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    Is americanpilgrims.org still functioning?

    Appreciate the replies and good to know that they are still around. I did contact them a week ago. So, just maybe...
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    Is americanpilgrims.org still functioning?

    This may seem petty since the actual donation cost was minimal, but in February 2024, I sent some money to American Pilgrims (americanpilgrims.org) for two credentials in advance of an April 2024 pilgrimage. Except for the confirmation that the funds were received, I neither received the...
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    May 1 Labour Day -- are reservations recommended in/around this date?

    Thank you - excellent explanation !
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    May 1 Labour Day -- are reservations recommended in/around this date?

    My wife and I are starting the Senda Littoral from Porto on April 27 and have hotel reservations for the first two nights in Vila do Conde and Fão; we assumed we'd wing it from there to Santiago. However, I've been a little surprised that many of the private albergues/hostels/hotels after Fão...
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    For Sale/Wanted SOLD For sale: 2 new Sea to Summit Adaptor COOLMAX Liners w/Insect Shields

    Selling 2 Sea to Summit COOLMAX liners with the insect shield -- we are not going to use them on a forthcoming the Camino de Portuguese after all. The liners are new/unopened and weigh 13.1 ounces each. Note: these are the semi-rectangular liners and not the mummy liners. See...
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    Thanks for responding - especially since you were just there a week ago. In early May, would you think I would need to bring a beanie, puffy, or a fleece for the early mornings or evenings - or is this over doing it?
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    Appreciate your feedback and in looking at my lighterpack contents. Your point is well taken to not over-think and therefore, not to over-pack for the just-in-case stuff. I'm afraid I read too many must-have gear lists and many of the items were from those lists. My base weight is currently...
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    Great to hear your feedback. I'm leaning on wearing Hoka Cliftons (or whatever running shoes I end up with). If it was a more technical trail, I would probably go with my La Sportiva Jackals -- a great shoe IMO. BTW, I was shown a pair of Ghost Max (wrong size) but the foam seemed...
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    Sandals vs. flip flops.

    Similar situation as you. I'd look at one of these three foam sandals: (a) Offos' flip flops (or slides), (b) Hoka Ora recovery slides, or (c) Teva Hurricane Drift sandals. Oofos, IMO, will be the most comfortable (I've owned these for years), aren't too heavy, but are super slippery when wet...
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    An addition to my original question: because much of the Senda Littoral/Coastal Route is on roads & boardwalks, do you think that trail runners would be overkill (e.g. La Sportiva Jackals, Hoka Speedgoats) and therefore, might a trainer/running shoe be superior? I'm thinking that something with...
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    Excellent reply; thank you! Sounds like I need to bring a little more than too little.
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    Thank you for your insights and the link. Do you know if hiking earlier in the season (May) is better (i.e. fewer pilgrims) than in the summer?
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    Senda Litoral late April-May and what to pack

    For our first camino, my wife and I are starting from Porto April 26 zigzagging between the Senda Litoral & Coastal routes. We are experienced backpackers and I believe our gear is decent and lightweight. We have read as much as we can (maybe too much?) on online sites and the Brierley book...

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