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  1. Mobile phones and tablets

    Ask and share about Mobile phones and tablets and the Camino de Santiago
    Discussions:
    316
    Messages:
    4,447
    Latest: Phone Plans jdpiguet, Jul 15, 2017
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  2. GPS and the Camino de Santiago

    Learn and share on using GPS on the Camino de Santiago
    Discussions:
    63
    Messages:
    835
    Latest: Martin Sheen needs a GPS! Anemone del Camino, Jul 17, 2017
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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:
    36
    Messages:
    228
    Latest: WANTED: ALTUS Ponchos Anniesantiago, Jul 21, 2017 at 6:34 PM
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  1. markvanoss
    Sticky

    Smart Packing and Unexpected Backpack Items

    markvanoss, Mar 10, 2010 ... 3 4 5
    Replies:
    403
    Views:
    73,295
    Sheesh
    Jul 16, 2017
  2. aikisilvi
    Sticky

    How to train for the Camino

    aikisilvi, Nov 11, 2008 ... 2
    Replies:
    172
    Views:
    51,031
    Scott Fraser
    Jul 15, 2017
  3. Tim-the-fat-Canadian
    Sticky

    Hiking Shoes, or Hiking Boots?

    Tim-the-fat-Canadian, Jan 19, 2010 ... 2 3 4
    Replies:
    388
    Views:
    99,119
    RoamFarAndWide
    Apr 28, 2017
  4. Martin0642
    Sticky

    Equipment list and opinions from recent camino

    Martin0642, Aug 20, 2007 ... 2
    Replies:
    131
    Views:
    47,851
    Travellingman
    Mar 31, 2017
  5. crhutch
    Sticky

    Another Backpack recommendation request

    crhutch, Dec 10, 2008 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    269
    Views:
    58,343
    Lurch
    Mar 26, 2017
  6. sillydoll
    Sticky

    Raincoat-Poncho

    sillydoll, Oct 14, 2007 ... 3 4 5
    Replies:
    450
    Views:
    89,283
    H.A.Bud
    Oct 20, 2016
  7. TimothyE

    Caminos with 3 kilos

    TimothyE, Jul 19, 2017 at 5:40 AM
    Replies:
    20
    Views:
    1,280
    Finisterre
    Jul 24, 2017 at 1:24 PM
  8. Tigger

    Pacer poles...

    Tigger, Jul 23, 2017 at 6:19 AM
    Replies:
    17
    Views:
    505
    Tigger
    Jul 24, 2017 at 6:08 AM
  9. Anniesantiago

    My new pack. Show me yours!

    Anniesantiago, Jul 20, 2017 at 12:02 AM
    Replies:
    45
    Views:
    1,552
    Tigger
    Jul 24, 2017 at 5:52 AM
  10. Arbey48

    ABC_GPS Watches

    Arbey48, Jul 22, 2017 at 3:59 PM
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    485
    jozero
    Jul 24, 2017 at 3:13 AM
  11. Camino Chris

    Earplug advice needed

    Camino Chris, Jul 15, 2017
    Replies:
    19
    Views:
    776
    Boot of the Beast
    Jul 23, 2017 at 5:53 AM
  12. Singingheart

    Durability of shoes

    Singingheart, Jul 16, 2017
    Replies:
    36
    Views:
    1,094
    Walter James Palmer
    Jul 22, 2017 at 7:49 PM
  13. jenipickles

    Anyone tried toe socks?

    jenipickles, Jun 5, 2013
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    2,914
    Anniesantiago
    Jul 22, 2017 at 1:48 AM
  14. La Brique Jaune

    Poncho in the wind

    La Brique Jaune, Jun 17, 2017
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    901
    SYates
    Jul 20, 2017 at 8:26 PM
  15. TheEzrahite

    Altus Poncho In USA

    TheEzrahite, Jan 6, 2009
    Replies:
    36
    Views:
    12,224
    Anniesantiago
    Jul 20, 2017 at 5:50 PM
  16. jo webber

    Pack is packed.Weight?

    jo webber, Jul 18, 2017 at 7:52 PM
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    731
    Lmsundaze
    Jul 20, 2017 at 1:25 PM
  17. sjf

    What is your 2nd footwear item?

    sjf, Jul 11, 2017
    Replies:
    59
    Views:
    1,661
    mvanert
    Jul 20, 2017 at 12:59 AM
  18. falcon269

    Fitbit

    falcon269, Jul 14, 2017
    Replies:
    48
    Views:
    1,732
    HedaP
    Jul 19, 2017 at 12:39 PM
  19. Cmeckley

    Under 1lb down quilt/bag?

