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  1. Samarkand

    How to lock a top loader?

    I'm going to rig my backpack with a car alarm, firecrackers and air horns. Good luck to the poor souls sharing an albergue with me. :D
  2. Samarkand

    How to lock a top loader?

    Fair enough. The backpack has a drawstring top underneath the lid. Tie the drawstring well enough. Potential thieves would either have to cut it or spend time untying it.
  3. Samarkand

    How to lock a top loader?

    I don't think thieves will be interested in your jackets and chargers. They want things they can sell fast and easy for cash. Things like... cash, jewelry, electronics. They know these have value. You jacket, on the other hand, it will be a pain to sell. BTW, I also have the same backpack.
  4. Samarkand

    My all-season packing list

    Ah, got it. This js my 4-seasons list. I assume if I walk in March I'll leave the sweater, one long-sleeve shirt, the 2nd pair of gloves, and a few other smaller things.
  5. Samarkand

    My all-season packing list

    Ehh, I don't know. All the "extra" clothing weights a total of 2-3lbs. I guess it's the price to pay to travel clean, comfortable and be ready even for a blizzard.
  6. Samarkand

    My all-season packing list

    I just used Photoshop for the numbers. It took me 10 minutes to make the list, but I wanted to make one forever. I already forgot the sandals, but it's OK.
  7. Samarkand

    Equipment April/May

    I generally dislike down jackets as you can't use them in wet conditions. I prefer having a single jacket that serve as BOTH insulation and rain and wind protection.
  8. Samarkand

    My all-season packing list

    This is my winter packing list (below). It weights about 5.5kg without the clothes on my back (included in the picture), food and water. It fit into a 30L backpack. For warmer seasons, just remove the warmer items and switch to very light jacket.
  9. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    Thanks! I think I'm fine for cold weather. I tested my gear on a mountain hike and was sweating at -6C. I dropped the balaclava for that reason as the hood and collar of the jacket provide great protection even in very strong winds. In general, space and weight is very limited. I need to be...
  10. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    Wow, just wow! Thank you so much - these methods are a miracle! I went for 2x skivvy rolls, packaging a pair of hiking socks, boxers and a shirt inside an evening sock so I can have an entire set of base layers all organized. I did the same with the thermal and rain pants. I re-folded the...
  11. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    Thanks!The rain pants should be fine for the evening. I don't plan to go anywhere fancy. I forgot to include a pair of crocs, but I guess I'm buying that in the last moment. Thanks! I forgot about the rainproof gloves. I have a pair of cleaning gloves at home and will probably replace the...
  12. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    3 weeks to departure. Everything I'll carry is already assembled. I tested some of it yesterday on a 32km hike in the mountain (1000m elevation gain, walking through very deep snow and strong wind for over an hour, then 1000m elevation loss). I found out the layers were more than enough to...
  13. Samarkand

    Essence of shoe selection: "Is it comfortable and is it on sale?"

    I've always been told to buy my shoes in the summer. Why? Because that's when your feet get swollen (just like after walking for many kilometers) and you might find an otherwise comfortable shoe get a bit too tight. And if it's not during the summer, have a good, long walk before trying a new...
  14. Samarkand

    Clever way to hide cash

    You can always hide your cash in the ATM machine. Even though ATMs might not be on every corner, I'm sure you can find one every few days for the small purchases at the coffee shops and albergues. I'm sure bigger stores and hotels accept cards if you feel the need to spend big bucks. I...
  15. Samarkand

    Sleeping bag in May?

    I will be walking in about a month. My research shows there will be enough open albergues to reliably have a place to stay, especially since a winter walk will avoid the crowds. There are villages every few kms on most stages. I have little doubt that something on the way will be open for lunch...
  16. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    Thanks! I got it down to about 5kg without water and snacks. I have the mesh pockets on the backpack, a pouch thingie on the pack's hip belt, and pockets on the jacket and pants. I shouldn't need to open the backpack unless I need to take out or put back a layer of clothing.
  17. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    I just packed the backpack and measured it together. Everything but the microspikes, gaiters and fliflops come to about 5kg/11.5lb. I can probably shave another 0.5lb if I do small things like cutting labels and straps or take off some covers.
  18. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    Thanks! That packing list has to be and it will be under 8kg because I intend to have it all as carry-on on the flight. It's really lightweight. The 2 heaviest items (the backpack and the sleeping bag) are just under 1kg each. I haven't weighted it all together yet, but if it goes above 8kg i'll...
  19. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    Thanks! I might be packing too much clothes and layers. I'll start light and, as you said, I can always buy more there.
  20. Samarkand

    My draft winter Camino Frances packing list

    Thanks for the many great tips! The winter rain jacket isn't as thick as my regular winter jackets. It provides warmth, but it's not too heavy. It does take space if I try to cram it in the pack, but I might be able to rig it hanging from the pack when not in use. The "flip flops" will be...

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