The question was: I’ll be walking from SJPP in mid April. I’ve read on a couple of blogs that some pilgrims have secured their backpacks in their albergues using a Pacsafe mesh cover. I’ll be carrying my valuables with me…
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One comprehensive and honest packing list for the Camino de Santiago
This post is not a question, but rather one pilgrim sharing her packing list and other pilgrims comments on here choice. Her post was: Hi all – I read a lot of packing lists when I was preparing for the camino,…
Should my backpack be 10% of my weight?
The question was: Someone somewhere arbitrarily came up with this guideline that one should strive to restrict the weight of their backpack to 10% of body weight. This gets passed around over and over again and seems now to have…
Pack list for the Camino de Santiago
Not so much a question, but one of our forum members shares his pack list and asks for advice: First draft packing List, approximately one year in advance of trip, April 2013. From Nebraska USA to Pamplona through Santiago de…
Tagged with: Backpack, Backpack size, Pack list, Packlist
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum
What was the SINGLE smartest “unexpected” item you included in your backpack?
The question was: OK peregrinos, this first-time pilgrim (leaving SJPdP on May 19) hopes to learn from your experience. What was the SINGLE smartest “unexpected” item you included in your backpack? Keep it to one item, please, and (may I…
Backpacks: 28 liters, 30 liters or 40 liters?
The question was: Although my first Camino is still at least two years away Im beginning to formulate my gear list and will soon begin the “boy in the toystore” phase (my wife accuses me of using this as an…
Tagged with: 28 liters, 30 liters, 40 liters, Backpack, Backpack size
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum
Are there “Backpack Taxies” on the Camino de Santiago?
The question was: I saw a reference to “backpack taxis”. Is that what I think it might be? A van that ferrys backpacks to the next stop for a fee so that the Pilgrim can walk without his pack? Not…
Please tell me what I can leave behind
The question was: We are planning on slowly walking Leon to Santiago (or Finisterre if we have time) from September 7 to 30. Proposed packing list is as follows, but I have some questions and do NOT want to carry…
Tagged with: Backpack, Backpack size, Pack list, Packlist
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum
Backpacks and poles = check or carry on?
The question was: In the past few years, we have come up against various “rules” regarding luggage which seem to make no sense. For instance, last week I traveled from California to Oregon via air. I called the airlines ahead…
An example packing list for the Camino de Santiago
One of our members in our forum has posted his entire packing list for his upcoming Camino de Santiago. Although each pilgrim is different, it might give you an idea of what you should bring with you. Have a look at this…
Tagged with: Backpack, Packlist, What not to bring
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum, In the Backpack, Tip
Posted in From the Camino de Santiago forum, In the Backpack, Tip
What is the ideal size of the backpack for the Camino de Santiago?
The question was: I plan to go shopping this weekend but am unsure of what SIZE a backpack to purchase? Read what our veteran pilgrims say about a good backpack size for the Camino de Santiago.
Does albergues refuse pilgrims who don’t carry their packs?
The question was: Do albergues refuse the pilgrims who don’t carry their packs? Real the answers from our veteran pilgrims in our Camino de Santiago forum.
What is a good backpack size for the Camino de Santiago?
The question was: Since I’ve decided that I will alternate between albergues/refugios and hotels, I’ll now need to pack a sleeping bag as well, right? Therefore, if I consider minimal clothing, a tiny first aid kit, food, water, and a…
What is the best backpack size for the Camino de Santiago?
The question was: I plan to go shopping this weekend but am unsure of what SIZE a backpack to purchase? Read all the good backpack size advice for the Camino de Santiago in our Camino forum.
Is my Backpack too small?
The question was: Is my backpack too small for the Camino de Santiago? Read all the good advice on selecting a good backpack for the Camino de Santiago here.
Backpack Recommendations
The question was: My wife and I are planning to walk the camino in 2010. We are starting to buy our equipment so we can start our training program. I am looking for recommendations on backpacks for both men and…
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