SANTIAGO'S ROAD MATERIAL

Old boots and little luggage. There are going to be many kilometers with a backpack on your back, so carry the essentials, your body will thank you. But what is essential?

• Hat or cap to protect yourself from the sun.
• Plastic protector to cover the entire backpack.
• Canteen.
• Mat. In case you have to sleep on the hard floor.
• Backpack. It should not exceed 10% of the pilgrim's weight. Bring a sleeping bag, toiletries and just the right clothes: three T-shirts, three pairs of socks, three changes of clothes, a
• shorts and long pants, sweater and soap to do the laundry. If it is winter, add the necessary clothing. Knife, a saucepan, cutlery and a small first aid kit.
• Staff or Cane for dangerous steps.
• Old boots, never brand new, if you don't want to return home early.

Add a swimsuit, sunscreen, towel, lighter, notepad and some slippers. If there is still room, you will see, but it is better to bring a good credit card than extra luggage. If you can't handle the weight, or you see that you won't be able to, there are specialized companies that will make the path easier for you.

• Clothing: Reflective vest, two changes of clothes for walking and another for after the shower are enough. In hot times, thermal summer t-shirts are better than classic cotton t-shirts, as they are very light, breathable and do not retain moisture. In winter it is necessary to wear warm clothing, and in summer do not forget to wear a thin fleece.
• If you go by bike: Short and long quick-drying pants, preferably made of lycra, A light and waterproof windbreaker,
• Two long-sleeved, quick-drying t-shirts, A raincoat with hood and extension for the luggage rack.
• Sleeping bag: In summer, one of +15 (comfort degrees) is enough. Some only weigh 700 grams. For other times of the year we will need one of +10 or +5, which does not exceed one kilo in weight.
• For the rain: Most carry a waterproof layer (the well-known poncho) that also covers the backpack, but it is uncomfortable if the wind blows. A good alternative is to bring a waterproof jacket and pants, and a waterproof protector for your backpack. It's even a good idea to carry a small, lightweight umbrella.
• For the sun, it is essential to wear a hat or cap with a visor, glasses and sun protection cream.
• For the cold and wind: In addition to the appropriate clothing, we must not forget to wear some clothing to protect the head.
• Depending on the time of year, bring a scarf and gloves.
• Other footwear: Comfortable footwear may be recommended for resting and walking, once the stage is over. It is also useful to bring flip flops for the shower.
• Personal hygiene: Comb, Nail Clippers, Toothbrush, Floss
• Dental, tweezers, shampoo, soap, a small shower towel, fresh cologne, soapy washcloths, and women should plan on needing pads.
• Additional material: A small headlamp to move around at night in the hostel, a cushion cover for hygienic reasons, detergent to wash clothes, clothespins to hang them up and safety pins to hang them on the backpack if they are not dry the next day. Also a canteen, tissues, toilet paper, a clock with an alarm function, earplugs for whoever deems it appropriate;
• DNI or passport, social security card, Credential, Route Diary, money and credit card.
• The first aid kit: We must keep in mind that in the hostels there is a complete first aid kit available to walkers and, in addition, we will find many pharmacies along the Camino. Therefore, it will be enough to bring: aspirin, hypodermic needles, disinfectant, scissors, gauze, tweezers and tape (cloth and wide).
• Mobile phones are dispensable, but if you travel alone it will be an important security element.

• The boots: It is the element to which you have to pay the most attention. The most suitable are tracking boots: light, high-top to protect the ankle and waterproof. It is important to have walked many kilometers with them and not to wear them for the first time on the road. Some pilgrims prefer to walk in low-top hiking shoes or even simple sneakers. But in case of rain, mud and steep slopes they can get into trouble.
• The mat: The mat, or rubber insulator, will be useful if we ever have to sleep on the ground, or take a nap in the field.
• The staff: Along with the scallop, it is the most significant symbolic element of the pilgrimage. In addition, it is very useful both to accompany the step and to have another point of support on the descents. Due to the type of path that we will find, the most suitable is the traditional wooden stick compared to the more modern telescopic type mountain stick.

• One or two bottles of water or isotonic drinks.
• Some sweets, chocolate and a pinch of salt
• Crash helmet
• Padlock and Cable to tie the bicycle
• Gaiters or plastic protectors for the leg and footwear on rainy days.
• Sneakers or sports shoes for the bicycle.
• Two pairs of wool or cotton socks.
• Replacement material
• If you have joined a group, you can plan the tools to bring and share. In any case, there is a true spirit of help, which will never leave you stranded.
• Spare camera and assembly tools
• Nut and Allen wrench
• Inflation cylinder.
• Greasing oil. If you are going to ride on the road, we recommend a bicycle with a dynamo and a focus.
• Spare camera and assembly tools

• Gaiter, Whip, Helmet and Gloves
• Raincoat with hood, covering the gr
• Outerwear according to the season
• Nylon padded vest
• Long enclosed jacket
• On rainy days, provide the raincoat with reflective strips. Necessary material for the horse
• A breathable waterproof blanket
• Saddle, saddle pad, sweatshirt, bits, stirrups and girths
• Bandages and Protectors
• Reins, Bits, Halter, Branches and Hires
• Hoof Cleaning and Brushing Accessories
• Bucket for drinking and eating the horse
• It is advisable to carry a bag of Maintenance granules
• Tars for helmets

• Documentation about our dog should not be missing in the backpack. Among the essential documents are the veterinary health certificate and the document proving rabies vaccination. It is also advisable to bring your identification certificate with a microchip and your up-to-date vaccination record. For whom it comes
  from abroad, you must inform yourself in sufficient time, since the rules are different depending on which country you come from.