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  1. Sharonih

    Bed liner vs sleeping bag

    Last CF I did (mid March-April) there were days I needed my small lightweight Woods Sleeping bag but am hoping to do another (CF or Le Puy) this coming Spring and I am considering bringing a sleeping bag liner and a lightweight small polar fleece blanket. Has anyone done similar and has thoughts...
  2. Sharonih

    Did you take many photos and videos?

    I took my phone, though not as good as a DSLR especially with a telephoto lens. My many many photos I have taken have brought myself and others much joy. As well there was no added weight or bulk to my pack plus I could do many more unintrusive photos since the sound was off as well.
  3. Sharonih

    Trekking Pole in Saint Jean Pied-de-Port

    Lots, though we chose to buy ours at a store close to the Pilgrims Office I am sure there are way more. We bought the cheapest pair and they were great throughout the whole trip.
  4. Sharonih

    Snoring - useful info?

    That’s awesome that you are concerned. I would like to think most people realize one does not snore on purpose so no one should be giving you a cold shoulder about it. Honestly I was only slightly irritated with one person that snored but as soon as I fell asleep I did not notice. I think people...
  5. Sharonih

    How to tell my parents?

    Though I am older my parents thought I was crazy, I showed them some YouTube videos and explained that I understood they weren’t fathoming why I would want to do this but I was going to do it regardless. For me the end result was that I heard negative /sanity questioning comments till I left but...
  6. Sharonih

    In Paris, can’t find reasonable way to SJPDP - April 27030, 2023

    I flew by Ryan Air to Barritz then bussed, it worked great
  7. Sharonih

    Did you take many photos and videos?

    I bought a smartphone with the best available camera in my price range. I love taking photos and looking at them. The photos weren’t always to the level that my bigger camera and lens would have had but the extra weight probably would have been negligible but the bulky camera would have...
  8. Sharonih

    Trekking poles, and testing foot wear

    As far as the poles go I found that when I used them vigorously I had shoulder issues but when I kept my arms in a natural swing with the poles I had less problems. Initial stiffness is normal
  9. Sharonih

    Old healed blister. Dead skin came off, no blister, should I tape?.

    I would tape it while walking and let it breathe at night to protect the new skin
  10. Sharonih

    Leaving mementos of loved ones in the CF

    Excellent question as many people leave small items behind in memory. Everyone has a thought or opinion on this . I would say choose carefully as I walked through a grove of trees after bad weather and in one area lots of photos/poems were left. Sadly the paper items were torn , stained and...
  11. Sharonih

    Best money belt

    I bought mine from the local Dollar Store. During the day as I bought a neck one I hang it around my neck under my top shirt. At night it’s at the bottom of my sleeping bag
  12. Sharonih

    (Even) wider brimmed walking hat

    I have a variety of Tilly Hats i have a variety of Tilley Hats which are incredible as they can be rolled, folded, washed and keep their shape. 🇨🇦
  13. Sharonih

    Sleeping bag and Poles in SJPP

    I bought my poles in SJPdP, I bought the 2nd cheapest set and I am still using them. I expected to pay more than here and I did but I did not want the worry of taking poles with my Carry On and the possibility they would be confiscated. I brought a small sleeping bag with me.
  14. Sharonih

    Quick drying hiking tshirt help

    I wore all quick dry clothes, I showered every day and light washed my clothes every day. No odour and fresh every day. I had a Merino wool long sleeve top which I wore as a top layer as I found it itchy but I do have super sensitive skin
  15. Sharonih

    Name on all my stuff?

    I didn’t but I put coloured ribbons on my poles, pack and footwear so they would hopefully not be mistaken for anyone else’s things.
  16. Sharonih

    medical travel insurance for Canadians?

    Call around and get prices for what you need, last few trips I’ve used Tugo, though previously I have gone through Costco.
  17. Sharonih

    medical travel insurance for Canadians?

    Call around and get prices for what you need, last few trips I’ve used Tugo
  18. Sharonih

    Is it rude to ask people why they walk

    I would say not at all, if someone doesn’t want to answer in full “for personal reasons or it’s private ” suffices and no one should ever take offence to that.
  19. Sharonih

    Antacids

    I brought tums with me as occasionally I do have issues with unfamiliar foods but I didn’t use any.
  20. Sharonih

    All the single ladies, all the single ladies

    There is a female Pilgrims FB page and it is a wonderful source of information as we do have some questions and concerns that men would not.

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