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  1. MaineSally

    Help! What shoes did I buy 3 years ago?

    Vasques for sure! I also used them in ‘17 and ‘19. Southern CA…did you get them at REI? You’ll find them online for sure!
  2. MaineSally

    Help with shoe sizing

    I wore them the entire time! Love them!
  3. MaineSally

    Walking poles on flight

    I was able to travel out of Boston with poles in my pack as carryon. However, TSA would not allow in Madrid! They took them, so I purchased new poles in St. Jean that were inexpensive, yet very functional.
  4. MaineSally

    Poncho

    Got this off Amazon . Ordered and USED the bright orange poncho. Loved it. Kept me dry along with pack and there’s a toggle at the back hem that you can draw between your legs to hook into to the front hem Loop so the poncho stays in place. The orange color also made me visible to traffic!
  5. MaineSally

    Which poncho (between these 2)....

    I used the Globetrekker and really liked it. I opted for the orange so I’d be seen on roadway! I also brought along rain pants and a rain jacket for added warmth on cooler days more for use after my days of walking.
  6. MaineSally

    Backpack straps - newbie question

    Get out the sewing machine, if you have one, double up the strap and sew every 2 inches. I slide socks or undies through the slots to dry further.
  7. MaineSally

    Fear NOT...Solo Hiker's Best Whistle for Safety

    Great advice whether you're injured or warding off unwanted advances of people/dogs I used the whistle to deter an approaching dog. He took off like a shot.
  8. MaineSally

    Why oh why, why, why.....

    M
  9. MaineSally

    Why oh why, why, why.....

    Women's hiking pants never seem to have generous pockets for things like a passport or credential, so I have resorted to wearing men's pants. I figure I'm not out there to make a fashion statement so don't really care if the legs are a little baggy.
  10. MaineSally

    Does having a half-full pack affect the weight distribution in a pack?

    Dave: Many thanks for your thoughtful and comprehensive reply...you know no other way. I have shaved off close to five pounds with better choices. Lighter weight clothes. As your tag says, "You do have our backs...always!"
  11. MaineSally

    Does having a half-full pack affect the weight distribution in a pack?

    Good grief DaveBugg, have you been on "clothing optional caminos"? Would you please share what you would pack from SJPDP to Santiago to have a backpack weigh in at 9.5 pounds. I am obviously making some poor choices. I didn't even carry a sleeping bag!
  12. MaineSally

    Free hiking stick tips, USA

    Hey Wonzie! Click on his avatar...the E square. Click on "start conversation" which is a private message to him, and hit "post" or "save" once you are done. Voila!
  13. MaineSally

    Flying with poles in carryon.

    I had no problem going trough Boston's TSA, however, the folks in Madrid took them. I would strongly advise to check them or simply buy new ones upon arriving at your destination. You'll find them readily available along "The Way."
  14. MaineSally

    "Sizing Up" in Shoes??

    I was sized many years ago and advised to size up 1 1/2 sizes. I haven't been disappointed with that advice...ever. I have sized up one and a half sizes with my cross trainers, hiking boots...and winter boots. This allows for cushiony wool socks which I hike/walk in all year. My feet tend...
  15. MaineSally

    Aluminum backpack stays and TSA

    My walking poles were taken by TSA in Madrid in August of 2017! I was able to replace them easily in St. jean, but those walking sticks held some sentimental value for my husband! Alas!
  16. MaineSally

    Aluminum backpack stays and TSA

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