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  1. Susan Peacock

    Poncho in SJPDP?

    Not sure when you’re going, but Ivar has the Altus on sale in the forum shop. It’s not really a poncho but a long rain coat with a hump that replaces jacket and pack cover. You can also get one in SJPdP at Boutique du Perelin. If you reserve it, you get a discount.
  2. Susan Peacock

    Hiking Poles with Angled Grips similar to Pacer Poles?

    I am a Pacer Pole user who also has a pair of the Decathlon ones. I have used them and let guest use them, but don’t consider them a replacement for my Pacer Poles. while the handle is turned it isn’t the same as the form fitted handle of the Pacer Poles. If you are tall, the poles don’t adjust...
  3. Susan Peacock

    Patches on my backpack?

    Badge magic can be ordered from Amazon. It works great. I just heat it a bit with a blow dryer and my patches don’t come off. Just be sure to cut it as exactly as you can, so the edges will stay down.
  4. Susan Peacock

    Can you convince me NOT to take paper copies?

    I was a “no paper pilgrim” until this year when I had a problem with my phone. There is so much security now that it’s impossible to get to anything on a different device unless you can receiver a text with security number to your phone. My husband tried to get into my iCloud and it was a no go...
  5. Susan Peacock

    Charging phones/watch/earbuds

    If you are staying in Albergues you will not always have an outlet to yourself and charging three items at one time can be a problem. I use the multi-port adapter so that I can share with another pilgrim. I usually charge my EarPods while out to eat and then my phone while sleeping. This year, I...
  6. Susan Peacock

    Buy stix in Pamplona/St. Jean, where?

    SJPdP…. This is what they carry ‍
  7. Susan Peacock

    SIM card and place to purchase

    Couple of comments questions: 1) Europe did away with roaming in the EU in 2017 so technically you should be able to buy one in France to use in Spain. I have purchased one in Portugal and used it in Spain, but did not need to top off so I can't speak to doing that. 2) Do you need physical sim...
  8. Susan Peacock

    Poll Sleep system: Sleeping bag, liner, etc?

    March and June are very different in temperatures as are September and November. The temperatures can change dramatically during these seasons and what I take is definitely different.
  9. Susan Peacock

    US/EU Outlet Adapter with USB Ports - Any Experience Using?

    Yes, yes, yes!!!! Many albergues have only a few outlets that must be shared. If you have an adapter with multiple USB or USB-c ports then you can either share or if all the outlets are used by single users, ask if they can share your adapter. Don’t expect to have an outlet for your phone, iPad...
  10. Susan Peacock

    Sleeping bag and Poles in SJPP

    Thank you. That is very useful information.
  11. Susan Peacock

    Sleeping bag and Poles in SJPP

    I am working in SJPdP now. They have a wide selection of poles. These are the Leki. They also have some cheaper poles for between 10-20 euro per pole. ‍
  12. Susan Peacock

    E SIM

    I know it comes with some calling but honestly I didn’t ask about texting. No one in Spain text, they use WhatsApp and since there is Wi-Fi everywhere I can text or make a Wi-Fi call home if I really need too….: which is a high bar for me. I live in the states and have t-mobile which is free...
  13. Susan Peacock

    E SIM

    You have a phone number and a number of minutes of calling. I didn’t ask about topping off once they offered me the option to go ahead and pay for another 28 days. I’m sure they have easy options if you don’t want to extend it initially. I’ve always had to show a passport for a sim regardless of...
  14. Susan Peacock

    E SIM

    E-SIM experience TODAY in Spain. I am here now. If you have an iPhone 13 or earlier with dual sim and are looking for a physical SIM, you can easily pick one up at many places in the Madrid airport. Orange is 20 euro for 100GB for 28 days. If you have an I-phone 14 with dual sim you will not be...
  15. Susan Peacock

    Rain shell in June & July for Camino Frances

    So I rarely have had rain in the summer, but if I do, my body usually welcomes it to cool down. My main goal is to keep my gear dry and it is nice to keep my head and face dry. I am a gear junkie and found this wonderful piece of rain gear for my summer Camino's ...
  16. Susan Peacock

    Which poncho?

    Here you go; https://www.google.com/search?q=leon+spain+sports+store&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari#trex=m_t:lcl_akp,rc_f:rln,rc_ludocids:13553197378923039543,ru_gwp:0%252C7&lpg=cid:CgIgAQ%3D%3D
  17. Susan Peacock

    Am I packing too much?

    There is a lot of good advice here but there is also some equally bad advice for the time of year you are walking. I wish people would always post the season they walked. I have walked all seasons but winter and my earlier spring bag is definitely heavier. It requires layers for warmth including...
  18. Susan Peacock

    Which poncho?

    I would not take my Altus in July or August, but I do take it in May. This is May 12th at Cruz de Ferro. I guess it would depend on the route and time of year.
  19. Susan Peacock

    Which poncho?

    That would actually be redundant. The Altus is not what we think of as a poncho. It is a long raincoat with sleeves, a zipper and a hump to accommodate a backpack. It would be used instead of raincoat, pants and pack over. It weighs about 12 oz (depending on size) which is way less than all the...
  20. Susan Peacock

    Patches on my backpack?

    I figured the Girl Scouts had it right and have been using Badge Magic for years. Easily ordered off Amazon

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