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  1. Bernardo77

    Help with shoes!

    OMG you have hit a nerve with this thread. After two Caminos there is no such thing as perfect shoes and of course everything the previous 1000 respondents said about it being personal holds true. My 2 cents,1) stop overthinking it and obsessing 2) go fit some brooks cascadias, 1,5-2 sizes too...
  2. Bernardo77

    Change of rules on checking in hiking poles at SCQ airport

    Agree, great summary, I find it quite surprising that so many ppl want to take poles as carry on, you can’t carry a knife on board which is obvious to most, poles with their carbide tips can be a much more dangerous “weapon” than a pocket knife…
  3. Bernardo77

    Change of rules on checking in hiking poles at SCQ airport

    Starting Camino in 2 weeks and worried about this, is it ok if the poles are inside our backpacks as checked in luggage, not carry on, we will be wrapping the backpacks in cling wrap at the South African Airport and only opening after arrival in Spain. Please help? I have to use my poles (L5/S1...
  4. Bernardo77

    Help with shoes!

    Before the NB’s try on the new Brooks Cascadia 17, this series of trail runner is one of the best for Camino, big stack, rugged, strong toecap, rockplate. After my altras gave me tendonitis n switched to Brooks, completed my Camino and now a dozen pairs later just upgraded to 17 and starting...
  5. Bernardo77

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

    I would suggest weighing EVERYTHING and input each item and its weight into www.lighterpack.com - this tool allows you to mark what will be worn vs packed so you can plan accordingly. I would drop one of each of the shirts you have two of and drop items where you have three of. Toiletries and...
  6. Bernardo77

    Waterproof Jacket

    Just dont lose it!
  7. Bernardo77

    Waterproof Jacket

    Sounds like you are almost set, last couple of thoughts on rain prep, use a trash or contractor bag as a pack liner and keep your sleeping clothes and sleeping bag/liner in a drybag. On shoes, walking in rain for several hours NO shoes stay dry, goretex hahaha, the rain comes through the top of...
  8. Bernardo77

    Waterproof Jacket

    This made me laugh thinking of first few times using the Altus, definitely awkward. So pro tip after having walked half a CF in driving rain, hold the altus in front of you, open zipped in same direction you would wear it, and then fling the whole thing over your head and off you go. My...
  9. Bernardo77

    Fleece/jacket necessary in august?

    Most puffys weigh around 300-400g with fleeces in the 150-200g range. Lightweight baselayer, fleece and possibly lightweight rainshell (my black diamond stormline is amazing for wind) should cover most conditions
  10. Bernardo77

    Another question from Marska ... sorry all!

    Ditch the umbrella, wind and rain it will be useless, baseball cap better than wide brimmed hat as it works better with the altus poncho, stick with the poncho, provides better all round protection from rain if you do hit a wet patch. So 1 pair of shoes for walking (trail runners) and sandals...
  11. Bernardo77

    Waterproof Jacket

    Having walked the CF in the cold winter of 2019 with plenty of rain I would give my 2 cents, Altus atmosperic works best but you still get a bit wet, wear a cap and cinch the head cover tightly, the cap will keep some of the rain from entering the face. Also used a Black Diamond Stormshell...
  12. Bernardo77

    Am I packing too much?

    I would drop the brita, the yeti, the face mask, the stock of wipes and use disposable water bottles and your cafe con leche will be at a bar or takeaway. Also drop one golf ball and the camera, you have your iphone (i am also a photographer but my better gear is staying at home - rather enjoy a...
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  14. Bernardo77

    3 weeks to do Norte or Frances?

    Thanks J, looks like about a 500km walk from Burgos which should be doable in our 21 available days, weighing up the value of doing the continuous walk as you suggested (guess some benefits to not interrupting the Camino flow and friendships) vs doing the beautiful first few days from sjpp and...
  15. Bernardo77

    3 weeks to do Norte or Frances?

    Ola Ivar and all Peregrinos. My name is Ernie and I am from South Africa, I hiked the Frances in 2019 during November and absolutely loved it. My wife and I, both 45, want to do a Camino together in 2023 between 16 September and 7 October so we only have 3 weeks in Spain. I am so unsure about...
  16. Bernardo77

    I need short notice help to decide on Norte or Frances Nov/Dec 2019?

    Thanks for this supportive view of the Norte which highlights some clear risks on this route, message I take is its doable but be prepared. A follow up question if I may regardless of the route: Poncho or good rain jacket, pants and lined and covered backpack?
  17. Bernardo77

    I need short notice help to decide on Norte or Frances Nov/Dec 2019?

    Firstly I would like to thank each and everyone for your insightful answers and feedback. It is amazing how passionate contributors to this forum are. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Discussing this question with good friends last night they all agree that I will be better suited to the...
  18. Bernardo77

    I need short notice help to decide on Norte or Frances Nov/Dec 2019?

    My biggest worry in doing the Norte is having to deal with heavy rain predicted between Irun and Orio from 1-3 November, is it safe to walk the way in rain for this section?
  19. Bernardo77

    I need short notice help to decide on Norte or Frances Nov/Dec 2019?

    Hi all! Not sure if I should do the Norte from 31 Oct - 7 Dec or Frances for the first one? Got the gift of time very recently but the timeslot is just after season with many closed albergues and uncertain weather. 41 yr old male of ave fitness, hiking 5-10 km sections regularly, I am big at...

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