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    Altra Timp 4 trail running shoes or Lone Peak All weather

    For me it has to be non waterproof Altra Lone Peak trailshoes. 1 size up on normal. Comfortable and quick drying.
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    Guide to 'O Camiño Verde' crossover - Lugo on Primitivo to Sobrado on Norte

    Thanks, BombayBill. Hoping to be there in 2 weeks.
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    Guide to 'O Camiño Verde' crossover - Lugo on Primitivo to Sobrado on Norte

    How muddy is the route Lugo Friol Sobrado?
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    To Poncho or Not Poncho...

    A poncho can also can be good as tarp shelter in case you need to sleep outside. I am planning to also bring my umbrella in June on the CF for sun and rain protection
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    How to get weight down

    We done. You do not need to lose anymore. Anything less than 7 to 8kg is great.
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    Primitivo from Naranco (out of Oviedo)

    Excellent little map guide to continuing on the primitivo from the churches near oviedo.
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    Primitivo from Naranco (out of Oviedo)

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    Gradient from SJPP to Roncesvalles

    Its just as hard a slog as Ben Nevis tourist track only a lot nicer. Take plenty of water if it's a fine day
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    1st time Camino. Starting Frances 26th Sep

    I'm doing the Camino in several trips. Started SJPDP in 2017. Starting again tomorrow at Villafranca, del Bierzo( initially with an alternative route called Ruta Dragonte). I get the impression that about half of the Albergues are open. It's very quiet. Like you I have backup with some bivy...
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    Gareth from Dublin on Camino yesterday.

    Loving the photos and travelogue. Keep them coming. Buen camino.
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    Carrying a tent through airport control

    Something like the Lanshan 1 or 2 tent will be fine. It uses trekking poles. Poles, pocket knife, pegs posted ahead using the post restante system (Lista de Correos in Spain) for collection at a post office near the start of your walk.
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    Thinking about tents

    A lot of ponchos can also be used as tarps. The 3f ul poncho is a good example. Then all you need also is your trekking poles as support, a sleep pad and your sleeping bag.
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    Thinking about tents

    Great tip. I will try that.
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    Thinking about tents

    I own a Lanshan 2 tent. Great tent. However for the camino I prefer the lighter option of a poncho tarp. I can usually keep my overall pack weight under 8kg. For food I use local cafes/bars and shops. Every few nights I stay in an albergue.
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    Thinking about tents

    I've just sorted myself out with a polycro groundsheet. I've reinforced the edges. Duct tape applied to the corners and rivet openings put through them. That groundsheet will be used with a light tyvek bivy bag, down camping quilt, thermarest xtherm pad and if necessary I will use my 3F UL...
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    Thinking about tents

    I have been doing the camino frances in week long stages. Started SJPdP October 2017 and on my last trip reached Villafranca del Bierzo. I have wild camped a few times following LNT principles. Most times I used the albergues. For wild camping my 3F UL poncho is also great as a tarp. I also use...
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    What happens when you can't find a place to sleep?

    I slept out after Ciraqui. Was it the old olive grove you slept in?
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    What happens when you can't find a place to sleep?

    Bivy under the stars. My poncho can also be used as a tarp.
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    Sept.-Oct. 2017 pilgrims: check in!

    Maurice Heneghan from the UK starting the Camino for the first time from SJPP Friday 13th October.

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