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    Descent into Portomarin

    We mistakenly took the difficult route today. So happy my husband was there to guide me as my short legs could not make the giant step downs. A very tricky but short section indeed. Luckily we emerged unscathed.
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    Mansilla de las Mulas Albergue

    Indeed- which was our original plan in any case.
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    Mansilla de las Mulas Albergue

    Thanks for everyone’s reply. It is the Centro de Tourismo Rural al Puente hotel in Mansilla de las Mulas.. We cross referenced phone numbers and checked again with another host. Confusing but sorted.
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    Mansilla de las Mulas Albergue

    We are in the same situation tomorrow evening and our host at Albergue la Perala in Berciano has kindly booked us into an al albergue in Reliegos tomorrow night. However, we cannot seem to find the address anywhere. Can anyone here please help? The name is “Albergue el Puente” in Reliegos...
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    Do I need better rain gear? (or mental strategy for rain)

    I concur. I wore my rain jacket and Altus poncho. Mostly stayed dry and warm. My feet and shoes were ankle deep in mud- no way out of that.
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    Quiet pole tips?

    As in pointing behind me? I have also tried using these and they feel I bit weird. Sturdy but weird..
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    Socks, no really

    My preferred combo is Injinji liners with Lightfeet Evolution socks. As a bonus Lightfeet are made in Australia too.
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    Skirts and wool leggings

    My skort also allows for modesty during nature calls using a GoGirl ( female urinary device). Can wear leggings over short part and easy to remove once warmed up.
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    Altra trail shoes versus hiking shoes

    My Altra Olympus lining started to disintegrate at 350km. I got a full refund and am now very happy in Brooks Cascadia 16 EE mens (I am female). A very durable and comfy shoe.
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    I keep talking myself out of it....

    I am yet to walk my Camino but am counting the days at less than 50. Some years ago I went to Patagonia for two treks and a much anticipated journey to Antarctica. On Day One I broke my ankle on a steep descent down Mt Fitzroy. After the initial shock, pain, medical care etc, we decided to...
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    How common are hiking shorts on men

    Have had a few laughs reading this thread. My husband rarely wears “grown-up” trousers. Even have a photo of him in Antarctica in shorts. He will be wearing shorts for our September CF. May add some thermal tights if it gets cooler.
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    Specific items?

    Thank you- I had heard that. I’m sure I won’t go hungry.
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    Specific items?

    Good to know that peanut butter may not be readily available. I rely on it as an easy gluten free snack (try it on apple slices). Hoping now that the Camino will provide.
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    I'm so discouraged!

    Hi Paula I totally feel your pain. We’ve just finished an 86km/4 day walk. I am now the sad and sorry owner of severe blisters in all sorts of places that have never had them. I wear toe socks, but due to my late change of footwear, ( my Altra Olympus causing Achilles tendonitis ) I seem to have...
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    Achilles heel flare up and 5 weeks to go :-(

    Achilles tendonitis is indeed a painful condition. I have had recent shockwave treatment by a physiotherapist with good results. Single leg heel raises and also stretching is part of the treatment as well. My shoes are Altra Olympus. I am walking an 80km test hike in 2 weeks to check gear and...
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