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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...
To me, the weight is a big deal; nearly as much as the fit. I am a rather small framed woman and my older Osprey Sirrus 36L is heavy at 3.5 lbs. I'd much prefer to have a newer, lightweight 1.5 lb. backpack. I am careful to pack mine as light as...
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...
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...
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?
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...
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...
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)...
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