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Foot wear & care

Tips on how to take care of your feet while on the Camino de Santiago
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Sandals vs. flip flops.

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My Buen Camino app is crashing!!

Walking Poles

Tips on how to use walking poles on the Camino
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Rain & sun protection

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Sleeping bag

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Sleep sack for bed bugs

Back Pack & Packing

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Clothing

Tips on what clothes to pack on your Camino de Santiago
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OK guys, what underwear?

Other small items

Tips about other smaller items that you might not think of for your camino
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Carabiners or “S” hook?
Altus BALI Sleeping bag liner
Ideal sleeping bag liner whether we want to add a thermal plus to our bag, or if we want to use it alone to sleep in shelters or hostels. Thanks to its mummy shape, it adapts perfectly to our body.

€46,-
My comprehensive and honest packing list!
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Carrying phones and other technology.
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Hiking Boot Maintenance
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My Kit List - Half Camino Frances April 2014 (Burgos - Santiago)
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    Altus ANDES 400 H30 sleeping bag
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    €149,-
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