 , Dinners- Days 1, 2, 5 and 7 (nights 3, 4 and 6 are not included and you can explore on your own). Jose and Nancy will accompany the group at all times. All transport is included from start to finish as outlined in the itinerary, as well as all entrance fees to museums and activities.
Tour does not include: Airfare to Spain is not included nor is insurance or transportation to and from the starting point (Santiago de Compostela) and ending point (Vigo, Spain). Personal amenities such as drinks and snacks at end of walks or in free time are not included.
Weather: In September plan on mostly sunny weather with some cloudy skies and a chance of rain showers sometime during the week. Morning coastal fog is possible. Summer temperatures oscillate between 13-28ºC / 55-80º
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 –Santiago de Compostela
Meet in Santiago at 2pm for our orientation. Walk through Santiago de Compostela's historical quarter focusing on the food culture and its importance in Spanish and Galicia daily life. En route we'll stop at a wine bar to have a tasting of three Galician wines with a local wine specialist. Afterwards we'll walk to the cooking school and prepare our dinner with a well-known local chef. (Walking distance: 2.5km/1.5mi)
Day 2 – Sierra de Barbanza Area
Morning visit to the Santiago de Compostela public market to see the vendors selling everything from fresh fish, meat, vegetables, cheese, cold cuts, flowers and nuts. Transfer to Pobra do Caramiñal to visit the Luís Escurís Batalla cannery where we'll see how one of the area's top producers create their very high quality, artisanal seafood products. Afterwards we'll have a sampling of these delicious products. Transfer to our coastal walk. We'll have our picnic en route and then finish our walk. Shuttle to the hotel and free time. We'll have dinner in town enjoying local specialties. (Walking distance: 7km/4.3mi)
Day 3 – Sierra de Barbanza Area
After enjoying spectacular views from the area's highest hill, A Curota, we will head to Pobra to visit a grocery store and learn what it's like to shop like a Spaniard/Gallego. After a short hike we'll have our picnic and then take a boat out to visit the aquaculture mussel platforms. Galicia produces 98% of Spain's mussels and Spain is the world's 3rd producer. Return to the hotel and free time. Dinner in town to explore on your own tonight (return on own by taxi). (Walking distance: 6.5km/4mi)
Day 4 - Cambados
Shuttle south to Cambados, Albariño capital of the Rías Baixas D.O., and walk a beautiful section along the coast. Perhaps we'll see the kelp that may form part of one of our Michelin meals. Lunch at the Michelin starred restaurant Culler de Pau. Chef Javier Olleros pours his love of the ocean and his dedication to acquiring fresh, locally produced foods into these memorable dishes. Check-in to the hotel and visit the hotel's wine cellar and vineyard that produces albariño (white) and espadeiro (red) wines. You can wander down to Cambados on your own tonight. (Walking distance: 3.5km/2.1mi)
Day 5 –Cambados
We hike along the 'watermill route' to the Armenteira monastery. In Galicia the watercourses were lined with watermills to grind corn, wheat, rye, barley and other grains for breads. Picnic along the river. Return to the hotel. Shuttle to a Rías Baixas winery to learn about local winemaking practices and to taste three different wines they produce. We then drive to the delightful Quinta de San Amaro to have a cooking class and dinner with a local chef. (Walking distance: 9km/5.6mi)
Day 6 –Cambados
Free morning. When the tide is right, we will visit the shellfisherwomen of Cambados who created a cultural association to transmit their knowledge of the sea and their profession to the public. These women are working professionals who clam. We will visit them while they are working and learn about clamming in Galicia. Afterwards we will have a leisurely lunch at Chef Yayo Daporta's Michelin-starred restaurant of the same name. His creativity and innovation with traditional materials is inspiring and delicious. You will have the evening on your own tonight in Cambados. We have a Galician surprise for you tonight waiting when you get back!(Walking distance: 3km/1.7mi)
Day 7 – Vigo
Shuttle to the apiary Apípolis where we will learn about Galician bee keeping and honey production. You'll have the opportunity to don a beekeeper's outfit and enter in the apiary to see the bees working up close on the panels. After sampling honey products, we'll talk a beautiful walk down the Río Lérez into the medieval town of Pontevedra. Enjoy lunch on your own in the popular eating district. Shuttle to Vigo where we stay in a beautifully restored building in the historical quarter. We'll end our Galician food journey with a show-cooking experience at the Michelin-starred Maruja Limón restaurant in Vigo. (Walking distance: 5.5km/3.4mi)
…the helping hands when the going got tough…
Such a special time! … The sights, the sounds; the misty morning light and starry sky at night at Axpe; the picnics, and idyllic settings; the going up and the going down of the trails; the enchanting forests and the panoramic rural and coastal views; the history, the myths, the saints, the culture and even the jokes!; the storytelling, the card games and the camaraderie of the group; and the helping hands when the going got tough. And so much more!
