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    List your shoes

    Salomon trail-running shoes. Non-Goretex, mostly mesh, very lightweight and ventilated. If it rains a lot they will get soaked, but at least they will dry completely overnight. Will alternate with Teva sandals, also lightweight and very comfortable, which I intend to wear whenever possible.
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    Buying Gear in Pamplona

    Tienda Belagua Calle Sangüesa, 6 (easy to find on Google maps) Pamplona Open form 10 AM to 1:30 PM and from 5 to 8 PM. They carry all trekking equipment.
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    Camino in March - Can't Find Shoes!

    I second everything Annie said! Apparently your boots are too heavy, that's why they are sliding around your feet and giving you blisters. Get a lightweight, well ventilated, flexible pair of trainers/sneakers! And make sure the last eyelets are tied firmly, keeping the shows snug around your...
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    hiking boots

    It all depends on the quality of materials and workmanship of your boots. So I always examine them carefully before I buy. And brand names don't necessarily mean quality. Most brands nowadays have a lesser line to make the boots cheaper and accessible to a wider public. I have had boots...
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    Towed Cart vs Backpack for the VF route Canterbury - Besanco

    mmm... I saw a few people pulling carts along the way: http://www.flickr.com/photos/nosdamonta ... 4162889226 but I also saw them all ABANDONED at some albergue later, harnesses and all! one guy I spoke to told me it was too cumbersome and that carrying a pack was much easier after all.
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    Another Backpack recommendation request

    I wouldn't dry-clean my backpack. Perchloroethylene is a petrol-based solvent that degrades your pack's waterproof coating. 10 minutes soaking in a big pail, or sink, or bathtub filled with warm water and baking soda takes care of the smell. Then rinse, soak 2-3 minutes in a mild solution of...
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    Backpack size

    I just bought the Yeti One Passion. Paid 250 euros. At 265 grams it's so light and small I can take my 130 gr silk liner as well on my next Camino. I tried it indoors (without the liner) in a pair of cotton pajamas with an outside temperature of 10°Celsius and was very comfortable; the bag is...
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    Raincoat-Poncho

    For those of you looking to buy an Altus poncho from the US, I came across this product by chance: http://www.thepacka.com/ It is very similar to the Altus, except that it has big armpit vents and is lighter. But it is much more expensive! Even paying for DHL overseas delivery, I guess the...
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    Raincoat-Poncho

    Don't cut the material. Just cut through the seams with a blade and attach velcro or whatever. Then apply seam sealant on the newly sewn spots (buy at outdoor stores). But even after re-sealing it will no longer be as watertight as originally...

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