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  1. Caplen

    Poll: Which backpacks are most popular on the Caminos?

    Sounds like a great plan, bringing both packs home. REI is awesome that way! Your list does look totally pared down, with no luxuries. So it's just a matter of replacing some of what you own with lighter weight alternatives. By "multipurpose" clothes, I just mean items that can be used in...
  2. Caplen

    Poll: Which backpacks are most popular on the Caminos?

    Jann, You don't even leave until September, and you've got a pack weight of 7.5 kg? (I assume that includes the weight of the pack itself? Which one did you choose?) You could leave tomorrow if you wanted, so no stress. And really, a 45 liter pack is not huge. I think the big-ness of 45 L...
  3. Caplen

    Hi! I'm Sara I'm going to have a 100 days walk!

    This sounds amazing! It would be lovely to have the opportunity to start a pilgrimage from our doorstep. Alas, living in Houston, TX doesn't offer that option! :( I'm curious - have you considered routes other than the Frances (since you've already walked it) once you get to Spain?
  4. Caplen

    Primitivo alternative routes

    Fantastic! Not sure of our departure date - probably sometime in the 3rd week of May 2015. We'll do SJPdP to Irun (GR10), Irun to Oviedo (Norte), Oviedo to SdC (Primativo), SdC to Fistera, then Muxia..... then hopefully find a walking path from Muxia to A Coruna or Ferrol along the Costa da...
  5. Caplen

    Primitivo alternative routes

    Ah, turns out it is the Deva Naturalmente Albergue in San Breixo Parga, about 6 km after Baamonde. Gronze says it is Cerrado though, so not sure of its status. I got the bug 15 years ago, and did 2 caminos, 2 years in a row. The first was the Frances, and the second started on the Norte, but...
  6. Caplen

    Poll: Which backpacks are most popular on the Caminos?

    Ah, that's what I kinda thought was going to happen. Well, I'm glad you had time to assess it and that GG was so good about returns. I could recommend Six Moon Designs for a UL pack with more structure and comfort at heavier loads - better for a "beginner" on a non-wilderness hike where some...
  7. Caplen

    Poll: Which backpacks are most popular on the Caminos?

    Hi Jann, I know a little bit about the type of pack you've ordered. I have a friend who has one, and I have a similar UL pack made by Six Moon Designs (though I overnight hike almost exclusively with my Deuter these days) Forgive me (and ignore me) if this is presumptuous, but have you hiked...
  8. Caplen

    Primitivo alternative routes

    Thanks to all for the info! Knowing what to search for (Friol and Sobrado dos Monxes) got me to more useful threads too. Sounds very doable to make it to Sobrado. (I'm definitely not the first to ask) I saw hints of back ways directly to SdC too, but it sounds like our best bet at that point...
  9. Caplen

    Primitivo alternative routes

    We are walking the Norte route from Irun next year, and will probably then take the Primitivo. I have a couple questions about starting and ending the Primitivo. My understanding is that the turnoff is in Villavicosa, to Oviedo. Is it possible to walk from Gijon to Oviedo instead? We'd like...
  10. Caplen

    walking in September?

    Ultimately, everyone will choose footwear that they feel is appropriate for them. But some persistent myths abound that color future caminoists footwear decisions. What ever you decide, keep the following facts in mind. 1: It may or may not rain on your camino. Regardless of season. It may...
  11. Caplen

    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    I haven't done an extended trek since my 2001 camino. In the last few years since I've used the Macabi, I've used it for everything from day hikes and general travel/road trips with lots of hiking & impromptu camping, car camping/weekender hikes, and up to 10 days wilderness backpacking. My...
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    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    The Macabi works much like my convertible hiking pants in the rain. They are both somewhat water resistant, and light rain is sluffed off. When they do get wet in a persistent rain or deluge, they dry quickly. If it's really chilly, I wear a light(silk) or medium(synthetic/merino) weight base...
  13. Caplen

    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    I am a strange fit, and have never found rain pants that me fit comfortably and were affordable. Not that I've looked all that hard, since I've taken to hiking in a Macabi skirt most of the time these days. Also, I hike warm, and even "breathable" rain gear makes me feel claustrophobic. Even...
  14. Caplen

    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    I strongly second Pep's caution on hiking in Sealskinz. They are not breathable and your feet will sweat and prune. The waterproofing can fail over long distance hiking time (or defect) and your feet will get soaked with little way for them to drain, dry, or most importantly, stay warm. Even...
  15. Caplen

    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    Absolutely! Weather is a state of mind. I used to dread walking in rain. It was actually on the camino at some point that I finally let go of that dread and stopped trying to creep between the rain drops. It was very freeing once I let the tension go and embraced the sensation of rain on my...
  16. Caplen

    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    My previous post cut off my last couple of sentences for some reason, but I think that's a good decision on not buying/bringing gaiters for just one hiking day. But do resign yourself to the probability of a few days of wet boots (which the gaiters might not entirely prevent anyway). I would...
  17. Caplen

    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    The last time I hiked in serious snow - snow over my boot tops - was my 1999 camino, in early November, up to O'Cebreiro. I was woefully unprepared and inexperienced. I believe I was just wearing regular hiking pants (maybe with thermals underneath?), waterproof boots, regular poncho, no...
  18. Caplen

    Waterproof / Snow / Rain Pants in April 2014

    I don't like rain pants much, but sounds like your first day (and probably only your first day) will have some pretty harsh conditions. I would suggest taking a cheap pair of Frogg Toggs (Dri Ducks) pants. You can find them at Amazon or an outdoor store like Academy. They would give you the...
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  20. Caplen

    Pre Christian Tracks

    Absolutely! I haven't had time to contribute the last couple of days, but I have been thoroughly enjoying reading this thread. When I started at this forum a couple of months ago, I was roundly spanked for making the mere suggestion of pagan influences on the Camino. I almost quit this place...

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