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  1. Eve Alexandra

    Hiking Sandals only?

    I did it once in sandals too, but I’m seriously considering taking the road this time. It left quite an impression one me as an ankle twister. Thank you!
  2. Eve Alexandra

    Hiking Sandals only?

    Okay sandal club, is there anywhere once I have passed the descent into Uterga where sandals are a hassle? I haven’t worn my trail runners since that day and I’m rapidly getting tired of carrying them. I know about El Acebo but I’m thinking I may just take the road. Trail runners or sandals, my...
  3. Eve Alexandra

    My shower "caddy"

    Here’s mine
  4. Eve Alexandra

    My shower "caddy"

    I’m using something similar. I already packed it back into my pack for tomorrow so no pics, but I used one of those glasses strings with the do hickies on the end that slip onto sunglasses arms? I’ve got a lightweight double S hook with 4 tulle style bags. Bars each for shampoo, conditioner...
  5. Eve Alexandra

    Checking your backpack on flights

    That’s pretty much how I felt about it too. I had paid a bit more to chose my seat expecting it would get me to at least board in the middle but it was all the premium/business passengers and that was it for carry on. It was a smallish plane headed to jfk for the international flight. It looked...
  6. Eve Alexandra

    Altus Poncho Help

    The French boutique mentioned above will hold one for you until you arrive. I’ve been emailing with him and he’s been extremely helpful. He is also discounting it right now if you pre order, and helped me to determine the correct size.
  7. Eve Alexandra

    Checking your backpack on flights

    I was forced to gate check my pack this time. 😡 Why? Because lots of the premium seat holders had carry ons that were mostly definitely pushing the size limits. I gave the young guy at the counter what was probably my stern momma face and said “if you lose this I’m screwed. I’m walking over 500...
  8. Eve Alexandra

    New list of bonus items to pack?

    Rawlogy Original Ultralight Cork Massage Ball (Mini 1.9") for Muscle Recovery and Tension Relief https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RV6X4YC/?tag=casaivar02-20 This mini cork ball for the feet or even a sore neck muscle. 19 g. Hodeco Nature Silk Pillowcase Toddler Size for Hair and Skin Double Side...
  9. Eve Alexandra

    Of Shoes and Shoelaces (2022)

    I made the switch to lock laces recently and I agree. Brilliant all the way around. I’ve got mine in the runner’s heel lock lacing technique. I’ve had a tough time with heel lock for descents in the past and this did the trick.
  10. Eve Alexandra

    Socks with sandals

    At home? Never. On the camino? Yeahhhh..... happy feet is worth the crime against fashion. But when I take selfies I try to keep my feet out of the picture. lol
  11. Eve Alexandra

    How do you use such a small pack?!?

    There are pros and cons to all the options.
  12. Eve Alexandra

    How do you use such a small pack?!?

    I there’s an assumption that everyone has the same needs that is not always true. The person with insulin might really appreciate not having to carry 6 weeks of supplies at once. The person walking in a shoulder season may not want to carry winter gear and summer gear both at the same time. We...
  13. Eve Alexandra

    How do you use such a small pack?!?

    Brilliant! What are the charges each time you bounce it?
  14. Eve Alexandra

    How do you use such a small pack?!?

    I was wondering about this. You can pick up the box, add or subtract as necessary, and then bounce the box to the next big city?
  15. Eve Alexandra

    How do you use such a small pack?!?

    It's so easy to look at someone else's list and despair over how much weight/space yours takes, comparatively. Perhaps they are significantly shorter. Or perhaps their entire list came from ultralight cottage industry brands that are expensive. I agree with others that a pair of sandals to...
  16. Eve Alexandra

    Hiking Sandals only?

    I've been back and forth on this one. I'm leaving in 2 weeks-ish. I much prefer sandals, overall (with socks, in spite of the lack of fashion sense lol). I finally decided to bring my trail runners, just in case, and give myself permission to send them to Ivar if it turns out I am not using...
  17. Eve Alexandra

    Rain proof gloves necessary in April?

    That’s brilliant as a quick last minute solution!
  18. Eve Alexandra

    Rain proof gloves necessary in April?

    End of March 2017, O Ceb. Earlier in the week around Astorga it was hot. My winter running gloves were not enough for this level of cold. I had merino socks over them and it was still awful. I’m taking fleece mittens this time. I think some form of gloves is a necessity for a spring Camino...
  19. Eve Alexandra

    2nd pair of shoes

    I've been looking for information on how many miles one pair of tevas is good for. Came across this article. I guess I don't need to worry about them wearing out on the camino. lol He's put 2700 miles on one pair...
  20. Eve Alexandra

    Packing Toiletries for Lightweight Travel on the Camino de Santiago

    I think so? Not sure. I dropped one of my pareos in favor of a buff to wrap up my hair. Much lighter.

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