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I always wear shorts (baggy and not made of cotton), as I usually walk in hot weather. Even when it rains, I've found that it's easier to dry your legs than a pair of trousers. I do carry long trousers (chinos, as they're lighter than jeans), but usually to wear in the evening.
Hello. I’ve got an Osprey 48 litre, which is as large as I’d recommend for anyone. It’s got a cooling system as well, so your back is not directly next to the pack. I’ve completed half of the Camino Frances with it so far, and have no intention of using anything else. As other people have...
I walked from Logroño to Burgos last September and walking shoes were fine for me. I reckon that wearing well worn footwear that fits you well would be my advice.
The only sure way to get these items on to the plane is to pay for checked baggage. However, when I flew out of Santiago last June, they allowed me to check in my rucksack, as it had a walking pole in it. I'm doing the Camino in instalments so, as the pole only cost 5 euros from a shop in...
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