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Foot wear & care

Tips on how to take care of your feet while on the Camino de Santiago
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Zero-drop shoes and the camino

Phones, apps, gps & maps

Tips on mobile phones and other electronics while on the camino
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What Garmin are you wearing?

Walking Poles

Tips on how to use walking poles on the Camino
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Rain & sun protection

Tips on protecting yourself from the weather on the Camino
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My Take on the Rain Jacket vs Poncho Debate

Sleeping bag

Tips on Sleeping bags for the camino walk
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Sleeping bag/quilt or liner

Back Pack & Packing

Share and learn about how to pack your pack.
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Ultra lightweight backpack--worth it?

Clothing

Tips on what clothes to pack on your Camino de Santiago
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Dri-fit and other quick dry fabrics - how important are they?
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Other small items

Tips about other smaller items that you might not think of for your camino
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€46,-
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Ideal sleeping bag liner whether we want to add a thermal plus to our bag, or if we want to use it alone to sleep in shelters or hostels. Thanks to its mummy shape, it adapts perfectly to our body.

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