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    trail runners with wider toe box

    I have the same problem Big feet, and the orthotics take up space. I use Merrill. I find their mesh shoes are well ventilated and quite lightweight. As an example...
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    Digital credential

    Right on Ivar. I see it in many of the forums I am on. Too lazy to search and do their research. Researching prior to my Camino is a big part of my Camino experience. Learning about what you are doing. David
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    Coming from west coast of Canada - best to fly to Madrid or Paris?

    And how much does a Gold Pass cost?
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    Gore tex shoes or boots?

    No. In fact I believe they contribute to blisters. I go the opposite way. Well ventilated open mesh no fabrics that absorbs water. Yes your feet may get wet, but the dry quickly. So called water shoes work well. I do not wear socks. I have walked 7 camino in them...
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    A layover in Canada , coming from the US

    Canada has new restrictions. Spain is on of the worst places at the moment. I’m sure you realize the vaccine protects your body from the effects of the virus. you can still carry and pass the vaccine to others who are not as privileged as you. That is not a nice thing to do..
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    walking the Camino aged 79 (the French way)

    Hi Bill. I am the same age as you. I have walked the Frances twice. I have been doing a camino since 2011. I did not go in 2020 due to Covid. I have done SJPP-Roncasvales in one day without any problems. I train before I leave home. I walk every day at home for an hour each day- that is the...
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    Pillow

    Use your clothes rolled up to suit. you need to be ruthless in eliminating weight. But don’t omit the corkscrew! 😎
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    Starting in Leon...accomodation and first day walking

    Take a bus for the first 7 K. If you are only doing 15 K per day this will happen again. Take a bus from where you sleep. In the last 100 K you should not take the bus at all in order to get a credential
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    Generic long distance walking question

    The important question is not how you feel when you finish for the day. The important question is how you feel when you set off in the morning. Hopefully your feet are not sore then. As to changing socks i don't wear socks rather I wear loose fitting hiking shoes with a mesh body. Keeps the feet...
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    What size backpack should I get?

    Thirty litres is the perfect size. If u use a bigger bag it is a sign u are carrying too much stuff. Thirty litres can carry food for the day, water and all your stuff without cramming stuff in
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