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  1. HikingGeo

    Backpack question: Ospreys Stratos 36L vs 44L?

    I used a Stratos 36 and found it quite satisfactory.
  2. HikingGeo

    Jeans on the camino

    Having made the mistake of walking about 8 miles around Prague in jeans about 12 years ago, I would never recommend them to anyone. The chafing was bad enough to send me to my physician when I got back home.
  3. HikingGeo

    Umbrella for sun and rain - buy good quality (expensive) or just use a cheap one?

    Actually, I did not bring an umbrella for my five day hike from Sarria to Santiago. However, it was Galicia, and it did rain 3 of the 5 days, sometimes very heavily. I am not sure what an umbrella would have done that my rain jacket didn't do to keep me dry. During the limited sunshine, I...
  4. HikingGeo

    Umbrella for sun and rain - buy good quality (expensive) or just use a cheap one?

    $100+ for an umbrella? For that price it should automatically jump out of your pack upon the arrival of the first drop of rain, open itself up and position itself properly in your hand as you had pre-programmed it. :)
  5. HikingGeo

    Compeed vs hikers wool or both?

    I agree with Leukotape. Great stuff as a preventative! Also using a lubricant such as Glide along with good socks and sock liners has worked well for me. I realize some folks do not like sock liners.
  6. HikingGeo

    Osprey Backpacks are awesome!

    Agreed. I have a Stratos 36 and love it. I also purchased an Osprey Farpoint 40 travel pack last year for a month long non-hiking trip to Switzerland and was able to use it as a carry-on and avoid checking a bag. I have been very happy with my Osprey choices.
  7. HikingGeo

    Pocket knives on trains

    Wow, so they finally started running people through security in Europe for trains? I guess I haven't been on a European train since 2015, but I was always amazed that there were no security checks whatsoever on any train journey I ever took anywhere in Europe. I assume the incident in I...
  8. HikingGeo

    Recommendation - Keeping Back Pack Dry

    :)
  9. HikingGeo

    Recommendation - Keeping Back Pack Dry

    I used the rain cover as well as compactor bags. Probably overkill, but the contents stayed dry. I went the rain jacket route and wore rain pants during heavy rains. Stayed dry except for my feet.
  10. HikingGeo

    Hip Belt Pockets - Yes or No?

    I too carry a Stratos 36. I have not had any problems while wearing short or long sleeves.
  11. HikingGeo

    Soap for body and clothes???

    I agree with Campsuds. Comes in a small concentated bottle. You can use it for bathing, hair, clothes and even dishes.
  12. HikingGeo

    Easy access to water bottle?

    I second the CamelBak Handsfree Adapter. I think it is designed for the CamelBak Eddy bottle, but it was incredibly easy and handy. The bottle stays in your backpack pouch and the tube is there to use whenever needed. Best option I found and it works like a charm.
  13. HikingGeo

    Getting the right wet weather rig

    I wore a Marmot rain jacket and rain pants in some heavy rain. They worked well. My waterproof Vasque shoes did OK until the heavy rain and deep puddles. Changing socks was not a viable option as the fresh socks would be wet within a half hour. A good rain jacket will be breathable. Rain...
  14. HikingGeo

    Cycling sleeves for walking

    Cycling sleeves are a great idea. I use them for cycling regularly. I opted not to take them for my May Camino, only because I (correctly) anticipated that I would be wearing either a fleece, long sleeved t-shirt or rain jacket most or all of the time. The rain jacket won out for the most...
  15. HikingGeo

    What is your 2nd footwear item?

    Teva Hurricane XLT's for me. Loved them.
  16. HikingGeo

    Water Bottles on Shoulder Strap/Hipbelt?

    I purchased a Camelbak Eddy hands free water bottle adapter which can be attached to any Camelbak Eddy, Groove, Better Bottle or Performance bottle. I suppose it is similar to the SmarTube but limited to Camelbak bottles. You basically remove the bottle's mouthpiece and attach the tube. See...
  17. HikingGeo

    How did you carry your water?

    I haven't done my Camino yet, but I have been using this in training hikes. I like it a lot. You can place a Camelbak Eddy bottle of any size (.5L/.750L/1 L) in your backpack sidepocket(s) and the tube will be available such that you don't have to worry about not being able to reach the bottle...
  18. HikingGeo

    Water Bottle Holders

    I will do my best! You have a nice Christmas likewise.
  19. HikingGeo

    Water Bottle Holders

    Thanks for the feedback!
  20. HikingGeo

    Water Bottle Holders

    Thanks again to all for the responses!

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