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  1. Cambridge Pilgrim

    Osprey Exos 48 good pack for Camino?

    I have never left this to chance and have always walked with a Union Jack pinned to my rucksack! Likely the bad teeth would’ve been a give away though :D
  2. Cambridge Pilgrim

    Outer travel pack for back pack is it necessary

    Clingfilm (or Saran Wrap) is your friend! Basically a DIY luggage wrap. Though not the most eco-friendly of solutions in hindsight. :confused: I’m liking the laundry bag idea. Two uses for the price of one! Top tip!
  3. Cambridge Pilgrim

    Pilgrim scallop shell

    I went to our local Morrisons (supermarket here in UK), bought two scallops; shells and all. Cooked the scallops with chorizo and served to Peregrino Tez with a salad! After drilling a hole and adding some string the shells have now completed two caminos.
  4. Cambridge Pilgrim

    The perfect iPhone App for the Camino Francés ?

    TrekRight for us. Great for planning whilst on-the-go. We cycled most of our Camino so gradient info was particularly useful(!) as was the ability to quickly check how far ahead various place were and where we'd likely make it to. Albergue contact details allowed us to phone ahead on the day and...
  5. Cambridge Pilgrim

    Is tipping required in Spain?

    Tipping is definitely customary in Spain but not "expected". Just watch what the locals do. They will typically leave the small change after a beer or coffee. 10% after a meal is reasonable and if you can afford to add another € onto your pilgrim's meal then do so. If you can't - no sweat but a...
  6. Cambridge Pilgrim

    Tarp or Hammock, what would you advise?

    You can take a look at something like DD Tarps. I've got one - actually only used it as an awning for our tent so far but there are loads of resources online to show how the tarp can be turned into a shelter (with more or less privacy depending what you want) using one or two trekking poles or...

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