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  1. november_moon

    Packing recommendations please

    Here is my take on your list: Merino wool is a must for socks. * Not really. It is a personal preference. I prefer Wrightsocks myself. You've got to determine what is right for you. Light layers work best for tops. * This is my approach because it allows for maximum flexibility - easy to...
  2. november_moon

    Luxury items

    My luxury items were: Good cotton pillowcase, Kindle, pjs, and really good moisturizer. None are needs, but all were valuable and I would take them again. Next time, I will also bring a small bottle of hot sauce.
  3. november_moon

    Buy duffel in SdeC?

    Santiago is a decent sized city. You can find pretty much anything you need there.
  4. november_moon

    Trail Runners or Boots?

    Yes, the choice is definitely a personal one. I am a fan of boots - I like the support, the beefy soles, and the ability to easily lock my heels in place.
  5. november_moon

    Anyone wear white?

    One of my tshirts was white. It was fine - just as white when I finished as when I started. Your clothes will get sweaty, but you can wash them.
  6. november_moon

    What's In Your bag...hmmm

    Also, with regard to stink factor - this is the Camino, where most people have amenities like laundry sinks and drying racks available to them daily :) Being able to wear base layers for a week between washings without them getting too funky isn't as important as it is on backpacking trips.
  7. november_moon

    Couple Morning Routine while Camping and Hiking the Camino

    Our morning routine was pretty simple. You know, the normal biological functions and washing up, getting dressed, putting our stuff in packs, hydrating, and taking off down the trail.
  8. november_moon

    What was in your pack when you finished?

    I went home with pretty much everything I took with me. I didn't take much extra stuff. First Camino, I took more first aid stuff than I needed, so I ditched some of that along the way, but I also picked up more foot care stuff, so I call that even. Second Camino, I bought a pair of hiking...
  9. november_moon

    Clever way to hide cash

    As with most trips in the civilized world, I used an ATM for cash as needed. I kept my money in my wallet that was either in my pocket or in my cross-body handbag.
  10. november_moon

    Trail surface Sarria to Santiago

    When we walked that section, we had quite a bit of rain (and mud). I was very glad to have hiking shoes with good traction.
  11. november_moon

    Clothes washing - what to use?

    I used the Dr Bonners almond bar for body and laundry. It worked really well. I carried it in a hard-sided plastic soap container - the kind you buy in the travel toiletries section at Target. No issues with the soap not drying or being messy. I had a Lush shampoo bar in there also (my hair...
  12. november_moon

    Back Pack Rain Cover AND Rain Poncho?

    I found the pack cover to be handy when it was only raining a bit or off and on so that a poncho wasn't really needed but I still wanted to keep my pack dry and when it was raining but the weather was warm and I didn't want to wear the poncho, but still wanted my pack to stay dry. Edited to...
  13. november_moon

    Women's Underwear

    I am a fan of Patagonia undies too. I wore them on the Camino, I've been hiking in them for years, and they are my go-to under skirts and dresses during the summer. For sports bras - I wear Champion sports bras for hikes and workouts, and I like them, so I took them on the Camino too. They...
  14. november_moon

    10 days without sleeping bag or liner?

    I've never been asked whether or not I had a liner or bag when checking in, but I have seen hospitaleros check the beds in the dorms and take issue with those who havent put anything down to sleep on.
  15. november_moon

    help with packing list

    I recently bought a couple of quick-dry Everlast tees at Sears for super cheap - our Sears is closing and I happened to be at the mall near the Sears, so I took a stroll through to see what kind of deals they had. I bought them for workouts and hikes and so far, they are great. I'd absolutely...
  16. november_moon

    help with packing list

    Regarding the Kindle: I took my Kindle on 2 Caminos. I love to read and I don't care for reading on my phone. However, part way through my 2nd Camino, I lost my Kindle - left it behind somewhere - so I was stuck with reading on my phone. It was actually fine. I got used to it pretty...
  17. november_moon

    help with packing list

    An extra pair of socks is never a bad idea - you may want to change your socks mid-day to help prevent blisters in the heat. Feet are your most important asset, so make sure to provide for them first. I would leave the cotton evening pants behind and bring a 2nd pair of hiking pants - it's a...
  18. november_moon

    Work boots burn my feet

    No need to apologize. You just seemed a little impatient for an answer was all.
  19. november_moon

    Work boots burn my feet

    You might want to give people a chance to read your question and answer - you posted your question about a half hour ago, and the follow up about 20 minutes after.
  20. november_moon

    Buying along the route

    I'm sorry that you have to put your camino on hold. I hope everyone is ok. The Camino will wait for you.

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