Leaving a small bag at Madrid airport

[Mardon1]

Hi , I'm looking for some advice. I'm flying to Madrid and catching a bus to Burgos to walk to León. I'm using a light weight foldable bag for my rucksack & poles but I would rather leave the foldable bag at the airport. Does anyone know of a reasonably priced way to do this, or is there a way to post it to León from the airport? Thank you

 

[henrythedog]

There is a Correos in T1 arrivals - but only open Spanish mornings 0830-1430

 

[David with new Kit!]

As an alternative, I use a lightweight rolltop bag to put my rucksack and poles in (poles in the rucksack). On arrival, I put the lightweight rolltop bag in my rucksack and it later becomes my rucksack liner (to help against the rain)

Depends how heavy your lightweight bag is of course, and its design.

 

[Mardon1]

As an alternative, I use a lightweight rolltop bag to put my rucksack and poles in (poles in the rucksack). On arrival, I put the lightweight rolltop bag in my rucksack and it later becomes my rucksack liner (to help against the rain)

Depends how heavy your lightweight bag is of course, and its design.

Thanks, I would have to buy a different type of bag for that. Might try to post it to León. Appreciate the advice, thanks.

 

[Mardon1]

There is a Correos in T1 arrivals - but only open Spanish mornings 0830-1430

Thanks, I might try to post it then.

 

[J Willhaus]

If it is light, put it in your backpack. Ours weighs 3.5 ounces or about 100 grams so less of an issue to carry.

 

[trecile]

It might be cheaper to use a very inexpensive bag - maybe one from a charity shop and leave it behind at your first accommodation, then buy another cheap bag when you are ready to go home.
I was going to suggest the IKEA Frakta bag with zipper, but it looks like they aren't available in the UK anymore. However this IKEA bag should work.

KNALLA bag, black/white, 40x25x47 cm/47 l - IKEA

KNALLA bag, black/white, 40x25x47 cm/47 l This bag is just as practical for weekly grocery shopping as for dirty laundry or beverage cans. And best of all – you can use it again and again. Perfect for transporting most things, from laundry and groceries to recyclable items.

www.ikea.com

Or this one for £2 more

GÖRSNYGG bag, blue, 40x30x60 cm/72 l - IKEA

GÖRSNYGG bag, blue, 40x30x60 cm/72 l This durable bag holds a lot when you´re on the go and takes up little space when it´s empty. A real everyday hero in blue with striped handles that are just as easy to carry in your hand as on your back. Easy to keep clean by just wiping with a damp cloth.

www.ikea.com

 

[Mardon1]

If it is light, put it in your backpack. Ours weighs 3.5 ounces or about 100 grams so less of an issue to carry.

Can I ask what bag you use? That weight sounds ideal, mine is heavier.

 

[Mardon1]

It might be cheaper to use a very inexpensive bag - maybe one from a charity shop and leave it behind at your first accommodation, then buy another cheap bag when you are ready to go home.
I was going to suggest the IKEA Frakta bag with zipper, but it looks like they aren't available in the UK anymore. However this IKEA bag should work.

KNALLA bag, black/white, 40x25x47 cm/47 l - IKEA

KNALLA bag, black/white, 40x25x47 cm/47 l This bag is just as practical for weekly grocery shopping as for dirty laundry or beverage cans. And best of all – you can use it again and again. Perfect for transporting most things, from laundry and groceries to recyclable items.

www.ikea.com

Or this one for £2 more

GÖRSNYGG bag, blue, 40x30x60 cm/72 l - IKEA

GÖRSNYGG bag, blue, 40x30x60 cm/72 l This durable bag holds a lot when you´re on the go and takes up little space when it´s empty. A real everyday hero in blue with striped handles that are just as easy to carry in your hand as on your back. Easy to keep clean by just wiping with a damp cloth.

www.ikea.com

Thanks I'll go to Ikea and check them out.

 

[J Willhaus]

Amazon.com

It is like this one. Works well for us and easy to pack in our bag for later.

 

[David with new Kit!]

40L Dry Bag Agave Green

Waterproof 40-litre travel bag with quick-release clips, taped seams and a large opening for easy ac

www.craghoppers.com

I use similar to this one at 80g.

As it’s a top loader it works well as a liner too

 

[Mardon1]

40L Dry Bag Agave Green

Waterproof 40-litre travel bag with quick-release clips, taped seams and a large opening for easy ac

www.craghoppers.com

I use similar to this one at 80g.

As it’s a top loader it works well as a liner too

What size rucksack would this fit? Ive got an osprey talón 33. This looks ideal if it would fit. Thanks

 

[Mardon1]

Amazon.com

It is like this one. Works well for us and easy to pack in our bag for later.

Thanks, I'll check it out.

 

[David with new Kit!]

What size rucksack would this fit? Ive got an osprey talón 33. This looks ideal if it would fit. Thanks

That was just a random pic to show what was available. I have the same rucksack but I cant remember if I have a 40 litre or 50 litre liner as there are no markings on it. Sorry!

However, there are similar bags, a lot cheaper, so I just bought a couple of sizes to see which worked for me

 

[Mardon1]

That was just a random pic to show what was available. I have the same rucksack but I cant remember if I have a 40 litre or 50 litre liner as there are no markings on it. Sorry!

However, there are similar bags, a lot cheaper, so I just bought a couple of sizes to see which worked for me

Thanks, I've ordered a 40 litre. If it doesn't work I can use it as a dry bag anyway. Appreciate the help, thanks.

 

[Mardon1]

Thanks, I've ordered a 40 litre. If it doesn't work I can use it as a dry bag anyway. Appreciate the help, thanks.

Just an update. I have succesfully arrived at Madrid. Used a 75litre dry bag for my rucksack and poles. Was cheap and only weighs 80g. Worked a treat! Thanks for the advice. Now off to Burgos to stat walking tomorrow.