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  1. Latecomer

    Altra trail shoes versus hiking shoes

    I put 838+ miles plus on my new ALTRA Men's Superior 3.5 doing SJPDP to Finistere, and part of the Portuguese. No blisters, I love these shoes, but the inside of the heel was wearing out before Santiago (so I added some duct tape). I highly recommend Superfeet insoles (I used Green). These...
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    Headlamp question

    I used this 4 years ago on the CF. amazon.com/gp/product/B01DNDMSLY/ I liked it a lot. " 5 Light Modes - 3 Levels of white light brightness (High/Low/Strobe) and two modes of red light (stay on/flash) illuminate up to 150ft away with the 150 lumen LEDs... Compatible with any USB port and...
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    SIM card advice

    The least expensive alternative is probably just buy a local SIM card once you are on the ground. Companies like ~simoptions.com~ tend to have high mark-ups (and no shops should you have issues). The only real disadvantages of buying a local SIMs which come to mind are that you won't know your...
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    For Sale/Wanted walking sticks

    There were some ups and downs on the Variante Espiritual and I was happy to have my poles . ¡Buen Camino!
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    Eating up data in Spain

    If you have any type of data constraint (data thresholds, caps, etc.), it is a good idea to pay attention to your detailed Cellular Data statistics. There are easy ways to see which app (or services) are using data on all modern versions of Android and iOS. Turning off all data or staying in...
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    Anyone wear white?

    My Camino fashion blunder was that both of my shirts were tan, so it always looked like I was wearing the same thing. ¡Buen Camino!
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    Drinking Vessels

    I used the Smartube system with a 1.5L Nalgene and 1L Nalgene backup on the Via de la Plata and was happy with it (because of relatively few fountains). On the Camino Frances, I used Bison Designs Bottle Bandit Carabiner Clips and 2 700ml water bottles attached to the shoulder straps on my...
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    Best prepaid telephone to buy in SJPdP

    GSM is a "world standard", however, a couple of large US mobile providers (Verizon and Sprint) networks use the "non-world standard" protocol CDMA. If you get a phone through Verizon or Sprint you need to be somewhat careful about whether it is CDMA only and whether it will be useful in other...
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    Best prepaid telephone to buy in SJPdP

    GSM is basically a world standard for mobile networks. It is used by T-Mobile and AT&T. Verizon and Sprint use a different standard (CDMA). iPhones (all, I believe) have the ability to use either type of network. Orange is a mobile provider with a large presence in Spain. I had good experience...
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    Best prepaid telephone to buy in SJPdP

    Yes, I did in September. Using an Orange SIM card which I paid a premium for at an electronics shop (Tech & Fly) in the Madrid airport - They were helpful installing and testing the SIM card before my friend and I left the shop. My iPhone (8 plus) was not bought through a carrier. Note...
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    What's the craziest thing you have done to save weight?

    I downsized from my 2.258 oz Victorinox Swiss Army Compact Pocket Knife to a 0.74 oz Victorinox Swiss Army Classic SD Pocket Knife. I am giving up the corkscrew (there were plenty around on my last trip), and the scissors and the blade are a lot smaller (almost too small), but I am saving...
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    Oh dear... cell phone app Iphone — Vodaphone — question and warning

    Hi Morgan, Another idea which MIGHT work is based on this old (11/2014) support thread: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/6663741 (Excerpt): Your husband would need to create a new Apple ID (in Spain, obviously) for login without payment information and use it. He would not be able to buy...
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    Shoe fit issues?

    At least you bought them at REI! I have already returned two pairs of shoes there in preparation for my mid-September Camino (note: I bought them during sales and had not worn either of them outside yet). I started with Salomon X Ultra 3 Low GTX Hiking Shoes, then decided on non-Gortex and...
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    My Packing List ... do your worst

    Considering that the 20lbs includes 3lbs of water and 2lbs of food, I think you are doing fine. ¡Buen Camino!
  15. Latecomer

    Walking Poles or not?

    1) If flying, buy them in SJPDP. 2) Watch some youtube videos or visit a credible outfitter in advance for tips on correct use - it matters! 3) Buy rubber tips. 4) They help on uphill, downhill, and flat. 5) Your mileage may vary. ¡Buen Camino!
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    We Leave Tomorrow - I think I need a bigger Pack!

    Finally, a valid use for the Osprey removable sleeping pad straps on the Camino! ¡Buen Camino! Looking forward to updates!
  17. Latecomer

    Use Chrome Browser (Android, iOS, Windows, etc.) to translate websites (such as Gronze.com)

    Greetings, Attached is an example of the settings in iOS to use the Chrome Browser for translating websites. The settings are similar, but slightly different on different platforms. On Windows: Chrome Browser > Settings > Advanced > Languages > Offer to translate pages that aren't in a...
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    Tablet for a Newbie?

    If you carry an external battery pack (for emergency extra life) and your iPhone you will probably carry less weight than a tablet. Plus the iPhone probably (depending on models of iPhone and tablet) has a better camera and is easier to access (in a pocket, etc.). Even though I have both, I...
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    Tablet for a Newbie?

    I also prefer a smartphone to a tablet. However, my wife loves her iPad Mini and takes it everywhere. iPads are more expensive than many other tablet options but they are more reliable than many and considered more intuitive / easy to use by some people. Most people who have iPads really like...
  20. Latecomer

    Easy access to water bottle?

    I am glad to see I am not the only one to think (actually in my case obsess) about stuff like this! On the VdlP, I used the Blue Desert SmarTube Hydration System, and was very happy with it (generally using a 2 litre Nalgene bottle, and and sometimes a one litre backup). For my upcoming Camino...

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