    Cmeckley, May 19, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    1,046
    Anemone del Camino
    Jul 17, 2017
  20. sjf

    Is there any reason why I need more than 2 outfits?

    sjf, Jul 11, 2017
    Replies:
    34
    Views:
    1,747
    WayWalker
    Jul 16, 2017
  21. mcopeland

    "Luxury" Items

    mcopeland, Feb 18, 2016
    Replies:
    33
    Views:
    2,526
    kdespot
    Jul 15, 2017
  22. mega

    Where to lighten the load?

    mega, Jun 20, 2017
    Replies:
    85
    Views:
    2,749
    Charles Zammit
    Jul 14, 2017
  23. WalkforSue

    Shoes and boots

    WalkforSue, Jun 18, 2017
    Replies:
    48
    Views:
    1,813
    TraveltoMastery
    Jul 14, 2017
  24. Jerri Kerley

    Base Layer

    Jerri Kerley, Jul 12, 2017
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    836
    Jersey
    Jul 13, 2017
  25. auburnfive

    Sale on Icebreaker Merino

    auburnfive, Jul 11, 2017
    Replies:
    1
    Views:
    460
    OTH86
    Jul 12, 2017
  26. Paintboy2

    Camino Compass

    Paintboy2, Jul 1, 2017
    Replies:
    12
    Views:
    966
    Glenn Rowe
    Jul 11, 2017
  27. jo webber

    What gear is the lightest in your pack?

    jo webber, Jun 25, 2017
    Replies:
    62
    Views:
    1,692
    Kanga
    Jul 11, 2017
  28. Veronicad1

    Best compression sack(s) Plus best shirts

    Veronicad1, Jun 24, 2017
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    970
    Veronicad1
    Jul 10, 2017
  29. Elisha

    What is Your Comfortable Pack Weight? / Gear Advice?

    Elisha, Jul 5, 2017
    Replies:
    84
    Views:
    2,045
    JillGat
    Jul 9, 2017
  30. Tigger

    Poles apart.

    Tigger, Jul 4, 2017
    Replies:
    18
    Views:
    1,210
    Tigger
    Jul 9, 2017
  31. Finnie

    Super cushioned footwear for Camino Portugues

    Finnie, Jun 14, 2016
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    2,249
    alaskadiver
    Jul 8, 2017
  32. davebugg

    Camino Dress Code :-)

    davebugg, Jun 29, 2017
    Replies:
    38
    Views:
    2,833
    Stephen Nicholls
    Jul 7, 2017
  33. Calirunner

    Walking Poles

    Calirunner, Jun 27, 2017
    Replies:
    40
    Views:
    1,558
    Rick M
    Jul 6, 2017
  34. Stivandrer

    Wheelchair Camino

    Stivandrer, Jun 28, 2017
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    891
    JabbaPapa
    Jul 6, 2017
  35. Purple Backpack

    Down sheet comparison?

    Purple Backpack, Jun 24, 2017
    Replies:
    43
    Views:
    952
    Northern Laurie
    Jul 5, 2017
  36. davebugg

    Camino Packing List (subject to revision) :-)

    davebugg, Jul 2, 2017
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    917
    Sheesh
    Jul 5, 2017
  37. Teresa TB

    Rain gear ??

    Teresa TB, Jul 2, 2017
    Replies:
    11
    Views:
    459
    Mike Savage
    Jul 4, 2017
  38. Susan B Johnson

    luggage transport service

    Susan B Johnson, Jan 1, 2017
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    857
    Sheena
    Jul 2, 2017
  39. MichaelC

    Gear recommendation: Japanese washcloths

    MichaelC, Jul 1, 2017
    Replies:
    15
    Views:
    752
    alaskadiver
    Jul 2, 2017
  40. Alberte

    Leaving boots at home...

