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  1. Ray J

    Why oh why, why, why.....

    That's why I always hit sites like eBay and etsy (I'm sure there are others) to see if I can get the vintage stuff.
  2. Ray J

    Life expectancy of trail runners

    When I did the CF, I used a pair of Nike trail runners that already had approximately 100 miles on them and had no problems at all. Almost used them again for the Portuguese (starting in Sagres, so another 500-miler), but figured it was best not to tempt fate so I got a pair of Pearl Izumos that...
  3. Ray J

    Clothing advice needed for Le Puy route in June

    I have a microfiber mummy/sleeping bag liner by Cocoon that I treated with Permethrin. I used it the couple of times I felt I needed something between me and the blankets that were provided (if you know what I mean ;)). I also have a hammock quilt from Hammock Gear that I always take just in...
  4. Ray J

    Clothing advice needed for Le Puy route in June

    That's the spirit! Let me know if there is any information I can provide from our trip that might be useful. When we did the CF in 2015, we hiked for a while with a man who called himself a "Champagne" Pilgrim, since he always stayed in the nicest places, ate at the best restaurants, and always...
  5. Ray J

    Clothing advice needed for Le Puy route in June

    Didn't want to discourage you, but since you're leaving over three weeks earlier than we did, I just wanted you to be aware. BTW, Le Puy is awesome, a really lovely town. We got there prior to the Tour de France rolling through - we had just finished biking from Paris to Moulins and were really...
  6. Ray J

    Clothing advice needed for Le Puy route in June

    We started from Le Puy on June 26 of this year and ran into cold, wet, windy conditions at the start (down to freezing at night). That lasted until the day we arrived at St. Cheley, when the high temperature was 55' (cold wind out of the northwest, though). Then we had a couple of nice days...
  7. Ray J

    Front loading backpack versus top loading

    I've use an Osprey Stratos 36 on my hikes. Couldn't be happier. Finding things that invariably wind up in the bottom of the pack at the most inconvenient moment is super easy. If you never need access to items in your pack until the day is done, then top or panel is fine, but for me a front...
  8. Ray J

    Backpack recommendations

    Lots of great advice here, but FWIW, I've used the Osprey Stratos 36 for both of my Caminos, and will use it on my 2017 hike (wherever that may be), also. I chose it because I like a panel back - I find it easier to get at stuff that's invariably at the bottom of my pack when I need it...
  9. Ray J

    Osprey Sirius 36 or 50l?

    I used the Osprey Stratos 36L in 2015 on the Frances and this year on the Portuguese (actually starting in Sagres on the Rota Vicentina - highly recommended!) and will use it again from Paris to San Sebastion in 2017. Worked like a champ every time and was very comfortable and durable.
  10. Ray J

    Rain pants in May

    When we hiked last year, there were days when there was more water inside our shoes than there was outside, it seemed. Even so, after removing the liner for the night, our shoes dried out sufficiently enough to not be a concern the next day. I say, just go with it...it's just water. ;) As for...
  11. Ray J

    Rainware....From a different perspective

    Of course, to each his own, but as an ultralight hiker I begrudge ounces. ;) My kilt weighs over 160 g less than your trousers, and take up almost no pack space. Also useful as a ground cover to sit on. But if you're happy with your trousers, that's ok by me! :)
  12. Ray J

    Rainware....From a different perspective

    Rain pants weigh too much and take up too much room in the pack. Also, a pain to put on/take off. And no matter what they're made of, they'll be hot after a short time. The answer: a rain kilt. Super light weight, takes up practically no space, and can be put on/taken off easily. As for wet...

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