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  1. Fr Scott

    Altra Olympus 5 Hike Mid GTX - follow up.

    I started walking with a new pair of Altra Olympus June 3 from Madrid. They stated falling apart after days. I am now on my 22 day heading down Camino Frances. The inside lining on the heel is now worn through. I think I just bought a bad pair.
  2. Fr Scott

    Phones and the Frances

    I’m thinking about giving HOLAFLY a try. HOLAFLY.com. No phone number but it has cellular data and you can keep your original phone number and use WhatsApp. I tested it in the USA last week, unlimited cellular data for 5 days, $19. It worked like a charm. Several data options available.
  3. Fr Scott

    Umbrella for sun and rain - buy good quality (expensive) or just use a cheap one?

    I am still struggling with whether or not I should carry an umbrella in the first place. If you leave early, and walk 4 to 5 hours, you will probably miss most of the heat. If you are more of a mid day hiker, I would go for a good, expensive, lightweight, umbrella. Wind is also a factor in the...
  4. Fr Scott

    Trekking poles

    I’ve heard that many of the TSA agents distinguish between collapsible hiking poles and telescoping hiking poles. The telescoping hiking poles Have problems because they can be used as a weapon. I have never had a problem with collapsible poles, putting them in my backpack and carrying them on...
  5. Fr Scott

    Critique my packing

    The Merino smart wool was too itchy for me, so I tried the Merino – tech and it was not itchy and soft. I would also Nix the space blanket. Awesome packing list. Nice job.
  6. Fr Scott

    backpack_size

    I used a 40 and had no problems at all. As long as you’re not camping you should be fine. My rule of thumb is this, the bigger the pack the more you put in it, the heavier it will be, the more you will end up sending stuff back. ✌️😊
  7. Fr Scott

    Collapsible (Nacatin) walking poles - DIY help request

    Good call getting the 3 section collapsible poles. I have never had any problems getting through TSA with my Black Diamond Z Poles. As a last resort, if you can’t get yours fixed, you might give the black diamonds a try. Black Diamond Distance Z Z Poles for Trekking, Trailrunning, Hiking...
  8. Fr Scott

    What not to bring

    Several of these items you may need, but you could always purchase on the way, no need to pack.

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