Lesley, Melbourne, Australia (4th time On Foot in Spain traveler!)
Sept 2014, Basque Country
this Pilgrim's journey was deeper, fuller and richer from the gift of On Foot in Spain
I will write something down the road on Facebook or the website for On Foot in Spain because I want others to know the gift of this journey from Nancy's & Jose's incredible knowledge shared about the special places on the Camino and the hikes designed to bring the Camino alive for each of us. Who could forget the wonderful picnic lunches each day unique to each region we traveled through (how I missed the picnic the day after I left you). All in all this Pilgrim's journey was deeper, fuller and richer from the gift of On Foot in Spain and the love and commitment of Nancy and Jose to the El Camino de Santiago and to each of us on our pilgrimages shared.
Pat, Shingle Springs, California, USA
Sept 2014, Camino de Santiago
the group's collective experience was enriched by the expert facilitation…
Nancy and Jose possess this wonderful talent of bringing people together in their trademark and subtle and gentle way. Meeting and getting to know this fantastic group of people was one of the many highlights of the walk. I am convinced that the group's collective experience was enriched by the expert facilitation of Nancy, Jose and Sam. Thank you for making this such a fantastic experience …and for your skill and thoughtfulness.
Lisa, Sparta, Michigan, USA
Sept 2014, Basque Country
the warmth and friendship of your wonderful family
We not only survived your well planned walk through the beautiful Basque country but also really enjoyed every minute of it.
What did we enjoy the most? The trails were wonderful, the accommodation in the comfort bracket and sometimes really interesting, the universally proclaimed lunches, (carted and prepared by Jose,) the history and culture of this amazing Basque country and its friendly people and its special food and wine (especially Pinchos) the unforgettable lunch at Etxebarri and even your jokes all bring back great memories. However it was the warmth and friendship of your wonderful family and the amazing camaraderie of an eclectic walking group that stood out.
Suffice to say we had a wonderful time!
Barry & Maureen, Melbourne, Australia
Sept 2014, Basque Country
It was magical.
What a beautiful note, Nancy. It sums up well the tremendous experience of sharing the Camino with this very special group of people.
We all have much to look back on. You provided us with a marvellous, varied, and rich experience. Even without the small miracle of a highly compatible group of merry folk, it would have been a wonderful trip. WITH them -- and you and Jose -- it was magical.
Dale, Toronto, Canada
May 2014, Camino de Santiago Tour
Your love for this magical walk shows in everything you do...
I can't thank you both enough for the wonderful time you gave me in showing me your Camino. Your love for this magical walk certainly shows in everything you do, and it is something that I will always remember and draw strength from.
Maureen, Sydney, Australia
June 2014, Camino de Santiago
Taken to the next level!
There's a saying in San Diego: "You can't have a bad day at the beach!" I would suggest that you can't have a bad Camino. I believe that anyone who travels the Camino will be positively changed either physically, mentally and/or spiritually.
However, if you are able to travel the Camino with Nancy and Jose that experience will be taken to the next level. You will come away with a much deeper understanding of what the Camino is truly all about. Nancy and Jose LIVE the Camino. It is their life's passion to instill in each of us their love of the unique history, the beauty of the natural surroundings, the fabulous foods, the vintage wines, the authentic culture and the genuine people who make up the Camino.
I have been taken to the next level, and would highly recommend this journey to you.
Joan, San Diego, CA , USA
Compostela, April 2014
You brought the best out in everybody and allowed us to be ourselves.
The tour had many dimensions for me – not in any order. Weather was fabulous, loved all the local wines and food. The variation of accomodationn. It was phyiscal, it had spirituality and history, we had a great group, it was fun ,relaxed and organised without being too structured_- congratulations to you both, you brought the best out in everybody and allowed us to be ourselves.
Jillian, Queensland, Australia
May 2014, Camino de Santiago
….warmth, kindness and generosity of spirit….
On a personal note, thank you for guiding us through this remarkable journey. It was a privilege for us to have you accompany us and share in your warmth, kindness and generosity of spirit along the Camino.
S & B, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
June 2014, Camino de Santiago
There are not enough thanks in the world!!!
Even after being home for only two weeks I am still processing the entire experience. It was more spiritual than I had expected, and I can see some potential long-term effects in how I view "Life" and my place in it. How wonderful that you are conduits for providing such experiences! Northern Spain was even more breathtaking than I had expected; the scenery, food, and most of all people! We had an exceptional group (your best, remember?) led by two dynamic and passionate human beings. There are not enough thanks in the world!!!
Colleen, Newburyport, Massachusetts, USA
Sept 2014, Camino de Santiago Tour
Set the bar very high….
Nancy, we are reminiscing of our happy holiday with you ALL the time. You have set the bar very high for any future tour guides. It was the best.
