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  1. Mobile phones and tablets

    Ask and share about Mobile phones and tablets and the Camino de Santiago
    Discussions:
    325
    Messages:
    4,597
    Latest: Why I Did Not Use an iPod on the Camino stevelm1, Oct 21, 2017 at 4:37 PM
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  2. GPS and the Camino de Santiago

    Learn and share on using GPS on the Camino de Santiago
    Discussions:
    64
    Messages:
    843
    Latest: kmz files question evanlow, Oct 17, 2017 at 7:08 AM
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  3. Gear for Sale - Gear Needed

    Do you have Camino equipment that you want to sell? ..or are you interested in buying used stuff? Please post here!
    Discussions:
    37
    Messages:
    254
    Latest: Wanted to Buy Macabi Skirt Bala, Oct 18, 2017 at 3:29 AM
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  1. sillydoll
    Sticky

    Raincoat-Poncho

    sillydoll, Oct 14, 2007 ... 3 4 5
    Replies:
    457
    Views:
    90,863
    Jomas
    Oct 11, 2017
  2. markvanoss
    Sticky

    Smart Packing and Unexpected Backpack Items

    markvanoss, Mar 10, 2010 ... 3 4 5
    Replies:
    404
    Views:
    75,311
    Bradypus
    Aug 31, 2017
  3. aikisilvi
    Sticky

    How to train for the Camino

    aikisilvi, Nov 11, 2008 ... 2
    Replies:
    172
    Views:
    52,289
    Scott Fraser
    Jul 15, 2017
  4. Tim-the-fat-Canadian
    Sticky

    Hiking Shoes, or Hiking Boots?

    Tim-the-fat-Canadian, Jan 19, 2010 ... 2 3 4
    Replies:
    388
    Views:
    101,340
    RoamFarAndWide
    Apr 28, 2017
  5. Martin0642
    Sticky

    Equipment list and opinions from recent camino

    Martin0642, Aug 20, 2007 ... 2
    Replies:
    131
    Views:
    48,294
    Travellingman
    Mar 31, 2017
  6. crhutch
    Sticky

    Another Backpack recommendation request

    crhutch, Dec 10, 2008 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    269
    Views:
    59,058
    Lurch
    Mar 26, 2017
  7. sjf

    Critique my packing list?

    sjf, Oct 8, 2017
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    637
    long trails
    Oct 22, 2017 at 1:18 AM
  8. Chris2017uk

    Shops at Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port

    Chris2017uk, Oct 20, 2017 at 9:33 PM
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    348
    happymarkos
    Oct 21, 2017 at 7:02 PM
  9. Jeanne F

    Do I need a sleeping bag? Silk? down?

    Jeanne F, Oct 7, 2017
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    985
    hotelmedicis
    Oct 21, 2017 at 7:44 AM
  10. Julia Mumford

    Packing cubes or dry sacks?

    Julia Mumford, Oct 7, 2017
    Replies:
    41
    Views:
    1,016
    williamlittig
    Oct 20, 2017 at 4:42 AM
  11. ParismeetsScot

    hiking shoe - hallux rigidus

    ParismeetsScot, Oct 3, 2017
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    940
    Trevor Ockenden
    Oct 19, 2017 at 3:02 PM
  12. JeffV

    About to buy my shoes.

    JeffV, Oct 10, 2017
    Replies:
    57
    Views:
    1,275
    zzotte
    Oct 16, 2017 at 5:50 PM
  13. Damien Reynolds

    Osprey Pack and their Almighty Guarantee (its real)

    Damien Reynolds, Jan 17, 2015
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    7,869
    HalfDomeOrBust
    Oct 15, 2017
  14. Trish K

    Socks?

    Trish K, Oct 9, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    980
    Kathryn1966
    Oct 15, 2017
  15. sjf

    If you’re near Santiago now, what are you wearing?

    sjf, Oct 7, 2017
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    667
    Sunbun
    Oct 14, 2017
  16. See You Soon

    Decathlon stores, Santiago - A Coruna

    See You Soon, Oct 7, 2017
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    8
    Views:
    583
    JoEllen
    Oct 14, 2017
  17. C.C.

