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Paramo jackets?
Hi Donna, I've Cascada trousers and find them absolutely brilliant, they are breathable, plenty of movement, warm and weather proof. In fact, I bought a second pair because they're so excellent.... Perfect for English winter walking and my original pair lasted 10 years! ... The two possible...- Pete Dunn
- Post #19
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My Pack Is Too Heavy: Woe Is Me!
Please, please don't start with a heavy pack, or you will either 1) fail, 2) resent it or 3) dump half of it. I saw all 3 in my 5 weeks on the Camino. Heed the advice of others. Don't take a set of underwear or shirt for every day of the week... the albergue's have washing facilities...- Pete Dunn
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Boots or trail shoes or trainers? Not sure what to take please advise.
There is no right or wrong answer. I wore lightweight boots and got bad blisters, a friend wore trail shoes and also experienced blisters, although not for the first few weeks. As an experienced walker, this was a novel experience as I NEVER get blisters!! My mistakes were: 1) I did not wear...- Pete Dunn
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The best gadget for the Camino!
Swiss Army Knife - invaluable Scissors - to cut nails and blister padding material Corkscrew - obligatory! Bottle opener - as above Knife - to prepare lunch on the trail Pete- Pete Dunn
- Post #21
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Paramo jackets?
I swear by Paramo. It keeps me warm, dry and is incredibly comfortable. BUT.... It is designed as part of a layering system and works best with other Paramo gear. I've ended up purchasing Paramo base layers, fleeces, jackets, trousers, and loads of Nikwax to reproof the outer layers. This...- Pete Dunn
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Compeed Plasters
Compeed has saved my feet on many occasions in the past. Use it as soon as you feel a sore patch, don't wait until it's become a full blown blister. Good advice here is to get the right boots and socks that fit you, and test them thoroughly before you commence the Camino. However, the real...- Pete Dunn
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