Mary-Anne and David, South Australia, Australia
May 2014, Camino de Santiago Tour
All of our small-group (between 7 and 15 people) walks are personally led by the two of us. Traveling with us will be like traveling with a group of friends rather than with strangers. We have designed the walks (some are unique - created by us - and you won't find them on any other tour) taking into account several factors: beauty, variety of scenery, quality of trails, avoidance of main roads, and proximity to points of historical and cultural interest. We use a support vehicle to carry the heavy luggage, a library, extra water and fruit, and the gourmet lunch, so all you carry is a small day-pack. Detailed maps of the day's journey are provided before setting off. Walks of different lengths are offered most days depending on what you desire. The support vehicle is avaliable to ride with if you're feeling too tired to continue.
We rate our walks according to altitude gain and loss, walking surface and total mileage. There are three levels - Easy, Medium and Difficult. Easy: walks from 4-8 miles on mostly level terrain and gentle hills along a well-maintained trails. Medium: 6-12 miles on rolling hills and mixed trails with an occasional steep ascent or descent. Difficult: 8-15 milers with long ascents or descents on steep, rocky surfaces.
At the beginning of each itinerary you'll find our ranking. It's crucial that you select a walk that is within your physical limits for your own and for your fellow travelers' benefit. Please contact us with any questions you might have about a walk's suitability for you.
All On Foot in Spain tours cover ground transportation from the starting point to the finishing point. To reach the designated starting point we will provide more detailed information to facilitate your journey in the pre-departure packet we will send once your reservation is made and deposit received.
An equipment list is included in the pre-departure information sent 3 months before departure. Your most important equipment will be what you wear on your feet.
All your entry fees for museums, monuments, guided tours are paid for by On Foot in Spain.
If you'd like to do one of our existing tours on a date not offered or would like to arrange a private, customized walking tour we are happy to try and accommodate your plans. Email us with the dates of desired travel, a budget of what you'd like to spend, how much you would like to walk each day (distance) and where you would like to go. We will then design your tour and give you a price.
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To reserve a space complete the registration form on the website by going to the Booking page. After you fill it out, the booking form will be sent to us and we will respond within 3 business days to confirm your space on the tour. Please wait until you hear from us before sending payment.
To reserve a space we ask for a deposit of €500. The tour prices are in Euros. Payments are to be made in Euros by our non-US resident clients. US residents can pay in Euros or in US$. If a US resident pays in US$, the amount of the $500/person deposit will be calculated into Euros based on the day when the deposit is sent. The final price in US$ is calculated 60 days prior to the tour's commencement based on that day's Euro/$ equivalent. If you would prefer to make final payment prior to 60 days prior to the tour's commencement in US$, the final price will be based on the current day's Euro/$ exchange.
For payments in Euros we accept credit card payments via PayPal and electronic bank transfers. To pay by credit card, please go to the Booking page of our website and scroll down to the bottom where you will find a Secure PayPal Payments box. Please contact us for transfer details. For US$ payments, we accept personal checks, bank checks and money orders made out to On Foot In Spain, electronic bank transfers and credit cards via PayPal.
If you would like to pay via bank transfer in Euros (from any currency), please let us know and we will send the appropriate instructions. We recommend using a foreign currency transfer service, such as ClearFx, rather than a bank which is usually more costly and has hidden fees.
The balance of the trip cost is due 60 days prior to the trip. If final payment is not received by the due date, On Foot in Spain reserves the right to treat the reservation as canceled. Full payment is due if you book within 60 days prior to your trip's departure. Please contact us for further information.
We offer a US$50/€50 discount on tours booked more than five months in advance as well as on the second of two trips taken with us in any one season. Additionally, we offer a group discount to groups of five or more travelers. We are sorry that we can´t combine discounts.
If you have a group of four (4) or more and are interested in our Galicia, Basque Country or Picos de Europa (for the Camino de Santiago you need six (6) or more) and the dates we have listed are not convenient, then contact us and we can try and schedule one of these tours adapted to your dates.
Your booking will be confirmed by email. Once we receive your deposit, we will send a letter giving an account balance and reminding you of the due date. We will send a separate pre-departure packet 3 months before departure including complete details on what to bring, how to prepare for your trip, travel directions, suggested reading material, and general information on how to make your trip more memorable and enjoyable.
If you cancel your trip, you must notify us in writing or by fax. We calculate your refund on the day we receive written cancellation. We will refund you the cost of the trip less the following per person charges:
• US$100/€100 person more than 90 days
• US$500/€500 person between 60-89 days
• 50% of the tour price between 30-59 days
• 100% of the tour price 29 days or less
If you transfer from one trip to another up to 60 days before departure (of the trip you are transferring from), the Transfer Fee is US$50/€50. If you transfer within 59 days, our regular Cancellation Policy fees will apply as outlined above. Transfers are not possible from one season to the next.
On Foot in Spain reserves the right to cancel any tour prior to departure for any reason, including insufficient number of participants (tour minimum 7 participants). If the tour is canceled, participants will receive a full refund of money paid to On Foot in Spain.