    Alberte, Jun 25, 2017
    Replies:
    36
    Views:
    1,999
    Nanc
    Jul 2, 2017
  41. kinnear

    Extra cushioning in shoes

    kinnear, Jun 29, 2017
    Replies:
    20
    Views:
    857
    Elisha
    Jun 30, 2017
  42. Kati Bosch

    What clothes in October?

    Kati Bosch, Jun 29, 2017
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    490
    Mike Savage
    Jun 30, 2017
  43. Tharina

    Walking Distance

    Tharina, Jun 29, 2017
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    412
    KinkyOne
    Jun 30, 2017
  44. KaliKat

    Full zip, 1/4 zip, 1/2 zip, waterproof?

    KaliKat, Jun 14, 2017
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    889
    natefaith
    Jun 27, 2017
  45. sitges54

    Socks and Crocks

    sitges54, May 27, 2017
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    865
    Glenn Rowe
    Jun 26, 2017
  46. Amanda manning

    packing list

    Amanda manning, Jun 23, 2017
    Replies:
    34
    Views:
    747
    poogeyejr
    Jun 26, 2017
  47. jsalt

    Microfibre towel

    jsalt, Jun 23, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    1,080
    Camino Chris
    Jun 26, 2017
  48. Jakke

    Does clay dissolve glue between soles and leather?

    Jakke, Jun 23, 2017
    Replies:
    18
    Views:
    476
    Rick of Rick and Peg
    Jun 24, 2017
  49. Robo

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

    Robo, Sep 6, 2016
    Replies:
    8
    Views:
    4,115
    jrm
    Jun 24, 2017
  50. Ahhhs

    Is carrying your own backpack a thing of the past?

    Ahhhs, May 19, 2017 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    211
    Views:
    9,164
    Beeman
    Jun 24, 2017
  51. formerly multipurpose

    Altus Poncho Observations

    formerly multipurpose, Feb 5, 2017
    Replies:
    44
    Views:
    2,172
    kinnear
    Jun 22, 2017
  52. AdventureAwaits17

    Can anyone recommend a luggage company that works in the north Basque area?

    AdventureAwaits17, Jun 22, 2017
    Replies:
    2
    Views:
    224
    AdventureAwaits17
    Jun 22, 2017
  53. Thirstywork

    Z poles as flight cabin baggage stored in pack, question.

    Thirstywork, May 22, 2017
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    604
    JabbaPapa
    Jun 21, 2017
  54. Donna Sch

    Hiking shoes/boots that are good in mud and snow!

    Donna Sch, Dec 16, 2015
    Replies:
    20
    Views:
    1,641
    JabbaPapa
    Jun 21, 2017
  55. Olygirl

    The ultimate pocketknife to take on the camino

    Olygirl, May 8, 2017
    Replies:
    69
    Views:
    2,421
    Glenn Rowe
    Jun 20, 2017
  56. jo webber

    Sling bag or daypack?

    jo webber, Jun 11, 2017
    Replies:
    40
    Views:
    1,392
    Tia Valeria
    Jun 20, 2017
  57. Elisha

    First Camino Gear Questions (Hoka One One, Socks, Pacer Poles, Sea to Summit Spark SPII)

    Elisha, Jun 15, 2017
    Replies:
    40
    Views:
    1,038
    camino-david
    Jun 18, 2017
  58. Steve Hackman

    Kyte Backpack for Women

    Steve Hackman, Mar 2, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    1,058
    pudgypilgrim
    Jun 18, 2017
  59. Jim Flores

    Trail Trekkers

    Jim Flores, Jun 11, 2017
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    908
    DingDong
    Jun 17, 2017
  60. Glenn Rowe

    Your preference: Billed cap or full-brimmed hat?

