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  1. Galaxy1

    Places to Buy Hiking Accessories Before Taking the first step?

    Hi all, I've created a neat and light essentials kit, following my own 500 mile Camino Frances walk in 2017. Does anyone know specific Camino shops that I could sell my kit from? I am finding that the e-commerce world is very big for my small enterprise, and I'm trying to personally reach out...
  2. Galaxy1

    Vaseline - Is it an Essential Item to Pack?

    I'm not one to pack fears, but thanks for advice.
  3. Galaxy1

    Vaseline - Is it an Essential Item to Pack?

    Dear all, I've been advised to pack Vaseline for my next trip in September (Santiago to Finisterre). I hear it has a multitude of uses but I am only aware of it's anti-chafing uses. What else can it do for a hiker/walker?
  4. Galaxy1

    3 Days on The Camino - Pilgrim Passport Required?

    Thanks for that. I'll get a new pilgrim passport, because it will definitely be refugios I'll stay in. I'm in the process of framing my credentials from last year. :)
  5. Galaxy1

    3 Days on The Camino - Pilgrim Passport Required?

    Just a short stroll from Los Arcos to Logrono
  6. Galaxy1

    3 Days on The Camino - Pilgrim Passport Required?

    After walking the full Camino Frances last year, I'm taking my self off to walk just three days soon (short retreat). I'll be staying hostels but not municipal ones. Do I need a pilgrim passport for a three night break away?
  7. Galaxy1

    Santiago to Finisterrs

    Hello everyone! I had the joy and experience of walking from SJPP to Santiago last year, and am heading back in mid September to walk from Santiago to Finisterre. I am flying in early to Santiago airport and want to get my feet on the road that day, to stay in a hostel outside Santiago/...
  8. Galaxy1

    One night in Leon

    I stayed at that hostel too. A wonderful stopover. Very clean and airy. Nice People running it.
  9. Galaxy1

    How long should a pair of shoes last?

    I'm not familiar with the maker of those shoes but any good pair of shoes should last much longer. Hopefully, you've brought it to the maker's attention? I wore Salomon's for 500 miles CF last year and the tread didn't even look worn after walking on mostly hard ground.
  10. Galaxy1

    Did anyone regret walking the Camino?

    I lay on my first bunk bed after my first day in the Pyrenees, and thought "Really? Am I going to sleep in such discomfort and listen to the dorm 'noises' for the next 5-6 weeks on the road? Really?" And within three days, I was adapting, enjoying the routine of a pilgrim day............oh, and...
  11. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    That should be printed on EVERY packing list..............lol!
  12. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    A Camino branded one sounds cool. Can you remember where you bought it?
  13. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Thanks for that!
  14. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    My ear plugs a 'must' even at home. I have noisy neighbours. I will have snoring neighbours on the Camino
  15. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Me too!
  16. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Haha! That's a step toooooo far for me!
  17. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Adaptable, nice! Great idea.
  18. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    It's a tubular cotton band that can be worn around the neck or on your head. It might be called a bandana outside of UK?
  19. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Brilliant! Thanks for that!
  20. Galaxy1

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Is that like duct tape?

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