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  1. pamcnm

    Checked the “toe issues” threads... this one is not addressed (so far)

    I am going to look for this product!
  2. pamcnm

    Is this a new type of shoe? “Hybrid hiker”

    Vasque makes great hiking boots. I love vibram soles. I hate when a beloved boot or shoe is discontinued or no longer works. Good luck!
  3. pamcnm

    Checked the “toe issues” threads... this one is not addressed (so far)

    I have fattish toe pads on the underside of my fourth toes on both feet and had no trouble developing callouses that prevented blisters when I was younger and running trails. I am having a little more trouble keeping them blister-free as I get older. Toe socks are helping along with wrapping the...
  4. pamcnm

    Is this a new type of shoe? “Hybrid hiker”

    I have no idea what shoes I’ll wear on the Camino, but I’ve paid close to $200 for some trail runners and hiking boots and would happily pay $300 if they were well made and would keep my feet, hips and low back happy on the trail for a good long while. Good shoes have been game changers for me...
  5. pamcnm

    Introduction

    Maybe, but pretty much all of my vacations are outdoor adventures involving camping and hiking and sometimes kayaking, and have been for 25+ years. Despite careful preparation, working with PT, and being committed to remaining active, I often end the day with significant sharp joint pain. I can...
  6. pamcnm

    OBSOLETE COVID THREAD Got my first Covid-19 shot!

    I was so happy to be vaccinated about 2 weeks ago. I got the Johnson and Johnson (it's what was available), so I am just about protected!
  7. pamcnm

    Introduction

    Thank you everyone for such helpful suggestions. I think I have mapped out a tentative route starting in Porto and taking 21 days to reach Santiago, followed by an 8-day trek to Muxia, for a 30+ day pilgrimage through Northern Portugal and Spain. I may be joined by my oldest and dearest friend...
  8. pamcnm

    Introduction

    Thank you Laurie. I appreciate your thoughtful suggestions.
  9. pamcnm

    Introduction

    Thank you for all these wonderful ideas and suggestions, and your support ❤️
  10. pamcnm

    Introduction

    I do believe in myself.
  11. pamcnm

    Introduction

    Thanks for all the great ideas and suggestions!
  12. pamcnm

    Forum book club - Planning and book selection for Round 2

    Thank you!
  13. pamcnm

    Introduction

    You understood me, and it sounds like we have heard the same things about the Invierno- more solitude and less infrastructure for pilgrims- not what I am looking for this time.
  14. pamcnm

    Forum book club - Planning and book selection for Round 2

    I would love to know more about the course some of you are taking, if you care to share.
  15. pamcnm

    Introduction

    I am capable of walking longer distances. I just like the idea of having some low-mileage day options.
  16. pamcnm

    Introduction

    I would not want to miss the Pyrenees if I hiked the Frances! Please don't misunderstand me- I would love to walk the CF at some point, but I need to make sure I won't need a hip replacement when it’s over and I am not quite mentally ready to walk for 6 weeks in a foreign country by myself. I...
  17. pamcnm

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  18. pamcnm

    Introduction

    That’s fine. I'd just to know there are some six mile a day options. I might want to walk a little more some days. I just don't want to feel like I have to cover so many miles in between places to stop every single day. I also enjoy breaks where I don't do anything. I am not the best sleeper...
  19. pamcnm

    Introduction

    I was thinking the same. I am open to doing the Frances; but was thinking my desire for low-mileage days, rest days and continuing on to Finisterre, might make this route feel less overwhelming and more manageable mileage wise for my aging joints as a first Camino.
  20. pamcnm

    Introduction

    I want to walk to Finisterre and would definitely include that! I would love to see Lisbon. I thought there are fewer cobblestones starting in Porto. Is my understanding correct? I'm not averse to cobblestobes, although I prefer dirt 🥾 I used trekking poles hiking the Samaria Gorge in Greece...

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