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  1. marktqm

    food - utensils

    This just adds up to the weight of your pack. If you intend to eat in bars, no need for utensils. Water bottle (or Camelback) is essential though. It would be nice to have a 'waiter' Swiss knife for the wine and canned goods if you're buying from the tiendas along the way.
  2. marktqm

    Crocs!!

    Careful with Crocs, take a look at the link below: http://crocsaccidents.blogspot.com/ Scary! It's a good thing the uphill climbs along the camino are plain ancient footpaths still, not escalators (like some places in Hong Kong).
  3. marktqm

    waterproofs in the shower

    I actually did this exercise when preparing for the camino, and it worked!
  4. marktqm

    To Ipod or not to Ipod

    In my case bringing a small MP3 (512 MB) player enhanced my Camino. Standing up there on a mountaintop listening to Morten Lauridsen's choral motet O Magnum Mysterium ('O Great Mystery') was an experience of a lifetime, if only for a few minutes. Just goes to show everyone's camino...
  5. marktqm

    checking backpacks on international flights

    Last year I used one of these: http://www.pro-tector.co.uk Worked really well. Easy to open, keeps the dirt off the surface of the rucksack. Mark
  6. marktqm

    thermarest???

    Kbolynne, It may be a good idea to bring a sleeping pad if your backpack weighs only 7.5 kg. But remember that you will also be carrying a liter or two of water, so that's an additional 1 to 2 kilos. Mark
  7. marktqm

    Berghaus Freeflow IV 30 + 6 ladies fit

    Hi JaneB, I interpret this as 30L, expandable by 6L more, right? Size seems ok. It's the stuff that you stuff in it that could break your back so you're only halfway there. Start weighing your gear. Good luck. ;-) Mark
  8. marktqm

    Problem with boots

    Hi Shell, The question is: do you feel comfortable in them? Even if it is new it shouldn't cause you too much injury. If you're one of the folks who carry a really light backpack, you may opt to use sandals as you are walking in summer, probably not too much need for boots. You...
  9. marktqm

    Problem with boots

    Shell, I suggest that you get new boots (there's still time for breaking them in) or consider sandals. Mark
  10. marktqm

    Sheets, Packs, and Shoes

    Pardon my ignorance, but how does the bed bug sheet work?
  11. marktqm

    Handcart?

    I sure wouldn't want to be on an elephant coming down El Acebo to Molinaseca! Mark
  12. marktqm

    Handcart?

    Ray Bertoia and his wife, who have DVD's of their camino available for those interested, did use a handcart, though they encountered several equipment problems on the way. Mark
  13. marktqm

    Wearing shorts?

    I prefer zip-off pants. If it's cold in the morning as I set off, it's pants with jacket. As the day goes on, the pant legs come off, the jacket gets stashed in the rucksack. Depends on the season really. Probably more 'shorts' people in the summer.
  14. marktqm

    Sticks and poles - what to do....

    For those who are gadget-crazy, consider this: http://www.trek-tech.com If you're into photography, you can take a picture of yourself without being dependent on other pilgrim's photography skills. Mark
  15. marktqm

    Re Umbrellas?

    An umbrella is a good idea, if the weight won't be a problem. Next time (if there is a next time) I'll be bringing one myself.
  16. marktqm

    The Big thread about Lacing tips for shoes and boots

    For those interested in learning how to tie one's sholaces, visit this site: http://www.fieggen.com/shoelace/index.htm Mark
  17. marktqm

    another pack list :)

    I beg to disagree that those headlamps are the least disturbing. In fact, I was awakened many times by lights dancing around the room like it was a disco with crunching plastic bags as the music. I had one of those Petzl things too, did't weigh more than 100 grams with the batteries if I...
  18. marktqm

    drain plug, guidebooks, soap, ear plug and knife...

    bibtracker, A lot of pilgrims wear polyester shirts, sometimes called technical shirts. Among other benefits such as wicking away sweat and drying faster, they don't need to be ironed. No need for a lint remover either! Mark
  19. marktqm

    drain plug, guidebooks, soap, ear plug and knife...

    Buena, You can wash your clothes without a sink plug. It's a matter of technique. First you wet all the items under the tap, remove all the mud, then add your detergent and create lather (you don't need standing water for that). Then rinse. There are 'lavaderos' in most albergues. In...
  20. marktqm

    another pack list :)

    Hola buena! Consider a light water bottle instead of a camel pack. Easier to fill up and monitor the water level. Unless you plan on buying mineral water along the way. The flashlight, whistle and duct tape I think you can afford to leave home. You already have sports tape. I'd suggest...

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