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    Questioning the wisdom of bringing mosquito netting

    4 caminos and not one mosquito bite
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    Where to get shoes in Leon?

    When we were in Leon in '16, there was a great sports shop down the main street heading back East.
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    Do you carry an umbrella for the Camino?

    No, I have a hat with vents and a wide brim that does the protection. On the Ingles in '19, I had to shield my face with a bandana on the way to Bruma.
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    How many pairs of shoes did you go through?

    I walk primarily in a very broken in pair of Hoka Ones. Halfway through the walk, I change to a very good walking sandal. Once in Santiago, I leave my Hokas behind after a traditional photo op on the steps of the cathedral with my shoes showing on the pillar.
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    Rain Skirts/Kilts/Aprons

    We met a man from Belgium last year who wore a skirt every day.
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    Should I pack my kindle?

    The Norte is lonely in good years so you might want the Kindle for reading.
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    Shoes to relax in

    Light weight Teva
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    What do you have to take every Camino?

    Vaseline for my feet
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    Gaiters

    When we walked over the Pyrennes, I wished I had them.
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    Women over 60 who DON'T take a sleeping bag...

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    Who has packed the lightest pack?

    9 lbs in '18.
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    Raincoat or poncho?

    Poncho that will fit over your pack.
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    How light is too light? Backpack question

    Same light load.
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    Buen Camino App

    Yes. My husband used it on the Norte in May.
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    Walking Poles on the Primitivo. Yes or No.

    Save your knee and hip joints for later years. Use poles.
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    Trekking sticks are not permited in airplane cabin base on the TSA

    I took mine on a United flight in June. I wrapped them in newspaper and masking tape. No problem on United, Europa or Ryanair.
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    For Sale/Wanted Cushioned Hoka Bondi's... Just too small😭

    Yes, way top small. I wear a 6 in U.S. I wear 7.5 Hoka.
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    Arrrgh. . . It's Too Red. Will It Be Like Carrying An Easter Egg?

    You are right. This is a first world problem. There will be advantages to having the bright color, baggage claim for example.
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    WhatsApp Question

    There is a way to check to see who else on your contact list uses Whatsapp. My husband is on the Norte now, and we talk by phone most days using this app.
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    Meseta sandals?

    Would never work for me; not enough support.

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