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    Hiking shoes recommendations

    I agree with SuefromVegas! Altra Olympus with the vibram sole is perfect for the rockier portions. Wide toe box is a plus. Very durable, wore them on the Frances last September and still going strong walking several days a week since.
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    Difference Between Altras

    I am wearing Olympus 4 and my friend picked up a pair in Leon! They are the best! Wide toe box, but most importantly the vibram sole makes them head and shoulders better than other Altras! Try a pair from REI so if you don’t like them you can take them back. We get into Santiago the day after...
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    Shirts and underwear

    dri-fit is a great material...also check out a company called 32 degrees...lots of option, relatively inexpensive.
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    Sleeping bag liner sufficient?

    We just returned from walking the Coastal route. A liner was more than adequate. No sign of bedbugs at all! It would be good to make sure your liner has a fresh spray of permethrin if not new. Also spray your backpack inside and out. The Coastal route was absolutely beautiful, just some...
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    Backpack question

    thanks, MikeyC, we keep a length of duct tape wrapped around our hiking poles. the post on to Ivar is a good option as well, thanks to all!
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    Backpack question

    perfect! thanks! via con Dios!
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    Backpack question

    thanks, t2andreo! good advice...when checking your backpack (rucksack) do you put it in a bag or wrap it in any way?
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    Backpack question

    Greetings Peregrinos! We will be heading out in about 10 days for the Camino Portuguese from Porto to Santiago...so the question is to check one backpack with our walking poles or not, and do you put your pack in a bag or wrap it prior to checking it? These forums are great thanks for sharing...

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