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  1. Peterexpatkiwi

    Hiking poles on the plane in Santiago!

    How about a couple of second hand broom handles? Seems like @Bradypus might have a couple to give away soon...
  2. Peterexpatkiwi

    Hiking poles on the plane in Santiago!

    I take it that nobody has specifically checked with Santiago airport as yet whether or not this is now the official policy? (i.e, that folded poles are now allowed as carry on luggage).
  3. Peterexpatkiwi

    Altra Experience Wild

    @jcat , I look forward to your report. I love my Altras but a slight drop could be very beneficial for me personally. I believe you are correct, the drop is new
  4. Peterexpatkiwi

    Packing list feedback for Primitivo next week

    Not too many of those along the Primitivo, but there's a few sporting goods stores along the way so I guess you'll find something!
  5. Peterexpatkiwi

    Packing list feedback for Primitivo next week

    On the Primitivo - I really don't know, I took zero notice I'm afraid. I guess you could jump onto Google Maps and have a quick look at each major town along the way? You are correct in that 125 grams isn't much, if you were to either buy a new outfit in Madrid or as suggested above if you're...
  6. Peterexpatkiwi

    Packing list feedback for Primitivo next week

    Overall it looks good, whilst the toiletries and first aid weights seem rather high I understand your point that it's for two people not just one. The trimmer made me laugh, it's only two weeks! I would ditch the extra carried t-shirt - keep the Merino, lose the other one. Personally I found...
  7. Peterexpatkiwi

    Le Puy April-May Sleeping bag?

    So I'm guessing that you're either still underway/ possibly nearing completion, how have you found it? If you have the time a short precies would be really useful for us future pilgrims ( I hope to be on the route next year) Thanks!
  8. Peterexpatkiwi

    Surprised at our test results poncho vs jacket

    It's cheaper because it's nowhere near as waterproof, nor does it have the same features ,- pit zips etc. That said for normal rainfall it works very well (I have one) but @trecile had suggested the other because of its superior characteristics.
  9. Peterexpatkiwi

    Surprised at our test results poncho vs jacket

    Basically as I understand it, the exterior of the pack is not waterproof, it's the built-in dry bag that is - hence the exterior gets soaking wet and adds significant weight. You are correct in that a packcover would help avoid that. As somebody who has used both systems I found that with...
  10. Peterexpatkiwi

    Surprised at our test results poncho vs jacket

    This one I own, it’s the light weight version of the one @Gobsmacked by the World is talking about. No pit zips, not as waterproof, and only available in dark blue, not red….
  11. Peterexpatkiwi

    Any risk of walking without insoles?

    Well, they’re currently being injured aren’t they. Don’t throw the insoles away, just try walking without them for a while - your feet will soon let you know how they feel
  12. Peterexpatkiwi

    Any risk of walking without insoles?

    I have no idea, but I feel that if it’s more comfortable, it doesn’t matter if it damages the shoes ( if it even would?) It’s worth trying! Edit: Trecile types faster than I!
  13. Peterexpatkiwi

    Surprised at our test results poncho vs jacket

    Sadly I’ve not found it on the German website either!
  14. Peterexpatkiwi

    Backpack size

    You're welcome. The advice from @C clearly is also important - basically you just need to make sure that you can comfortably carry whatever you plan to take. As REI has such an incredible returns policy you'll probably be fine. What I often suggest to people is that they put together...
  15. Peterexpatkiwi

    Backpack size

    Personally mine is only 32 liters however I predominantly walk a little earlier than you. Walking in October to November I would probably need a 40 litre to allow for extra warm weather Gear. At the end of the day it's far more important that it's comfortable. So if it's comfortable - then...
  16. Peterexpatkiwi

    Packing List Final Review. Starting in a week! :)

    I guess you're now in Spain, waiting for dawn - you did say you start on the 8th. So: Buen Camino!
  17. Peterexpatkiwi

    To those who brought a tent: How do I keep the total weight down?

    I couldn't agree more! Ditto. My pack is new, but I wear my clothing until it wears out and then I wear it for the garden. Until it's practically falling off me. It used to drive my wife nuts. I'll still never forget the day my favorite pullover mysteriously disappeared..... . It was only about...
  18. Peterexpatkiwi

    To those who brought a tent: How do I keep the total weight down?

    Thanks Jeff, that’s an excellent video
  19. Peterexpatkiwi

    To those who brought a tent: How do I keep the total weight down?

    @Anhalter has posted his packing list here on the forum and certainly some of it is most definitely 'expensive specialised ultralight Gear', but I was surprised to note that clothing for example is quite often just run of the mill Decathlon. Some major weight-saving areas are for example his...
  20. Peterexpatkiwi

    To those who brought a tent: How do I keep the total weight down?

    I fully understand your desire to walk with what you have, especially if you are also trying to save money. But goodness me, both the tent and especially the rucksack seem to be incredibly heavy! If you cannot buy (eg second hand) could you not perhaps borrow something that is comfortable but...

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