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I wear Hokas too (Bondi, Stinson, Speedgoat) the latter are the least thick soled. Because I insert a custom made hard shell orthotic I don’t feel rocks but the Speedgoat are the least thick soles.
Good to know and thanks. I’m a Bondi girl but will walk the Le Puy to (God & body willing) to Santiago early Sept in STINSONS ATR 6’s. I need a plusher shoe vs Challenger ATR and the lugs should be ok but I do believe I’ll need a second pair if I am able to go beyond SJPDP
I did the central from Lisbon all the way in Hoka Bondi plus hiking poles always. Boots aren’t needed. The only super rocky section is at Labruja but I did it without any issues.
I recently completed the San Salvador and the Primitivo in BONDI 7…..zero slippage despite mud, wet rocks, wet leaves. I was surprised. I dislike that each Bondi version is getting wider. Not sure I’ll buy version 8 or go to another model.
Does the leatherette tongue chaff the front of the ankle? I’ve read this complaint when they switched from the more foamy material tongue. Are they a plush / cushiony feeling ? Thanks
My Salomon trail runners on the Norte had zero tread after 500 km. I switched to Hoka as the Salomon didn’t fair well in the constant rain and caused a serious metatarsalgia. Since Hokas I’m pain free.
I just tried on the new and very expensive HOKA Tecton trail runners with nice Vibram sole lugs. I’m considering them vs my Bondi (I’m a dedicated HOKA wearer).
Smart wool socks! I’ve walked days on end in rain all day in the Norte and although feet were wet I didn’t feel that they were wet. IMHO Plastic bags I’m sure would slide around in shoes and risk ankle twisting.
I just returned from my 4th Camino (portuguese central from Lisbon). I didn’t encounter any drones let alone many fellow pilgrims. Although you’re not doing the Camino for “spiritual” reasons if you’re occupied with a drone you’ll miss out on your the magic of disconnecting from this especially...
I carry light gloves plus surgical gloves over top in case of rain. Has worked well for me especially on camino del Norte when it rained 85% of the days.
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