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    Socks

    Here is another vote for Wrightsocks - double layered. They have been my go-to! Never had a blister.
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    Hiking Sandals only?

    @catheriam - the BEST post ever!!!!
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    OK guys, what underwear?

    I go with "body glide." I'll assume that this product goes by many names depending on where you are from. But it is applied to areas that often chafe and it comes in a container much like an underarm deodorant. It works very well.
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    OK guys, what underwear?

    Runderwear boxers are the best for me.
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    Wright socks ( almost)

    Wrightsocks are always my go to for my caminos - they are double layered and I never had a blister wearing them. I just bought another three pair for my April journey. They run about $22-$25 USD each on their website
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    Boxer shorts - any recommendations

    Runderwear!! Great.
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    Favourite Socks

    I'm a big fan of Wrightsocks. I use them always when hiking or any physical activity. They are double layered - essentially a liner sewn within the outer sock. Very comfortable and I never ever had a blister.
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    HOKA warning

    I loved my Hoka One One! Trained about 100 miles on them prior to the Camino Frances and they lasted the entire 500 miles there. The heal was worn down by the end so I gave them the proper burial. I hike with replacement Hokas now - they have been great to me.
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    Where to purchase trekking poles in Sarria?

    Perigrinoteca is a great store - they have everything and they employ the best folks - always so nice and accommodating. Right at the base of the staircase.
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    Best money belt

    I've had money belts in the past however, I now prefer a wallet with a chain attached. The chain is then looped around your belt and secured with an eye hook type of device
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    Socks!

    Wright socks are my go to on my Caminos. They are double layered. Never had a blister - never!!
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    Waterproof shoes

    Another vote NOT to use Goretex shoes. At the end of a wet day, stuff your (non-Goretex) shoes with newspaper 3 times; 1st time for 30 minutes, next time for a couple of hours and last time when you fall asleep. Its amazingly effective.
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    Gossamer Gear backpack options

    The g4-20 has a sit pad that acts much like a support. It can be taken out but I never have done so. The sit pad prevents sweating regardless of the fact that it is frameless. Highly recommended. One of my sons through-hiked the AT and took a look at my G4-20 - he loved it.
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    Gossamer Gear backpack options

    I'm a fan of the G4-20. The additional 12L is handy. The 30L should do you fine for the required kit. I start my Camino end of March and that is what I will be bringing along!
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    Suggestions for Lightening my Backpack for a 6-day Camino Walk

    lacrosse ball??? You must live in the DC - NY corridor! Are you gonna find other Americans to have a game on the Camino?? haha
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    Sleeping bag

    I am starting my journey on March 30th from SJPP. My prior two Caminos were in May and September. I didn't pack a sleeping bag but blankets were generally available. Given the Covid era, the likelihood of not having a blanket is high as I understand it. I purchased a 50F rated bag which is...

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