On Foot in Spain is not responsible for and does not recommend the purchase of non-refundable, advance purchase airline tickets. We strongly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance.
No partial refunds will be given for unused hotel rooms, meals, entrance fees for any reason whatsoever. Credits are not given for services not used.
Proof of medical insurance, valid for Europe, is required for participation in all On Foot in Spain tours. Emergency transport, medical or hospitalization costs resulting from illness or accident during the trip are the responsibility of the person receiving such care. In the unlikely event of a personal or family medical emergency, before, during or after the trip, we strongly urge you to obtain travel insurance, including coverage for trip cancellation. loss and theft of baggage, and emergency evacuation. Your travel agent can assist you.
On Foot in Spain reserves the right to alter the itinerary of any trip if, in our opinion, such an action becomes necessary (for example, in the case of inclement weather).
A minimum of 4 (four) on the Camino tour and three (3) on any other tour need to want to do the optional walks or activities in order for us to run them.
As a trip member you have a responsibility to On Foot in Spain and to other tour members that include: 1) Selecting a tour appropriate to your interests and abilities and being in sufficient good health to take the trip; 2) Preparing for your tour by reading ALL the material sent to you by On Foot in Spain and by bringing appropriate clothing and equipment. 3) Respecting the laws and customs of the areas visited.
At the leader´s discretion, a member may be asked to leave the trip if the leader feels the person´s further participation may be detrimental to other trip members or to the individual.
The participant understands that he/she is booking onto an adventure tour and that there are inherent risks involved in such travel and include, but are not limited to, vehicular traffic, weather conditions, illnesses or accidents caused by stress, fatigue or consumption of food and alcoholic beverages, secondary transportation by bus, car, van taxi, boat or other conveyance.
On Foot in Spain assumes no responsibility for any claims, damages, expenses or other financial loss to person or property arising out of these inherent risks. Reasonable changes in the itinerary may be made where deemed advisable for the comfort and well-being of the passengers. The right is reserved to substitute hotels, alter the itinerary, and reverse the order of the places to be visited. On the advancement of deposit to On Foot in Spain, the depoistor therefore agrees to be bound by the above recited terms and conditions. All participants will be required to sign a risk release statement and participant's acknowledgment form prior to joining a trip's departure.
The risk release statement (liability waiver) will be sent upon receipt of the deposit. It must be signed and returned to our office. If the signed liability waiver is not received by On Foot in Spain by the due date, On Foot in Spain reserves the right to treat the reservation as canceled.
The participant's acknowledgement form will be sent upon receipt of the deposit. It must be signed and returned to our office. If the signed participant's acknowledgement form is not received by On Foot in Spain by the due date, On Foot in Spain reserves the right to treat the reservation as canceled.
Final payment must be received 60 days prior to the tour's commencement. If final payment is not received by On Foot in Spain by the due date, On Foot in Spain reserves the right to treat the reservation as canceled.
Since luggage space is limited on the van or mini-bus, we request that you bring one suitcase per person.
Walkers are required to wear a lightweight hiking boot with ankle support or a suitably durable walker. A daypack or will be needed to carry snacks, a water bottle, and other personal items you wish to have for the day (binoculars, camera, etc). A recommended equipment list is sent with the pre-departure materials three months before the commencement of the tour.
Jose and Nancy have three children -Jacob (2/2/99), Mariña (12/5/03) and Sam (11/27/06). It has become part of the On Foot experience that one of the kids sometimes accompanies us on the tours- usually the youngest. They are all seasoned travelers and will not interfere with the running of the tour.
All of our small-group (between 6 and 14 people) walks are personally led by the two of us. Traveling with us will be like traveling with a group of friends rather than with strangers. We have designed the walks (some are unique - created by us - and you won't find them on any other tour) taking into account several factors: beauty, variety of scenery, quality of trails, avoidance of main roads, and proximity to points of historical and cultural interest. We use a support vehicle to carry the heavy luggage, a library, extra water and fruit, and the gourmet lunch, so all you carry is a small day-pack.
Detailed maps of the day's journey are provided before setting off. Walks of different lengths are offered most days depending on what you desire. The support vehicle is avaliable to ride with if you're feeling too tired to continue.
We rate our walks according to altitude gain and loss, walking surface and total mileage. There are three levels - Easy, Medium and Difficult. Easy: walks from 4-8 miles on mostly level terrain and gentle hills along a well-maintained trails. Medium: 6-12 miles on rolling hills and mixed trails with an occasional steep ascent or descent. Difficult: 8-15 milers with long ascents or descents on steep, rocky surfaces.
At the beginning of each itinerary you'll find our ranking. It's crucial that you select a walk that is within your physical limits for your own and for your fellow travelers' benefit. Please contact us with any questions you might have about a walk's suitability for you.
All On Foot in Spain tours cover ground transportation from the starting point to the finishing point. To reach the designated starting point we will provide more detailed information to facilitate your journey in the pre-departure packet we will send once your reservation is made and deposit received.
