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    from St Jean to Roncesvalles - Napoleon Route

    Hi Currently in SJPDP, starting tomorrow. The Napoleon route is closed and likely to be closed for some time. It is very(!) cold here at the moment. So much so i just had to buy a pair of clothes and another fleece! It is very beautiful though!! Good luck!
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    How can I avoid blisters!!!???

    Highly recommend 1000 mile socks. Have done A LOT of walking the last couple of months in the shoes I'm taking on my camino and no blisters! They are bit dearer than your average sock but well worth it as no blisters!
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    Bum Belt - Money Belt -Storing valuables

    Hi all Is there any problem with carrying valuables in main backpack? Obviously when I go shower or out and about have a small bag to take with me, but if i have them in the inside of my main pack, I cant see the problem. I'm pretty sure I'll feel someone digging around in there looking for...
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    Bum Belt - Money Belt -Storing valuables

    Hi Falcon Agree about a day pack just hanging off a main pack but this one has 2 clips on the top and 4 in the sides of the back so its quite a process getting it off, and clipping it on!! Even slicing it off they would have to make 6 cuts to get it off! Also not intending to take a wallet...
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    Bum Belt - Money Belt -Storing valuables

    Hi David Many thanks for your reply! i am definitely just going to do my day pack plan! Caroline
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    Bum Belt - Money Belt -Storing valuables

    Hi I know this is an old thread but hoping someone can help. I've got a little day pack that attaches (clips) to my main pack. Was just going to put everything in there, and then when I go out at night, sightseeing etc I can just unclip the little day pack and take with me... Is there any...
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    MARMOT Pre Cip Rain Jacket

    A big thank you for all replies. Have bought the Marmot and feel happy about my purchase! Ive also got the pants, but wonder if I really need them... They dont weigh much so I may just pack them in case! Thanks again!
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    SJPDP to Finisterre in 30 days? I needs some itinerary help.

    Hi I am planning on walking SJPDP to Santiago in 35 days.... I decided this was reasonable after reading much feedback. I think if you can get a couple of extra days, that would be good.
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    MARMOT Pre Cip Rain Jacket

    Hi I am thinking of buying the Marmot Pre Cip jacket as my rain jacket - does anyone have one, had one? Marmot seems to be a reputable and reasonable priced brand. Feedback would be hugely appreciated! thanks!
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    bed bugs 2013

    Thanks Max44, I've actually seen this - but noone actually says if its any good!! thanks again, Caroline
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    bed bugs 2013

    Hi Has anyone used the Lifesystem Bed Bug Undersheet?? It only weighs 100g so is an attractive alternative to another bed bug sheet I've found, but which weighs 600g... thoughts would be very appreciated!
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    bed bugs 2013

    hi I am walking the Camino alone starting in Saint Jean on 10 April 2013, this post has made me for the first time, not want to go! are they really that bad!? help! Caroline
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    27 Year Old Female from New York City

    Hi Monique I am 32 coming from Sydney, AUs, and walking on my own in Mid April. I am Very nervous and have some hesitations, but I know it will be all good. definitely go it alone! CP
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    April 2013

    Thank you so much to everyone for the info! I have bought specific walkign shoes that are waterproof, and will definitely buy waterproof, breathable jacket and pants before I leave! I am really hoping for not too much rain! positive thoughts!
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    April 2013

    Hi I am a 31yr old female, from Australia, planning to walk the Camino in April (2013). I am concerned about rain. Is it likely to rain the majority of the time? I have never trekked before, and am very much a 'luxury' traveller, so I think this may be quite an experience for me....am...
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