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...So, what is the least amount of stuff you can take on a full French (starting in SJPdP) without being the smelly vagabond no one wants to sit next to? I'm looking to take as little a possible?
Hi Royce,I apologize that I'm adding yet another packing list thread to the cairn, but looking for a little targeted advice.
So, what is the least amount of stuff you can take on a full French (starting in SJPdP) without being the smelly vagabond no one wants to sit next to? I'm looking to take as little a possible.
HIKING ITEMS:
backpack
trekking shoes
Nalgene water bottle (750ml) or Camelback (2L)...which one I haven't decided yet
lightweight rain jacket
pocket knife or multitool
buff
baseball cap
CLOTHES:
casual shoes (alpargatas: they're kinda like slippers)
3 socks (merino)
2 t-shirts (merino)
1 long sleeve shirt (merino)
1 ultralight puffy (down)
1 pair of convertible pant-shorts
TOILETRIES:
travel pack of Wet Wipes
bar of soap
toothbrush
toothpaste
deodorant
travel towel
LUXURY ITEMS:
pocket camera w/ charger
guidebook
And finally, passport and credit/bank cards. Is there anything I can cut out? Anything essential that I've forgotten?
Cheaper and lighter is to buy a bottle of soft drink or water, and then use that bottle until it gets gunky. I use a one liter bottle, that I keep in a side pocket on the bag, and (sometimes) a half liter bottle clipped to my strap.Nalgene water bottle (750ml) or Camelback
Get one with a corkscrew. I prefer one with a decent pair of scissors, as I can use that to trim my nails.pocket knife or multitool
Something with a wide brim may be a better choice - or carry sun screen.baseball cap
I'd say so. It looks like you've forgotten underpants and some kind of cover for sleeping. As a matter of hygiene, most albergues require you to have a bed sheet or a sleeping bag. The light weight option is to carry a silk bag liner.Anything essential that I've forgotten?
Any time you are going to be outside all day you should use sunscreen. I've seen some pretty nasty sunburns that people got on overcast days.If summer or warm time sun screen. Insect repellent can be of great use.
You don’t mention underwear. Perhaps you’re going commando, but if not, I’d bring three pair. I took two tops of convertible pants but only one bottom. A sleeping bag is a personal choice. For me it is a must. Another must is a cork puller. If nothing else, it’ll make you all kinds of friends.I apologize that I'm adding yet another packing list thread to the cairn, but looking for a little targeted advice.
So, what is the least amount of stuff you can take on a full French (starting in SJPdP) without being the smelly vagabond no one wants to sit next to? I'm looking to take as little a possible.
HIKING ITEMS:
backpack
trekking shoes
Nalgene water bottle (750ml) or Camelback (2L)...which one I haven't decided yet
lightweight rain jacket
pocket knife or multitool
buff
baseball cap
CLOTHES:
casual shoes (alpargatas: they're kinda like slippers)
3 socks (merino)
2 t-shirts (merino)
1 long sleeve shirt (merino)
1 ultralight puffy (down)
1 pair of convertible pant-shorts
TOILETRIES:
travel pack of Wet Wipes
bar of soap
toothbrush
toothpaste
deodorant
travel towel
LUXURY ITEMS:
pocket camera w/ charger
guidebook
And finally, passport and credit/bank cards. Is there anything I can cut out? Anything essential that I've forgotten?
In Spain, a "hostal" is pretty much a small hotel, and you will have your own room with all bedding provided. "Albergues" range from no-frills rooms filled with bunkbeds with plastic-covered mattresses, to lovely rooms with regular beds. The prices vary accordingly. There are a few albergues that provide only a 1-inch mat on the floor for sleeping. Generally you should not expect to be provided with top sheets to cover you, although most places will have a fitted sheet over the mattress.- So regarding sleeping bag or liner: I assumed albergues were like hostels where they have sheets on the bed. Some of you seem to imply that that is not always the case and a liner (at least) is needed. Is that correct?
Contour sheet of some sort is provided, cotton or paper. But that still doesn’t mean you want to sleep direclty on it as it may not have been wasjed for days. Always bring something to put between yourself and whichever sirface you are sleeping on.Hahaha. Yes, I forgot underwear but definitely intended to take some. Thanks all.
