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    Any suggestions for a technical shirt with the performance of Merino but without the drawbacks?

    Recycled soda bottles, but I had success with these on the Primitivo in 2019 and since. https://www.patagonia.com/product/mens-long-sleeved-capilene-cool-trail-shirt/24486.html They also have a short sleeve version which I wear year round.
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    Backpack Pick

    I carry a Osprey Stratos 50, I chose it because the harness is very comfortable. It's features are great, they are a blend of my first two pack. It also works great for all of the different types of hiking I do at home. https://www.rei.com/product/111281/osprey-stratos-50-pack-mens Comfort with...
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    To take a tent or not to take

    I carried a solo tent in 2008 and used it twice. Afterwards I never carried the weight again. I still carry a sleeping pad that only weigh's12 oz.'s which is just a thing I can't seem to drop. I am planning the VdlP and will carry a light weight emergency bivy. Buen Camino.
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    Fleece in Pamplona and beyond

    I would keep it unless you have other options. I froze in Leon and Pamplona in July of 2011 and was very glad I had my fleece. Layers as the saying goes.
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    Permethrin treatment, down bags and putting one’s pack in a garbage bag at night….

    Ditto on this approach, I do the leaf bag thing when I return home. Everything goes into a leaf bag (large thick trash bag) sealed then into my vehicle, windows up in the blazing sun for four to five days to ensure total elimination of any critters!
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    Ear Plugs - Sleeping

    My choice, https://www.amazon.com/Pairs-Moldex-6800-Disposable-Uncorded/dp/B01M33YAYJ?tag=casaivar02-20 I worked in printing plants for 40 years and they saved my hearing. I carry these on every Camino! You can wear a pair three or four times and they are very comfortable!
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    Hiking poles in Porto, Portugal

    Can say about shops, but I did find using the rubber tips to be helpful in keeping your poles from sticking in the cracks of the cobble stones along the way.
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    Best earplugs

    I have worn these on many a Camino and many times all day. I work in the printing industry and I can tell you these are the most comfortable and best I have ever used.
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    Washing

    By the way, thank you for this suggestion, I plan on using it in two weeks when I begin the Salvador and the Primitivo.
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    Keen sandals and orthotic insoles

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    Rain issues...Goretex Jacket 670 g vs Rain Jacket 340g

    Something else to consider is that Goretex will block those cold north winds and if it has pit zips you can adjust your ventilation. Also while exploring towns and villages I have always preferred a jacket. Ponchos make a great picnic spread and has many other uses that a stranded pilgrim could...
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    A gentleman's undercarriage question regarding chafing......

    Nine or ten inch compression shorts by any of the current sports appeal company's. Wear them on my second Camino Frances and have been wearing them for my day to day ever since. Best thing ever, no chafing or creeping! I second the use of body glide, it work well. Good luck!
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    Pants or Shorts or Zip off Convertible Pants?

    John Ho, since you are near the Atlantic coast from time to time along the route, you may want to consider long pants for the times when the wind or storms blow in. The Atlantic is cold along the coast as you travel north.
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    Pants or Shorts or Zip off Convertible Pants?

    Hello, I take two identical pairs of convertible REI pants with just one set of legs. I can use the legs on both pairs of pants. I do this for two reasons. I attend mass with the legs on and a collared shirt. I am a little old fashion about this. The second reason is cold, I have been cold in...
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    Earplug advice needed

    I use Moldex Pura-Fit 6800. They have served me well both on the Camino and at work.

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