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    Genecamino55 reacted to David with new Kit!'s post in the thread Wet hiking shoes with Like Like.
    My shoes are GTX and they do eventually get wet. So, I'd only choose GTX V non GTX if you have a personal preference. I hate wet feet and so I'm in the Sealskinz camp 👍
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    Genecamino55 reacted to trecile's post in the thread Wet hiking shoes with Like Like.
    Sealskinz work fine with sandals, but I couldn't imagine wearing them with shoes. The Dry Mile socks are much less bulky.
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    Genecamino55 reacted to JerryStroebele's post in the thread Wet hiking shoes with Like Like.
    I have the Sealskin. They are too thick for me. Buen Camino
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    Genecamino55 replied to the thread Wet hiking shoes.
    I bought some. They feel like light weight booties .. :)
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    Genecamino55 reacted to Michaelg1962's post in the thread Wet hiking shoes with Like Like.
    Something I had never heard of but now have and am going to try is waterproof socks, not sure if they are good or not but an additional tool .
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    Genecamino55 reacted to Juspassinthru's post in the thread Wet hiking shoes with Like Like.
    Sounds hot and sweaty to me. Like walking in rain gear. It will be interesting to hear how it works out.
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    Genecamino55 reacted to trecile's post in the thread Wet hiking shoes with Like Like.
    I use waterproof socks with my hiking sandals, and they work great. My feet haven't gotten overly sweaty in them. I bought a new to me brand this year called Dry Mile. They are less bulky than my Sealskinz waterproof socks. https://drymile.com
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    Genecamino55 reacted to DeansFamily's post in the thread Trekking poles with Like Like.
    If your GP Doctor is agreeable to it, ask them to write a medical certificate stating it's a necessary item to carry. I've surrendered multiple hiking poles (Kmart in Australia sells a great low cost one) but I plucked up the courage and asked...
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    Refuge Orisson is fine. The evening meal is ok (believe me, on the CF in the albergues you’re generally not talking fine dining). Where it really shines is its amazing location - and especially for Camino noobs, the chance to meet lots of fellow...
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    Genecamino55 reacted to williamlittig's post in the thread Wet hiking shoes with Like Like.
    Well written and fair, you covered all the bases the only things I would add is, when buying shoes make sure the insole is removable . If you have orthotics or custom insoles remember to bring them to the store when fitting new shoes and leave...

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