- So regarding sleeping bag or liner: I assumed albergues were like hostels where they have sheets on the bed. Some of you seem to imply that that is not always the case and a liner (at least) is needed. Is that correct?.
On the third day I donated a camera, my guide book, long sleeved button up shirt, long sleeved merino, ..... half way through traded my sleeping bag for a liner and gave away my extra shoes.
Kept
Phone and charge cords....works for camera as well
Short sleeved and long sleeved merino lightweight, two quick dry light weight button up. Two quick dry hiking pant, thin micro down zip jacket,three pairs non binding socks and my Keen sandals......my beloved full size hairbrush and a real normal beach towel....after a long walk and shower ...wrapping in a real towel....heaven.
When you get out there you’ll realize what you really need ....and no matter what you spent...nothing will be worth the extra weight if it means preventing your finish.
Buen Camino
I apologize that I'm adding yet another packing list thread to the cairn, but looking for a little targeted advice.
So, what is the least amount of stuff you can take on a full French (starting in SJPdP) without being the smelly vagabond no one wants to sit next to? I'm looking to take as little a possible.
HIKING ITEMS:
backpack
trekking shoes
Nalgene water bottle (750ml) or Camelback (2L)...which one I haven't decided yet
lightweight rain jacket
pocket knife or multitool
buff
baseball cap
CLOTHES:
casual shoes (alpargatas: they're kinda like slippers)
3 socks (merino)
2 t-shirts (merino)
1 long sleeve shirt (merino)
1 ultralight puffy (down)
1 pair of convertible pant-shorts
TOILETRIES:
travel pack of Wet Wipes
bar of soap
toothbrush
toothpaste
deodorant
travel towel
LUXURY ITEMS:
pocket camera w/ charger
guidebook
And finally, passport and credit/bank cards. Is there anything I can cut out? Anything essential that I've forgotten?
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Oh dear, here we go. Sub 2kg pack weight for warmer months using an Osprey Rev 6 litre running pack.
Roll-on deo (half full), wet wipes, 50ml spf 50 (half full), 16ml toothpaste, folding toothbrush, aluminium tin containing soap block (showering and laundry), phone charger, passport, credential, First aid (bandage, plasters, paracetamol, chlorine dioxide tablets (water purifucation), wound dressing, tape (micropore, good for taping toes), Imodium, ear plugs, toothpicks, Compeed silicone stick (foot care).
Total sundries 470g
Swimming trunks 55g
WarmPeace Hotshirt 155g
Northface shorts 213g
Biwak hiking towel 143g
Silk sleeping liner 119g
Karrimor XS dry bag 50g
Reading glasses 27g
Helly Hansen waterproof jacket 270g
Merino socks 70g
Total gear 1102g
Total carried in pack = 1572g
Plus 2l water in hydration bladder 2000g
Osprey 6 litre Rev 6 Pack weight 400g
Total including pack weight 3972g
Total without water 1972g
Worn: Hat, earbuds, phone, sunglasses, wallet.
Edit: Plus Hotshirt, Northface shorts, merino socks and swimming trunks (set No 2 for Chris Camino's benefit...It's no good/too late now, you already have the image in your mind.)
Not usually a fan of hydration bladders but will be using one on Via de la Plata. In colder months I would dump tha bladder and just use 500ml shop bought water bottle. Without bladder in rucksack there is space for my super light sleeping bag in the hydration bladder pocket.
That's based on 3 caminos, leaving out stuff I have taken in the past but not used etc. A bit extreme but I like this new mini pack as it leaves my lower back free for ventilation.
Buen camino. Looks like you've done well. I hope your cheapo poncho holds up. It doesn't look like you have any other way to keep your pack dry. You'll be fine.
Don't worry about the Napoleon - after day one you'll likely not think about it again - but do check the day you arrive. It is VERY changable.
DonCamino - that looks like a great list. Any chance that you could translate it into English so that I could evaluate it carefully? thanks!
DonCamino - that looks like a great list. Any chance that you could translate it into English so that I could evaluate it carefully? thanks!
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