    Hiking shoes - HOKA ???

    C.C., Oct 12, 2017
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    12
    Views:
    439
    Anemone del Camino
    Oct 13, 2017
  18. Janeh

    Hat suggestion

    Janeh, May 5, 2008
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    3,084
    David
    Oct 11, 2017
  19. jozero

    A Great Way to Carry a DSLR on the Camino

    jozero, Oct 1, 2017
    Replies:
    12
    Views:
    881
    FRR
    Oct 9, 2017
  20. Nekodemus

    Portable shade - what's not to like

    Nekodemus, Oct 5, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    976
    trecile
    Oct 8, 2017
  21. Boot of the Beast

    Getting the right wet weather rig

    Boot of the Beast, Oct 5, 2017
    Replies:
    12
    Views:
    567
    Boot of the Beast
    Oct 8, 2017
  22. Julia Mumford

    I’ve just had my poles “pimped"

    Julia Mumford, Oct 1, 2017
    Replies:
    18
    Views:
    1,510
    Jeff Crawley
    Oct 7, 2017
  23. WayWalker63

    Keen Sandals???

    WayWalker63, Sep 15, 2013
    Replies:
    39
    Views:
    11,197
    MarcelWals
    Oct 7, 2017
  24. sjf

    Packing now, short camino, no rain predicted wwyd

    sjf, Oct 5, 2017
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    363
    Walking Lover
    Oct 7, 2017
  25. Sigurd Madsen

    Packing list

    Sigurd Madsen, Oct 4, 2017
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    481
    Nekodemus
    Oct 6, 2017
  26. Jeff Crawley

    A good idea . . . or not

    Jeff Crawley, Oct 4, 2017
    Replies:
    11
    Views:
    846
    Kiwi-family
    Oct 6, 2017
  27. Kernandi

    Packing advice: a couple of questions

    Kernandi, Oct 2, 2017
    Replies:
    30
    Views:
    1,042
    t2andreo
    Oct 5, 2017
  28. LesBrass

    Do They Fit? Tick List?

    LesBrass, Sep 26, 2017
    Replies:
    40
    Views:
    1,063
    Joanne P
    Oct 5, 2017
  29. Bouwmeester

    Which Osprey backpack?

    Bouwmeester, Feb 28, 2013 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    221
    Views:
    80,003
    Ivánmax
    Oct 4, 2017
  30. Satírico

    Rookie mistake. Is my gear ruined or what?

    Satírico, Sep 26, 2017
    Replies:
    20
    Views:
    1,900
    Jen Fawkes
    Oct 4, 2017
  31. davebugg

    Correct Fit and Adjustments of a Backpack

    davebugg, May 26, 2017
    Replies:
    11
    Views:
    929
    davebugg
    Oct 3, 2017
  32. jozero

    Feedback on Salomon Quest 4D 2 GTX boots?

    jozero, Sep 22, 2017
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    284
    james walter purdum iv
    Oct 1, 2017
  33. Robo

    Advice required: Compact Camera for Video? with External mic Input

    Robo, Sep 6, 2016
    Replies:
    12
    Views:
    5,096
    jozero
    Oct 1, 2017
  34. Julia Mumford

    Water bottle or Hydration Pack?

    Julia Mumford, Sep 22, 2017
    Replies:
    29
    Views:
    668
    Telelama
    Sep 30, 2017
  35. MikeyC

    UK Pilgrims - Merino wool Aldi Thursday 28th September

    MikeyC, Sep 25, 2017
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    881
    onwayhome
    Sep 30, 2017
  36. nidarosa

    Pacerpoles on flights - can you take just the handles on board?

    nidarosa, Dec 7, 2015
    Replies:
    27
    Views:
    1,935
    summerfish
    Sep 29, 2017
  37. Robo

    Interesting Advice ...

    Robo, Sep 17, 2017
    Replies:
    37
    Views:
    2,108
    Gillyweb
    Sep 27, 2017
  38. FamPed

    Happy to make your acquaintance, I said..

