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  1. markie6

    Camino banner map - where to buy?

    as David says above yep this would have been my suggestion as it's the one I bought in Arzua. Came in a protective plastic roll to. I did buy one in Santiago that you had, both are nice and if you have no luck online, perhaps a helpful fellow pilgrim and forum dweller might offer assistance. (...
  2. markie6

    One (water) bottle to rule them all?

    Yep my take too. Just like the mythical perfect shoe that never causes any person on the planet a blister
  3. markie6

    May-June Camino Frances - Rain Gear & Eating ware

    take the spork. Zip lock bags for food. If it rains, as others have pointed out... it's the time it takes stuff to dry that is more of the problem. Cover for your pack and shoes that you are used to.
  4. markie6

    What lens or lenses did you used most if you carried a DSLR or mirrorless camera?

    The lense with the best range would be my guess. I know I will walk a camino one day and ship my pack and keep my camera and day bag with me so that's what I would advise somebody to do.. As for looking after valuables in albergues... same advice as I always give.. keep your good stuff on you...
  5. markie6

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    Layering, LAYERING...then a little more layering You will warm up carrying your pack and walking also
  6. markie6

    Questions to ask about shoes

    3 CF wearing New Balance. 1 Trail Runner, 2 Road Runners. All performed well It will of course depend on conditions, surface type, weather etc etc. There is however no perfect shoe or boot for sale anywhere
  7. markie6

    Hi vis vests

    I walk early and wear one or hang it on my pack and as WP says, they weigh nothing and can only help
  8. markie6

    Dark colored shoes too hot in summer?

    There are no perfect shoes. Overthinking ... yes a bit but that's normal for first time Camino Comfort above all else.
  9. markie6

    How light was your backpack for Camino Frances (800 km)

    1st Camino my pack and water weighed 15kg (1l of water incl) learned a lot the first time and shaved 2.5kg off the second 3rd time and I was just under 10kg next time will be less again 50+ year old male walked Frances 22 days don't sweat the small stuff. Most take too much and jettison...
  10. markie6

    It's been done before... cutlery/bowl/cup?

    Always take a set of cutlery, sporks are best. Nothing better that spending the afternoon pilgrim watching with a tub of ice cream
  11. markie6

    Perfect solution (I hope..) sleeping system

    Regardless of cost or brand I always point people towards a 2-3 season sleeping bag which packs down small and easilly. No need for an expensive one but its own stuff sack is a plus. I got a cheapy one from amazon and it's lasted me 50+ days so far and still going strong. REI in the USA has...
  12. markie6

    Backpack Pick

    yes good brand and size
  13. markie6

    Re-considering zip-off convertible pants

    I take a normal pair of hiking trousers ( pants to some others) by Craghoppers, good enuff for Palin to circumnavigate the globe and also a pair of shorts with decent sized pockets. I can make better trade offs with regard to weight carried elsewhere in my pack. In the same respect I wouldn't...
  14. markie6

    Sleeping Bag?

    for me... there is nothing worse than being either too hot or too cold. So I go with a 2-3 season sleeping bag ( synthetic and inexpensive ) . Most albergues have blankets and you can also add layers ( t shirts etc ) if needed Make sure it packs down well and preferably has its own stuff sack
  15. markie6

    Is this Camino clothing heresy?

    No true pilgrim would be caught dead in any of these articles. It would have the benefit of being very safe on the washing line over night though
  16. markie6

    Best spots to buy camino gear in London?

    Echoing what the others have suggested.. plus given you are heading out in September , quick drying cheap running tops are fine. Your sleeping bag only needs to pack down well... 2-3 season variety are reasonably priced. I bought a very cheap 55l backpack a number of years before I pondered a...
  17. markie6

    What does "good shoes" mean?

    Any recommendations will be subjective , there will be a number of brands ( some already mentioned ) I would not risk using again but it's often down to luck, shape of feet and other variables. If there was one great shoe that suited us all, there would be a lot less shoe companies
  18. markie6

    What does "good shoes" mean?

    Comfortable , good fitting and likely to last the complete trip. A lot will depend on time of year / weather conditions I have used New Balance running shoes and trail runners with good results.
  19. markie6

    Feedback on packing list please

    Yes to the spork , guidebook and my own luxury item... a decent pillow case First camino pack was roughly 15k got my last trip nearer 10. I could manage fine and there were a few items that never got used, but I was lucky with the weather. keep whittling away and get some practice in using...
  20. markie6

    Being prepared for the rain 🌧️

    I'm English, so am used to the rain and mud. I'd worry less about walking in bad weather and worry more about getting your stuff dry after your day and keeping your next days gear dry. You're going to be wet and cold and If i were you I'd be making sure I have a days worth minimum of gear, dry...

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