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    What do you normally do - Carry backpack or use transport service?

    Why not close the thread to replies if you don't want people to clarify their poll response?
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    View Wise Pilgrim downloaded maps before hikingps before

    To check what I have available offline, I find it helpful to turn off wifi and switch to airplane mode. When you open the app, you'll need to navigate from your current location to the Camino.
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    Shower shoes

    I brought a pair a Crocs to use as evening/albergue shoes because I walked in cold weather but ended up buying a pair of flipflops from a tienda china after a couple of days. I found it worth carrying separate shower shoes.
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    Buying Trekking Poles in San Sebastian

    I liked the second least expensive poles I found in both Decathlons I visited. I think they were about 8 euro each, so 16 for the pair.
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    Which poncho?

    I bought a poncho on Amazon with extra room for a backpack that I love and have used on several backcountry trips since my Camino. I don't think I see the exact same one listed but have uploaded a photo of the only name I can find on it. As you can see from the photo, I chose bright orange for...
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    Tradition…. When to start wearing your scallop shell?

    I didn't get mine until Pradela but would have happily worn it before then. Will have to steal it back from my niece if I do another Camino.
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    Sleeping with valuables

    This perfectly sums up my approach. I've been robbed twice over 25 years of travel and feel happy with the balance I've struck between caution and obsession.
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    Te Araroa - forum / info / planning

    I'd suggest checking out thetrek.co, which is hosting trail journals from at least 3 current Te Araroa backpackers, and the FarOut Te Araroa map app - https://faroutguides.com/te-araroa-map/ I don't have any personal experience on the trail, but my impression is that biking would be much more...
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    What shoes type during full winter?

    I walked the Camino in snow with no-longer-waterproof light hiking boots and found that I was fine as long as I kept walking or went indoors. My boots basically acted like a wetsuit -- my feet were wet but quickly warmed the water sloshing around inside. Just be sure to wear synthetic or wool...
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    Processionary caterpillars are DANGEROUS!!!

    Thanks for sharing this info! I saw them on the Camino last March between Castrillo de los Polvazares and Santa Catalina de Somoza. Took a photo but wasn't tempted to touch them.
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    Albergues recommendations?

    If you'll be arriving late enough that you need somewhere to sleep before you start walking, I can highly recommend Hostal Fuente de Rabé. I stayed there in late November 2021 and had a wonderful experience. Super clean, recently updated rooms and the sweetest family you could hope to meet.
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    LIVE from the Camino Live from Camino Invierno

    Yay, thanks for sharing your experience! Whenever I get the opportunity to walk another Camino, the Invierno is top of my list so I'll very happily follow your journey. Buen camino!
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    "Tapas actually Spanish for 'not enough food' confirms Spain"

    But a delightful bonus when provided free with a drink, as in Leon and Granada!
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    Should I start Camino in two weeks (December 2022)

    Yes, you should! Or at least I would if I had the opportunity. My first Camino was in December 2004, and I had a wonderful time. Just be sure to pack warm, waterproof clothing and research the next few nights' accommodation whenever you have wifi (though much less an issue if you have a mobile...
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    LIVE from the Camino 3 days on the Asturias/Viejo - Pamplona to Salvatierra

    I wasn't part of the virtual thread but am interested in this route and would be very happy to read about your walk! :)
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