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  1. J

    Would it be overkill to bring both a rain jacket and the Altus poncho in Oct/Nov?

    I love my Houdini as a featherweight windbreaker plus useful in light rain and in the cold. It's definitely worth taking on the camino.
  2. J

    My Buen Camino app is crashing!!

    Worked for me to upon reinstallation on an Android phone. We're you notified to update the app? I wasn't but assume the new installation will be the updated version.
  3. J

    What clothes to wear at night?

    I do the same but 3/4 lightweight leggings.
  4. J

    SIM card for Europe

    Hi Stephen. Am also an Aussie spending 10 weeks in Spain walking the Frances April to June this year. Thinking to buy 2 esims too. What ones are you buying? Friends have recommended Simcorner.
  5. J

    Where to buy a cheap duffle bag in Santiago?

    We bought ours from a shop called Establecimientos Alvarez?? near Praza de Feixoo.
  6. J

    Sticks and Boots

    So much good info here. Has anyone reminded you to make sure you buy trail shoes at least half size larger to allow for feet swelling on long walks? I wear orthotics and use them in my Hokas which never needed wearing in for caminos. Mine are 1 size larger and have a wide toe box, thickly...
  7. J

    Backpack - Petite person

    I'm not much taller and use an Osprey Tempest Pro 28L pack for my caminos. I love it as it is lightweight, has great hip pockets/belt and is very comfortable carrying 7-8 kgs. I will be taking a small sleeping bag instead of a liner on my next camino too but will still have some space for food...
  8. J

    Pack rain cover needed with Poncho, or no?

    I use a bright yellow pack cover bought in a Portugal Decathlon store for all the reasons Sam said plus for added visibility when walking on roads with traffic.
  9. J

    Water Discussion (I thought you might like a laugh)

    https://vast-outdoors-australia.myshopify.com/products/source-convertube-kit This is an example of the drinking tube. Think this is a great solution to staying hydrated while walking using light weight plastic bottles.
  10. J

    Water Discussion (I thought you might like a laugh)

    🤣 I totally understand your dilemma and ponder this too even though I have months to decide like you. The bladder is better for easy hydration on the move but takes more time to fill and weighs more. And I still like an extra 500ml bottle to have as well. I think 2 x500ml bottles is best and...

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