    FamPed, Sep 11, 2017
    Replies:
    22
    Views:
    1,328
    Bradypus
    Sep 25, 2017
  39. fiona

    buying electric coil water heater in Spain?

    fiona, Feb 20, 2008
    Replies:
    18
    Views:
    7,358
    Jo Jo 1
    Sep 23, 2017
  40. SF-Pilgrim

    Boot Repair

    SF-Pilgrim, Sep 10, 2017
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    457
    SF-Pilgrim
    Sep 23, 2017
  41. kinnear

    Last minute thoughts on clothes

    kinnear, Sep 12, 2017
    Replies:
    32
    Views:
    1,784
    Biana
    Sep 23, 2017
  42. LesBrass

    Lone Peak 3.5 vs Merrell vs New Balance

    LesBrass, Sep 6, 2017
    Replies:
    27
    Views:
    826
    LesBrass
    Sep 22, 2017
  43. Sunbun

    New water filter - 2 oz.

    Sunbun, Sep 9, 2017
    Replies:
    19
    Views:
    752
    BlackDog
    Sep 19, 2017
  44. STLperegrino

    Gear / Weight - Packing List Thoughts, Opinions, Questions

    STLperegrino, Sep 14, 2017
    Replies:
    50
    Views:
    1,687
    Marbe2
    Sep 18, 2017
  45. Glenn Rowe

    Help with "industrial" suction-cup hook

    Glenn Rowe, Sep 1, 2017
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    709
    Glenn Rowe
    Sep 17, 2017
  46. MBenny

    Question on cinching down backpack

    MBenny, Sep 14, 2017
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    774
    Glenn Rowe
    Sep 17, 2017
  47. Steffi16

    Squeaky shoe syndrome

    Steffi16, Sep 13, 2017
    Replies:
    12
    Views:
    478
    Nanc
    Sep 15, 2017
  48. Maverick

    back pack choice

    Maverick, Sep 4, 2017
    Replies:
    31
    Views:
    1,399
    Maverick
    Sep 13, 2017
  49. CaminoJoy123

    Sleeping bag during this heat?

    CaminoJoy123, Aug 18, 2017
    Replies:
    23
    Views:
    882
    williamlittig
    Sep 13, 2017
  50. trecile

    Tape, clothespins and shoelaces - my new discoveries

    trecile, Sep 2, 2017
    Replies:
    5
    Views:
    1,053
    Elizabeth-o
    Sep 9, 2017
  51. sjf

    Macabi short skirt questions

    sjf, Sep 4, 2017
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    840
    cher99840
    Sep 8, 2017
  52. Jan_89

    Clothes and weather in May/June..

    Jan_89, Jan 2, 2017
    Replies:
    21
    Views:
    1,855
    Kitsune
    Sep 6, 2017
  53. sjf

    What is your 2nd footwear item?

    sjf, Jul 11, 2017
    Replies:
    67
    Views:
    2,594
    Mimioldie
    Sep 4, 2017
  54. sjf

    Pilgrim scallop shell

    sjf, Sep 2, 2017
    Replies:
    21
    Views:
    976
    Gillyweb
    Sep 4, 2017
  55. OhSuziq

    Running Tights & Leggings

    OhSuziq, Sep 15, 2016
    Replies:
    43
    Views:
    3,402
    bgjourneys
    Sep 2, 2017
  56. jo webber

    Pack is packed.Weight?

    jo webber, Jul 18, 2017
    Replies:
    45
    Views:
    1,628
    Gemajams
    Sep 2, 2017
  57. pilgr

    Is Dousing My Silk Bag with Pemetherin (for bed bugs) a Bad Idea?

    pilgr, Aug 15, 2017 ... 2
    Replies:
    121
    Views:
    3,786
    pjacobi
    Sep 1, 2017
  58. Anemone del Camino

    Costco duvets are back, and improved

    Anemone del Camino, Aug 6, 2017
    Replies:
    37
    Views:
    2,257
    Kitsambler
    Sep 1, 2017
  59. Stephen

    The wrong trousers

    Stephen, Aug 18, 2017
    Replies:
    41
    Views:
    2,307
    Akbunny59
    Aug 31, 2017
  60. Mettchen

    Smartphone vs. camera - how to carry the camera?

