Our All-Time Favorite Gear for the Camino: 5 Things We Can’t Walk Without

We've walked the Camino de Santiago six times together. This is our list of 5 favorite pieces of Camino gear that we pack for every Camino, no matter what. Investing in a few core items can make your Camino easier, more comfortable, and a lot more enjoyable.

Our favorite gear for the Camino de Santiago:

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:20 Buff scarf
02:37 Anker 30W Fast Charger
04:34 REI Silk Sock Liners
06:30 Lambswool
08:39 Sea to Summit Air Lite Towel
10:49 Honorable Mentions
14:21 Outro

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[Wanderpaar]

Guys, you are like the best import the spaniards have had in the last 12 months. Your attitude and positivity is simple great. Your depiction of the spanish way of life, customs etc. is simply spot-on (I'm a Spaniard myself and know Galicia fairly well. Great content!! I've done the Francés from Frankfurt to Finisterre and will do the Primitivo in May, like youselves, only a year later. Keep this up!

[MadisValja]

I love using the Buff as a blinder for sleeping in the albergue. Just fold it once or twice for it to block light.

[philwimer]

Going on my first Camino in September. Thanks for the info. What I really enjoyed was a cute couple who are clearly enjoying life together.

[CindyBishop-pkbe]

Laney…. You played as big a part in my life on the Camino as Rick Steeves did when I went to Greece! I watched both your videos on women’s packing list and 5 top things. I followed it religiously and was the most prepared! The lambs wool, the Altra sneakers, the merino wool socks, the silk liners ! And my merino wool sunproof from Ridge. No blisters, never cold, all the right items. My 3 sisters needed to borrow all my stuff! I did send them your video but no one followed it. People, take the advice of people who have walked and learned!! Buen Camino 😊

[NadineWalks]

This video had me laughing so much... my favorite part was when Shawn said "Look at our old socks!" while Lainey insists that her lambswool is clean. Hilarious!! But also super valuable tips, and now I'm thinking I need to try using a Kula cloth!

[michael_galicia]

Another solid video, thanks guys!
I remember wearing my buff for the entire 1st month of Covid lockdown before I could get masks. Extremely versatile. Chao

[ONEly-ucet]

Great vids. The best light packing I have seen on the interwebs.

[galtmann]

Hi 👋, I am Grace from California. You two are duch a positive, fun couple. This video, as well as all the other videos, is very informative. Thank you. 🌞🌻

[robmathesonphotographer]

You guys are too cute! I always enjoy your videos, so much fun and very informative.

[Pellegrino]

As always, it is a very informative video. Thank you for adding the link for the Socks Liners.

[Elizabeth-bzmk]

You guys cracked me up. Great tips too!

[ChopperOutdoors]

I love my buff I use it on every hike and for blister control I use Leko tape, I put it on before any hike and able to leave it on for about 4 days before replacing.

[jakemcavoy]

A great footage-especially about Sox linings -I can’t agree more. I’d be going on Camino at the end of next month.

[rebeccamiller]

Wonderful items! You two are charming and adventurous! Hazah!!

[francescorbett]

the towel looks super useful, so so tiny! i will order it for my trip, thanking you for the suggestions <3

[galtmann]

oops, I meant such a wonderful, positive, and fun couple😊

[musingwithreba]

You 2 are hilarious! 😂

I've been wearing 2 layers of socks when I hike for...well...since forever! I don't think Ive ever got a blister as long as I have 2 layers of socks. A wicking layer and a wool layer. A few years ago I switched to toe socks liners, and they're amazing! They keep my toes separated so I don't need to weave lambs wool between them 😂

[agustinlopezcarrasco]

I love the t-shirt! And the rest of the video, of course!

[AnthonyGeers-scpj]

Hi,
You mentioned the socks line.
How about Injiji Finger socks liner?

[rhondaviau-caron]

What a wonderful video. As a senior I am presently gathering advice and lightweight tips. Did you do a video on backpacks? I am interested in how much you can get in a lumbar one and if you send your luggage ahead every day.