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    Trekking poles

    I personally don't think they are necessary on easy hikes like the Camino where you are on well formed trails usually carrying minimal weight. They are well worth it for tougher hikes that include challenges such as very steep ascents and descents, river crossings and rough terrain.
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    Decathlon is now in the US...Find of the day!

    I had to buy a backpack once and it lasted about two weeks of trail. It was a seriously bad product. If you are in the slightest bit ethical about where you shop then you'd avoid Decathlon. Evidence is for everyone to see. Go into one of their stores and see how cheap their gear is. How can...
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    Decathlon is now in the US...Find of the day!

    But many pilgrims are not serious hikers. They probably do just one or two caminos in their lives and are not found on forums like these. Many of course only do the last 100km. Either way, you get what you pay for and good quality that lasts comes at a price. It is ridiculous how cheap some...
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    Decathlon is now in the US...Find of the day!

    Decathlon is rubbish quality. Complete waste of money.
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    CP October - rain pants needed?

    Wet legs dry way quicker than wet clothes. I'd wear long pants in serious mountainous climates but not on a camino.
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    Shoes: waterproof vs breathable. Trail vs pavement on CF

    They say a picture is worth a 1000 words. This is why I won't wear Goretex again...
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    Hiking Shoes

    My best advice is to avoid anything with goretex or similar lining. If your feet get hot in goretex shoes it can literally ruin your hike as I found out a couple of times. They also take ages to dry out too. I use hiking shoes with mesh so they are very breathable.
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    What's the craziest thing you have done to save weight?

    Leaving the weight of expectation at home.
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    Trailer for walking/hiking? anyone used one??

    You would be far better off investing in proper light weight gear rather than hauling one of those things about. I mean seriously? This is the Camino, not an expedition across Russia!
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    SIM card purchase

    Orange in Spain are no longer that good. You can get way more data with Yoigo.
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    Anti snoring device

    I use two anti-snoring devices on Caminos. One is called a private room and the other is a tent. Just to note that they are not always fully effective, particularly in cheap hotels or crowded campsites.
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    Share your shoe story!

    I used the cheapest pair of Salomons (linked below) and they lasted two Caminos (well over 1000k), one Bibbulmun Track (800k) and about 1000k of NZ's rugged backcountry. I also wore them quite a bit when travelling. They cost EUR 60 in El Corte Ingles. I am buying another pair soon. They are...
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    After hike shoes/sandals?

    I have left my beloved crocs at home this time. They are just too bulky and heavy compared to flip flops. I don't like walking too far in flip flops but that's not an issue after a camino day!
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    Poll Do I absolutely need sunglasses for the Camino Frances in June?

    Not protecting your eyes is like not wearing sun screen except you only have one pair of eyes.
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    SIM card

    I still use the same Orange sim card that I bought years ago. I think it remains active for one year after the last top up.
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    Poll Do I absolutely need sunglasses for the Camino Frances in June?

    Please tell me this is a wind up?
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    Towel size

    I usually take a sarong. They are so multi-purpose and quick drying. Along with being a towel they can also act as a sleep sheet. My current one is long enough to cover me from neck to ankles. Good for keeping the hot Spanish sun off too! I probably wouldn't wear one myself but that's another...
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    SIM card

    I have used Orange in Spain every time I have visited and never had a problem with them. In the stores there is always at least one person who can speak English. They will require your passport but the process only takes about 10 minutes which is super fast for Spain! In terms of coverage I...
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    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Ear plugs are essential if you are a light sleeper. They also weigh nothing and take up no room. You could even wear them on the trail (sometimes I wish I had them in all day!).
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    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Spare ear phones. They are so lightweight it's totally worth carrying a spare pair.

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