    Mettchen, Aug 9, 2017
    Replies:
    50
    Views:
    1,441
    Pawel
    Aug 30, 2017
  61. Jill81

    Protecting your pack on the plane

    Jill81, Aug 24, 2017
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    1,851
    Akbunny59
    Aug 29, 2017
  62. KatjaA

    Teva sandals in October?

    KatjaA, Aug 15, 2017
    Replies:
    19
    Views:
    1,178
    KinkyOne
    Aug 27, 2017
  63. alhartman

    Sleeping Bag Needed? October

    alhartman, Aug 19, 2017
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    657
    hotelmedicis
    Aug 27, 2017
  64. Artemis
    Locked

    Trekking poles and airlines

    Artemis, Jul 19, 2006
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    4,910
    peregrina2000
    Aug 25, 2017
  65. jenipickles

    Anyone tried toe socks?

    jenipickles, Jun 5, 2013
    Replies:
    23
    Views:
    3,462
    bhavagrahidasa
    Aug 25, 2017
  66. Vivienne17

    Camping mat - to have or have not?

    Vivienne17, Aug 23, 2017
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    496
    trecile
    Aug 24, 2017
  67. MKalcolm M

    To Karin, who left her stick in Santiago...

    MKalcolm M, Aug 23, 2017
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    556
    Mick McQueen
    Aug 24, 2017
  68. AggieWM

    CamelBak "in" backpack

    AggieWM, Aug 19, 2017
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    555
    davebugg
    Aug 21, 2017
  69. Kiwi-family

    when you thought you had it all, you find....

    Kiwi-family, Aug 16, 2017
    Replies:
    12
    Views:
    1,652
    domigee
    Aug 21, 2017
  70. Pat Beals

    Urgent footwear question

    Pat Beals, Aug 12, 2017
    Replies:
    34
    Views:
    1,219
    MichelleElynHogan
    Aug 20, 2017
  71. Onomad

    Aarn Backpack Advice Please - FF or PA

    Onomad, Apr 21, 2017
    Replies:
    17
    Views:
    792
    Kitsambler
    Aug 19, 2017
  72. DirtAmy

    Pilgrim badge gift :-)

    DirtAmy, Aug 7, 2017
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    1,122
    Nanc
    Aug 16, 2017
  73. Liddybee

    Cycling sleeves for walking

    Liddybee, Aug 9, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    1,094
    Marti Goldring
    Aug 15, 2017
  74. Alberte

    Leaving boots at home...

    Alberte, Jun 25, 2017
    Replies:
    37
    Views:
    2,348
    Texas Walker
    Aug 15, 2017
  75. Camino Ben

    Sharing gear as a couple

    Camino Ben, Aug 10, 2017
    Replies:
    31
    Views:
    1,165
    november_moon
    Aug 14, 2017
  76. copado

    Packing Pacer Poles Air Travel

    copado, Aug 11, 2017
    Replies:
    18
    Views:
    650
    Kiwi-family
    Aug 14, 2017
  77. Arbey48

    ABC_GPS Watches

    Arbey48, Jul 22, 2017
    Replies:
    34
    Views:
    1,567
    tpmchugh
    Aug 13, 2017
  78. sjf

    Which sleeping option?

    sjf, Aug 5, 2017
    Replies:
    38
    Views:
    1,572
    Bumpa
    Aug 13, 2017
  79. stgcph

    Will I need a fleece?

    stgcph, Aug 9, 2017
    Replies:
    49
    Views:
    1,580
    stgcph
    Aug 13, 2017
  80. Gillyweb

    Sandals and rain ? Do I wear socks..... Portugues in two week's time !