An equipment list is included in the pre-departure information sent 3 months before departure. Your most important equipment will be what you wear on your feet.
All your entry fees for museums, monuments, guided tours are paid for by On Foot in Spain.
If you'd like to do one of our existing tours on a date not offered or would like to arrange a private, customized walking tour we are happy to try and accommodate your plans. Email us with the dates of desired travel, a budget of what you'd like to spend, how much you would like to walk each day (distance) and where you would like to go. We will then design your tour and give you a price.
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Pope Benedict XVI has accepted the resignation of Bishop Willie Walsh of Killaloe, Ireland. Bishop Walsh had already reached retirement age, having celebrated his 75th birthday in January, and he was not among the Irish bishops whose handling of sex-abuse complaints had drawn criticism in the Murphy Commission report. Still his retirement continues a rapid change in the composition of the Irish hierarchy.
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Main :: POD 2.0, PODxt Family, Pocket POD, FloorPODs
by bwhokirk on 2009-03-24 18:58:07.8110
Well I finally figured out my first problem, that was caused by having the device plugged into a hub.
So on to my second problem, again everything has been updated and computer meets specifications.
Now, everything is showing that the connections are good, and the pod shows up when I start Line 6 Edit, but when the Tone Locker tries to connect I am getting a midi timeout. At the same time the process bar is showing it trying to connect the display on the pod fade in and out not completely out just dim a little.
I also received the following message;
MIDI Timeout while requesting manual mode patch
cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager$DeviceNotConnectedException: null
App info: Line 6 Edit 3.01 release - build 99 - Fri Oct 27 14:49:03 PDT 2006
Date: 3/24/09 7:15 PM
In thread: L6Thread - 'L6MIDIJava dispatch thread' - started at cmn.l6java.midi.L6MIDIJava.L6MIDIJava.Start - line 206
OS: Mac OS X (10.5.6 i386)
Java VM Version: 1.5.0_16
Stack trace:
at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.AcquireDevice(L6PatchManager.java:658)
at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.RequestDeviceEditBuffer_Sync(L6PatchManager.java:717)
at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.RequestEditBuffer(L6PatchManager.java:391)
at line6editbase.editor.L6Editor.SetCurrentPatch(L6Editor.java:673)
at line6editbase.editor.L6Editor.SetCurrentPatch(L6Editor.java:601)
at line6editbase.editor.L6Editor.OnMIDIPatchChange(L6Editor.java:932)
at cmn.l6java.patch.L6PatchManager.NotifyListenersOfPatchChange(L6PatchManager.java:886)
at modules.sharctone.device.L6SharcTonePatchManager.OnPC(L6SharcTonePatchManager.java:133)
at cmn.l6java.midi.L6MIDIManager.OnPC(L6MIDIManager.java:626)
at cmn.l6java.midi.L6MIDIManager.HandleTrackedPC(L6MIDIManager.java:307)
at cmn.l6java.midi.L6MIDIManager.OnMIDIEvent(L6MIDIManager.java:173)
at cmn.l6java.midi.L6MIDIJava.L6MIDIJava.DispatchMIDIData(L6MIDIJava.java:550)
at cmn.l6java.midi.L6MIDIJava.L6MIDIJava.Run(L6MIDIJava.java:612)
at cmn.l6java.core.L6Thread.run(L6Thread.java:158)
by willdaley on 2009-03-29 09:18:50.1940
Having the same problem. What is the solution?
by bwhokirk on 2009-03-29 11:47:08.5010
In a way, glad I am not the only one... I haven't found a solution yet... I am still trying to get a hold of technical support.
Even after exchanging the pod, I am still having the same results.
Will keep you posted, I will try to call again on Monday, or maybe they might return my phone call
by willdaley on 2009-03-29 11:55:34.9080
That's not good. I haven't asked to exchange the pod -- I think the USB connection is working, it seems to recognize the device, so it's some failure with the software. I'm using Vista, you're on Mac, and it's the same basic issue, so it seems odd that it would fail in the same way in two different operating systems. Would appreciate any info you're able to gather.
Here's a link to a separate thread I've started.http://line6.com/community/message/10911#10911
by bwhokirk on 2009-03-29 18:26:14.4430
I have also tried it on 2 other machines, another mac running 10.4 and a PC running XP and yet the same message.
by bwhokirk on 2009-03-30 11:01:40.7710
Finally talked to a tech today, and after explaining my problem he tried setting up the same setup on his end to walk me through it.
After a few minutes of waiting for him to get set up, he came back online to inform me that he was experiencing the problems that I was having.
I couldn't believe that I was the first person that had noticed this, they were not aware of any type of problems.
They are looking into a work around and will be getting back to me.
