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  1. S

    Pack recommendations

    Hola peregrinos. I've done 2 camino's now with an Osprey 36 which on the whole has been great. However, I'm 6ft tall and am feeling like it's a bit too short. It does not have an adjustable back, but I do love the trampoline back-ventilation feature. I also love the water bladder feature. My...
  2. J

    Camino Frances. June - July. Gear review

    Hi Everyone, Will leave my gear list here for future pilgrims, mb it will be useful as a reference. List is revised after the Camino. I have walked Camino Frances from SJPDP to SdC. Started on 7th June ’23 and finished on 5th July ’23. 29 days in total. 24 walking days. 5 zero days. Min...
  3. Madis

    Gear list for VdlP in March/April

    I have done some Summer Caminos and I intend to go light with a small backpack. My list does not include some hygiene stuff that I will buy in Spain and deplete as I go forward step by step. The current weather I have at home is more or less what it should be like in mornings before sunrise...
  4. M

    Backpack - Petite person

    I’m Petite 5 feet so I need some help in deciding the most comfortable backpack for my Camino starting maybe 9 or 12 days, 30L would be too big for me? Many would say any as long you are comfortable but those that may be the same high could better advise 😊. Forgot to ask the size of the poles...
  5. AR1965

    Feedback on packing list please

    Hi all, I'm planning my Camino for next summer, and since I'm a compusive planner, I've been doing a lot of reading on gear and have everything pretty much bought and weighed. Here's what I have. It's 18.52 pounds with out counting food/water and what I'm wearing (shorts, t shirt, underwear...
  6. David

    Well this is weird ... the Hoverglide rucksack system ...

    Hi, saw this .... science not magic apparently .. the Hoverglide from Lightning packs. Looks so weird! Would it help? Have put two videos up, a short and an in depth review - enjoy!!
  7. mr. frodo

    Packing shake down requested - Camino Frances - Oct/Nov

    Hi friends, I'm super happy to be packing my bag to hit the camino once again! I'll be starting in st jean october 4th, and following the arrows to the ocean, I'll be staying in albergues along the way. This is my 3rd Camino, but I'm always happy to have eyes on my packing. Currently (no water...
  8. CamisMors

    My first Camino gear list

    I'm sure there's a ton of similar posts, but I'd really appreciate any insights of more experienced pilgrims. I'm doing Camino Frances from SJPP for the first time starting September 1st (it's just 3 days away from now! I'm equal amounts excited and terrified). Backpack: 50L Forclaz Travel 100...
  9. M

    Backpack weight

    Hi all. I will soon (in a few weeks) leave home for the CF. I have tried to pack lightweight. I changed from my Osprey Talon 31L bought in 2017 for the Portugese camino to an Osprey Tempest 24L after trying several other more lightweight backpacks. To my surprise the 24L is somewhat more heavier...
  10. Kcorbharas

    Pack weight question

    Hello all I begin my walk from SJPdP on Sept 6th and I am finalizing my gear I’ve tried to search other threads for this info but can’t find exactly the advice I’m looking for I’m 5’7” weighing 140lbs (63.5kg) and in very good shape My pack fully loaded is 14lbs (6.35kg) I was so happy I hit...
  11. A

    Feedback on first Camino kit list

    Over the last few months I’ve been assembling my kit list for a mid September start, mostly already owned from running/cycling/hiking, I’ve done a few long distance unsupported cycle trips & wild camp hikes so keen to keep the kit list lean, while including a couple of luxuries like a Kindle...
  12. G

    Protecting backpack during flight and from rain

    I will be doing my first (and probably last) Camino in Sept. and am flying from the States. Looking for a way to protect the backpack I have borrowed on the flight. (It will have to be checked due to size and poles). Hoping to find something that will also work as protection from rain since we...
  13. Thyme_Is_Running_Out

    Help! Pack too heavy! — CF Sept & Oct — Senior Woman

    Hello fellow pilgrims. First, I know this is a lenghthy post, so thank you for taking the time to read it. I begin walking from SJPdP on Sept. 1st. My flight home is Nov. 3rd. I've given myself two full months — Sept & Oct — to get to SdC. I'm 64, I had knee replacement surgery last July...
  14. E

    Size of dry bags

    Hello, coming again requesting information from experienced pilgrims/hikers. I have purchased a Zulu 30L bag. The plan is to have items packed into multiple smaller dry bags, such as cloths, bathroom articles, medication, first aide kit, sleeping bag into separate dry bags rather than 1 large...
  15. G

    Buy a new pack or use what I have

    Hi all, I'm planning to walk my first Camino on the Frances in August, and I have a question about my backpack. I own an Osprey Kestrel 48 that I used once about 10 years ago that I was planning to use for the Camino. I've recently been culling my packing list and starting to get a sense of...
  16. E

    Thoughts on Gregory Zulu 30 and Osprey Hikelite 28

    Wanted to get thoughts or experience with either one of these backpacks. I plan to walk Camino Frances beginning Sept 1 for 5-6 weeks. I have read about the Zulu 30 but haven’t tried. I came across the Hikelite 28 and it fit well, however, the concerns were 1)only one access through the top, but...
  17. VintageCowgirl

    Am I packing too much?

    To start - I'm about to become a nomad. All my worldly possessions will be inside one 26" suitcase and laptop backpack, both will be staying in London at a friend's house while I go to Spain for 3 months. About half that time walking the Camino Frances. Which means the things inside my backpack...
  18. jgiesbrecht

    Day pack

    We all know there have been plenty of threads on which backpack to bring, but what about day packs? When I did the Frances in 2020 I had an osprey stuff pack like in the link below...on days I sent my bag ahead, or was around town I used it, but I don't love how it feels. I know that it's gotta...
  19. Worldwithamy

    Rate my packing list!

    Last 100KM ish of Portuguese way (haven’t decided coastal or regular). June/July timeframe. I would like to pack as little as possible as I am thinking to carry everything on me for the entire walk. Please offer any suggestions on things I get leave or things I must add. For example, not sure...
  20. P

    Buckle on shoulder strap uncomfortable - new bag or solution?

    Hi, Im looking for advice, I used this 30l bag on my camino. (not naming brand or make because its a grand bag and I think I might be doing something wrong rather than the problem being the bag.) It has a buckle at the end of the shoulder strap thats a little uncomfortable. Just walking 5 / 8...

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