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  1. sillydoll

    Sun Sleeves?

    I take 2 pairs of sun sleeves and 2 leg warmers in place of long sleeve tops and trousers. I buy mine from soxfootwear.co.za. but 15 years ago I bought leg warmers in Spain. Photo: left 2011. Right 2022 on the Primitivo
  2. sillydoll

    What experience have people had with waterproof socks?

    I agree about Dexshell socks. I wear them in wet weather with Keen Whispers. I've traipsed through snow fields in the Alps, walked through steams and puddles, and my feet have stayed dry.
  3. sillydoll

    How can I buy an Altus poncho/jacket in the US?

    Decathlon has a rain coat poncho exactly like the ALTUS. There is a store in the US you could order from
  4. sillydoll

    Frameless packs

    You're probably right. The recommended weight for the OMM is 9kg. I don't think I could carry 9kg, nor would I need to even if I was younger and stronger! The Camino isnt a wilderness trail and all one needs is a change of clothing, raingear, toiletries, medication and 1 - 1.5lt of water. The...
  5. sillydoll

    Frameless packs

    I have been using the frameless 32L OMM (Original Mountain Marathon) Classic for many years. It weighs about 600g empty and around 6kg fully packed. I usually walk between May and September so only need lightweight clothing. I am 74 years old, weigh 57kg and have osteoporosis, worse in the...
  6. sillydoll

    What Does 'Light' or Ultra-Light Mean

    There are many backpacking websites that use the words ‘ultralight’ and ‘ultra-lite’ when describing backpacks. But to qualify as an ultra-light backpack, I only consider packs that weigh 1 kg or 2.2 lbs and under because I don’t think of anything over 1 kg or 2.2 lbs as being ultra-light! New...
  7. sillydoll

    Smart Packing and Unexpected Backpack Items

    Yes - you have to have electricity. I always take the heater, on the Camino and the Via francigena.
  8. sillydoll

    Leggings+shorts April?

    I wear above knee culottes (divided skirt style) in spring and summer. In spring I wear them with leggings or leg warmers. I also wear short sleeve tops in spring and summer, starting off on cooler days with arm warmers. A few years ago I bought colourful leg warmers in Spain and still use...
  9. sillydoll

    Buying hiking poles on the Camino Frances?

    This is the email address: directioncompostelle@orange.fr
  10. sillydoll

    Wow! Look at this ultralight backpack made from Ikea bags!

    This is similar to the Gossamer Gear Mariposa that my husband uses. It weighs about 450g and can comfortably carry up to 12kg. Have a look at it here and read the reviews. http://www.trailspace.com/gear/gossamer-gear/mariposa/ Difference? Cost is $135
  11. sillydoll

    Raincoat-Poncho

    I love my ALTUS. As a jacket can also double up as another layer when it is cool but not wet, this year I bought an XXL Quecha rain jacket (240g) from Decathlon and it fits over me and my pack. It cost €14.99 and matching rain pants (225g) cost the same. So for the same weight but at a 2/3...
  12. sillydoll

    Raincoat-Poncho

    I'm not sure if all outdoor stores stock them. You could look at Decathalon for the Quechua rain poncho which is the same style as the ALTUS.
  13. sillydoll

    Raincoat-Poncho

    I think the Ferrino is great - but it is about €63 and the ALTUS is €53. I have ordered a Bluefield from Amazon that is €15.99 Worth a try! It claims to be 100% waterproof. Materials: 210T terylene taped seam seal. Large volume of backpack cover Olive button design prevents the backpack fell...
  14. sillydoll

    Towed Cart vs Backpack for the VF route Canterbury - Besanco

    Or these: The Wheelie 111 is highly recommended. www.radicaldesign.nl/en/products/walking-trailers/wheelie-iii/wheelie-iii The Trackmate upright trolley: www.prohikeaustralia.com.au Carrix trolley: carrix.ch.tripod.com/ ‘I bought the Carrix as I could no longer carry a backpack. This means that...
  15. sillydoll

    Another Backpack recommendation request

    I have never sent my backpack into the hold. Too many people report backpacks going missing and not being found and they then have to start from scratch when they get to Spain :-( If your pack complies with the dimension regulations you can take it into the cabin. Weight is important - usually...
  16. sillydoll

    Excellent device for your cell phone

    http://mybunjee.com/ Clip your phone to your waist-belt, backpack so that you don't drop it in the toilet, leave it behind or lose it on the path.
  17. sillydoll

    Sleeping Bags/Liners are ESSENTIAL!

    The double size is $11.99 on ebay. Many Spanish pillows are like long barrels and don't fit in regular pillow cases!
  18. sillydoll

    Sleeping Bags/Liners are ESSENTIAL!

    ;) I agree with Philly. The question is not, "Do I need to bring a sleeping bag/Liner at all? " but 'Do I need a sleeping bag or liner?" You need to bring something - not nothing at all!
  19. sillydoll

    Sleeping Bags/Liners are ESSENTIAL!

    I have always taken a sleeping bag that can unzip into a duvet. I open that on the bed before I lie down on it. In Galicia, most municipal albergues hand out disposable mattress covers to all pilgrims when they arrive. At least this way, whatever you leave behind is thrown out with the...
  20. sillydoll

    Sleeping Bags/Liners are ESSENTIAL!

    The question comes up regularly on the Camino forums, 'Will I need a sleeping bag in ......................." Most of the albergues require that pilgrims have a sleep 'sack' of some sort, not for their warmth, or for their comfort, but for hygiene purposes and to protect the mattresses...

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