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Dealing with Vertigo: Seeking Solutions for Balance Issues

although my symptoms of vertigo (viral cause) are a lot less than several years back, it can be a challenge. I have walked many Caminos and the symptoms occasionally get worse But I’ve become familiar with what works for me. if you haven’t consulted with a balance physio therapist, that person...
- KimR
- Post #11
- Nov 12, 2023
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Hoka Alternatives with Similar Padding and heel-to-toe Drop?

I have foot challenges as well and Hoka has been my ‘go-to’ for over 4 years. I have accepted that they a short life span ( approx 500km) - less on hard surfaces- asphalt, concrete, cobble & more on trail surfaces. I’ve concluded the comfort outweighs purchasing 2-3 pairs per year.
- KimR
- Post #9
- Jun 7, 2023
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Packing cubes or dry bags

Dry bags keep the dry in and the moisture and bugs out. They are great to take your stuff to the shower and stay dry. They make a great’purse’ in a pinch. You can strap them in the outside your pack and know your stuff is protected. They act as compression bags. I use the utra light...
- KimR
- Post #20
- Mar 31, 2023
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Camino Frances in October - long or short-sleeve merino?

Just a few things to take into account when planning wardrobe.. Are you a ‘cold’ person or a ‘warm’ person .. I tend to be “cold” so long sleeves are my go-to Spain is a cold country with a hot sun. When the sun goes down or before the sun rises (after 7:30 am or 8am) or it is a cloudy day it...
- KimR
- Post #17
- Mar 13, 2023
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Packing List : T shirts : Merino wool or synthetic quick dry ?

It really depends how long you will be walking. Merino can be worn for several days without washing. Some synthetic clothes tend to ‘bake in’ the smell after a while even with frequent washing. I encountered someone who washed their shirt daily but after a few weeks, you could smell that shirt...
- KimR
- Post #31
- Sep 9, 2022
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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rain gear _ Norte

It rains most days especially in the Basque Country whether it’s a light mist, fast downpour, a gentle shower or all day. The albergues have news paper to stuff in your boots which works well. I was kitted out in rain jacket, rain pants, pack cover , waterproof stuff bags but regretted not...
- KimR
- Post #7
- Aug 13, 2022
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Calling Albergues

Most albergues are listed on what’sapp so you can use WIFI at another albergue or at a cafe to contact them - if that is convenient.
- KimR
- Post #7
- Jul 26, 2022
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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backpack_size

As others have said - comfort and fit when fully loaded is one of the most important things to consider. Another important consideration is total of your kit and backpack are also important. ( larger backpacks weight more) Are you a minimalist or maximalist with your clothes and equipment? It...
- KimR
- Post #18
- Jul 26, 2022
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Pee Cloth - leave no trace

Although there are many ways to manage that task during our Camino days, I have used them on a few caminos and they are a great idea. They are hygienic( silver ions in cloth), convenient and less expensive to buy on Amazon than the brand names.
- KimR
- Post #61
- Feb 26, 2022
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Talon 33 vs Tempest 34.... help me decide, please

Some folks view the Talon 33 as a ‘man’s pack’ but fit, feel, weight and pockets are my way of determining whether it works For me. I’ve used the older version Talon 33 for a few Caminos and found it great. It is a basic so no fancy bells & whistles but this keeps the weight down. The pockets...
- KimR
- Post #10
- Feb 14, 2022
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes
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Gossamer Gear backpack options

Last fall, I used the Kumo 36 (20oz) for the Norte & Ingles. I have used an Osprey Talon 33(under 2 lbs) on previous caminos- also a good pack but slightly heavier I used several ultralight dry bags to separate my gear inside. Since there is no internal frame, I relied on these stuffed dry bags...
- KimR
- Post #5
- Feb 12, 2022
- Camino de Santiago Forum: 🥾 Equipment and Clothes