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  1. CathyJ

    Don't Cheap Out on Raingear!

    Tony, I'm in Perth and returned from completing the Camino Frances a couple of weeks ago. Happy to share info if you have any questions. Personally, I think the Altus and gaiters are the way to go but that's just my opinion. I took a good quality rain jacket also and really didn't need it...
  2. CathyJ

    Don't Cheap Out on Raingear!

    I wasn't sure about gaiters either but took them. I didn't wear them until the first day it rained and then wore them almost every day after - rain or no rain. The reason - clean trouser legs! I just returned home last week and throughout my Camino I encountered a LOT of mud which ended up...
  3. CathyJ

    Don't Cheap Out on Raingear!

    Another little tip with the Altus or other ponchos - wearing a cap or sports visor will stop the hood from falling down over your eyes and the rain driving into your face/eyes :)
  4. CathyJ

    Don't Cheap Out on Raingear!

    Hi Kyle, I have also just returned two days ago. Altus poncho (which accommodated my pack) with knee high gaiters kept me totally dry (except for the inevitable condensation). I found that when it stopped raining intermittently I would unzip the poncho and pull my arms out and leave the poncho...
  5. CathyJ

    WARNING. simcardspain.es

    I got the same...
  6. CathyJ

    WARNING. simcardspain.es

    Hi Robo, I also ordered from simcardspain.es. I didn't get my card as quickly as I expected and found that they didn't reply to my emails as promptly as they did to my earlier enquiries when looking to purchase. It did eventually arrive though, hope yours does also :)
  7. CathyJ

    Rainware....From a different perspective

    Hi Meggsy, I tried holding my gaiters under a fast flowing tap and no water penetrated the fabric. I'm sure it is possible some rain could get through the top where they gather around the calf but don't know how you could stop that with any of them. I think that my Altus is long enough to...
  8. CathyJ

    Hiking dresses?

    I have seen many women with their dresses being gradually hitched and bunched under a backpack. Not so bad if you have tights on but you may not want your undies on display! A skirt and a T over top may be safer
  9. CathyJ

    Rainware....From a different perspective

    Hi Meggsy, mmm, I haven't tested them, you will know how much rain we have had here in recent months....not !! I might have to figure a way to try them out somehow
  10. CathyJ

    Rainware....From a different perspective

    Hi Meggsy, I got lucky when someone in Melbourne posted their Altus for sale on this forum. The gaiters I bought are http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2x-Waterproof-Hiking-Climbing-Walking-Hunting-Snow-Ski-Warm-Leg-Gaiter-Legging-/361500360005?hash=item542b19bd45:g:pXIAAOSwWTRW07wH They are...
  11. CathyJ

    Rainware....From a different perspective

    That's my plan - Altus and gaiters, hope it works. Just don't tell the fashion police!!
  12. CathyJ

    Washing socks with Vaseline buildup

    I have also used Glide but like Trail Toes as much and that also is cheaper
  13. CathyJ

    Happy feet?

    If only summer was over! We got our 40 yesterday and it was still 38 at 7pm, 32 at midnight! I have been really happy with my Injinji's, I do also use either body glide or trail toes anti friction balm for longer walks. How long until you leave, I leave April 11
  14. CathyJ

    Happy feet?

    Hi auldies, you mentioned wearing toe socks with merino socks over top. I wear the Injinji 2.0 Outdoor Mid Weight Crew Nuwool socks on their own with my boots and have not had any problems with blisters during walks of 10-25km over the last six months. They might overcome the problem by...
  15. CathyJ

    Washing socks with Vaseline buildup

    Hi Texas Walker, a great solution for removing sticky residue is eucalyptus oil. Use it liberally on the sticky areas and allow to sit for a while to soften before gently wiping the area and washing. If it's really bad it may take a couple of goes.... but your socks will smell wonderful! It...
  16. CathyJ

    Calling all Techies ... re: Travel Adapter with USB ports?

    I am only wanting to charge my iPhone and a Garmin wristband which both have USB cables. I have ordered the one below, f anyone thinks it is a bad choice please let me know so I can explore something else. Thanks...
  17. CathyJ

    Sleeping Bags

    Sea to Summit TR1 - 390gms. Can be used as a bag or unzipped to a blanket, very small pack size
  18. CathyJ

    What rating sleeping bag?

    I have the Sea to Summit TR1. It is rated 10 degrees which I hope will be okay for indoors in April (with clothes on). It is ultra dry down and weighs 389 grams. I paid A$175 online. Might be worth looking at?? It has a side zip which allows it to open out to a blanket and has a drawstring...
  19. CathyJ

    Socks

    I have the Injinji 2.0 Lightweight Crew toe socks which are a wool/nylon/Lycra mix. I have found them really good, no blisters and they don't move around at all.
  20. CathyJ

    Sleeping Bag?

    Hi Roxey, I am starting April 11 and will be taking my down Sea to Summit TR1 bag. It is very lightweight (390gm), packs down to a tiny size and unzips to an open blanket. Has a drawstring closure at the foot end which I like because I'm one of the people who throws her feet outside the...

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