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  1. markie6

    Sleeping bag OR just a liner??

    Never regretted taking a 2 season sleeping bag that packs down small and quickly. They're not expensive, last one I bought was a cheapy brand on amazon uk
  2. markie6

    Shoes on the CF

    Be fine in trail runners imo. I have used them and coped well and have also walked twice in normal runners. Not sure they would do as well in very wet but they always dried well as long as your footwear is comfortable, you should be ok with any choice
  3. markie6

    And now food and drinks...

    Trail mix is always handy, easy to look after. Unless with chocolate ..copes with the heat too
  4. markie6

    A packing list thread?

    I prefer a larger pack and the weight difference between sizes is often minimal. List looks good ..small line for the pegs ?
  5. markie6

    Favorite end of day shoes

    sandals for me. Can double up as emergency footwear if you have a few blisters. Good for getting some air round your hot feet after a long day
  6. markie6

    Bedding/accommodations on the Camino Primitivo?

    I take a lightweight down sleeping bag everywhere, packs down easily and small. I take a pillow case too
  7. markie6

    Pack for Camino Frances

    Phone & Charger ? no worries if not needed
  8. markie6

    Do I really need a hat?

    I take a hat, rarely remember to use it mind. If you struggle with the sun... then take one or use a brolly You can always buy one en route if it turns out to be glorious sunny weather
  9. markie6

    Performance Fabrics - Truth or Myth?

    quick drying clothing is beneficial to me... 100% cotton on my first trip caused me to have trouble drying stuff. The move to in expensive tech t shirts was a no brainer
  10. markie6

    And now to the backpack..

    Comfort above all else. If it's a one time trip or if you think you might become addicted ( like many here ) then it might be worth a little more or less expenditure :)
  11. markie6

    Lightweight Camino - Forum Input

    I've never regretted taking my own pillow case, often stick some valuables in there while I sleep or in sleeping bag. Always take a few tablets ( pain relief, stomach stuff .. just in case both ways ) and blisters.. in case. I don't use poles ( personal choice ) and I've often gone in Road...
  12. markie6

    Last Minute Shoe help

    Added to this I have found the trail runners are not good if you are walking on very hard surfaces / tarmac a lot. The lugs seem to cause discomfort rather than the bounce you get ( and lose as you go ) with normal road runners
  13. markie6

    Last Minute Shoe help

    Wearing comfortable shoes is of the utmost importance as others have said. FWIW I have walked the CF in trail runners and normal road running type also. Every step my feet were thanking me for not lugging extra weight per step. That said if you told me you had comfortable boots.. then I...
  14. markie6

    Camino banner map - where to buy?

    as David says above yep this would have been my suggestion as it's the one I bought in Arzua. Came in a protective plastic roll to. I did buy one in Santiago that you had, both are nice and if you have no luck online, perhaps a helpful fellow pilgrim and forum dweller might offer assistance. (...
  15. markie6

    One (water) bottle to rule them all?

    Yep my take too. Just like the mythical perfect shoe that never causes any person on the planet a blister
  16. markie6

    May-June Camino Frances - Rain Gear & Eating ware

    take the spork. Zip lock bags for food. If it rains, as others have pointed out... it's the time it takes stuff to dry that is more of the problem. Cover for your pack and shoes that you are used to.
  17. markie6

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    The lense with the best range would be my guess. I know I will walk a camino one day and ship my pack and keep my camera and day bag with me so that's what I would advise somebody to do.. As for looking after valuables in albergues... same advice as I always give.. keep your good stuff on you...
  18. markie6

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    Layering, LAYERING...then a little more layering You will warm up carrying your pack and walking also
  19. markie6

    Questions to ask about shoes

    3 CF wearing New Balance. 1 Trail Runner, 2 Road Runners. All performed well It will of course depend on conditions, surface type, weather etc etc. There is however no perfect shoe or boot for sale anywhere
  20. markie6

    Hi vis vests

    I walk early and wear one or hang it on my pack and as WP says, they weigh nothing and can only help

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