Hi Travelers-
I posted the question about 'Wheels or Pack' in June, shortly before my trip...After a 3-week trip, and being back for a few months, I now have the answer...But first, I just have to say thanks to MM for making me feel more comfortable traveling to you-know-where...It turned out to be a great, safe, fun trip and I appreciate MM and all participants to this site, for making my trip so much fun...
Now, wheels or pack? I took a pack, as the person I traveled with took one (I met her on Craig's List!). I could have gone either way (not w/her!), but it worked fine w/the pack. I did notice that at times it would have been easier in the heat w/wheels -- but also hard to control wheels in the rough sidewalks, etc. I noticed that "younger" folks in Spain never tucked their t-shirts in and they never had wheels...being a youthful wannabe at 47, I was glad I took a pack...When I can no longer manage a pack, I'll take wheels...If I had to do it again, I would take a pack, just like I did...