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  1. G

    Backpack?

    Hello, I want to make El Camino from SJPDP (Plus a few days in Portugal and Finisterre) with only one backpack. I am thinking of purchasing the Osprey Aether Plus 60, is it a good option? Or what alternatives can I consider? Greetings
  2. F

    Backpack size

    I’m walking the Frances in late Oct thru November. Is a 55L osprey too large in your opinion? Thx is for suggestions. Frank
  3. Rold Gold

    Packing List: Welcome All Comments!

    Greetings Fellow Pilgrims! I have more than a month to go until I leave on my first Camino, but couldn't resist getting my pack together already this weekend. My full backpack (Deuter 30 L) is currently weighing in at 9.9 lbs/4.49 kgs. That includes everything except my phone, passport...
  4. anowo

    Backpack is 2 kg too heavy TwT

    Hi! I'm traveling to Porto tomorrow and starting the Camino on the 19th, the problem is that I've just weighed my pack and it's 2 kilos more than it should be! Should I get rid of some stuff or should I just soldier on? This is my first Camino so I'm sure I've overpacked ahaha So this is what...
  5. Michael Mattalo

    Backpack Replacement Recos?

    Looking to replace our packs for our upcoming Camino. Primary motivation is something lighter, especially for my wife. Currently I have Gregory Stout 35L at 1,550g (3.4 pounds) and my wife has Gregory Amber 34L at 1,450g (3.2 pounds). Size and feature wise, both are perfect. Any suggestions /...
  6. santhi

    How light was your backpack for Camino Frances (800 km)

    Can someone suggest how light was your backpack? I am thinking of not exceeding 3 kg. Is that possible? I would love to hear from those who had travelled with around that weight. I am not getting any company to carry by baggage for me as that defeats the purpose of going on the pilgrim.
  7. 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...
  8. J Willhaus

    Help me review this packing list for my students

    Hi Pilgrims, Some of you may remember that I am taking a group of 10 nursing students on a study abroad over the Christmas break. I am retiring in the Spring so the school asked me to do this with another instructor so they can keep offering the course after I retire. We only have time to do...
  9. 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...
  10. davebugg

    What Does 'Light' or Ultra-Light Mean

    The Forum has not adopted an official Weight Terminology Definition Index as it applies to backpack weight. I can understand why. It is not vital, but labels like 'ultralight' or 'lightweight' are sometimes used in postings. Perhaps it could be useful for some if there was a definition given...
  11. B

    Camino Portuguese packing list (help)

    Hi all, I am starting the Camino in 2 weeks and this will be my first time. Would the attached be sufficient? is there any critical things I’m missing or any area i can likely cut weight/items? Missing from photo: - 1 x Merino wool shirt - 3 x merino wool underwear - casual shirt/shorts for...
  12. 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...
  13. JulioCesarSalad

    Shakedown request: February on the Camino Frances, 35 pounds current weight

    Hello everyone, my cousin is planning to do the Camino de Santiago in February, starting February 1 on the Camino Frances. Could you all please help me with a shakedown? It's his first time Most lists I've found are for summer Caminos, so there's a bunch of extra stuff for winter that I had to...
  14. Stephanie Martin

    28L pack on the Camino Frances this October

    Dear all, I'm doing my 1st Camino this October & I'm nervous about whether I made the right choice in buying a 28L Osprey backpack. I had initially purchased a 30L Macpac bag, but it was somehow abit too flimsy and this new pack feels better. I just don't know if I'll be able to pack as much as...
  15. C

    backpack_size

    Hello fellow travelers. First time doing el camino, french way, will start in September. do you have a suggestion of the backpack size, 40, 50, 60 litters? will all I need to make it across fit in the 40 litter? thank you for your replies.
  16. M

    How to get weight down

    Hello, I’m heading off on the Camino Frances in a week or so and today I’ve been packing my bag. It’s come out to weigh 6.8kg (including 1.5L water and a few snacks) but this is a problem because I weigh just less than 65kg, so it’s over the 10% rule I’ve attached a list of everything I’ve...
  17. Peacemaker

    How do you use such a small pack?!?

    I'm in final planning for beginning the Camino Frances in early April. I've been collecting ideas about necessary equipment for the April/May shoulder season) without going overboard, and have winnowed down the gear I think will be needed. My pack weighs 21 pounds (9.5 Kilos) without the Crocs...
  18. StumpyDave

    Using a larger Backpack, just not filling it up. Thoughts?

    Greetings. I plan on doing the Northern route and connecting to the Primitivo from July 2nd to August 12th this summer...my first Camino. From previous hiking trips, I have a Columbia Endura 65L backpack. It's a very nice, professional pack...but it is bigger than most people recommend for a...
  19. Brian B 62

    Sleeping solution... still confused!

    Hi, we are planning a first time walk from SJPdP to Santiago starting early September this year. Mostly staying in Alburgues we hope. We've done a lot of research online and are pretty happy with most items to pack - except for sleeping... liner only, liner and down quilt, or lightweight down...
  20. serenalms

    Good backpack for petite women? Help!

    Hi there, I know there have been a thousand posts on backpacks, and that in the end everyone is different and there is no one size fits all answer, but I'm having an extremely hard time finding a pack that fits me properly. I am a fairly petite woman - 5'3" and 105 pounds - and so far, every...

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