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- Bike
Your own bike, if you do not rent one. Book bike transport on trains or planes in advance.
- Blister plasters
Special plasters that cushion blisters and help them heal.
- Climbing harness
A climbing harness is often used around the waist to secure the descender. A comfortable climbing harness is important for descents that may take many hours.[Wikipedia]
- Cycling gloves
Padded gloves ease the pressure on your hands on long rides and protect them in a fall. Full fingers are better on mountain bike trails.
- Helmet
A bike helmet protects your head. In some countries it is compulsory.
- Helmets
Helmets may be worn to protect the head from bumps and falling rocks. A light source may be mounted on the helmet in order to keep the hands free in unlit areas. [Wikipedia]
- Hydration pack
A backpack with water bladder lets you drink without stopping.
- Knee-pads
Knee-pads (and sometimes elbow-pads) are popular in some applications for the protection of joints during crawls or hits. Wikipedia]
- Pilgrim passport (credencial)
On the Way of St James you collect stamps in it. Pilgrim hostels often ask for it, and you need it for the Compostela certificate. Get it before you go or at the start.
- Sleeping bag liner
Many mountain huts require one for hygiene. Light and small to pack.
- Spare tubes
Spare inner tubes that fit your tyre size.
- Trekking poles
Take strain off your knees on descents and give you balance on rough trails.
- Via ferrata gloves
Gloves protect your hands on the steel cable and the rock. With half fingers you can still handle the carabiners well.
- Via ferrata set
Two lanyards with an energy absorber and carabiners, tied into your harness. Check its age and condition; for the odd tour you can rent one.
- Walking boots
Sturdy boots with ankle support and a good tread for mountain trails. Break them in before the trip.
- Walking socks
Padded, quick-drying socks prevent blisters on long walks. Avoid cotton.