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  1. Winchester09

    Oviedo Maps & Markings

  2. Winchester09

    Oviedo Maps & Markings

    A big thank-you to the three of you. Feel much more confident and much more excited to boot. Counting down the days :-)
  3. Winchester09

    Oviedo Maps & Markings

    Hola peregrinos, Doing final planning for July Primitivo. A couple if my guides say it can be tricky leaving Oviedo, anyone had any issues? As a precaution I'm looking to download good quality street maps. Anyone know of a good source? Getting over excited now!
  4. Winchester09

    What DO men put in their backpacks?

    My first camino in 09 starting in Winchester I had a 60ltr pack weighing 24kg! However my previous camping forays had been with the Army where lightweight doesn't really figure. I took loads of things I'd now consider a luxury and did send some bits home by the time I got to Bordeaux. Also...
  5. Winchester09

    Another Backpack recommendation request

    Nice looking pack. I've been experimenting with a similar set up using my standard 30ltr then adding a front pouch to the waist strap to bolster amount I can take. Lots of options out there from various companies, Raidlight is my favourite. They can all be adapted to fit any bag as well and are...
  6. Winchester09

    Compostelle: le Chemin de la vie

    Looks great, can't wait to see the whole thing. Reminds me if the Salomon trail running films.
  7. Winchester09

    Camino Rules?

    Can't remember where exactly once but I loved the slogan posted outside one town which read: "Pan y Vino esta Camino!" Very true, with more emphasis on the Vino a definite pleasure in any company Regarding the rubbish I met a couple from the SA Confraternity in St Jean d'Angeley who were...
  8. Winchester09

    Waterproof things in July?

    Oh almost forgot: waterproofing your pack. I prefer to waterproof the gear on the inside with waterproof roll top (very important) stuff sacks. If you use several smaller ones it'll help organise your gear (eg different colours or just written on). Roll tops keep all water out if rolled 3...
  9. Winchester09

    Waterproof things in July?

    The 'weight vs what if conundrum' is strong in this thread! You can prep for everything but then weigh yourself down...but if you don't a Camino of happy memories could turn to a horrid damp slog. Yes skin is waterproof but any fool can be cold wet and miserable lol When I got to Spain in 09...
  10. Winchester09

    Gear Question: jackets

    Jackets, Waterproof. Get a breathable one from a good name. The more you pay the better more breathable material you will get. For the Camino though just ask the recommendation of your local outdoor shop, they should know what they're talking about. In my store I'd usually go with something...
  11. Winchester09

    Gear Question: jackets

    Jackets, Waterproof. Get a breathable one from a good name. The more you pay the better more breathable material you will get. For the Camino though just ask the recommendation of your local outdoor shop, they should know what they're talking about. In my store I'd usually go with something...
  12. Winchester09

    Gear Question: jackets

    I crossed the Pyrenees in June and found a 2 season sleeping bag more than suitable. I would always advise going with a bag slightly warmer than you need. If too warm you can un zip it but if the temp drops more than expected (which it can in the mountain areas) then you are prepared. Also...
  13. Winchester09

    Travel advice UK to Oviedo

    All booked now, checked out all the options and easiest/cheapest for us was the following: Flying Gatwick to Asturias via Barcelona (Gatwick had more flights and easier to get to for us than Stanstead) then bus to Oviedo. Will be counting the days. Buen Camino
  14. Winchester09

    Travel advice UK to Oviedo

    Thanks for the advice everyone. Can't wait to get started!
  15. Winchester09

    Downsides of Sandals

    Flip flops are also handy for the evenings and weigh next to nothing. Also good to wear in the shower to avoid picking up any foot nasties!
  16. Winchester09

    Washing - soap, shampoo or detergent

    My solution was a bar of fairy all purpose soap. Not liquid so no airport worries. The entire bar lasted me for all four months and I still had over half left (or would have had I not lopt a 1/3 off in Bordeaux). Worked perfectly both in the shower and in a basin with my clothes...and even both...
  17. Winchester09

    Travel advice UK to Oviedo

    Hey guys & gals, My wife and I plan to walk the Primitivo from Oviedo in July. We're currently planning how to get there. Does anyone have any advice on travel from the UK? We live in the South so flying from Southampton or London. We have used night trains on previous journeys to save...
  18. Winchester09

    Ladies , make sure your pack fits.

    Lots of brands make female specific bags. In general these have a shorter back with narrower shoulders and wider hip belt distributing weight better for a women's body. Best advice is but from a store with lots if options and ask that you can be sized and fitted. Also they should be able to...
  19. Winchester09

    Meseta

    True, they are easy enough to clean. Just speak to the guys in your local outdoor shop and they'll be able to tell you how. You can also get design specific cleaning kits and sterilising tablets for the most effective job. Also I found a cap to fit around the bite valve of mine to protect it...
  20. Winchester09

    Dangerous animals!

    I walked from Winchester and only had trouble from farmers dogs twice. Both in France once in a small village near Bordeaux and again just outside St Palais. Both times I just shouted and waved my stick at them and they backed off. The only snake I saw was a young adder which just happened to...

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