Will keep you posted
by willdaley on 2009-03-30 11:10:19.5440
Hey, thanks a lot for letting me know. How very strange. I've found a few others on different forums with similar sounding problems, but not seen an answer on any thread. I wonder... I modified and saved one of the factory pre-sets before trying to go online to connect. I'm wondering if there's a bug where the pod must be unaltered before connecting for the first time. It's just got to be the software, but it's so strange that it's happening under such different circumstances.
by toneman2121 on 2009-03-30 11:16:44.9300
u da man! seriously your patience and persistence has come through
by bwhokirk on 2009-03-31 11:15:33.4870
Don't think that is the issue on changing the settings first, it happened to me on a brand new pod. I had my other exchanged because thought it might have been the pod, same thing right out of the box without changing a thing
by Disraeli on 2009-03-31 18:53:20.2630
I to am having this problem ...after running monkey and updating the driver and something else, then all of a sudden line 6 edit gives the midi timeout error message when trying to connect to the bass podxt. I have the regular guitar podxt as well and am able to connect just fine with that. I have tried going back the the previous version of the driver and line 6 edit as well as reflashing the firmware... still no workie! I hope they get this figured out soon cause this is really bugging me. They should also not allow Monkey to update this stuff untill they get it fixed!!!!!!!!!! My 2 cents
by willdaley on 2009-04-04 11:34:33.2390
Not sure if you've resolved this yet, but I've written the Vice President of Customer Service to see if she can't help us find some solution to the issue. I've sent her links to this and my original thread, so hopefully we'll hear back soon. Here's the email I sent:
I purchased the Bass Pod XT Live about a week ago. I think it's a great product, but I have been unable to access the online functionality due to a "MIDI timeout" error when trying to connect to the tone locker. When I posted my issue on your support forum I found that there are others having the problem, with unfortunately no resolution to it despite efforts to contact customer support. I, and I'm certain the others on the threads below, would greatly appreciate a solution to the problem.
by Disraeli on 2009-04-05 12:41:11.6870
FIXED...... Reflashed the USB Firmware, then the flash memory and bada boom line 6 edit works... They must of fixed something on their end!!!!
by willdaley on 2009-04-05 19:35:28.4290
Not here. I've re-flashed, re-installed, re-booted... No dice.
by bwhokirk on 2009-04-06 06:44:33.6370
I already tried that as well with the tech, and nothing changed. I still have not heard back as to a solution. My last contact with them was last Monday when I was told that they would look into it and call me back in a couple days, still waiting. I was going to give them a call back today, will keep you posted
by mariomeijers on 2009-04-07 00:04:43.6280
Hi there,
Having the same problems (bought the bassxt 1 week ago). You mention that you've reflashed ... How does that work and where do you get the software you need
gr mario
by mariomeijers on 2009-04-07 00:07:41.5170
Hello there,
I bought my BassPod xt a week ago and have the same problems on my pc (windows xp). When I use monkey and do the check evrything is OK but starting up edtit my pod is recognized but after completely starting up I get the message MIDI TIME_OUT.
I'm looking for help...
gr mario
by subspecies on 2009-04-18 19:49:10.6120
so is there anyway to fix this problem yet . . mine just started the midi time out error a couple days ago .. and i have been going crazy sense . . please help .. ..
by bwhokirk on 2009-04-20 07:11:27.5910
So far, this hasn't been resolved.
I have had this Pod for 2 months and haven't been able to use it. I have come to the point where I had to send my Pod into Line 6 so they can look at it.
I was told by the tech that they are not aware of any issues, but after reading some of the discussions and hits on my post, I couldn't believe that they knew nothing of this problem. I was told I was the first to call.
Then after saying I couldn't believe I was the first to call, i was told it wasn't a big enough issue to be a priority.
So here I sit and wait for a product I purchased 2 months ago and haven't been able to use.
by mariomeijers on 2009-04-20 09:41:40.4720
I was glad I could change my pod 3 times at the local store but all these 3 had the same problems on 4 different pc I could try it on. At least I was happy that I could change my pod for a boss me50B at my local store.
wishing you all the luck
gr mario
by rockastle on 2009-06-03 07:44:12.8400
Same thing here. I'm trying to sync a Bass POD XT with Edit and I get the MIDI time out error. It's not the cable, the USB port or anything else on my computer (I also tryed a different one) as I can sync my XT Live and X3 Live perfectly. I've reset the Bass POD to factory settings, changed driver versions, updated everything I could and later went back to the previous version and still get the same. By reading previous posts I can tell it's a problem with the POD, or Edit not being able to read it. Would be nice to have a word from Line6 tech support.
by bwhokirk on 2009-06-21 06:05:15.9480
Sorry to say you will never get an answer. I still have noet resolved my problem. Althought the POD works greaqt for tones, I can not hook it up to a computer. They tell me there is something witht he settings of my computer yet I have tried it on 4 different ones and same results. Would be nice to find someone around that I clould actually take it too and be there while it is hooked up so I could see for myself that they say it works.
by wpugh949 on 2009-06-30 23:41:02.0100
I just posted in another thread on this already but this is the thread I belong to because whalllaaa I am having the same issue.
