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    Feedback on packing would be (really) appreciated.

    I was told by a pilgrim that being able to string up your own clothesline between bunk posts and hang you wet clothes using clips is a winning idea.
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    Feedback on packing would be (really) appreciated.

    This gear in the pic weighs in at 8.5 lbs. All synthetic or wool (socks).
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    Feedback on packing would be (really) appreciated.

    I was told by another pilgrim to bring a stone from your homeland? I'm assuming there will be a place to set it by a cross or by a cathedral, or throw it somewhere? I'll wait for the Camion to tell me : ). I'm from Michigan in the US. A petoskey stone is a stone that is found on the shores of...
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    Feedback on packing would be (really) appreciated.

    Looks like I misunderstood what a balaclava is. The thing I have is an OR (outdoor research) Bongo (which is also a name brand, just popularized generally), just a tube of cloth that can be a scarf or hat or whatever. Sorry about the misnomer and resulting confusion.
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    Feedback on packing would be (really) appreciated.

    Is the buff just an insulated balacalva? Temps in the 50's is like shorts weather where I'm from. I do have two pair of pants (quick dry). Is the only difference between the balaclava and the buff is that the buff is more insulated?
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    Feedback on packing would be (really) appreciated.

    I'm hiking The Ingles beginning 10/9. Little rain currently forecast. Not sure if I need a poncho and raincoat. I'd prefer to take the raincoat regardless for warmth on chillier evenings, just not sure if a poncho is needed if only light rain is forecast. No cotton here, all merino wool or...
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    Weather forecast reliability

    How reliable are the weather forecasts between Ferrol and SDC? I'll be there beginning 10/9/22 and plan to take around 6 days to reach SDC. Trying to go ultra-lite (sub 10 lbs) and want to unload gear if it won't be needed. Forecasts are reading 35% chance of rain on a couple days. Planning to...
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    Trekking Poles vs. the TSA vs. Madrid to A Coruña

    I had a dream that I wouldn't have to check a bag from the US to Spain (Madrid). Looks like the TSA will confiscate my trekking poles if I try to bring them aboard as part of my carryon. Will This happen from Madrid to A Coruã or can I carry them on? I'll be starting in Ferrol 10/9/22!
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    Northern route in October 2022 - weather?

    Thank you! I'm from Michigan, USA, so I'm used to a bit of cool (60 F is shorts weather), do you think a 50 F sleeping sack is sufficient in hostels?
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    Northern route in October 2022 - weather?

    Has anyone traveled the northern route in October? I've seen averages, but am interested in boots on the ground opinion regarding clothing to pack. Thank you in advance.
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