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    The Coolest Secret Item

    I have a few items that spring to mind: Mini trekking poles that are nearly half the size, when packed, of standard poles and can be stored out of sight in your pack when alburgue rules say leave them outside. A travel toothbrush with a refillable tube of toothpaste hidden in the handle. As...
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    focussing on light gear reduced my packweight from 11kg to 5

    I have been meaning to compile a gear list ever since returning from the Camino Frances last November. On a previous Camino I had suffered from foot problems due to my backpack being too heavy and I realised that the only way I could significantly reduce my pack weight was to really apply...
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    Osprey Backpack

    I highly recommend the Osprey Sirrus. I've recently bought the mens version (Stratos 36l) and I'm really pleased with it. I've also got a Talon 44 and 22 but I wouldn't recommend these. In Osprey's attempt to make them lightweight some of the materials don't seem to be strong enough. The stretch...
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    Pacerpoles - Walk Tall

    I'm currently in Logrono and having a great Camino. I bought the new Leki micros as I didn't like the idea of leaving poles around at alburgues either. They pack down to a tiny size that easily fit in a pack and can be 'smuggled' in. Andrew. http://www.spanishfootsteps.blogspot.com
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    Netbook or mini laptop?

    After much deliberation I got an iPhone which will take the place of my 1kilo laptop on my travels.I run a business so can't depend solely on library/alburgue/I cafe connections and there were plenty of Wifi connections on the vdlp last autumn. I need it mainly for emails and blogging and so far...
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    A revelation (for me) in trekking trousers

    I've always struggled to find trekking trousers that fit my large thighs. I want stretch fabric but a loose cut that also looks smart enough to wear out to restaurants etc. I thought I was asking a lot but I asked the question anyway on a UK walking forum -...
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    camelbacks, hydration etc

    I thought Id post this having read Johnnymans 'where to carry camelback' post I used a 3 litre Source hydration bladder on the Vdlp and there was no problem in carrying it in my 38 litre Osprey Kestrel backpack. It has a hydration bladder sleeve (as do most if not all the Osprey packs) which is...
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    Netbook or mini laptop?

    I´m currently on the Via de la Plata (Caceres) and really regret not bringing my sub kilo netbook with me. The computers in cybercafes and libraries are ok for basic stuff but I cant do anything with my photos for my blog or anything with my emails which are on my home computer ( I'm trying to...
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    Blister-free socks - or your money back!

    I've been using the 1000 mile socks since Sil's recommendation 5 weeks ago. I was getting blisters before but none since using them. I've tried many socks over the years and these seem the best. I've also tried all sorts of trekking socks with or without liners. I've had no problems at all and...
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    Water bottle or hydration pouch ('camel back')?

    I wouldn't be without my Camelback on long walks. It means that I drink little and often instead of waiting until I'm thirsty and taking off the pack to drink from a bottle. I add an orange flavoured vitamin C tablet to take away the plastic taste and every other day or so I rinse it out with a...

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