• For 2024 Pilgrims: €50,- donation = 1 year with no ads on the forum + 90% off any 2024 Guide. More here.
    (Discount code sent to you by Private Message after your donation)

Search 69,459 Camino Questions

Advanced search…

Search results for query: *

  1. SYates

    Recommendation for best Ladies Pack

    Depends on the airline ;-) You will need to measure your pack and compare that measurement with the 'allowed hand luggage measurements' of the airline you are planning to use. BC SY
  2. SYates

    What to pack for my First Camino?

    Hi, looks good, below some thoughts: BackPack Deuter Futura Pro 40 (Rain Cover) OR Osprey Talon 44 (no rain-cover) Which ever fits better fully loaded. Hydration Hydration pack for chosen backpack (Preferred) or 2 x 500ml...
  3. SYates

    Which is the best rain JACKET to buy?

    A baseball cap or similar also can help with that ;-) BC SY
  4. SYates

    Smart Packing and Unexpected Backpack Items

    There are hardly any albergues left that don't have electricity! So, not an issue at all ... BC SY
  5. SYates

    Water bladder, disposable bottle, reusable bottle? I have the answer!

    Well, San Pelligrino translates to Saint Pilgrim, that alone should be worth a zillion ;-) BC SY
  6. SYates

    Sleeping bag

    I always take at least a light summer sleeping bag on any Camino, never regretted it! BC SY
  7. SYates

    Need advice - Hydration Bladder

    If you are on a longer Camino, and especially in warm or hot weather, you should clean your water bladder regularly. I always wonder how many stories of 'bad tummy bug due to bad water" actually should be called "bad tummy bug due to rarely cleaned water bladder" ... BC SY
  8. SYates

    Backpack Type!

    What about just packing your pack and go for a few, long day hikes over a weekend or so? Then you see for yourself how you like it ;-) BC SY
  9. SYates

    thermos for winter walkers

    I have done a few winter caminos and never took, nor missed a thermos. BC SY
  10. SYates

    2020 GPS APPs

    Unless you want to record your way or need the data for something else, there is really no need for GPS on the Camino Frances. BC SY
  11. SYates

    Who has packed the lightest pack?

    I think it would work better the other way round: Post what you plan to take and we all can give you feedback ;-) The big two are: The backpack itself (empty weight does differ from model to model) and your sleeping bag, then clothing including rain gear and so on ... BC SY
  12. SYates

    Packing

    Take both and don't forget the rain gear ;-) BC SY
  13. SYates

    Pillow

    If there is no pillow in an albergue, I stuff my clothing into the bag my sleeping bag was in = instant pillow ;-) BC SY
  14. SYates

    Footwear for afternoons and evenings after walking.

    Crocs or very light weight walking sandals in my case ;-) BC SY
  15. SYates

    Frame vs Frameless

    I have used both, I find a frameless backpack perfectly comfortable as long as the total load is less then 6kg (including all, water and food) more than that I prefer a backpack with a frame. BC SY
  16. SYates

    For Sale/Wanted Anyone want my Xmas present?

    As I live in Spain, I happily take them and if they don't fit me, I pass them on to a peregrina in need! BC SY
  17. SYates

    Raincoat or poncho?

    Another vote for poncho here ;-) BC SY
  18. SYates

    What clothes do you wear after shower

    Next day's walking clothes, pretty much like any other pilgrim out there ;-) BC SY
  19. SYates

    Shoe Gloves?

    They will wear out quickly on the soles, use gaiters instead ;-) BC SY
  20. SYates

    Where do you usually carry the shell?

    No chance to recover it? Anything I can do to help? BC SY

❓How to ask a question

How to post a new question on the Camino Forum.

Latest posts

This site is run by Ivar at

in Santiago de Compostela.
This site participates in the Amazon Affiliate program, designed to provide a means for Ivar to earn fees by linking to Amazon
Official Camino Passport (Credential) | 2024 Camino Guides
Back
Top