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    Help with shoes!

    Whatever you decide be sure and get shoes that are a half to whole size larger than you typically wear. Long distance walking will cause your feet to swell and the toes need room.
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    SIM card and place to purchase

    The phone number you receive when you purchase the esim or SIM card.
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    SIM card and place to purchase

    E-sims that also include calling minutes would permit calls to albergues and anywhere else.
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    Men's Pants - There Can Be Only One

    LL Bean Cresta hiking pants were excellent for me during my recent Camino Portuguese. Lightweight, dried quickly, doesn’t show dirt, can wear anywhere and are very comfortable. Highly recommend!
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    Altra trail shoes versus hiking shoes

    I used Altra Lone Peak 7 on my recently completed Porto to Santiago Camino and while I loved the wide toe box and light weight, I wished they had more cushioning and I’m not sure the 0 drop suits me as I had quite a bit of discomfort initially with soreness along the upper Achilles/lower leg...
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    Altra Olympus 5 Hike Mid GTX - follow up.

    Yes…carried 20 lb pack the whole Camino. No doubt extra sole padding would be helpful beyond using good supportive insoles (which I did). Rick
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    Altra Olympus 5 Hike Mid GTX - follow up.

    I wore the Altra Lone Peak 7 shoes for the Camino Portuguese Coastal last month from Porto to Santiago and appreciate your review of the Olympus. I loved the extra wide toe box of the LP but found I wanted more padding on the soles esp when walking on cobblestones, lots of asphalt and some of...
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    What brand sports bra?

    Whatever you do, make sure the bra is “Camino Certified”.
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    Altras Lone Peak 6 + Flat Feet

    I bought the Altra Lone Peak 7 from REI along with Superfeet Trailblazer insoles. Very supportive and comfortable. Almost like slippers and I really like the wider toe box.
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    Sock question for pilgrims with "chunky" ankles / feet

    Might check out socks from Darn Tough. These are fabulous socks with lifetime warranty. Can purchase through Amazon.

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