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I used Black Diamond carbon fibre Z poles. They were fantastic. They fold up rather than retract or telescope. They are very lightweight and comfortable. Be sure to get the right length. Couldn't do without them.
I wore my wonderful Scarpa boots for the Camino and took a pair or Teva Toachi sandals. They were great for walking around town, evening wear and shower footwear. Yes, on some chilly evenings, I wore socks, but with long pants the look wasn't too bad. The two pairs were sufficient.
Blessings.
Didn't like Compeed. Like many others, sticky, messy on socks, hard to remove without lifting skin.
I used a barrier cream, Silic 15, available in Australia. Coated my feet every day. Wore woollen socks. When I felt a pressure point, applied a piece of gauze ( cut a small bandage up) and taped...
Teva sandals are available in Australia. I have bought a pair of Teva Toachi 2 sandals for my Camino in September. Have been wearing them a bit and they are strong and supportive but very light. Paddy Pallin stock them. They are about $115.00 but look out for the specials. Blessings.
Have most of my gear for Camino Frances from Leon beginning late September. Have agonised over choosing a jacket however, but all your responses are leading me to the Marmot Precip jacket. I will have to buy online so wondering about women's sizing. I am of "generous" proportion so may be better...
I have a Panasonic Lumix DMC FT10 which will be going with me on my Camino. I have had it for over a year now but bought it for these reasons : it is fully waterproof and shockproof. It has a good zoom without a lens which moves. Past experience has shown that it is often the lens movement which...
I am using an Osprey hydration pack, 2 litre. It slides in and out of my pack very easily, holds its form well, has a wide mouth for filling and keeps balanced. Don't have to stop to drink and can take small sips as required. Can still stop to refill as needed and socialize, on my training...
I too have been considering taking iPad on my Camino. Main reason is to journal and remind myself of experiences long after i have returned. Also considering a doctoral thesis based on the spiritual experience of the Camino.
Very excited about iPad mini. When anyone uses one, please check in...
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