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    Boots or shoes?

    Which ever you choose, they better be well broken in by now or you may be sorry. 😩 Monday isn’t far away. 😜
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    Gaiters

    Thanks Henry. Appreciate your input. Curious to know if you have ever walked the Camino with your friend David? I’ll be sure to packs some treats for you. David will have to get his own treats🐶😊
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    Gaiters or waterproof socks

    I have used Outdoor Research Rocky Mountain Low gaiters. Got mine thru REI. They keep out debris well. I have only had light rain while wearing them on hikes at home but they did the trick. It had been raining buckets though. If you happen to step into puddles, they help keep mud and water out...
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    Gaiters

    Do any of you use rain gaiters over your shoes/boots while on the Camino? I’ll be walking in September when rain is common. I usually wear long pants which mostly keeps rain and debris out of my boots. Just curious if bringing them was worth the weight for you. Thx
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    Sleeping bag liner

    Hi Susan, I might be tempted to pin the zipper in place where you want it before you cut the fabric. So first Turn the liner inside out and crease it exactly where you want the zipper to run. Pin the crease in place. Use a very long basting stitch to sew about 1/2 inch from the zipper crease...
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    Women over 60 who DON'T take a sleeping bag...

    Hi Sherry, I have not yet walked the Camino but I’m planning my trip for September. I am 64 so thot I might offer my 2 cents. I will have a sleeping bag liner as well as a lightweight blanket called the Cocoon CoolMax Blanket purchased on line. It measures 70” x 55” and weights around 12 ounces...
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    Luxury items

    i too like my alone time and while I don’t mind talking to people once in a while, I really enjoy my own company. Good for you listing this pleasure as a luxury. Oh! I won’t tell anyone. Just like a secret meadow that is only yours.
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    Socks

    I’m working on my training hikes for my upcoming first Camino. I’m trying out several brands. I have wright socks, Smart wool, Darn Tough and Injinji liners as well as Injinji hiking crew socks. The Wright socks... for me not so great. The Darn tough and smart wool are good so far. Have been...
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    Luxury items

    I’m not a drinker of beer wine or any other alcohol but for me, I relish a really cold Diet Coke on a hot afternoon or after a long day or at breakfast instead of coffee or... Hey we all have our addictions. Reminds me I have some neoprene fabric lying around. Maybe it’s time to fashion a double...
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    Luxury items

    Wow I had no idea some people feel having with you something you want but don’t ‘need’ is somehow against the pilgrim code. IMO this just seems a surprising idea, considering no one ‘needs’ to walk the Camino in the first place, but rather wants to do it. However I am not here to criticize how...
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    Luxury items

    Hi friends. I am constantly thinking about the Camino which I hope to walk in sept 2020. Lately I’ve been thinking about which luxury item, if any, I might want to bring along. Small musical instrument, tiny watercolor painting kit, music player in addition to a smart phone, comfy slippers...
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    Wearable Warning Lights for Pilgrims/Walkers

    The flashing safety lights are a great idea. I have a couple lights called Photon Freedom, I think. They are exceptionally light weight. Mine came with a necklace and also a snap on clip which lets you fasten a light to the brim of your hat or anywhere you like on your pack. They have...
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    Wearable Warning Lights for Pilgrims/Walkers

    Hi Da
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    Keen sandals and orthotic insoles

    Recently I was also looking for sandals which could accommodate my orthotics. I have keens and I do wear them for short periods without my inserts but was hoping to find sandals I could wear with the inserts. I found this site which offers some fisherman style sandals. I have not purchased any...
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    Do tiny rocks jump into your boots? Cheap, easy, lightweight solution

    Love this idea. I’m all for repurposing in this throw away disposable world. Recently I have been thinking about home made ways to keep rain from running into my boots when I’m wearing shorts. I think I’ll try this quick n easy solution. I’ll need to find the right six or I may just end up with...
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    Cheap but fine equipment

    Well if you or someone you know is handy with a sewing machine you might take a look at the sewing pattern for a cross between a poncho and a parka called The Parcho. It’s available thru questoutfitters.com. I have not made this pattern but it looks promising. It has large capelike sleeves...
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    Lightweight sit pads

    Tyvek is great for so many things. I just finished making a small stuff sack from it. For sure I will pack a tyvek “nap mat”
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    Lightweight sit pads

    Oooh great idea. I have one of those kicking around. Thanks
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    Lightweight sit pads

    Thanks for all the ideas. I had not thought of bubble wrap but that’s a great idea. I will need to stop myself popping the bubbles in absent minded fiddling. Really great idea! My pack does not have the foam stiffening piece at the back but I have been thinking of adding one just to see if I...
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    Lightweight sit pads

    Has anyone carried a light weight sitting pad for those times when you just need a break but you are in between towns? I’ve seen some that weigh only 1-2 ounces. Just thinking a foam seat pad might help keep my bum dry if it’s wet or muddy when I need to sit on the ground to check my feet or...

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