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- Blister plasters
Special plasters that cushion blisters and help them heal.
- Ice skates
Your own skates, freshly sharpened. Rental skates rarely fit as well.
- 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.
- Skate guards
Protect the blades when you walk off the ice.
- Sleeping bag liner
Many mountain huts require one for hygiene. Light and small to pack.
- Socks for rental shoes and skates
Rental shoes and skates are worn by many people. Bring your own socks.
- Trekking poles
Take strain off your knees on descents and give you balance on rough trails.
- Turtle Neckwarmer
A neck warmer protects throat and chin from cold wind.
- 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.
- Wrist guards
Protect your wrists in falls when skating.