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    The Perfect Camino Shoe!

    I understand that some (okay most) people want something on their feet that provides a sense of stability. But the heel strap in the Ecco would drive me crazy; some Keen H2s also have the heel strap. I look at the heel strap as just another possibility of getting a blister. The only place I ever...
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    The Perfect Camino Shoe!

    You might try an unconventional approach. I wear Keen Waimea sandals in all but the most extreme conditions. Tracks like the Camino suit me and them just fine. If your feet don't tolerate cold that could be a problem part of the year. But other than that there are few downsides. The number one...
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    Bamboo or merino?

    I think you will find that merino is superior. One trick is to wash the merino before wearing. You could invest in one of each, bamboo and merino and test them out. I find merino to be superior for x reasons. For travel you can reduce your wardrobe to a couple shirts; they do not pick up body...

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