For the tech to say your settings are wrong that's that is a real shame. They should post a "how to" change your settings to get it to work or in the very least admit they don't know what the issue is and say they are working on a solution with an eta.
I am running Vista...I have all the latest downloads and I am having the exact same connection issue.
by lordoflow on 2009-07-14 21:56:09.2340
Same here, I've reflash installed and reinstalled everything and still the same midi time-out. I would love to edit on the pc. My guitar podxt runs "edit" perfectly. I'm thinking some thing in the bass podxt driver or flash memory. When was the last time they even up dated the flash. Bassist get no respect....
BTW I love my pods. Had them for 4 years with no problems but this.
by willdaley on 2009-07-15 04:58:34.7380
I had this problem with my Bass Pod (I had posted earlier in this thread). I went back to the store and exchanged. The new one worked perfectly. But it seemed really strange since my computer was definitely recognizing the Pod through USB - it just wasn't connecting to the editor. In any event, problem solved, so I went on with my life. Then, a month ago, I got a Korg M50-88 workstation. Lo and behold, when I went to connect to that machines editor through USB it was the same basic problem. My machine clearly knew the M50 was connected, but it would not recognize it in the editor.
So, I called Korg customer service and in two calls I got their software support on the line who explained that there is a 10 MIDI device limit in Windows Registry. So, he took me into the registry, had me clear out a couple unused MIDI entries and - presto- my M50 now connects fine.
Here's the thread that I started on the Korg forum with an answer down the line:
This doesn't explain why my Bass Pod worked after I exchanged it, since I really don't think it was a hardware problem at all.
It also doesn't explain why I couldn't get an answer from Line 6. I wrote emails to Line 6 customer service with no response. Others on this thread called them to no avail. Line 6 has great stuff, but no one likes a primadona.
Anyway, I hope this answer solves the problem for those of you still experiencing it.
by lordoflow on 2009-07-18 07:41:36.0510
I finally got edit to work. I uninstalled all line 6 programs and drivers, then went through the whole pc to clean up any remaining fragments left in program files and user files. Then a local search to find anything else. Then reinstalled monkey, drivers, then edit. I still can't see flash updates on monkey but edit is working fine. Also, make sure you have the correct version of Java running, ver. 5 update 11. I got rid of all other versions and turned off java updates.
Hope this helps, JD
by bassistedan on 2009-08-02 00:06:37.6850
Same thing happen to me, I bought my POD brand new, & I also try using a different OS (Mac Tiger & Windows XP) with the line 6 editor but still get the same bloody msg...ergh!!!!!!
by bwhokirk on 2009-08-13 07:51:52.3950
I have still yet to get my pod to connect to edit, yes the mac does recognize the pod but it will not allow me to connect with edit so so much for being able to add additional sounds.
Even after the tech telling me that it must be a conflict with my computer, I went to the extent of reformating my hard drive, wiping out everything and reinstalling the OS. STILL NOT HAVING ANY LUCK!!!!!!!!
by edvon on 2009-09-02 02:31:54.9720
yep, same problem here. Mac OSX10.5.7 Monkey got all the latest updates, tried all USB ports and 4 different cables. line 6 edit will not work...
This is very frustrating.
I haven't tried a different OS and computer yet, but from what I've read here it might be a lot of work for no positive outcome anyway...
by muskarver on 2009-09-12 11:32:34.5820
hi friends sorry for my bad english..
I had same problem but ı soved it.
ı have pod2.o and win xp with sp3.
In Windows XP ( My xp in turkish so ıdont know exact terms of english in windows) go to control panel and select sound setting and chose youre midi output device as picture attachments:
by Oenemans on 2010-03-07 14:23:49.5170
Very big bump!!
Anyone still having this problem?
I just encountered this midi timeout on my mac.
All my stuff (mac and podxt) is brand new, but still no help.
Hope they'll fix it soon.
by andykojezz on 2012-06-13 00:51:20.5390
I had the same problem. This is what helped:
1) Use LIne 6 Monkey to reinstall USB firmware and FLASH memory (this order).
2) Then use Line 6 uninstall utility to remove DRIVER and EDIT program.
3) Last step is factory reset of POD.
Restart computer and install DRIVER and EDIT program again without Java runtime (it worked for me).
IMPORTANT: Do not change any setting nor preset in POD before first succesfull connection with Edit program!!! Better do not even touch it.
It could be the reason of midi timeout issue.
The information above may not be current, and you should direct questions to the current forum or review the manual.


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CEO John Chen said he didn't "personally believe devices [were] going to be the future of any company," and that he'd make a final call in September about whether or not BlackBerry would continue to invest in smartphones. "The device business must be profitable — we don't want to run a business that drags on the bottom line," he said. "It's time for us to get to the profitability … we've got to get there this year." He added.
