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  1. tomjane40

    Should I bring my own Mercado bag?

    I had a bag I used for many things. Mostly mercado purchase, and taking things to the shower. It was great and I was glad I had it.
  2. tomjane40

    Pocket coin pouch for those EU coins?

    Interesting question. I use a typical money belt that goes around my waist, under my clothes, that I literally wear every minute that I am not in the shower. So many are having issues with pick pockets, getting things stolen from backpacks while they sleep, etc. My belt has a larger opening...
  3. tomjane40

    Pack weight question

    You still have time to adjust. You only need one day outfit and one night outfit because you do laundry every day. Also, you do not need to fill your water bladder. I typically put one liter in each day. There are countless water stations all along in the little villages. Enjoy!
  4. tomjane40

    Help! Pack too heavy! — CF Sept & Oct — Senior Woman

    I hiked the Camino Frances in 10 September/17 October 2017. My knee replacement was in Oct 2016. Although the temps cool a little into October, not enough to warrant two seasons of clothing. I had one day outfit and one night time outfit. I washed my day clothes everyday upon arriving at the...
  5. tomjane40

    Recommendation for best Ladies Pack

    If you are in the US - and have access to REI sports stores, start there. They are skilled in fitting your pack. AND you can return anything that doesn't work out for you. It took me 3 different packs and 4 different pairs of shoes to get the right equipment. I even brought all my gear to...
  6. tomjane40

    Trekking Pole Suggestions

    I definitely second the vote for Pacer Poles!! I love them and they were great on my camino.
  7. tomjane40

    Does anyone wear gloves for sweaty hands on hiking poles?

    I have pacer poles and worried about the sun on my hands so wore these: https://www.coolibar.com/unisex-fingerless-sun-gloves-upf-50.html?93=79&179=174&CAWELAID=120015460000144397&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5f-WsPy15AIVAtlkCh2JyA-BEAQYAyABEgKwyvD_BwE It is not just pacer poles. Your hands simply sweat...
  8. tomjane40

    Anyone wear white?

    I wore my favorite white UV Protection long sleeve top. Did not even consider that white might not be the best choice. It took several weeks for before it clearly was not white anymore, but I still liked the idea of having a light colored shirt on during the day. By then, everyones clothes...
  9. tomjane40

    How did/do you carry your iPad/tablet/valuables???

    You will be so thankful you kept a blog. Kathy and I could not remember where we were from day to day, much less after we got home. haha It really does go by in a blur, and you simply want to savor every moment. We used Trailjournals and did our updates each day after we had done our...
  10. tomjane40

    Fitbit

    Interesting. When I was in England last summer, I had only had my Fitbit alta a month. I lost it my 2nd day of a 3 week vacation. When I got home, I contacted Fitbit and they replaced the Alta immediately. I have found their customer service more than helpful. All in All, they have replaced...
  11. tomjane40

    Rainpants

    What gear are you wearing?
  12. tomjane40

    Mont-bell jacket

    Just curious - are you in Tucson? I am also heading to SJPP in September.

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