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I’d suggest light weight merino wool shirt and change it half way through your day and hang it off your pack to dry…which it will very quickly. Even the “air flow vent” backpacks will make your back sweat, although maybe not so much.
Try looking at Osprey’s “kids” size packs. The back is usually adjustable with Velcro attachment. You can adjust the back to whatever length you need. I’m (generously) 5’ 0” and backpack with one. I also use a Deuter 28 liter for a day pack now and that is what I plan to use on the Camino this...
Instead of a podiatrist I would search out a pedorthist In your area. In my experience they will examine the wear pattern on several pairs of shoes or boots, watch how you walk and run (if applicable) take impressions of your feet and then suggest a a solution for the issues you are...
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