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    Permethrin

    Not sure about France, but the pharmacies in Spain do carry an aerosol spray that is suitable for bedding and bags. I don’t recall the name, but just ask. I am very reactive to bug bites and got eaten alive in my first Camino. So, I now pre-spray with permethrin. I understand the arguments...
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    "Wear one, wash one" or "wear one, wash one and spare one"

    I do like the occasional machine wash. So, I just send out a loud offer in the Albergue to have other pilgrims give me their clothes to fill up my load. Sharing is caring
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    Number of shoes to take (and underwear and other stuff...)

    2 bras, 3 pr underwear, 3 socks for me. Some people just brought 2/2/2 and made sure to wash out every night. Don't take your parent's advice, just the boots/hikers + either flip flops or sport sandals will be fine. I have a packing list for ladies you can check out which might help you made...
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    Zip lock bags vs dry bags vs stuff sacks

    I used zip loc bags for my electronics, food and diary. But for my clothes, I'm very fond of the Sea-to-Summit drybag. It's made of a very thin material, is water proof (although perhaps not river proof) AND it compresses down, so you get the best of both. And it won't make that annoying...
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    Permethrin

    I meant to use it and then forgot, to my great regret. I was eaten alive by bed bugs - I'm one of those people that the bugs like. I have since used it to spray the inside of my bag. That way if you pick up a few, they won't move in on you. My brother-in-law also recommends traveling with a dog...
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    Bra Recommendations?

    I took one sport bra and two normal bras. I found myself wearing my normal bras most of the time. I went in the summer and they always dried on time as long as I got them on the line before taking my afternoon nap. I just updated my chick-friendly packing list with some input from the Camigas...
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    Extra pair of boots?

    I also prefer lighter hikers like these Keen hikers- they are more like a trail runner. That said, you should wear what is comfortable for you. I also advocate for bringing sport sandals. I like wearing them in the evening to air out my feet and they can double for a walking shoe in a pinch
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    Somebody help?!

    I experience shreaking pains in my toes and ultimately realized that it was from my right calves. My solution was a good stretch in the AM and PM.
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    "Sizing Up" in Shoes??

    I size for a roomy fit. If the shoe has a larger toe box, then that might be my normal size. If it's a bit tight, I'll try one size up. You socks also matter so bring your preferred hiking sock into the store to try on with the boot. My current favorite is the Keen waterproof hiking shoe...
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    Travelling Light

    I had a 35L bag. I had a third set of clothes. Some of it because of needing something to wear on the plane and I like a little bit of choice. You may also want to consider a silk sleep bag, a long sleeve something like a light fleece for cool mornings, a small bag to carry your valuables at...
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    The ultimate pocketknife to take on the camino

    There is a thing called the Gerber Dime Tool. It's like a Swiss Army knife but without the blade. This would be good for people who are flying from the US and need a TSA friendly tool. Don't forget some duct tape and ziploc bags...they are very handy. If you want to see more the weird little...
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    My Teva's REALLY smell

    Try one of the following: *baby powder * a squirt of lemon juice buen camino
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    VdlP: Drafting my equipment list

    A few thoughts: The food box seems bulky. I just used a combo of grocery bags, ziploc bags and duct tape (to seal up the bags). That worked OK for me. Rather than clothespins, consider a caribiner or large twisty tie things (in my link below), they work on laundry but do double duty for other...
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    uggg my packing list has no fun

    Keep: * paper journal (if that's what you are accustomed to using) * digital camera (if you are a photographer) * lightweight fleece (I used mine in the AM...even in August) + 1 lightweight long sleeve Ditch: * coil (albuerges have teapots) * physioball? * Garmin- have your phone unlocked and...
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    Bed bugs and black bags

    I neglected to treat with permethrin, much to my everlasting regret as my time on the Camino was particularly bad for the little bastards. I now do a quick spray before any trip to avoid any problems. If you forget, there is a Spanish version of it that they sell in the pharmacies (but oddly...
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    My July packing list

    I would keep the small-ish purse thing- easier to take things for an evening out. I just carry a small wallet and skip the money belt. I hate those things- if I don't carry one at home, why do I need one in Spain? I also took a light fleece pullover and liked having it on the plane and for...
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    40L pack too small or?

    I used a 35L back with held all of my packing list items and had room for snacks along the way. However, I traveled after finishing the Camino and my husband brought me a small supplemental bag with some extra (cute) clothes. Your packing list will help you control volume. You can find mine...
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    any gear after pics?

    The link below will take you to my packing list. It is largely what I took with me with a few exceptions: * Sleeping bag: I took a summer weight sleeping bag with me. Heavier than a silk liner but it packed pretty small. I experienced some bed bug issues and so sacrificed the bag at the end of...
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    Sandals

    I took what I had which was a pair of Tevas like the ones in the link below. I also took flip flops for the shower. I didn't need both. If I was doing it over again, I'd just do the Tevas. More comfortable for walking around at night. Here's the link to the Tevas: http://amzn.to/1TkbjhL They...
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    Sandals vs flip flops

    I took both tevas and flop flops and didn't need both. I would opt for the tevas because I like the support. But pick whichever you find more comfortable. If photography is important to you, try to fit in the camera. I kept my bag to 14lbs (6.3k) and it was perfect. Here's my suggested packing...

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