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    The Norte gets very quiet after Avilés

    Sounds wonderful. I will bear this in mind for next year. Thanks.
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    Lidl UK RockTrail’ Hiking Gear

    I bought a pair of their hiking poles about 3 years ago, maybe not the same make/model, but it might give an indication. They needed some adjusting and tightening to make them suitable, the clip type grips that extended the poles were a bit loose, but could be tightened to stop them collapsing...
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    Reflections of the Camino Norte in October.

    Thank you for the information, I am aiming at walking the Norte soon, probably off season, so this is really helpful. I may combine it with the Inglese, by walking the coast to Ferrol and avoiding even more crowds, I do not fancy the more crowded routes like the Frances.
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    "Working from home" along The Way(s)?

    Hi, I agree with the comment about Scottish midges, they are a nuisance that can wreck a holiday. I live in Scotland, some areas have limited mobile phone and wifi reception, the more remote areas are typically the best looking and also have the limited reception. O2 and Vodaphone have good...
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    Best way back to UK

    I have done the ferry across the Bay of Biscay, it was fine on the way south, but northbound it was rough and 2/3rds of the party were really seasick. Biscay has a reputation for being like that, but I much prefer the ferry to the airport stress.
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    Bigger size Shoe

    I do have 2 pairs of French Army surplus, that I have tried on a short walking holiday, in soggy England. I grabbed them as they were reduced to clear, £30 each! and a decent fit. At that sort of price I was prepared to risk an impulse purchase. Other shoes I have bought and then reassessed them...
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    Bigger size Shoe

    Hi, I have UK size 15 extra wide and I have the same problem. I would advise finding a pair of shoes/boots that you are comfortable with before you leave. Having outsize feet means that fit is much more important than lightness, I just don't have the range of options available. I know where to...
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    Understanding Spain's Recent History: Recommended Books

    I have a copy of Ghosts of Spain, by Giles Tremlet, I would reccommend.
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    Bedbug repellent sprays?

    I am one of those people who react to DEET based repellant when it is applied to my skin, I have extensive experience with Scottish midges so this whole subject is of interest to me. Does contact with Permethrin cause similar reaction,or is it best to just try a small sample and see? It may vary...

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