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  1. txpeah

    Either Or

    Ultra 3 shoe and boots have gore-tex. Never been an issue for me like other have experiences. 2 of my Camino’s have been in the spring and it’s been helpful with mud and rain. Never need to dry them out as my feet stayed dry. I use moisture wicking socks and change them out mid day usually. I...
  2. txpeah

    Either Or

    I have very narrow feet and hike with Solomons but use SOLE inserts (that form to your feet with heat.) I have used the brands trail runner, ultra 3 hiking shoes, and now ultra 3-Mids boot. All with great results and rarely get blisters. The high impact SOLEs are my preference and I buy them...
  3. txpeah

    Compression bags for clothes packing?

    I use color coded packing sacs as well - some have compression if needed. Like a cinch sac or packing cube but with zips at the top and small carabiners that are really helpful. The system helps me not lose things, and have the benefit above of extra layer of water protection, bed bugs etc...
  4. txpeah

    Help me pick my pack! :)

    Going to add my vote for REI here. Research is good but I strongly agree with folks about the fit. All the packs you mentioned are well made - it’s just a matter how they work for you and then small preferences like pocket locations and zips, etc. It was a really hard road for me to learn I...
  5. txpeah

    What did you forget that you would bring with you the second time?

    I brought US Voltaren cream but bought Inuprofen gel in Spain. I agree with the tweezers/cutting tool. I bought Swiss Army knife after my arrival and used it a lot (has tweezers, scissors, wine cork screw, etc) Depends on where you start, I think. SJPP and other large cities have Camino...
  6. txpeah

    Key Essential Item(s) for Your Camino

    Ditto on the earplugs! I carried a small Swiss army knife that I used all the time - especially when cutting moleskins. Speaking of that, moles skins and Compeed. Otherwise my rule was it didn't go in the pack unless I planned to use everyday (or maybe every other day.) No "just in case"...
  7. txpeah

    Backpack in airline holds

    I have been traveling with a backpack for over a decade and when I need to check the bag (most often on the return flight) I have used gear ties to secure some of the straps. I carry these ties anyway, so they are handy for checking my bag. There are lots of options but here is one example.
  8. txpeah

    Your preference: Billed cap or full-brimmed hat?

    I started with a brimmed cap and ended up buying a sun hat with a larger brim. My mistake was not traveling with a collared hiking shirt, so my neck got sunburned immediately and it was challenge to keep sun off my neck after that. Next time I will go back to my ball cap and use a better hiking...
  9. txpeah

    To headlamp, or not to headlamp?

    I am undecided on whether or not to bring a headlamp and I would love to hare what the veterans think about it. I purchased one last minute and I am unsure it was necessary or even helpful. I am trying to follow a rule for packing - it only make the cut if I think I will use it everyday or every...
  10. txpeah

    Which brand of shoe inserts did you use?

    After another trip to REI today, I went with the SOLES high volume inserts. I am going to mold them to my feet tonight, but fingers crossed this helps. Thanks for all of the input - it really helped me pick a brand that I think will work me for me. I sure love being a member of this forum...
  11. txpeah

    Which brand of shoe inserts did you use?

    I will check them out!
  12. txpeah

    Which brand of shoe inserts did you use?

    Thanks for the recommendations! I have looked at Superfeet and Dr. Scholls, I will have to check out SOLES since I am asking this question a bit late. Thanks everyone!
  13. txpeah

    Which brand of shoe inserts did you use?

    Hi all, Just 10 days until I leave for my first Camino (Frances) and my training is going well. No major problems, but I feel like I need more arch support with my Salomon hiking shoes. Previewing the ones in stores leaves me a bit puzzled by how firm or stiff they all feel. Did you use...
  14. txpeah

    All your Backpack questions and Answers 1 Thread

    As you will read elsewhere, it really comes down to what feels best for you. I think Osprey is a great product, but once I tried on all the options, I realized Gregory was the best for me. All of the most comfortable options (for me) were about the 2.10 -3.0 lbs weight. So I realized weight of...
  15. txpeah

    Silk liners...why?

    So is the consensus that silk liners don't really repell bed bugs? That was that was the main reason I went with silk over cotten (liner). I would love to trade back if I still need the permethrin anyway...
  16. txpeah

    Just how is a well-fitted backpack supposed to feel?

    The first pack I purchase was the wrong size frame (measurements were all wrong the first time.) If you go back as @Ahhhs suggests, perhaps they can double check the frame measurements as well. And great advice from @simply B !
  17. txpeah

    Just how is a well-fitted backpack supposed to feel?

    I found I was adjusting the load lifters too much which caused a big gap with my shoulder straps and my shoulders/back. Once I learned to adjust all the straps in the correct order, this stopped happening and the discomfort did as well. For my pack, the recommended order should be : Waist belt...
  18. txpeah

    Washing clothes - ideas and equipment

    Lots of reviews on US Amazon if this helps: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BUI7HFC/?tag=casaivar02-20

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