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  1. R

    Cold nights in summer?

    ...Just want a little sanity check here... I am walking the Frances from early June through mid-July, and I'm planning to wear long sleeve merino wool tops with a Macabi skirt. I am bringing a pair of leggings to wear underneath should it be chilly (and for the plane ride there and back), and I...
  2. sacjward

    Summer clothes

    ...finish at Santiago de Compostela/Finisterre in mid August. My question is about particular clothing. I will have zip off hiking pants and merino wool t-shirts from Unbound Merino. I was planning on bringing 1 long sleeve merino wool shirt from Unbound Merino. The long sleeve is a summer...
  3. R

    Long pants and long sleeves in summer? Smart or big mistake?

    ...high performance button downs made of synthetics, with vents and whatnot, but they look like sweat factories. Then there are long sleeve merino wool shirts... and lastly, my beloved linen, which I fear may chafe or be otherwise very uncomfortable beneath my pack straps. And pants too...
  4. Stephan the Painter

    Sick of Merino! Bamboo instead?

    After becoming fed up with the durability issues of my Icebreaker Merino under-layers, I was looking at bamboo/poly or bamboo/cotton blends. Wondering if anybody has used this material and can comment on odor control, drying times, durability, or anything else you have to say. I was looking at...
  5. Martin 888

    Any suggestions for a technical shirt with the performance of Merino but without the drawbacks?

    Thus far on over 2000 kms of Camino trails I have always used Icebreaker Merino tee’s as my ‘go-to’ shirt to walk in. Generally great performance, quick dry, warm in cold conditions and breathable in hot. Also smell and stain resistant and easy to hand wash in the evening. The things I don’t...
  6. davebugg

    Tips for Cold Weather Walking

    ...Keep in mind that the material of your layers will also determine the effect to you from the above scenario. Focus on clothing made from merino wool or specialized synthetics. These will allow the garment to remain somewhat insulative even though saturated with sweat. Cottons and cotton...
  7. MartaM

    Women’s 100% merino long sleeve back at Costco

    $18.99! I have 5 of these from about 10 years ago when they were $3 or $4 cheaper. - I’ve worn, machine washed & dried low heat many, many times and only one developed a small hole. They do shrink a bit if you dry for too long. This one seems fairly generously sized.
  8. D

    Boxer shorts - any recommendations

    ...The Danish ones seem to be getting good reviews on Amazon, but can’t find any reviews from hiking bloggers or YouTub. There’s also a pair of Merino boxers in Decathlon that get good customer reviews. I’m wondering what brands or type of boxers are popular on the Camino. I’m based in the UK...
  9. A

    Skirts and wool leggings

    ...I will be walking the Frances starting September 21. I am planning on bringing two hiking skirts (one skirt, one kilt maybe) and two pair of merino wool leggings, which I think I could layer on cold days and skip entirely on warm ones. Tops would be two merino t-shirts and two lightweight...
  10. AR1965

    Brands of clothing (merino wool)

    Hi everyone, I’m planning to do Camino Frances next year June and July. I’m hearing a lot about Merino wool clothing being cooling, fast-drying, odor resistant, etc. Has anyone found this to be true? What brands have worked well? I’m looking into WoolX and SmartWool, and am open to suggestions...
  11. G

    Is this equipment ok?

    Hi, I was wondering if those decathlon socks would be ok for the camino del norte. They seem to be good against blisters, they are not merino socks though. Is it THAT necessary to buy merino socks? Moreover, I'd like to ask some other questions: 1) is a 40L backpack is enough or if it is too...
  12. LisaWalker

    Down jacket or No?

    I’m starting in Burgos on the Frances on 13 May ending Santiago 5 June. Who would bring a down jacket? I’ll have rain jacket, long sleeve merinos. Wondering if it’s very cold in the mornings. I’m from Australia by the way. Feel the chill easily.
  13. P

    Quick drying hiking tshirt help

    Hi, I am looking for some quick dry tshirts, though I don't like the Polyester Elastane ones. Are the only other options merino?
  14. S

    Clothing clothing clothing what to wear to the ball?

    ...of lightweight hiking pants. Again, my choice is from Outdoor Research, my pants are lightweight and comfortable, but with a twist…. I wear merino wool long underpants. In my opinion, this is the best marriage for both cold and wet. Shoes, Hiking shoes, and soggy bags Did I mention that I...
  15. elbosterix

    Layers guidance

    ...have just purchased a few items and would love to hear if you think I need to add a spare or ditch/swap for something else: - 1 x Icebreaker Merino long sleeve base layer (200) - 1 x Icebreaker Merino short sleeve 150 - 1 x Icebreaker Merino Vest - 1 x Icebreaker Merino Long Sleeve Zip...
  16. B

    Clothing for Via Podiensis

    I will be walking on the GR65 starting in early April from Le Puy. I was thinking of wearing/carrying merino T's and long sleeves, a down gilet and a waterproof/windproof shell. Does anyone who has walked this route in spring have any advice for me as to whether this will be enough to keep me...
  17. Y

    Warm clothing for a late April departure?

    ...Camino from St. Jean in late April this year and wondered how many warm clothes I need to pack. Do I need to bring a puffy and a long sleeve merino? I'm so confused about what to bring and am trying to avoid packing items that won't be used as I progress along the route. Your...
  18. P

    Trouser recommendation seen in action on Primitivo, just acquired for self

    ...500g or more, they are not light, but getting rid of (in my case, a pair of zip-offs and a pair of running tights, leaving only a need for a merino capri underneath for cold mornings), I think the weight will be worth it. They look pretty nice on, and should last for years and years and...
  19. F

    Gear advice for base, mid and top layers for mid April start

    ...list below (this is just top half): - Arc'teryx Atom Hoody (I will also have the Packa poncho/jacket for heavier rain) - x1 long sleeve merino "175 Everyday" base layer - x2 merino T shirts - x1 long sleeve columbia shirt (mainly sun protection days) - x1 merino tank top (mainly for...
  20. Salty

    Packing List : T shirts : Merino wool or synthetic quick dry ?

    I have bought both Merino wool and quick dry T- shirts. Both long and short sleeves. Going end of Sept on the Camino Frances. My research so far shows, that with merino wool items, you can wear them for a few days, they dont smell. Quick dry items become smelly within a day and needs...

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