    Glenn Rowe, Mar 14, 2017
    Replies:
    72
    Views:
    2,384
    Glenn Rowe
    Jun 15, 2017
  61. malingerer

    Has anyone walked with a hip-belt trailer?

    malingerer, Jun 6, 2017
    Replies:
    51
    Views:
    1,383
    Carlos Santiago
    Jun 15, 2017
  62. Willin'

    Time for a Sock thread!

    Willin', Jun 4, 2017
    Replies:
    45
    Views:
    1,374
    Walter or Carol
    Jun 14, 2017
  63. Gary May

    Travelling Light

    Gary May, May 19, 2017
    Replies:
    41
    Views:
    2,310
    Gary May
    Jun 12, 2017
  64. Pattie Strub

    Lightweight folding stool for bad back last 100KM CF

    Pattie Strub, Jun 9, 2017
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    391
    Glenn Rowe
    Jun 10, 2017
  65. travellover

    Earplugs

    travellover, Apr 11, 2014
    Replies:
    17
    Views:
    3,085
    Sunbun
    Jun 10, 2017
  66. lindam

    Headlamp with Red Light?

    lindam, Mar 21, 2017
    Replies:
    37
    Views:
    1,534
    donalomahony
    Jun 10, 2017
  67. NatashaNJohns

    Sleeping Pads/Mats

    NatashaNJohns, Jun 8, 2017
    Replies:
    10
    Views:
    525
    MikeShaw
    Jun 9, 2017
  68. trecile

    Favorite sun protection shirt?

    trecile, May 25, 2017
    Replies:
    31
    Views:
    1,293
    Glenn Rowe
    Jun 9, 2017
  69. peregrina2000

    The electric coil changed my life on the Camino!

    peregrina2000, Jun 26, 2013 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    231
    Views:
    20,105
    peregrina2000
    Jun 8, 2017
  70. margaret kinane

    Hiking sticks on aircraft?

    margaret kinane, Apr 16, 2017
    Replies:
    51
    Views:
    2,060
    alaskadiver
    Jun 6, 2017
  71. angelab

    Final packing question - 3hrs to leaving

    angelab, Jun 5, 2017
    Replies:
    11
    Views:
    888
    Mick McQueen
    Jun 6, 2017
  72. scruffy1

    7 Clever Packing hacks to make your Camino packing easier

    scruffy1, Apr 30, 2017
    Replies:
    32
    Views:
    3,108
    Glenn Rowe
    Jun 5, 2017
  73. Glenn Rowe

    Hiking Shoes vs. Boots -- One Experience

    Glenn Rowe, Jun 2, 2017
    Replies:
    17
    Views:
    896
    Glenn Rowe
    Jun 5, 2017
  74. slkochster

    Back issues - Transfer backpack at bus station in Sarria

    slkochster, Jun 3, 2017
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    438
    falcon269
    Jun 5, 2017
  75. angelab

    Hiking skirt

    angelab, May 24, 2017
    Replies:
    32
    Views:
    1,974
    alaskadiver
    Jun 1, 2017
  76. MissyG

    Sleeping bag issues

    MissyG, May 27, 2017
    Replies:
    32
    Views:
    1,072
    MissyG
    Jun 1, 2017
  77. ofer ofer

    sleeping bag or sheet?

    ofer ofer, May 22, 2017
    Replies:
    31
    Views:
    1,213
    Thornley
    Jun 1, 2017
  78. Trude
    Locked

    Halfway round the world and taken at Santiago

    Trude, May 20, 2017
    Replies:
    22
    Views:
    1,783
    grayland
    May 30, 2017
  79. Hamish72

    Don't sweat the packing list

    Hamish72, May 24, 2017
    Replies:
    50
    Views:
    2,194
    Kieran Kenneally
    May 30, 2017
  80. Bacon

    My backpack creaks

    Bacon, Feb 9, 2013
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    7,282
    Glenn Rowe
    May 30, 2017
  81. jo webber

    Changing to a 20L from 32L pack

    jo webber, May 21, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    1,417
    Jeff Crawley
    May 29, 2017
  82. G_the_D

    How necessary is a sleeping pad on the CF?