    Gillyweb, Aug 6, 2017
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    803
    Thornley
    Aug 12, 2017
  81. Kjack2222

    Looking for advice - pack weight

    Kjack2222, Aug 10, 2017
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    838
    Anemone del Camino
    Aug 12, 2017
  82. TravellingSonn

    First Aid Kit (What to pack)

    TravellingSonn, Jun 7, 2007
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    7,126
    dougfitz
    Aug 11, 2017
  83. DoubleD

    Frustration - orthotics

    DoubleD, Aug 4, 2017
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    879
    Nanc
    Aug 10, 2017
  84. Bud2017

    Please recommend trail shoes in wide (6E) size

    Bud2017, Aug 2, 2017
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    509
    Bud2017
    Aug 8, 2017
  85. jo webber

    Staying dry in Oct. Options needed

    jo webber, Jul 30, 2017
    Replies:
    34
    Views:
    1,749
    CaminoDebrita
    Aug 6, 2017
  86. sjf

    If you could only take one guidebook,

    sjf, Jul 27, 2017
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    784
    Sailor
    Aug 6, 2017
  87. mhrheinecker

    International SIM Cards?

    mhrheinecker, Jul 30, 2017
    Replies:
    10
    Views:
    518
    mhrheinecker
    Aug 5, 2017
  88. Mark Barnes

    Space saver bags

    Mark Barnes, Aug 3, 2017
    Replies:
    20
    Views:
    891
    Elizabeth-o
    Aug 5, 2017
  89. Dawn of a new Day

    Runners vs.hiking boots.

    Dawn of a new Day, Jul 29, 2017
    Replies:
    10
    Views:
    741
    Anniesantiago
    Aug 5, 2017
  90. Tracying

    Buying a backpack in Ireland

    Tracying, Aug 1, 2017
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    436
    Tracying
    Aug 4, 2017
  91. Stephen

    Wardrobe malfunction

    Stephen, Aug 3, 2017
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    1,152
    biarritzdon
    Aug 3, 2017
  92. tjb1013

    Google Earth for iPhone updated

    tjb1013, Aug 3, 2017
    Replies:
    2
    Views:
    310
    tjb1013
    Aug 3, 2017
  93. malingerer

    Has anyone walked with a hip-belt trailer?

    malingerer, Jun 6, 2017
    Replies:
    54
    Views:
    1,674
    hampshire!tim
    Aug 3, 2017
  94. Purple Backpack

    Custom Made Backpacks

    Purple Backpack, Jul 31, 2017
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    503
    Sailor
    Aug 1, 2017
  95. jrm

    Power Adapter?

    jrm, Apr 15, 2015
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    2,373
    MichaelC
    Aug 1, 2017
  96. Gumba

    Packing cells

    Gumba, Jul 29, 2017
    Replies:
    31
    Views:
    1,222
    J F Gregory
    Jul 31, 2017
  97. JohnBeattie

    Poncho?

    JohnBeattie, Jul 22, 2017
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    1,320
    mspath
    Jul 31, 2017
  98. MichaelSG

    Repairing / renewing the Altus Raincoat

    MichaelSG, Nov 6, 2016
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    795
    gerardcarey
    Jul 31, 2017
  99. Anniesantiago

    My new pack. Show me yours!

    Anniesantiago, Jul 20, 2017
    Replies:
    53
    Views:
    2,358
    Jeff Crawley
    Jul 30, 2017
  100. Gumba

    Backpacks for children

    Gumba, Jul 29, 2017
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    354
    Gumba
    Jul 30, 2017
  101. Veronicad1

    Best compression sack(s) Plus best shirts

    Veronicad1, Jun 24, 2017
    Replies:
    26
    Views:
    1,227
    JillGat
    Jul 30, 2017
  102. Glenn Rowe

    Hiking Shoes vs. Boots -- One Experience

    Glenn Rowe, Jun 2, 2017
    Replies:
    19
    Views:
    1,297
    hotelmedicis
    Jul 30, 2017
  103. davebugg

    Make a Rubber Band Clothesline

    davebugg, Jul 27, 2017
    Replies:
    3
    Views:
    468
    TaijiPilgrim
    Jul 28, 2017
  104. notion900

    Cameras and smartphones for the frugal

    notion900, May 7, 2017
    Replies:
    39
    Views:
    1,883
    dougfitz
    Jul 28, 2017
  105. Bikeguy

    Purchasing Poles in Porto?

    Bikeguy, Jul 27, 2017
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    417
    hel&scott
    Jul 28, 2017
  106. sadaigh

    Sandals.. a last minute decision.

    sadaigh, May 2, 2017
    Replies:
    29
    Views:
    1,597
    hel&scott
    Jul 27, 2017
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