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  1. CarolineMathieson

    Umbrella In Carry On

    You do get some really nice umbrellas from the "Bazar Chino" stores that seem to be everywhere nowadays and they are not expensive (10€ or so). My first port of call on my first day, if the weather is threatening, is to buy one of those. Unfortunately I usually have to discard it or give it away...
  2. CarolineMathieson

    Do you carry an umbrella for the Camino?

    If you wait to feel the burn, it's too late. Best put the cream on when you start for the day...
  3. CarolineMathieson

    Do you carry an umbrella for the Camino?

    Just remembered that I also used my umbrella as a walking stick as it was quite a long one.
  4. CarolineMathieson

    Do you carry an umbrella for the Camino?

    I usually walk in winter so an umbrella is a must for me but it also protects you from the sun in sunnier seasons but i've never used one then, preferring a large hat instead.
  5. CarolineMathieson

    Vision and eyeglasses while walking

    This thread made me remember the many times I was obliged to take off any glasses I might be wearing due to the horizontal rain on the camino I experienced! I couldn't see through the lenses and saw better with them removed. Same with sun shades, no use when it rained like that! I need three...
  6. CarolineMathieson

    Can we talk TOWELS please?

    Well folks! I always carry a full sized cotton bath towel because I tried all these other suggestions once and hated them! The advantage is that I can also use it for privacy in a refuge if I am lucky enough to get a bunk next to a wall.

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