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    A long (winding) road.

    Long (winding, and sometimes misty) road. (Really enjoying these - thanks so much) EDIT: Location is Firmi, chemin saint jacques de compostelle (10June2019)
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    Walking the Camino Frances with Rheumatoid Arthritis - Need Advice on Poles

    Pacer poles fantastic. Great for RA and post-surgery (hip, foot, knee).
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    Hiking Poles with Angled Grips similar to Pacer Poles?

    Your great idea got me wondering about taking only the top section as carry on. I became a big Pacerpole fan after foot surgery. On my outbound trip I don't want to risk delaying the start of my Camino by losing my backpack if checked in (as I've lost checked in luggage numerous times). My...
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    Dave Whitson's new book "Pilgrimage: A Medieval Cure for Modern Ills"

    After hearing a brief comment about Dave's new pilgrimage book on his Camino podcast, I immediately bought and devoured it within days of being released. Why did it appeal so much to me? Methodology. Dave skilfully synthesises a swathe of academic research on pilgrimage, and not just the...
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    Water shoes instead of sandals?

    There are various brands of water shoes.... I replaced my Hoka recovery slipons with these Aleader Xdrain water shoes on my last Camino. As well as draining water very quickly, they are super light. I found them really comfortable (even on cobble stones) because they have a spongy sole. Silly...
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    Camino hacks

    It has ‘steel core’ so can’t be cut with scissors. It would require a serious piece of equipment - unlikely a petty thief would carry, let alone be prepared to use in public. The link I shared has more info. :cool:
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    Camino hacks

    I am most grateful for several suggestions here that worked wonders on my recent less-travelled Camino with multiple days of rain. EG Kanga’s suggestion of a large Osprey drybag to place pack inside at night to avoid bedbugs :) ; Trecile’s suggestion of a laundry strip in drybag with dirty...
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    Test and Assessment of Armaskin Socks as Blister Protection

    Armaskin have a toe sock version you may want to try at https://www.armaskin.com/collections/anti-blister-toe-sock
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    Murray to Mountains Rail Trail

    I‘m also very keen to find a local make-do that doesn’t require the complications of camping or transport . Avoiding camping means a lighter packs which also tempts more friends/family to participate. Avoiding transport means fewer interruptions to the simplicity of pure walking. I tried two...
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    Episode 37 - Phil Cousineau's Art of Pilgrimage

    Can I just say: this is just brilliant! 👏👏 Thanks Dave for interviewing Phil Cousineau. I’ve listened to it 3 times! Some real nuggets - thank you. Plus it inspired me to buy his book.
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    The Packa

    For my 3rd Camino I purchased a Packa (30d sil in blue). I got the medium as I am 178cm male and carried a 40 litre pack (not full without any sharp objects). Yes it is on the expensive side especially when you add US$38 delivery to Sydney, Australia. However, It was absolutely great for all...
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