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The company's apps and services subsidiary, Mobility Solutions Group, generates more than $500 million a year — the company said it's aiming for 30 percent growth in the software. To that end, the company last month debuted BlackBerry Hub+, a premium subscription suite of the company's Password Keeper, Calendar, Notes, Tasks, and Device Search apps for Android. Clearly, they do have a bright future in the software department which has always been the strength of the company.
One of its banners on the main BlackBerry site reads "Software is the new Blackberry".
Well, looking at the company's performance in last few years, putting an end to the Hardware division seems to be an appropriate choice. The silver lining is that this decision will allow BlackBerry to solely focus on the software division and grow better. Although, BlackBerry hasn't confirmed the news yet and all of these are just speculations at the moment.
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Negative: 1 out of 8
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MelissaSaundersMar 28, 2008This game is perfect for the preschooler just learning to play video games. My 5-year old loved it and was able to beat the game once I got her started (that doesn't stop her from wanting to play again, though). With a little help, my almost 4-year old is starting to get the hang of it, too. Definitely good for this age group.
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Two things have hit me hard today: the sheer intensity of this Sydney heat and this brand new track from the ever glorious Fleet Foxes. While other artists have tried to outgun them with the sheer quantity of hamonising voices (Brisbane's Inland Sea representing with a whopping five vocalists) it's nice to see that they're still on top of the game. Classic Pecknold vocals can't be beat.
Helplessness Blues is like many of the tracks on their first full length in that it's divided into two clear separate sections. I guess the difference between Fleet Foxes and most other bands is that they've effectively managed to write two outstanding songs and release them as one. Even as I write this I recognise that I'm talking nonsense but my eagerness for you to hear this track overrides my desire to be eloquent. Here's the track. It's a free download. The new records drops of May 3. Viva Fleet Foxes.
Fleet Foxes – Helplessness Blues
Remember High Highs? Here's another free track from… them. It's not much in the way of structure but if you're looking for something to set your nerves at ease then this could be your goldmine. Whoa. I almost wrote "you're goldmine". That would have frazzled all my grammar fans out there.
High Highs – Flowers Bloom
You'll like this one. They're called Dry the River. Crystalline vocals that remind me of something in between Jeff Buckley and Bombay Bicycle Club are the pivotal part of their arrangements. I can't help but feel that they could be incredible but at the moment they're just good. That said, they're probably worth keeping an eye on as I've no doubt they'll release a full length that'll make women world wide release a collective sigh. They've two EPs: The Chambers & the Valves EP (2009?) and Bible Belt EP (2010) so here's a track from each. Stellar.
Dry the River – History Book
Dry the River – Bible Belt
You can purchase Bible Belt EP here but I can't as yet find a link to buy The Chambers & the Valves EP. Help me out on that one.
There was a time when two artists were flying sky high on top of the country-alt/folk scene. Those artists were Band of Horses and Fleet Foxes and that time was I don't know, pretty recently or something. Less prominent was a third player in the mix, My Morning Jacket. I don't know if you ever got the chance to hear My Morning Jacket but let's just say this; If you didn't you're a philistine and I hate you. I actually hate you.
Musical salvation is here and it's come in the form of a reverb soaked masterpiece. In much the same way God sent Jesus to save a people who'd turned their back on Him, I'm sending you this, a taste of My Morning Jacket's 2005 album Z, even though you're sinners. This analogy is really breaking down. When all is said and done though, I'm truly doing you a favour here. When your bud starts talking about the new Fleet Foxes record in a few months and their "epic harmonies" you can smugly look at her and say "yeah… I guess… My Morning Jacket did this like, a hundred years ago though".
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Yeah, I've been crazy M.I.A lately and I'm sorry for that. It's been a combination of a youth camp and a bad attitude. To make up for my extended absence here is not one but ten songs. It's a free mixtape from Sucking Lemons, it's free and it's worth downloading. Most of them are pretty decent. Highlights include Yellow Ostrich, Dry the River and Dog is Dead (who you may remember from this).
As if that was sufficient recompense for my recent behaviour I've also decided to throw in an image of a dog being very silly indeed. Dogs shouldn't wear clothes! Especially not clothes that make them look like Yoda. There's no way a dog could ever master the force!


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The most novel part of the HTC Flyer is the Scribe Digital Pen. But HTC doesn't bundle the pen with the Android 2.3 tablet. Why? The company clearly wants the tablet to fail. Instead, the stylus costs an additional $80. It seems that Best Buy is ready to right HTC's wrong by selling the two together. NetbookNews found the bundle (SKU 9999159200050028) but it's sort of… Read More
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Oh dear, this isn't good. HTC's Flyer tablet, which we saw in Barcelona at MWC, has set itself apart with its unique (among today's tablets) pen input. Of course, it's not a resistive screen and the stylus isn't just a pointer — it's a separate piece of electronics, like those used on Wacom tablets, and according to Best Buy, it's going to run… Read More
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