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I have to agree. I have several of the name brand items mentioned here. Ice breaker, Patagonia, Smartwool, etc. because I liked them for the fit and comfort for certain items. I, fortunately, am able to fork out the money and considered myself blessed. But I also have some very inexpensive...
Mine, too. My Oboz were amazing. After only 2 weeks to break them in, I walked my first camino without any problems whatsoever (a little tired feet, but come on we're walking 500 miles). No blisters, slips, etc.
I went with Oboz for my very first Camino and only had about 2 weeks (at most) to break them in. They were amazing and I did not get one blister or have any problems whatsoever. I was amazed as my travelling buddy had the worst time with her Keen shoes. Her blisters got blisters. Not saying...
Yes, you will definitely want to get measured. I ordered my first pack off the internet. I always buy things a bit larger because I don't like things tight on me. I went to REI to have it sized and found it was waaayyy too large as I have a small frame with long legs and a shorter torso.
I used a 30L and it was quite enough for all the necessities. Of course it will depend on what you plan on taking and how well you pack. I was able to get quite a bit of stuff in mine and actually got rid of some stuff that I found I really didn't need once I got on my way.
Buen Camino!
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