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I need to invest in some good quality socks (i have walking boots already).
That's it. It may smooth your skin, but I would not count on it preventing blisters.BodyGlide:
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Active Ingredients: Allantoin (0.5%) (Skin Protectant)
Allantoin is frequently present in toothpaste, mouthwash, and other oral hygiene products, in shampoos, lipsticks, anti-acne products, sun care products, and clarifying lotions, various cosmetic lotions and creams, and other cosmetic and pharmaceutical products
.Ah yes, I think I will have to buy another pair of Hiking boots-the ones I have are not actually mine I think they belong to one of my Brothers or sisters
Honestly, since it will weigh hardly anything, the only reason I *wouldn't* take make-up with me is fear of judgement from other pilgrims, but in the end I try not to change my plans for reasons like that.
If you start in Saint Jean, a very amusing metaphor of what the Camino is all about is the huge "take what you want" bin at the albergue in Roncesvalles. Not only tons of makeup, but brand new Italian shoes, glitter nail polish, dresses, night gowns, books, gadgets, hairpins, hair brushes, hand mirrors, umbrellas, insect repellent, pillows, cutlery, bath towels, teddy bears (I swear!), jeans, fake jewelry and everything else that is not strictly essential for your comfort, hygiene and survival. A veritable bonfire of vanities. And if you manage to resist your first day of reality shock, you can always join the morning pilgrim queue in front of Pamplona's post office 2 days later...
tyrrek said:Could make-up be a good way of getting to meet/bond and share with others? I don't know anything about it, but if a fellow peregrina who hasn't brought any make up is looking a bit regretful as you're applying it, can you share? I don't know how personal it is; maybe you'd be happy to share mascara, but not lipstick, say. I don't know, just throwing the idea out there.
tyrrek said:Honestly! You come on this forum to offer your (limited) advice to would-be pilgrims in order to 'give something back', and the moderators hurl accusations and abuse at you! Tut!
Back on subject. Personally, I prefer boots to shoes, as I think they affect my overall posture and make me 'want to walk'. I have absolutely no evidence for this being a general experience, though. Try on as many pairs as you can and see which ones give you 'ganas de marchar', so to speak.
I was going to say something about chaffing on behalf of the boys, but I don't think I'll go there now. :|
Keith
I suggest avoiding cotton for the same reason that you should avoid cotton socks -- the moisture build-up causes friction.the choice of undies for men
A bottle opener/corkscrew would be vital if you were as over-enthusiastic about beer as I am! We all have our different requirements, but I think everyone deserves one little 'luxury' on the Camino. It might be a corkscrew, make-up, torch, gadgets...etc. The danger comes when your one little luxury turns into two, or three...
(Edited: This doesn't mean that I think you looked like a tramp, by the way! Goodness, you read back what you've just written and realise you could cause horrible offence!)
robertt said:May I suggest bamboo undies for men? I wore them on the Camino to blissful effect.
I'm biased, because I actually have acres of the same species of bamboo (moso) from which the fabric is made, though not in Oz, of course. Here are my Camino briefs (made in China) hanging off some of my own bamboo.
The blue pegs come courtesy of the local bower birds. I don't feel guilty about robbing their bowers when I need pegs or biros, since they strip my property of thousands of pieces of fruit every year.
Seriously, it's hard to beat bamboo for ventilation, dryness, low odour etc. I buy mine off the net, quite cheaply from Asia. I'm told Icebreaker wool is good for undies, but I can't yet bring myself to get too intimate with wool.
Hi, I plan on my first Camino in 2018 or 19. I could be alone and at then 76 would that be more of a problem. I plan to work up to the endurance of 20 km a day. At 75now I can manage 12-14.Hi Ed,
thanks for the advice!
Anna
@Maddy1942 , you might want to start your own thread. You had added on to an old thread from 2011. I'm sure that you can do it! There are many your age and older who have walked the Camino.Hi, I plan on my first Camino in 2018 or 19. I could be alone and at then 76 would that be more of a problem. I plan to work up to the endurance of 20 km a day. At 75now I can manage 12-14.
I know I am a man! and trust me when I say "the best make up for a lady - is a smile" - and it does not weigh anything. I think it is a Camino thing too, you present yourself too the world, just the way you are, no hiding behind a mask of cosmetics! and if you do meet a nice young man, a bit of smudged mascara wont help! Just be yourself, it's not a race, help your fellow pilgrims and you will be half way towards finding out what the Camino is all about, have a great Pilgrimage and Buen CaminoOk, one more question (last one! I promise!)
This one is for the girls: Makeup..? I know it sounds shallow, but I am still deciding if its worth the tiny extra weight/space in my backpack.. or is it not really worth the time and effort in the morning?
My mum insists I take at least mascara to look presentable in case I meet a "handsome young single man" :lol: (I'm 26 btw) lol to be honest, my motives for doing the camino are more about focusing on my "inner beauty" but then again I don't want to look like some shaggy haired hermit cave man when I arrive to Santiago!
Any advice/experience on this matter?
She last visited the Forum in June of 2013, so her Camino has probably come and gone!I know I am a man! and trust me when I say "the best make up for a lady - is a smile" - and it does not weigh anything. I think it is a Camino thing too, you present yourself too the world, just the way you are, no hiding behind a mask of cosmetics! and if you do meet a nice young man, a bit of smudged mascara wont help! Just be yourself, it's not a race, help your fellow pilgrims and you will be half way towards finding out what the Camino is all about, have a great Pilgrimage and Buen Camino
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