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    teambergie replied to the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?.
    True; we found them super comfy also, like walking on pillows. But, we were concerned that the tread was intended more for streets and such, so went with the trail runners, which also have max cushioning.
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    teambergie reacted to Devereaux's post in the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...? with Like Like.
    That was a broken-in, but new pair of the same Gobis. Didn't want to switch shoe type in the middle; just switch due to wear & tear, as you can see! P.S. I took my beloved Para poles in a small suitcase, which I sent through baggage with other...
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    teambergie replied to the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?.
    Thanks! We both returned our Brooks Glycerin 21's for trail runners; I went for the Brooks Caldera 7 and my wife the Asics Trabuco 3 Max. Super light, max cushion, and comfortable. Is that a new pair of Gobis to replace an older pair, or did you...
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    teambergie reacted to BRSmith13's post in the thread Backpacks Check-in or carry-on with Like Like.
    Another thing we always do when we travel is put Apple Air Tags hidden in each and every piece - Checked or not.
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    We're facing the same dilemma with our flight from LA to Madrid on IBERIA. The rucksack idea is interesting. Perhaps something fairly inexpensive and post it forward to Santiago? We're going to post our trolleys ahead from our starting point in...
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    teambergie replied to the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?.
    Wow, yikes! We're certainly going to try to avoid situations like this...that descent I mean! Dinner and a shower sounds great.
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    teambergie replied to the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?.
    Not at all, thanks for the clarification.
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    teambergie replied to the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?.
    Thanks! I have always worn Merrell's; they're a great shoe! Today just tried on and purchased the Brooks Caldera 7 trail runner. Same cushion rating as the Glycerin 21, but with a more rugged tread. Buen Camino!
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    teambergie replied to the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?.
    Thanks! Since we will be walking quite a bit before and after our Camino, I think the Brooks will be the best all-around shoe choice.
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    teambergie replied to the thread Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?.
    Thanks. Yes, using trekking poles really adds a measure of stability, especially downhill. "Loose-on-hard" (loser kies?) demands attention!

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