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  1. gidivet

    A word of warning on trail runners or light weight shoes.

    I came down from El Acebo to Molinaseca this week. You needed to be a goat on that section. I wear Topo Athletic, some of their models have rock plates.
  2. gidivet

    How do you secure your backpack from theft as checked luggage.

    As mentioned above, I've just ordered a Pro-Tector Rucksack Cover from this website: https://www.pro-tector.co.uk/ I've already had a reply from Rob Peele, who's been helpful and interested in my experience with the bag. This morning I knew nothing of this product, but it appeals to me because...
  3. gidivet

    How do you secure your backpack from theft as checked luggage.

    Incidentally, I've just ordered one of these bags, and then found your post. I've always had to check my bag, and have wrapped them in the past. These bags appeal to me because they don't have zippers that can break, they may double as a pack liner (although probably a bit heavy), and for me...
  4. gidivet

    How do you secure your backpack from theft as checked luggage.

    Yes the CPAP is the one bulky item I can't go without so my pack is also inevitably a bit bigger. But that makes it easier on all the people in the dorm! There is also the other factor that not everyone can hop on a plane, walk a camino, and fly straight back home. Some have to go on to other...
  5. gidivet

    How do you secure your backpack from theft as checked luggage.

    These are handy bags.
  6. gidivet

    How do you train for the Camino?

    This is a useful discussion. I trained for my first camino but my attitude has changed. I discovered that I love walking so it is now part of my lifestyle. I live close to the South Downs, which is a blessing. There are many options to discover new trails and never get bored. And finally, I try...
  7. gidivet

    How do you train for the Camino?

    Trail gaiters may work for you. Costs less than new shoes.
  8. gidivet

    Comment by 'gidivet' in media 'León'

    As soon as live returns to normal (which feels like a very long way off) I plan to come back to continue walking from León.
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    Montane Trailblazer 44L

    Received my Trailblazer 44 yesterday. I can see the problem with the H2O port. The only way I can think to prevent water coming in is to close the roll top in a forward direction and push it over the back panel, then clip it in place. Then the hole is covered and it appears comfortable that way...
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    Comment by 'gidivet' in media 'Meseta'

    My day started very early that morning in Castrojeriz. This was my second time walking that hill and I was in much better shape than the first time. I was just blown away by the beautiful views which awaited me.
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    Meseta

    Looking down towards Río Pisuerga and Itero de la Vega
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  12. León

    León

    View from my bedroom window, León, final night. September 2019.
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  13. gidivet

    Montane Trailblazer 44L

    Hi Seabeggar The pack certainly doesn't look waterproof in the least. (Still waiting for mine to arrive). How did you handle rain? Pack cover (which one fits?). I use the inbuilt cover for my current pack, as well as small dry bags to organise my stuff inside.
  14. gidivet

    Montane Trailblazer 44L

    Thank you Helen I pulled the trigger on this pack tonight. I'll test it out with full load around my neighbourhood for the following weeks. I use a hydration bladder plus a small bottle, so should be ok with the smaller side pockets. Everything depends on if I can get comfortable with this pack...
  15. gidivet

    Montane Trailblazer 44L

    Hi Everyone I would like to "lighten up". (my pack) My Osprey Kestrel is around 1.5 kg. I'm looking at the Montane Trailblazer 44L, which is 980g. It should be good for up to 12 kg, so my base weight of around 8kg plus water sounds ok. The harness is designed for fast and light type activities...
  16. gidivet

    Frame vs Frameless

    We are both lucky and unlucky that there is so much choice. First world problem. It's worth going on some longer hikes, similar to your usual Camino stages, with a pack you intend to take or buy, just in case. Same with shoes. I tried the Osprey Exos with trampoline style back and didn't like it...
  17. gidivet

    Rucksack size

    The Farpoint is by all accounts an impressive travel pack. It is perfect if your camino forms part of a longer trip taking in other destinations. IF the pack is properly fitted and proven to be comfortable on some trial hikes fully loaded, then it's a bonus. IF NOT properly fitting you may end...
  18. gidivet

    A new pack that could be a Camino fav!

    Thanks for this information - I'm just looking at packs to replace my excellent but ageing Kestrel 38. I agree about top loaders. All my items are in individual dry bags of different colours. No problem finding anything.
  19. gidivet

    A new pack that could be a Camino fav!

    I've always used a top-loader plus individual dry bags. Easily lifted out from the top because they are smooth. Most used items go on top, sleeping back and other items not needed during the day go in bottom.
  20. gidivet

    Sleeping in a dorm room where there's someone with a CPAP

    I am happy that so many people have written to reassure you. I have a small travel CPAP and I've used it on all my Caminos since 2014. It has a small backup battery for those nights where I can't get near a power outlet. In all the years I've only had one complaint and that was the night I...

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