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  1. Harland2019

    Packing - edition one

    How much does your cat weigh, perhaps not needed on your trip unless it caries it's own food!
  2. Harland2019

    Rucksack flight bag

    Your way may be better than mine but I tied up all the straps with lots of string and knots and then, at the suggestion of the airline (Ryanair), took the rucksack to the large cases check-in area where I presume they don't throw them around so much in case they hurt their backs! All went well.
  3. Harland2019

    Where do you shop? [in the UK]

    I have always found that Cotswolds (Harrogate) has staff that understands your needs and doesn't "sell" but suggests what is best for your size/needs (6'4", size 11/12 shoes, and 15+ stone!). The staff are not on commission so they don't need to push the products that I found were reasonably...
  4. Harland2019

    Wearing glasses when it rains

    My swimming goggles always fogged up after 20 minutes. Now I put a small amount of shampoo on them and wash them under a tap until I can't see any shampoo (but without rubbing the lens so I guess a small film is still there). It seems to work for me. It is recommended that you use baby shampoo...
  5. Harland2019

    Equipment purchase near SJPP

    I would wear lots of my clothes on the plane to make enough room and available weight in my luggage for a backpack. It is surprising as well what you can get in your pockets, you can always take things off and put them in the overhead locker if you get too hot/uncomfortable.
  6. Harland2019

    Seized pack zips

    I haven't tried this but is it worth putting in the freezer and after an hour or so bringing out and pouring hot (boiling?) water over the zip? My poor science knowledge thinks that expanding by freezing (does it need to be damp?) may free up any locked mechanism.
  7. Harland2019

    Seized pack zips

    Run the lead in a pencil up and down the zip, if you manage to free it so that it works better in the future. Edit - Victor you got there just before me!
  8. Harland2019

    When to replace socks 😳

    To be honest, I get my socks out of the drawer and try them on, those that feel Ok I take and the rest get put back in the drawer for daily use at home. I pay more attention to the liner socks making sure there are no holes, starting to wear a bit thin, or bits that look as if they may rub a...
  9. Harland2019

    Apple Air Tag

    To confirm the comment about CR batteries above and having just booked another holiday the information provided shows:- "Important Safety Information regarding packing Lithium batteries for your forthcoming flight: Please remember, all power banks, external battery packs, loose or spare...
  10. Harland2019

    Apple Air Tag

    I accept that you are correct about the information you have found however last year the airline I used told me in their booking info that AA and AAA had to be in hand baggage and not in the hold, can't recall if the CR batteries were mentioned. So agree that rely on the information from the...
  11. Harland2019

    Apple Air Tag

    Whilst you are right to be sceptical as we know that articles e.g. in the Mirror are always factual :Dthere does appear to be some truth to the article as batteries e.g. AA or AAA are supposed to be put in hand baggage and not to be placed in the hold baggage.
  12. Harland2019

    Apple Air Tag

    Under UK regulations, bags with location devices inside are only allowed in the hold if steps have been taken to make sure they don't turn on accidentally and that they are protected enough so they won't be accidentally damaged. The devices must also be switched off completely, and "not in...
  13. Harland2019

    Things I'd bring, who cares about the weight

    "Swiss army" knife.
  14. Harland2019

    To shave or not to shave

    On my last (first) Camino I let my hair grow before I went and didn't shave after I started, I thought I looked like what a pilgrim should look like - when I got home my wife thought I looked a mess! When I go in May this year I'll shave and have a haircut before I go. The extra weight of a...
  15. Harland2019

    Using a larger Backpack, just not filling it up. Thoughts?

    I have contemplated putting something similar on here before but I thought perhaps my height 6' 5" might be while I like my larger rucksack (35+10 litre v 65 litre). When I bought the larger one in 2007 I tried various rucksacks at a shop, importantly fully loaded that they fitted to my height...
  16. Harland2019

    Tips to Keep your Hiking Shoes Dry in the Rain

    I know that there are no stupid questions on this forum BUT I see from a photo near the start of this thread that the pilgrims have put their trainers upside down on the radiator to dry out. My thinking was always to put their soles down on the radiator, with the inserts taken out, on the basis...
  17. Harland2019

    Tips to Keep your Hiking Shoes Dry in the Rain

    You could use gaiters - they would help and of course have gore-tex lined shoes but perhaps go for waterproof socks that will keep your feet dry and let the shoes get wet as I am sure that they will anyway.
  18. Harland2019

    Which rain jacket is best for a mid-April to end of May walk?

    Talking about belt and braces I use a rucksack cover and a rucksack liner so everything is dry no matter what happens - hope Martin Sheen had both when he dropped his rucksack off the bridge! Clearly using a poncho would not require either so saving on weight.
  19. Harland2019

    Which rain jacket is best for a mid-April to end of May walk?

    I guess I'll be the odd one out! Comfort is important when I walk, I have a good breathable rain jacket, an ordinary pair of waterproof trousers and also waterproof socks. I can happily walk through heavy rain when I am tucked up nice and warm and dry inside. Depending upon the weight difference...
  20. Harland2019

    Hiking poles (please bear with me) need honest advice.

    Like Tincatinker I rarely use poles although I take one with me all the time normally attached to my rucksack. However, I find that using one, especially on steep descents/steps, is useful at my age and the state of my knees. I know many people swear by them so I suppose it is a matter of...

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