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  1. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Is a sleeping bag necessary for May/June pilgrimage

    Liner.
  2. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Small torch

    Nope. I would have done what I did in Logrono in 1998 when a pilgrim had his radio on when everyone else was trying to get to sleep. I politely asked him to turn it off. Since I am the original 10 stone no good in a fight sort of bloke I was gobsmaacked when he apologised and did so. I have...
  3. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Small torch

    Having being woken by people's head torches I have a downer on them. I carry a small wind up LED torch that is smaller than the palm of my hand. As I only need it to go to the loo at nigtht it is big enough to fulfill that function. Being wind up I do not have to worry about batteries. I have...
  4. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Other than rug sack what small bag to carry

    In 2009 I bought a unisex shoulder bag to carry essentials. Strap over shoulder and rests on hip. The advantage was that if needed to drop my rucksack outside of a bar or shop it went in with me without any problems. It came from a cheap and cheerful junk shop run by an Asian lady, cost 10...
  5. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Altus poncho

    thanks High. Like the colours but not happy that it is shorter. off to my local store after Easter to go and have a look at whats in stock. the packa seems to be favourite at the moment.
  6. methodist.pilgrim.98

    winter camino - heavy bag - HELP!

    equipment-questions/topic15074.html Falcon gives some advice on the packa poncho which on another thread said he quite liked apart from its shortness. He's over 6 foot so depending on your height it might be worth checking out. As someone who is part pensioner I absolutely agree about buying...
  7. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Random thought

    Good idea Falcoln but if you take your rucksack as "carry on" might they confiscate it? A door hanger is agreat idea but think of the weight!!
  8. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Random thought

    This is a screwy idea. :lol:
  9. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Altus poncho

    Falcoln, Thank you. As I am only 5' 7" the packa would be lower and well worth considering.
  10. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Altus poncho

    Falcon, thank you about the packa which looks interesting. Just for the record, if you don't mind, how tall are you? I will be walking solo and like the idea of not needing another person to get it on. I had a very cheap poncho last Novemebr and it ripped because I had no one to help me...
  11. methodist.pilgrim.98

    winter camino - heavy bag - HELP!

    I only take two shirts. one on, the other washed/drying/spare. I sleep in the shirt I am going to wear the next day. That way you do not need to carry extra clothing. I hope to go in April so it will be 2 quick drying walking shirts (one on), 2 thermal tops (one on). If the weather was warmer...
  12. methodist.pilgrim.98

    winter camino - heavy bag - HELP!

    I think Peronel and I are singing from the same hymn sheet. Buying a great quality waterproof and windproof coat - which my Bergahus is - may well save you having to take an extra top. I now take a North Face scarf which is ultra light weight but keeps my chest very, very warm. I will not...
  13. methodist.pilgrim.98

    winter camino - heavy bag - HELP!

    You will probably be sweating while walking. What will that do to the down coat? If it gets wet will it dry quickly? Something to be considered. If you can get everything you want to carry into your 33litre then briliant. Maybe the thing to do is say, this is what I am carrying, what can I...
  14. methodist.pilgrim.98

    winter camino - heavy bag - HELP!

    The upside is that in February/March albergues are more likely to have heat on than in the "milder" April. I actually had few problems getting stuff dry in those months because the radiators were on whereas when I walked in April they weren't. I have also had to pull on damp clothes from the...
  15. methodist.pilgrim.98

    winter camino - heavy bag - HELP!

    I hesitate to talk about winter gear because though I have walked in December I have not got into the colder months of January/February. I walked early March in 2012 and it was not too bad. The secret to staying warm is layers so I would advise a proper, rainproof coat such as a Berghaus. I...
  16. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Shoes for evening in Mid April-Mid May

    My Tevas have probably walked about 1500km of the 2800km done to date. I carry walking boots and wear them only when absolutely necessary. While walking I always wear socks to prevent chaffing. Unless it is wet or muddy I wear them at all times. My feet have been cold in the mountains, on the...
  17. methodist.pilgrim.98

    How many pairs of trousers?

    May to June 2004 I walked SJPdP to Finisterre. I wore the one pair of convertible trousers all the way, but the weather was good. Done the same for shorter journeys though in the cold months I took a pair of leg warmers. I once had to wash the seat of the pants and bought a cheap pair of...
  18. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Camera advice needed

    Mike, the waterproof aspect of the Nikon is worth considering for those who are walking in the spring or autumn. I experienced a fair bit of rain this last trip October 26th to November 7th and it has affected my panasonic but that's just a Camino thing.
  19. methodist.pilgrim.98

    beard or razor?

    A vicar on English TV explained that when he walked the Saraha he stopped shaving because so few people saw him. Then one day he saw a camel eating at an oasis and thought, "God, I bet I look like that camel What a mess" and started shaving again. I do have a couple of Camino beards on some of...
  20. methodist.pilgrim.98

    Camera advice needed

    The Panasonic DMC-TZ27 that i used this month was brilliant. It has a 20x zoom, incredible macro and, best of all, when I turn the dial to SCN it throws up all sorts of options for the specialist shot. I got some glorious sunrises by using the sunset option (!) and with the people option I got...

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