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    Altus Ponchos

    Hi all, just to confirm that the Altus mentioned here is the atmospheric model? I understand this poncho model is 1000mm waterproof rated, which isn't exactly high end yet it has been described as sufficient in most cases. I'm not sure how heavy and long are the rain experienced along the way.
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    Walking poles pack shorter

    Thanks for the information :)
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    Walking poles pack shorter

    On the subject of poles, maybe a bit off topic: does most albergues on the CF route requires pilgrims to leave their poles at the door or a collection point?
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    Which Osprey backpack?

    Hi Alfonso, like to ask if you had any problems with the hip belt after the walk? By problems, I refer to some posts here where people mentioned that because they lose weight over the camino, what used to fit around the hip now becomes loose and because the pack just fit, there wasn't much room...
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    Hi John, they are right. The 'on sale' price are still expensive when comparing with the prices overseas after taking the currency conversion into account. I guess the need to train and get accustomed to the gear prior to the actual walk is more important. Cheers!
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    Hi Brissy, yup! Comparing prices, even 'on sale' prices are still expensive than the brands (e.g. Altus) mentioned in here. Sigh!!! :(. Forgot about some camping shops in West End area. Will go and have a look there. Thanks.
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    thanks, carol. Appreciate it.
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    Hi Marylynn, thanks for the advice. I understand the need to train with the actual weight and have time to test out all the gears. Cheers.
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    Hi David, it is very nice and comforting to know that 'camino provides'. Looking forward to experiencing the providence part of the Camino. Cheers
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    Hi Doug, thanks. The things which I'm unsure are sleeping bag and poncho. I mean I can find poncho available, but it seem to cost a bit more for the better quality ones. Also, it seems there's only 1 size and unfortunately, I'm not on the right size for a good fit. I'm hoping that the Altus...
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    Hi David, I'm intending to do the CF in mid Sep 15 to Oct. I will bring the essential stuff, e.g. clothes and poles. But I'm undecided about things like sleep bag and poncho. I intend to bring along bag liner and hopefully that will suffice. If sleep bag is required then I am thinking of getting...
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    Buying gear along Camino vs locally at home

    Hi, I am wondering if it is cheaper to get the gears, e.g. sleeping bag, poncho etc, as and when needed along Camino (CF) vs buying it locally at home. Fyi, home is Brisbane, Australia. The advantage of getting it when needed in Camino is so that only the necessary stuff is bought rather than...

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