Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Packing for The Camino: 20 must haves
With my Camino 50 days away I have finalized my "packing list" necessities for Camino survival.
1. Good hiking backpack fitted by a professional. This the most expensive idem on the list, expect to spend $160-200 on this necessity.
2. Good hiking shoes that are waterproof ($100-$200)
3. Hiking sandals with closed toe for blocking sand and rocks. A life saver for sore blistered feet while hiking. ($100-$150)
4. Hiking socks made of synthetic material that keeps feet dry, I chose wool. ($10-$20 each)
5. Sleeping liner. I chose a bedbug sleeping liner over a sleeping bag. This was a personal choice based on the time of year. ($30)
6. Flip Flops for the shower and changing into after hiking. ($5-$10)
7. Wilderness wash. This 3ml bottle of concentrated wash can be used for everything from body to clothes or dishes. Bottle is airline approved. ($8.75)
8. Solid Shampoo bar. I chose a sulfate free ideal for died hair. ($10)
9. Organic Bed bug spray. because its organic pillows and blankets as well as the bed can be sprayed before use. ($6.99)
10. Silk pillow case. I read somewhere that bed bugs don't like silk. Stuff pillow with soft clothes from your pack to make a pillow. ($10)
11. Ear plugs for droning out noisy sleepers in the hostels. ($5)
12. Small flash light for finding the bathroom in the dark hostel. ($2-$5)
13. Head lamp for early morning and night walking. ($20-$30)
14. Quick dry microfiber towel. After showering the material will dry quickly and can be placed back in your pack. I had a hard time finding one big enough, so I actually wound up with a yoga towel. ($20-$30)
15. Poncho big enough to cover your pack. My pack came with a built in rain cover so a regular poncho will do.large ponchos are considerably more expensive($10-$50)
16. Hat for blocking sun ($10)
17. Sunglasses. obviously price will vary based on personal preference. (I paid $15)
18. Sunblock. I have sensitive skin so I purchased a silver nitrate sunblock. ($10)
19. European adaptor for electronics. ($10)
20. 3 dryfit gym outfits. Dry fit will keep you comfortable while hiking and will dry quickly to be placed back in the pack after washing. I know nothing about distance hiking but I know what's comfortable for me while at the gym or running. A personal preference based on past experiences.
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