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  1. andy.d

    Dangers of Walking Poles

    Yes. Unfortunately the steepness of the path meant I couldn't strim and mow the vegetation that made it impossible to see where I was putting my feet / poles before I started my descent. A number of people who walk 'professionally' like Chris Townsend and Sectionhiker either cut the straps...
  2. andy.d

    Dangers of Walking Poles

    I got a pole stuck in a hole once when going down a very steep hill. very painful shoulder as a result - the strap was round my wrist and I couldn't let go. Have always removed the straps from my poles since
  3. andy.d

    the 10km string

    Announcing an important breakthrough in calculating exactly how far you have walked https://pilgrimpace.wordpress.com/2016/09/30/the-six-mile-string/ ;) Andy
  4. andy.d

    kit list - cistercian way

    Thank you Albertagirl. I've booked to stay with the Cistercians at Caldey and at Whitland earlier on in the pilgrimage, and will try to stay with the Brigettines at Holywell once I know when I'll be there. I hadn't thought of Ty Mawr, but I already have an invitation from the Friends of Tintern...
  5. andy.d

    kit list - cistercian way

    excellent - I did a little of the north of Offa's Dyke with @Bradypus last week as a training walk. I'm starting the big pilgrimage in the south at Penrhys and going clockwise
  6. andy.d

    kit list - cistercian way

    Thanks Sybille, good idea on the washing liquid - I'll look into it. I was thinking of two headlamps because, towards the end, when the nights have drawn in, I may end up having to walk in the dark a bit. But I will give this some thought Andy
  7. andy.d

    kit list - cistercian way

    Cheers Roland, food not included. Fear not, there will be plenty of tinned fish and cuppa soup for the bit we walk together
  8. andy.d

    kit list - cistercian way

    I've had a go at detailing my kit list for my upcoming pilgrimage on the Cistercian Way (700 miles round Wales) here: https://pilgrimpace.wordpress.com/2016/08/25/cistercian-way-kit-list/ Comments welcome - I'm trying to shave off weight, but am aware that I need to camp a lot of the way and...
  9. andy.d

    Recommend Rain Gear

    Rebekah has posted a picture of me putting my waterproof trousers on here: http://www.moratinoslife.blogspot.co.uk/2014/02/a-blast.html
  10. andy.d

    Recommend Rain Gear

    Sorry, no. It was quite the most exceptionally heavy rain and wind any of us have walked in for any sustained period. If your Rohan's stand up to the normal stuff you get in Britain and Galicia, I wouldn't worry about it too much. Andy
  11. andy.d

    Recommend Rain Gear

    Just to echo Rebekah - it was appalling wet and windy (chuvia fatal?). The ponchos were definitely less effective than the jackets and waterproof over trousers (a mixture of Rab, Berghaus and Marmot). Wetness in these mainly seemed to be to do with sweat and water being pulled in where the...
  12. andy.d

    Waterproofing....I need your advice

    Which sealskibz do you use? I find the water gets in after a bit Andy
  13. andy.d

    Waterproof Socks

    I only use waterproof socks for short cycle rides - they always let the water in after a while. I like to wear very light trail shoes (apart from winter). I carry extra socks to occasionally change into dry ones. Good luck Andy
  14. andy.d

    shemagh question

    Under the Spanish sun, I wore a broad brimmed hat and then a piece of muslin underneath it to protect any bits of me not in shade. I'm northern-European light skinned, but I was interested that a Brazilian pilgrim I walked with for a bit did the same, Andy
  15. andy.d

    winter camino - heavy bag - HELP!

    I think winter walking means a heavier pack. You may also want to think about more spare clothing to replace anything that has got wet (and which won't keep you warm). Buen Camino Andy
  16. andy.d

    Howto dry wet boots

    The wisdom on drying boots that has been handed down to me is not to put them too near to heat sources as this can cause them to crack and split. Have those of you who have used hairdryers on them had any problems? Andy
  17. andy.d

    patrick leigh fermor

    I really enjoyed reading Patrick Leigh Fermor's kit list from his epic walk across Europe in the 1930's which is here: http://pilgrimpace.wordpress.com/2012/09/22/kit-list/ It is a very beautiful piece of writing - and very different gear from most of us! Andy
  18. andy.d

    Journaling on the Camino

    Wandering around in the afternoon or evening is wonderful and the towns are full of people doing it. And I always found Spanish people to be courteous and helpful. Enjoy! Andy
  19. andy.d

    Journaling on the Camino

    Go with one journal and then buy more in Spain as you need them. It's always a wonderful thing to see what you end up with. And if weight is an issue, you can post the completed ones home. I must admit that for myself a journal comes under the category of essential weight. I write small...
  20. andy.d

    Smart Packing and Unexpected Backpack Items

    and on a serious note, I'm a big fan of zip-lock or dry bags. As has been said, they weigh relatively little, keep my kit dry and mean that I can ensure everything has its place in the rucksack. Andy

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