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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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Experience with waterproof socks

Phones, apps, gps & maps

Tips on mobile phones and other electronics while on the camino
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Can I Walk the Camino Without a Smartphone?

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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Night temp for a sleeping bag liner

Back Pack & Packing

Share and learn about how to pack your pack.
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Backpack??

Clothing

Tips on what clothes to pack on your Camino de Santiago
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These are travel hacks I typically bring. What are some of your travel hacks? I'm targeting the beginning of Fall.

Other small items

Tips about other smaller items that you might not think of for your camino
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Has anyone tried Gravity Defyer brand shoes?
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How about a down BLANKET!?
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Pay-as-you-Go Spanish Mobile
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Gear for Sale - Gear Needed
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trail shoes + gaiters for winter camino?
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Trekking or gym clothing?
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How to pack a Bag? (Methods)
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Hiking poles vs. walking stick
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Other than rug sack what small bag to carry
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Get a Spanish mobil number + data while on the Camino
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GPS without a SIM card
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walking poles
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Journaling on the Camino
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the joys of shins
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Buying Gear in Pamplona
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Altus Poncho
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Is any cold weather gear necessary for a July Camino?
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Wicking Underwear
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Hi Tek Vs Low Tek clothing
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Sleeping bag March / April ? (Frances)
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"After hours" footwear?
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Not using a hiking backpack
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backpack
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Camino Way markers in Bronze
The one from Galicia (the round) and the one from Castilla & Leon. Individually numbered and made by the same people that make the ones you see on your walk.
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Sleeping bag alternative?
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Linen Shirts
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Poles or no Poles?
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Has anyone tried the new lightweight Altus Poncho?
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Older Altus poncho
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Phones in Spain
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Howto dry wet boots
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MARMOT Pre Cip Rain Jacket
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How much do your feet swell?
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Cushion Insoles
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A suitable mobile phone for Spain, Portugal, France
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Spanish mobile operators?
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Scallop shell patch
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March/April footwear on the Camino Frances
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Liner socks
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Map My Walk (Phone App)
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Camera advice needed
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Christmas gift for a future pilgrim
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GoLite Jam packs on sale today only
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