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  1. woody66

    Osprey Talon 33 Lifetime Guarantee

    Hi Guys This is just for info really; but if mods want to they can delete! For this May's Camino i have gone back to my Talon 33 (so much less stuff this time; in fact everything is in the top brain apart from spare clothes and electronics) This post is about their Almighty Guarantee i brought...
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    Help with booking.com directions

    Sorry mods sure there used to be a miscellaneous section. On booking there used be an option in their app to get directions for your booking! Click get directions, open with, click on my Osmand+ icon and the location was there and i would add it to favorites; or i could search options...
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    Enough layers Leon to Muxia September

    Hi All! My only Camino so far was a hot one! For the September walk this is the gear i was planning to take ; but i wondered if i could ditch the sun shirt and have sufficient layers for the cold!!! 2 x short sleeve merino t shirts (with arm sleeves covert to long) ! x pair of runners sun/arm...
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    Ghost Whisperer - puffy vest or jacket?

    Hi All! I walk Leon Santiago Muxia September through to early October! My question: As i have both a Ghost Wisperer puffy Vest and a Ghost Wisperer jacket! Which do you think is the most suitable at that time of year? (The weight difference is 60 grams however the jacket is much warmer same...
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    OSMAND_+ and GPX track for the full Francés

    Hi ! Well here goes be aware i am no techy( Osmand is so customizable and what it offers me suits me and my visual limitations!) I use and am accustomed to the way Osmand + functions! (well more or less :)) I have Osmand and the Frances on my Tab and it functions OK! However i want a back up...
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    Anything I should ditch or add?

    Hi All! Below is a provisional list of clothing I am taking early next May for the Frances! I haven't included my shoes or rain kilt ; but have included everything else and the spare stuff! WEARING on arrival from UK HAGLOF LIM JACKET** COLUMBIA ZIPP OFFS** RAB FLEECE** T SHIRT**...
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    Hokas with wet grip?

    Hi All! I have an issue and i need help please: I hope this isn't to ambiguous a question to answer? Which HOKA has the best wet grip! (this i know is personal opinion; a bit like ask the audience on "Who wants to be a millionaire" but a general consensus nonetheless.) I wore Hoka Stinson...
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    Francés May 2023

    Hi! I start walking on the 4th May next year from SJPP going Vacarlos route; 2 nights in Pamplona and booked up to Estella on the 10th May. My flight leaves Santiago on the 31st. If i could i would have liked to walk the whole way but the time i have available makes that a no go! I want to...
  9. woody66

    GPS for Valcarlos route (and "all" Caminos) available here

    MODS not sure if the title is right or slightly misleading as you still have to do it yourself :) Hi! There have been a few questions on here about where to find a GPX track for the Vacarlos way. I hope this will help others . (and i don't end up looking a numpty) I am walking from SJPP to...
  10. woody66

    Two Stamps from Vigo

    Hi!Walked from Porto got stamp each day at my accomodation ! However now in Combarro on Espiritual but keep forgetting second stamp until to late or in bed.Will I still get my Compostela? Thanks Woody Wounds are mounting fell again yesterday now knees split open and elbow but that wasn't what...
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    Portuguese Coastal and Espiritual walking tomorrow 20/09/21

    Hi All! Well here we go at last; start walking in the morning happy days!! I have had a wonderful weekend in Porto the Portuguese are so friendly and go out of their way to help! My first stop is in Parafita.I hope the way is a bit more easy than some of the places I have encountered in Porto...
  12. woody66

    Velcro Pad and Harness Swap

    Hi! Quick question! Can you swap the Velcro pad and shoulder straps from an Osprey Stratos 34 m/l and put them on an Osprey Talon 33 m/l? The Talon 33 straps are thinner but Ok! The Stratos straps have more padding so wondered if the swap was possible for a bit more comfort? Thanks Woody.
  13. woody66

    Merino Base Layer Question?

    Hi Everyone! I need some advice/opinions about base layers. I am walking the Portuguese Coastal and Spiritual from mid September from Porto; arrive Santiago second week of October; unless Covid 19 and/or our government's " you can go,you can't go" traffic light system mucks it up! I have...
  14. woody66

    Osprey air mesh ventilator trampoline problem!

    Hi everyone! I have a problem with my Osprey pack. I decided on the pack specifically because of its brilliant reviews and it's a panel loader with numerous zipped pockets/pouches. With my lack of vision and colour vision finding gear by which pouch its in; for me seemed a better option than...
  15. woody66

    Brooks Glycerin.

    Hi everyone! Well three of us have just been to a small local running shop where the guy(the owner) was so knowledgeable and so patient;we were there for two and a half hours all of us found and brought shoes. I had walked about six and a bit miles before going,it was stinking hot,carried my...
  16. woody66

    Spontaneous gear test

    Hi everyone! My initial intention was to put on my hands free brolly and see if i could still use my Altus over the pack and do it up without any interference! However my daughter suggested we test it; so here's the result! The vid (there was more but says their to big) are just a little of my...
  17. woody66

    patagonia nine trails shorts

    This sounds like they are what i was looking for! I have ordered a pair to try and will buy a second pair if OK! Has anybody used the Patagonia nine trails short on Camino? They are pricey; but it says they have 3 zip pockets (security),and include antibacterial boxer type liner. Eliminates...
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    Rain kilt vs trousers - Sept Oct - Portuguese Coastal

    Hi everyone! Please remember i am a newbie to Camino; so advice is most welcome as the nuances of kit are still sinking in! Am i over complicating something that's a straight forward choice? I have never worn a rain kilt ; but i have listened to several threads about them verses waterproof...
  19. woody66

    Hospederia in Armenteira

    Hi! Quick question do the rooms at the Hospederia have private bathrooms;for some reason cant load their website! Thanks Woody
  20. woody66

    How does Marmot compare to Patagonia?

    Hi everyone! Is the Marmot Precip Jacket, better than Patagonia's Torrentshell 3l !!! (I am at a loss i brought Hagalof's LIM multi sport jacket 20000 HYD,HEAD £128 it leaked on first time of wearing after about 35 minutes in the rain(got full refund) my daughter said it's a good company and...

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