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  1. jostony

    Question for DSLR users

    As my DSLR is so heavy I wisely decided against taking it on any of my caminos. The best investment I made was buying a Sony RX100m4. Great weight and superb photos. I carry in in a pouch with shoulder strap across chest, so easy access.
  2. jostony

    Which accessories for Sony RX100 V?

    I have been delighted with my Sony RX100 in all my caminos. I have moved away from carrying a charger and have bought and carry extra batteries instead, which I pre-charge before starting camino.
  3. jostony

    What's in your first aid kit?

    Agree. Essential and what you actually use is difficult to pre-judge. Invariably I always take and carry much more than I need
  4. jostony

    Struggling with sock choice

    In my previous Caminos I always suffered from blisters. Partly because I was lacing my boots too tightly and not stopping regularly enough to air my feet during day's walk. I am sure I also wasn't drinking enough water too! This year for first time I used Injinji socks (like a glove for...
  5. jostony

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    Hello. We arrive in Oviedo on 16th May and will start our slow camino on 18th. Sure you will catch us up!
  6. jostony

    Instant camera on Camino?

    I use the Lowepro Dashpoint 20 camera bag strung across my chest to carry my Sony RX100, which gives easy access.
  7. jostony

    Instant camera on Camino?

    I like taking pictures. For my first Camino I considered taking my DSLR but as it weighs a ton I soon gave up, thankfully, on that painful notion! In the end I bought a more compact lightweight Sony RX100. Takes great pictures. I captured so many beautiful images that trigger my memories, that I...
  8. jostony

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    Thanks for sharing your experiences. I have decided to stick with, and take, separate waterproofs. The final decision is now whether to stick with my Keen Clearwater CNX sandals to relax in post walking or explore a lighter footwear option such as the Hoka One One ORA RECOVERY SHOE.
  9. jostony

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    I have always carried a separate pair of waterproof trousers and probably only worn them once or twice during a Camino. Has anyone just worn and walked in trousers/pants that combine hiking and waterproof qualities without need for separate waterproofs? If so which do you recommend and how do...
  10. jostony

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    Funny how our fears creep back in and we talk ourselves into relabelling something back and forth between "Fear", "Need" and "Essential". I have changed my sleeping bag so backpack currently equals 6.5kg without food and water.
  11. jostony

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    Designed a lovely spreadsheet and my family laugh at me and think I am mad , as I weigh everything on kitchen scales! After a few caminos I have finally learned that every gram adds up. On first Camino I took everything and at every City along the way I sent back more and more stuff back home!
  12. jostony

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    Thank you for all your helpful thoughts and contributions. First decision now made on the sleeping bag. I am ditching my current bag that weighs 1.15kg and will take a Big Agnes McKinnis Down Sleeping Bag = 512g. This knocks off 600g. Not sure yet, but may also take my RAB silk liner 153g. I am...
  13. jostony

    Primitivo - May - reducing backpack weight

    Hello. Finally decided on my route and stages and prebooked most of accommodation. Now dithering on what to take and leave behind. Backpack currently weighs in at 7kg which = 8% body weight. Would like to knock off at least 1/2kg. Firstly do you recommend boots for ankle support or not? Will be...
  14. jostony

    Poles...a recommendation

    Walked my first Camino 2015 and I used Pacer Poles. loved them and they saved me many a time going down steep inclines. They become part of you and the handles were really comfortable. Highly recommend
  15. jostony

    Need help with hiking poles

    Hello. I walked my very first Camino in May-July this year from SJPdP to Santiago to Finisterre to Muxia and walked every step of the way with my Pacer Poles which I loved. With my dodgy knees it was wise choice. I couldn't have done it without them and they proved invaluable going up hills and...
  16. jostony

    Pacer Poles

    Hello. I walked my very first Camino in May-July this year from SJPdP to Santiago to Finisterre to Muxia and walked every step of the way with my Pacer Poles which I loved. With my dodgy knees it was wise choice. I couldn't have done it without them and they proved invaluable going up hills and...
  17. jostony

    To headlamp, or not to headlamp?

    But it was a slow and tortuous decision!
  18. jostony

    To headlamp, or not to headlamp?

    As I am STILL fretting on Backpack weight before I leave on Tuesday! I have decided to leave my headlamp and just rely on camera torch if I need it
  19. jostony

    Camera harness for holding camera to pack straps?

    I am taking a Sony RX100 on my Camino in May/June and have opted for a Lowepro Dashpoint 20 as this can be attached to Backpack strap or your trouser belt.
  20. jostony

    Backpack weight

    Thanks

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