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    Thoughts on Gregory Zulu 30 and Osprey Hikelite 28

    I’ve used the Gregory Zulu 30 on multiple distance walks including London to Rome last year. It work’s brilliantly and I have zero complaints. I also have an Osprey and the Zulu 40. The 30 is my favourite and I’ll take again next year. I’m just home from walking the Via Francesca Florence to...
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    Very happy with my new pacer poles.

    I started using them in 2012 and I will again take them to walk the Via Francigena for almost 3 months starting August 3rd. I have the carbon fibre poles and I put them inside my pack when I fly and they don't show up on the airport security x-rays (I've watched numerous times). Multiple trips...
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    Backpack Advice: Fairview 40 vs. Aura 50

    If you can afford to do so and think that you might walk other distance routes in the future then I'd recommend downsizing to a smaller pack in the 30-35 litre range that fits you really well. If that's not possible then take the pack that fits you the best because it's going to be your closest...
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    Problems with Carry-on Back Packs

    I’ve taken my carbon fibre poles from Canada to many countries in Europe, Japan, North & South America and elsewhere to distance walk and so far I’ve not had a problem. Watching the x-ray scanners I can see that they don’t even show up on their security screens. Even visual checks haven’t been a...
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    Back Pack Rain Cover AND Rain Poncho?

    You will get wet/damp from condensation in most rain jackets and a ponchos so it's a personal preference, and yes your pack straps and belt will get wet when you wear a jacket. The straps on your pack won't allow very good air circulation inside a rain jacket. I'll be walking Arles to Santiago...
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    where you stash your money

    For many years travelling in lots of countries and also on camino I've put the neck type around my waist and worn at the front on the upper leg under my pants or shorts. My wife has done the same. It seems to work without problem in hot or cold weather.
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    Looking for a review of these hiking boots.

    Thanks for your well wishes and very sorry to hear of your loss. It's an ugly disease without cure. In this case it's my sister who was diagnosed with early on-set Alzheimer's over two years ago. I'll be posting on this Forum about our camino with a link to a new blog in September before...
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    Looking for a review of these hiking boots.

    Hi Laurie. I hear you about foot injuries and also what you've discovered that works for you, and apparently for others. There may be issues where some folks might not find them the best solution. I'd like to wear something lighter, and have, but in Japan I went over on an ankle coming down off...
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    Looking for a review of these hiking boots.

    If you have foot concerns then trail runners may not be for everyone. Don't jump on this band wagon until you have a very good idea about what works for you. There are many factors to consider. :cool:
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    Hank's Camino Packing List (ultralight: under 5 kg / 10 lbs)

    Hank, nice effort with the video. I noticed that you promote a water bottle, but you seem to have carried a hydration system on your camino. I think you made reference to a 3 litre system, but one could go lighter with a smaller water reservoir, 1-2 litres. Also a spring or fall camino might...
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    Hank's Camino Packing List (ultralight: under 5 kg / 10 lbs)

    Walking in Portugal my wife broke her pole and I had the same experience in Japan last year and was very happy that I had some black tape on my poles carried specifically for this purpose. It was a life saver!
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    ? buy hiking poles in SJDP

    VAS, which Victoria do you live in? I only ask this as I live in Victoria, Canada and have never had a problem so far taking my poles...many times, to many countries from here and home again.
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    What did you bring on the Camino that you wound up not using?

    Perhaps you discovered that you can get vaseline in the farmacias? I had fun figuring out how to find it on my first camino until I learned that it's pronounced vacelino:cool: They have small and large tubes. Over time I have learned to reduce my gear to a happy place. No sleeping bag after...
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    Packing list question

    I've also used the Sea to Sky Sil bag many times over the past years and I agree that it is excellent. I've always put my poles inside my main pack and carried the whole thing on many times without issue in and out of various countries. No problem. Check with your airport security (I also met...
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    Bottle vs hydropack

    ;) Just like boots vs trail runners, ponchos vs rain pants/jackets, big packs vs small packs, poles vs no poles, sleeping bag vs a liner, flipflops vs crocks, and on and on...you basically have to try things and see what works best for you.:rolleyes: If it works then go with it. If not, leave...
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    Bag Size

    For what its worth I have used a Gregory Z40 that I purchased in 2012 and have really enjoyed. I never fill it, but it fits really well and has upper and lower compartments with both front and top access. Its an older style pack compared to those available now and a bit heavier. When I walked...
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    Do I need a sleeping bag?

    Hi. Even if the poles are collapsed and in your pack? I've always taken my poles with me to quite a few countries, so far without problem though I know one can't fly from Santiago with poles in hand luggage. I also carried a sleeping bag with me my first two caminos and never used it. I've left...
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    Altus Poncho - How Long Should It Be?

    Thanks for your thoughts. I like the air movement feature as well, and easy to put on and off as necessary through the day without stopping. For sure not a fashion statement!
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    Altus Poncho - How Long Should It Be?

    Agree. I've looked at the Packa a couple of times and that's why I looked for something else.
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    Altus Poncho - How Long Should It Be?

    Perhaps a seemingly silly question? I've lots of experience with an Altus Poncho having researched the Forum prior to my first Camino in 2013 and a fan. I'm just under 6' tall (1.8 metres) and purchased an Altus Atmospheric, lime green (called it Margarita:D). It came to just below the top of my...

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