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Hi there, I'll just put in my two cents on one of your topics, the poncho. I think ponchos are great. They are very cheap, light, provide full coverage, including your pack, they breathe while walking, and I also found a new use for mine last year during my second camino; as a bed protector...
Hi there. I'm not sure where you live but in the US they are indeed called liner socks (normally a thin, fine sock worn under heavier hiking socks). Take a look here at REI. IF the link doesn't work go to http://www.rei.com and search for "liner socks." Hope this helps...
boots
Hi Martin,
I have walked the St Jean to Santiago leg twice, once in June, once in September. My take on footwear is while you might have a few wet days, gortex leather boots would probably be overkill. Breathability is more an issue than keeping your feet dry. I wore full boots the...
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