Sleeping bag and Poles in SJPP

Daniel Crowe

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Hi all,
I'm leaving for the Frances tomorrow and I'm wondering about the cost of a sleeping bag and poles in the Saint Jean outdoor store. I have a sleeping bag but it's a bit bulky and I'm going back and forth on whether to bring it. If the cost of the equipment in SJ makes sense then I'd leave it behind and get it there.
Anyone who has bought there recently I'd love to hear from you.

Thank you!
 
The one from Galicia (the round) and the one from Castilla & Leon. Individually numbered and made by the same people that make the ones you see on your walk.

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You might telephone the shop and ask directly. Here is their web which shows their number.

Another place to check is
MAYA SPORT
18 Avenue du Jai Alai, 64220 Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
05 59 37 15 98
 
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I don't know. But - why do you need a tent? There are accommodations all along the way.

As for the sleeping bag - I don't know the cost, but I do know I looked to see if there was anything lighter/cheaper than what I already had and there wasn't. Prices were a bit higher than what I had hoped to pay. I suggest bringing your sleeping bag and if you find a lighter one that you want to buy - you could always mail your current sleeping bag home. Or - if you have time to do it today - go to a local store and see what they have before you leave.

Poles were a good price and you can buy one or two...

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The one from Galicia (the round) and the one from Castilla & Leon. Individually numbered and made by the same people that make the ones you see on your walk.

Daniel Crowe

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I don't know. But - why do you need a tent? There are accommodations all along the way.

As for the sleeping bag - I don't know the cost, but I do know I looked to see if there was anything lighter/cheaper than what I already had and there wasn't. Prices were a bit higher than what I had hoped to pay. I suggest bringing your sleeping bag and if you find a lighter one that you want to buy - you could always mail your current sleeping bag home. Or - if you have time to do it today - go to a local store and see what they have before you leave.

Poles were a good price and you can buy one or two...
I actually didn't mean to put tent haha It crept in somehow. But the sleeping bag is one I need. I might just bring it and drop it off if I find a replacement. Where I am at the minute I couldn't get to a store that sells them today. Thanks Jeanine!

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The one from Galicia (the round) and the one from Castilla & Leon. Individually numbered and made by the same people that make the ones you see on your walk.

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Hi all,
I'm leaving for the Frances tomorrow and I'm wondering about the cost of a sleeping bag and poles in the Saint Jean outdoor store. I have a sleeping bag but it's a bit bulky and I'm going back and forth on whether to bring it. If the cost of the equipment in SJ makes sense then I'd leave it behind and get it there.
Anyone who has bought there recently I'd love to hear from you.

Thank you!
I bought my poles in SJPdP, I bought the 2nd cheapest set and I am still using them. I expected to pay more than here and I did but I did not want the worry of taking poles with my Carry On and the possibility they would be confiscated. I brought a small sleeping bag with me.
 

Susan Peacock

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I am working in SJPdP now. They have a wide selection of poles. These are the Leki. They also have some cheaper poles for between 10-20 euro per pole.


Bonjour,

Below are the sticks that we carry. Prices are for 2 sticks, and including taxes (ttc).
They are aluminium unless specified carbon.
They all are collapsable OR foldable (with a cable inside)
Carbon are usually significantly lighter.

They are listed from low to high prices.

ELEMENTERRE (French brand)


Stroller (21,90 euros) plastic handles
Tramp (38 euros) cork handles, shock absorber.
Hobo (36 euros) foam handles, quick lock system.
Apagado (50 euros) cork handles, quick lock system metal.
Lagoya (58 euros) foldable (with a cable inside) very short to put inside your luggage.

For better descriptions : https://elementerre.fr/93-baton

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GUIDETTI (made in France)

Compostelle (64,95 euros) Compostelle design, quick lock system, cork handles
Pyrénées (64,95 euros) Pyrénées mountains design, quick lock system, cork handles
B-light-carbon (130 euros) very light, quick lock system, 100% carbon
B-light-carbon rubis for ladies (130 euros) very light, quick lock system, 100% carbon
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LEKI (German brand)

Khumbu strong (89,95 euros) quick lock system, cork handles, for tall hikers (145cm).
Khumbu lite (89,95 euros) same as Khumbu strong but classic height (135cm) and lighter.
Cressida Lady (114,95 euros) quick lock system, cork handles.
Makalu lite (114,95 euros) quick lock system, Aergon air.
Traveller alu (114,95 euros) quick lock system, cork handles, L&R cross shark system, 40cm folded.
Traveller carbon (164,95 euros) very light, quick lock system, L&R cross shark system, cork handles, 40cm folded, 100% carbon.
Cressida FX Lady carbon (189,89 euros) quick lock system, cork handles, 40cm folded, Aergon air, 100% carbon.
Makalu FX carbon (189,89 euros) quick lock system, cork handles, 40cm folded, Aergon air, 100% carbon.

For better descriptions :

If you wish to reserve , we can put your items aside until your arrival in Saint Jean . You will pay only arriving here.





Best regards. Cordiales salutations.
Pierre
La Boutique du Pèlerin - The Camino shop !
32 rue de la Citadelle (en face de l'accueil pèlerin / near the Pilgrims Office)
64220 Saint Jean Pied de Port - France

05 59 37 98 52
06 03 17 77 29

Ouvert tous les jours / Open every day 7:00--19:30.

Faites connaître la boutique à vos amis / Share this address with your friends.
www.boutique-du-pelerin.com

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dgallen

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This may be too late for the OP but for those going to SJPdP and wish to have their items (poles, knives, sleeping bags etc.) purchased in France, Amazon has implented lockers for free delivery through Amazon dot Fr. I used the lockers last year on the GR65 Podensis and it works well. Just expect a week to delivery.

The closest location to the old part of St Jean is at LP - PRESS HOUSE 23 PLACE CHARLES DE GAULLE, ST JEAN PIED DE PORT, 64220. This location has 7 days access although Sundays is only in the morning until noon. Also available at the Carrefour in St Jean Monday through Saturday.

You need to log in and order from the Amazon France website and search and register the Amazon locker to your account.
 
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Susan Peacock

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This may be too late for the OP but for those going to SJPdP and wish to have their items (poles, knives, sleeping bags etc.) purchased in France, Amazon has implented lockers for free delivery through Amazon dot Fr. I used the lockers last year on the GR65 Podensis and it works well. Just expect a week to delivery.

The closest location to the old part of St Jean is at LP - PRESS HOUSE 23 PLACE CHARLES DE GAULLE, ST JEAN PIED DE PORT, 64220. This location has 7 days access although Sundays is only in the morning until noon. Also available at the Carrefour in St Jean Monday through Saturday.

You need to log in and order from the Amazon France website and search and register the Amazon locker to your account.
Thank you. That is very useful information.
 

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I purchased the elementerre Lagoya collapsible trekking poles in Pamplona last year. We walked halfway to Santiago and are returning to complete the pilgrimage this year. I find I am unable to reassemble the poles, and I am unable to find instructions online. Can anyone help?
 
Down bag (90/10 duvet) of 700 fills with 180 g (6.34 ounces) of filling. Mummy-shaped structure, ideal when you are looking for lightness with great heating performance.

€149,-

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