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I’ve walked several caminos and found it impossible to get to 10% of my body weight, I don’t sweat it anymore. IMO carrying a larger pack is actually a good thing, they offer better back support and suspension which you will come to appreciate, just avoid the temptation to fill it. Also I’ve...
Lots of good thoughts here, I’m in the use the old pack group. I have a 52 Osprey and love it. Someone made the point of the larger packs having better support and suspension which I appreciate greatly. Also, if I need something in my pack during the day I don’t have to empty half my pack to...
I very recently started walking in compression leggings and I love them! I’ve been a big fan of compression socks for years, I couldn’t have done my caminos without them. I bought a pair at Landsend and also Eddie Bauer, one thing, they are a bit heavier but I feel a few extra ounces is worth...
I guess I like to live on the edge because I almost always check my bags. I used to work for an airline and I still use my benefits which means I’m standby and one of the last on and I absolutely hate searching for storage space onboard. I love the freedom of dropping off my bag/pack, for me...
I would ditch the clothesline, book, a couple shirts, (you won’t need an extra for evening), also the skort. As much as I love my skorts I’ve discovered they tend to dry slower. Also the towel and possibly one of the water bottles?
I was so happy I had my rain pants! Camino #1 I didn’t have them and relied on that big poncho/raincoat thing (properly called a pelerin) I hated it. Camino #2 I didn’t bring them but after checking the rainy weather forecast I was able to buy some in Burgos, they also came in very handy for...
I stayed in a lovely hostal there, Hostal Rúa 35 (recommend it highly) on Calle la Rua. There was at least one outfitter on that street, unfortunately I can’t remember the name. It’s in the old part of town right on the Camino.
I have a pair of pants that have traveled to 5 continents. They were the best, lightweight, comfortable and didn’t wrinkle. I still have them even though they haven’t been worn in public for decades, they no longer have a shape and have faded badly. Every once in awhile I put them on and think...
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