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    Where to buy an electric kettle

    Would a coil heater for a mug do? Available from Amazon for 220 0r 110 volts. Very small for the backpack and legal for the flight.
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    Rethinking my CF-ish route after Burgos (and I start in 7 days!)

    Me too.
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    OK guys, what underwear?

    I wore Patagonia boxers and most of the time wasn't aware that I was wearing them. Very importantly, they dry quickly after washing - either overnight on the Albergue washing line or on the back of your backpack during the day.
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    Walking Poles

    Adjust the length until your forearms are horizontal with the poles vertical. Then walk with a natural swing as they help to propel you forward. I found walking poles aided my speed plus gave me much better stability and confidence on rough and loose paths of which there are many on the Camino...
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    Nicknaming the People You Walk With

    Naughty but nice 😊
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    Senior Walking the Portuguese Coastal Route in the Rain: Advice Needed

    I suggest Goretex boots and two walking poles. Plus good socks and sock liners to keep your feet dry and healthy. You should also have your boots fitted at the shop. That way I found that my boot size is 11 against my shoe size of 10. Im fact I now have size 11 and a half as that prevents...
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    Tarta de Mondoñedo

    I'd not heard of it but I know that I'd like it because I like all the ingredients. I suppose that it's similar to a bakewell tart which is delicious - pastry then raspberry jam then frangipane then flaked almonds on top.
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    Where do you shop? [in the UK]

    I recommend Cotswold, especially for buying boots. They ensured that I bought the correct type and size and I suffered no blisters on the Camino expect for a tiny one on a toe after trekking downhill all day.
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    First day SJPdP to Orisson

    That is not familiar to me. Is it the Route Napoleon?
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    Kindness of pilgrims

    Thank you very much for sharing this. Reading it brought tears to my eyes and, as you say, it reflects the best of the Camino. I hope that you are now recovered and that you can look forward to your next adventure on The Way. Buen Camino!
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    Finding Accommodation Along the Camino: A Top Tip

    Thank you - great tip.
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    COVID Masking on the Camino

    Just remember that a mask tends to protect other people from you rather vice versa.
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    Boxer shorts - any recommendations

    I wore Paramo Cambia boxers for my camino. I took three pairs with me. They are comfortable, wash easily and dry quickly and you can get away with wearing a pair for more than a day if necessary.. I usually changed mine in the evening, washing the pair that I took off and hanging them up to dry...
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    Are you ready for another round of "I can't find a bed"

    I thought that one could only make a booking at private Albergues and not the municipal ones. Having said that where do the Roncesvalles monastery and others fit in?
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    What’s going on?

    Bravo, good luck and Buen Camino!
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