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  1. MilenaS

    Any risk of walking without insoles?

    The podiatrist I saw in Ponferrada to treat my blisters two years ago had a similar reaction. He had to deroof one of mine, but still “prescribed” only iodine, normal plasters and as much air as possible.
  2. MilenaS

    Even Better than store bought Hikers Wool

    I forgot what day it is :-D You had me going. But ok, I ordered hikers wool from New Zealand last time... Living in Norway, a sheep country, i found that really stupid. Soooo, I went on a hunt for local fiber artists/spinners. And law and behold, for a fraction of the price I got a bag of clean...
  3. MilenaS

    Ultra lightweight backpack--worth it?

    I have this one (an older version): https://www.bergans.com/no/p/4582-helium-v5-40 Just over 2 pounds, framed, with ajustable torso length. Been with me on 2 caminos, and going on the Norte in a months time. Bergans is a known norwegian brand with a long tradition.
  4. MilenaS

    New Forum Topic... Portable Clothes Wringer?

    I remember an albergue having a manual spinner - it was literally a salat dryer/spinner x 5. It was sooooo effective. Loved it!
  5. MilenaS

    Sandals vs. flip flops.

    Thank you for your input! I will be going in April/may so think it’s good to have both trail runners and sandals! Might just keep in mind that I should walk as much as possible in the sandals. Will do another rethink about the plastic “wet sandals”.
  6. MilenaS

    Sandals vs. flip flops.

    I think I will end up using the same - i have trailrunners as main walking shoe, Ecco Offroads as my secondary and evening shoe (yeah they are heavy). I am wondering if i should take a pair of shower shoes that weigh almost nothing...
  7. MilenaS

    Small hip/shoulder pack

    Oh my! Love it - went straight to order. But the shipping to Norway is too steep for me. But it really looks like a well designed product, that I am now bugged i know about 🙃
  8. MilenaS

    A word of warning on trail runners or light weight shoes.

    Eventually... 😂
  9. MilenaS

    Tampons

    Tampons should never be thrown in the toilet... The reason there are no signs is because it is regarded common knowledge. In Norway there is a saying to teach kids: only three things should go into the toilet, number one, nuber two and toilet paper.
  10. MilenaS

    Hiking pole handles, grip tape?

    I guess you could use the same tape we used on tennis rackets - it was ment to be good to grip?
  11. MilenaS

    Sock question for pilgrims with "chunky" ankles / feet

    I always cut open the seam along the top of the socks. I try to only cut the thread sawing the socks together, but sometimes I make a hole in the fabric as well. This is maybe not beautiful, but works like a charm for the ankles.
  12. MilenaS

    Name on all my stuff?

    I pimped mine with new shoelaces and crocheted little bows :p to make them stand out.
  13. MilenaS

    Shoe Recommendations for Supination and High Arches

    First - support the idea of seeing a podiatrist. It is always the safest place to start. Now to my experience, I have walked on the camino three times. Two times in salomon and one time in hooka. I find all of these "to soft" for me. In my everyday life I literally only use Gaitline shoes (last...
  14. MilenaS

    Plus size sleeping sac

    I used this one: https://seatosummit.eu/products/thermolite-reactor-extreme-liner I sleep cold so this was my compromise between a silk liner and a sleeping bag. It is also very soft and stretchy so comfortable for me as a fat person.
  15. MilenaS

    Plus Size Gal - Would like Backpack and Clothing Advice

    Pluss size camiga here! "Hated" hiking before I first came to the camino in 2016 and walked SJPdP to Logrono alone. Realised I did not hate hiking, but I hated comparing myself to everyone else and the shame that came along with that. Since than I have walked on the camino two more times...
  16. MilenaS

    Non binding socks

    I do not have any medical issues that I know of “just very swelly feet/legs”. What I do is that I cut the three that holds the cuff of my socks (right now darn tough ones). This makes the cuff looser and than it doesn’t cut into my leg that much.
  17. MilenaS

    Packing list help!!

    I have... Maybe this season is different because of the wet/cold spring...
  18. MilenaS

    Packing list help!!

    I walked SJPdP to Logrono starting 2 weeks ago and encountered mosquitoes several places. The relatively wet spring must have been beneficial to them. Since I am allergic I had to buy supplies of bug spray which were really available in pharmacies.
  19. MilenaS

    Has anyone used pedicure "slippers" for shower shoes?

    Thanks Bonita! My only worry here is that I got the Lite version of the Mens Offroad so I hope that they are rugged enough!
  20. MilenaS

    Has anyone used pedicure "slippers" for shower shoes?

    I am sneaking in a question on the ecco sandals - have you had a chance to test them on a longer walk. I was going to, but hurt both my feet a week ago falling down some stairs, so all my walk have been suspended for the time being. I hope it clears up soon as I start my Camino in 3 weeks...

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