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  1. unadara

    What’s the difference between my two chargers?

    Not on topic Laurie but are you brining your Electric Coil and an EU adapter for it? I've a multi USB charger (universal pins adaptable) as I use it abroad for Charging a camera battery pack, power bank and phone and kindle. This time I went and bought a Single USB Eu plug in Boots...
  2. unadara

    Need help deciding to bring or not to bring

    I read on the plane, on the bus, if i am alone at night or in a bar eating alone. I cannot read on my very small phone. Take Kindle, power bank. poles, earphones if you want Audible or music Sarong for all the uses above, mine is thread bare and invaluable. I've been known to carry/read a book...
  3. unadara

    Last minute decisons - fleece or puffer?

    I used to always bring a microfleece (no zips/pockets) and used it as a layer under the Rain jacket, this time I'm bringing a very light Puffer, I will wear it travelling, it has a zip for ventilation and works as a very cosy pillow or back support on planes and buses. Also it has a hood which...
  4. unadara

    long sleeve Merino wool shirt for SUMMER

    I haven't done any research so this is what I know. I am very lucky to have some old/old Merino long sleeve t-shirts with thumb loops, I have kept them as spare undergarments for treks, hill walks and am now going to bring them on my next Camino, they have holes in them!! I'll wear 2 at once if...
  5. unadara

    Ultra lightweight backpack--worth it?

    !0 years ago someone on this forum recommended this OMM Ultralight bag . I love it and am now replacing it with the new version that has a Removable waistbelt (good storage within) (my old one still in use) Weight - 420g Capacity - 32L OMM 32 litre Waistbelt - Moveable for a better fit and...
  6. unadara

    Chinese shops???

    Some experiences I had, one time I left my poles on a Train, I found a Bazaar on street outside the station (Astorga) and found a pair of poles 5 euros! So happy. On Camino Norte 2 of us left our Chargers plugged in at the Albergue and bought 2/3 (just to be sure) in Chinese bazaar. David blew...
  7. unadara

    A stupid washing thing..

    There is a Spanish soap bar Heno de Pravia? they come in minis (like hotel size) and are available in most Tiendas. I used to buy some to bring home. Now I intend to bring a small piece of Savon De Marseille, or a Soap/shampoo Bar (I've got a selection) use for everything.
  8. unadara

    Need a new waist pack

    OMM Ultra Waist Pouch I've just bought this one, I admit I have an OMM bag that it can attach to but feel that is irrelevant, it has all the bells and a "whistle", great weight, volume and quality.
  9. unadara

    The irreducible minimum

    I want to add to this thread as am off in the morning on my 5th Camino. I can list all my items but that's really not interesting! I came onto the forum tonight to see Could I carry a second fleece in my rucksack? I was looking for permission! I have bought some v light weight gear incl a OMM 35...
  10. unadara

    Last minute footwear dilemma!

    I have also had a footwar ! issue. No 1 tip carry a walking sandal or other very lightweight go to alternative. My sandals have varied but now have a Merrell pair (mens very wide, Kahunas, great vibram sole) and I put socks on (essential). If you can alternate or do half and half it is ideal. I...
  11. unadara

    Ipad mini

    I changed my mind and bought a "smart" phone a Samsung..oh the trouble it brought with it...BUT..I couldn't post on this forum(still no idea why) BUT could very easily update my own wordpress blog, and upload images, as wordpress allows you post by gmail..and I had blog linked to facebook..so...
  12. unadara

    Walking Sandals???

    Merrell saved my life this Camino, bought on Amazon and few other hard core walkers on Via de la plata had them also, they are a mens sandal (some ads say that) but I took a 39/40, always wore socks (prevent rubbing)..they have a VIbram sole, I did wear tevas before but the sole and support was...
  13. unadara

    Ear plugs and the alarm

    Imagine needing an alarm, now thats what I call sleeping, never had the need myself, always awake at 6 or thereabouts, if you need an alarm can't imagine the "haunting" by snorers applying? I cant wear earplugs they make my stomach queasy or maybe its my balance/equilibrium so I just sleep/relax...
  14. unadara

    Items mailed or left behind

    There is a box of those chargers on the Camino...my daughter bought a great 2 pin plug 3 way usb charger in the chinese bazaar, she left it with me after my pleading, i left it on the bed 2 days later, oh well, camera charger and battery left in Villafrance first camino, chinese phone charger...
  15. unadara

    Ipad mini

    I'm with Alex, have to say I've read all the posts, toyed with the easy blogging facility but going to take my old nokia, txt home at night, blog once a week at local pcs (maybe) and wait till I get home to post photos or if there is a good pc in the area , on the Madrid route I found community...
  16. unadara

    Ultimate Camino Scarf

    Yes to all above uses, borrowed a "sarong",scarf,big sheet of cheesecloth type material from my daughter, it does not register on the scales it is so light now from use, you can also probably see through it now too! (OoW). I wore it over my head as a sun screen in 2011 heat wave, used it at end...
  17. unadara

    Use it, or not use it?

    I think this is very interesting and will try it, the Thread however needs to be re-named as it questions the value of stuffing your sleeping bag into a compression sack (supplied with it). If you are leaving the alberque early in the morning (and who hasn't?) then it provides a logistics...
  18. unadara

    What coat

    I have 3 experiences, Berghaus coat, normal weight for winter walking here, stayed in bag all time, heat wave. Same coat 2nd Camino didn't keepout the persistent rain, all day for 10 days (BUT it wasn't cold) 3rd time got a light weight 500 isotex?, a packable item 400g, was great, extra layer...
  19. unadara

    Gaiters in late April & May walking the Camino.

    If you left Seville without gaiters where would the next town with a large store be?
  20. unadara

    Macabi Skirt, first impression (pre-Camino)

    SillyDoll Lovely photo, you are seriously trendy in your stripes and colourful with pinks, I am a Blue person and my clothes tend to be neutral , hiking gear tends to be! Steeltown Pilgrim is bringing dress shirts and fancy pants! maybe we could all try a bit of colour, keep you posted!

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