In 2013 I purchased a Wakawaka solar charger from a European supplier (I am in Canada). Charged my phone, acted as a flashlight and contributed to a non-profit through the purchase! I used it a few times when the my walking partner and I were separated for a few days (we brought a single...
I wasn't able to walk as much as I wanted/hoped last year . . . and had to ship my backpack ahead when I resumed walking after a knee problem. I am hoping/planning to walk again in 2016, so am beginning to look at pack alternatives to what I used last fall. The doctor(s) I have talked to have...
I bought 3 pairs of Merino Silk Scout socks . . . wool and silk combined. Lost a pair in Burgos - but still wear them and constantly on the lookout for another pair!. Kept my feet comfortable in September in my Ecco boots - I walked 1/2 days to full days on the Meseta without sweaty feet - have...
I picked up a light,small down pillow at my local MEC (Canada) . . . 200 grams, in a small sack - squishable and very comfortable! Rolled up into my hostel bag, and was enough in places without pillows - and supported my injured knee when needed!!
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