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  1. K_Lynn

    My own socks test

    Injinji and Darn Tough are my favourites as well. I throw everything in the washing machine and dryer because I am lazy that way. The socks survive and I have very happy feet. Buen Camino!
  2. K_Lynn

    Packing - edition one

    Ask your friends or check a local laundromat! I understand about feeling cold lol. Buen Camino!
  3. K_Lynn

    Packing - edition one

    Your list looks good. We all have a different opinion (as you can see) on what is essential. I am fully on Team Poncho and Team Extra Socks. Your sleeping bag looks massive and very heavy. My Patagonia puffy sleeping bag liner is only 291gr and takes up about a 1/3 of the space as yours. I...
  4. K_Lynn

    Packing - edition one

    I took 3 small stones with me as well to leave at Cruz de Ferro. One I collected on the Isle of Man while there with my friend who had failed her Camino attempt and is dead. One for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (small stone painted by a First Nations artist friend) and one for me. :D
  5. K_Lynn

    Dressy comfortable town shoes!

    These are super cute!!! Love them!
  6. K_Lynn

    Long sleeve sun safe top

    I have a long sleeve merino shirt from Patagonia that I love. It's very light weight and wasn't too hot. https://www.patagonia.ca/product/womens-long-sleeved-capilene-cool-merino-shirt/44555.html?dwvar_44555_color=ENLB&cgid=womens-shirts-tech-tops-merino
  7. K_Lynn

    Merino wool shirt

    I love merino and have so many sweaters, shirts, socks, underwear, trousers and dresses! They're the perfect material for Camino, breathable, not stinky, easily washed and quick drying. Layers for warmth, single layers on hot days. If you live somewhere that has hiking/outdoor gear clothing...
  8. K_Lynn

    Advice on specific Decathlon rain jackets?

    Good gravy! I'm wearing mine now! They've been machine washed and dried once a week since I got them last spring! I'm very sorry yours fell apart.
  9. K_Lynn

    Advice on specific Decathlon rain jackets?

    I went with the poncho from Decathlon that fit over my backpack. It has full sleeves and a 1/4 zip and was easy to put on without assistance. It get's bonus points for being extremely inexpensive. It rained every day in late October on the Ingles and my pack and I were always dry. I've had...
  10. K_Lynn

    OK guys, what underwear?

    I have Icebreaker merino briefs (women's) and love them. Comfortable and quick drying, also seamless to prevent chafing points. My sister brought her thinnest cotton underwear and they took more than 24 hours to dry. Wear whatever is most comfortable for you. Handwash all your garments and...
  11. K_Lynn

    Walking Poles

    I watched a bunch of videos when I first bought my poles and thought I knew what to do until I started walking. I gave up 2 or 3 times and on the 4th I decided to just hold them in my hands without trying to place them properly. After a couple of minutes I found I was automatically moving them...
  12. K_Lynn

    Hi vis vests

    I bought a pair of these vests for my sister and I for our autumn Camino Ingles. They fit over our ponchos and packs. I might not have bothered but we were walking in the dark most mornings and in the rain all day.
  13. K_Lynn

    Sunglasses

    I bought 2 pairs of Native sunglasses a couple of years ago for Camino and daily life during their 50% off Black Friday sale. I like them for the thick arms that block out the sun from the side and they are extremely lightweight. Your average pharmacy at home should carry decent sunglasses...
  14. K_Lynn

    Small hip/shoulder pack

    Columbia drawstring I used this for my last Camino and stitched a pocket inside so I could find my wallet lol. It was bigger than what I wanted, but it doubled as my grocery bag and carry on bag for my flights. It weighs 99g so I did not feel badly about it's size.
  15. K_Lynn

    Show me your backpack!

    Gregory Stout 45 pack in Orange! Left waist belt pocket - tissues and she-wee (which I have never needed lol) and a small quick dry towel/facecloth for drying wet patio chairs. Right waist belt pocket - snacks - small pack of nuts and headlamp. Left mesh pocket of pack - large water bottle...
  16. K_Lynn

    Is this Camino clothing heresy?

    What is the fabric? Does it breathe? Will it dry overnight? Wear whatever you like, but I would test the outfit out over multiple walks to make sure it is not too hot, or uncomfortable. I'd also handwash it and hang it in a damp, cool room to see how long it takes to dry without a breeze or...
  17. K_Lynn

    Rain...rain pants?

    The Decathlon poncho is a good budget friendly option as well. It has a half zip, not full, but does have full sleeves. I found it very easy to get into while on the go. At $35 Canadian it is a steal!
  18. K_Lynn

    Rain...rain pants?

    I walked Frances from SJPdP in September 21 and wore my rain pants twice when it rained very heavily. I brought my rain pants this October for Camino Ingles and even though it rained every darned day I did not wear them (although my sister did wear hers). A good poncho should cover you to...
  19. K_Lynn

    What should I do about a phone?

    Bring your phone and get a SIM in Spain, or contact your cell provider for international options. Your phone has many uses, boarding passes, camera, maps, Camino apps, alarm clock, social media, etc etc. If you think you will drop or lose it pick up a phone case with lanyard so you can wear it...
  20. K_Lynn

    Any suggestions for a technical shirt with the performance of Merino but without the drawbacks?

    Sorry for not including that detail. Lightweight. Women's in size Medium is 60g. I sweated like a pig in the heat climbing up all the dang mountains that should have a tunnel through them by now, and my shirt was frequently soaked through and I did not smell like a gorilla that had strolled...

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