    G_the_D, May 24, 2017
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    810
    zrexer
    May 27, 2017
  83. Emily C

    Rainpants

    Emily C, May 6, 2017
    Replies:
    50
    Views:
    2,647
    irishgurrrl
    May 27, 2017
  84. davebugg

    Correct Fit and Adjustments of a Backpack

    davebugg, May 26, 2017
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    712
    Pabloke
    May 27, 2017
  85. Gary May

    Sticks n Stones

    Gary May, May 24, 2017
    Replies:
    5
    Views:
    559
    hecate105
    May 26, 2017
  86. MichaelC

    Equipment shopping in France

    MichaelC, May 24, 2017
    Replies:
    14
    Views:
    425
    Anamya
    May 25, 2017
  87. tark1959

    Shoes or Boots?

    tark1959, May 23, 2017
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    502
    tark1959
    May 24, 2017
  88. Camino Chris

    Umbrella or not?

    Camino Chris, Feb 8, 2017 ... 2
    Replies:
    109
    Views:
    2,736
    Luka
    May 22, 2017
  89. Judy12

    poncho

    Judy12, May 17, 2017
    Replies:
    13
    Views:
    1,088
    Jeff Crawley
    May 20, 2017
  90. Millszey

    Hiking pants

    Millszey, Aug 26, 2015
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    4,001
    t2andreo
    May 19, 2017
  91. maevlilu

    Extra shoes during the day

    maevlilu, Feb 25, 2017
    Replies:
    28
    Views:
    1,481
    chewingfoil
    May 19, 2017
  92. Ian Afloat

    Vaseline...or Vicks VapoRub?

    Ian Afloat, Apr 15, 2017
    Replies:
    44
    Views:
    2,203
    Cmeckley
    May 19, 2017
  93. Kathy Beno

    Insoles?? Love my hiking boots, but considering insoles. Help! Leaving in 3 weeks!!

    Kathy Beno, Sep 4, 2015
    Replies:
    18
    Views:
    3,071
    Kiwi-family
    May 19, 2017
  94. Janetlm

    Backpack

    Janetlm, Mar 3, 2017
    Replies:
    35
    Views:
    1,691
    wcsjms
    May 18, 2017
  95. JillGat

    EVEN more about soap and shampoo!

    JillGat, May 9, 2017
    Replies:
    27
    Views:
    1,918
    JillGat
    May 16, 2017
  96. Nancy P.

    First Aid Kit for Camino Frances

    Nancy P., Jun 30, 2014
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    1,447
    Prentiss Riddle
    May 16, 2017
  97. EmoJohnson

    Plug Adapter

    EmoJohnson, May 14, 2017
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    1,101
    trecile
    May 16, 2017
  98. yuling

    Shoes and sleeping bag

    yuling, May 10, 2017
    Replies:
    19
    Views:
    1,173
    angelab
    May 16, 2017
  99. gail.robyn

    Sleep Apnoea Machine Use

    gail.robyn, Apr 9, 2017
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    760
    gail.robyn
    May 15, 2017
  100. trecile

    Has anyone bought a silk liner from TrekSilk?

    trecile, Apr 21, 2016
    Replies:
    21
    Views:
    3,129
    Anemone del Camino
    May 15, 2017
  101. notion900

    Cameras and smartphones for the frugal

    notion900, May 7, 2017
    Replies:
    36
    Views:
    1,602
    notion900
    May 14, 2017
  102. EmoJohnson

    Porto to Santiago (walking sticks?)

    EmoJohnson, Mar 31, 2017
    Replies:
    20
    Views:
    690
    dougfitz
    May 14, 2017
  103. Philla

    Boots resoled ?

    Philla, Dec 20, 2016
    Replies:
    21
    Views:
    1,292
    notion900
    May 13, 2017
  104. sadaigh

    Sandals.. a last minute decision.

    sadaigh, May 2, 2017
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    1,337
    bobkorzo
    May 11, 2017
  105. jo webber

    Mont-bell jacket

    jo webber, May 1, 2017
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    888
    tomjane40
    May 9, 2017
  106. EmoJohnson

    Sleep sac

    EmoJohnson, May 1, 2017
    Replies:
    17
    Views:
    1,466
    Scary
    May 9, 2017
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