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- Frances 15,16,18
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I have rejected the idea (again for myself) because it does not seem worth the hassle. I am a person who could use some more padding in the rear, and even I cannot be bothered. Take a plastic garbage bag (bin liner or whatever you call it). If you take your special seat cushion, you are still not going to want to put it in the mud, so you'll yourself fiddling with a plastic bag for it anyway. You'll need one bag to sit on, and another for your back pack.you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable
Love this!I am ruthless about keeping my pack weight down
I was only thinking of those wide open places on the VdlP.
That pad is not going to raise you more than 1 cm off the ground anyway.I now have to practice being able to sit crossed legged on the ground.
Good try, but no!OK, End of Thread.
Good try, but no!
You will undoubtedly wish you had one, upon occasion. But if you took one, you would constantly be thinking of discarding it. Why create that dilemma?!
OK, End of Thread.
Ass pads are obviously one of my really dumb ideas!
Even dumber than a sushi mat it seems
Ass pads are obviously one of my really dumb ideas!
The answer to your prayers? May I introduce you to the SSO/SPOSN sit mat as used by Russia's Spetsnaz (Special Forces):Exhibit 1 is clearly superior. I’ve got a box of the generic knock-off version easily found on a well-known auction site. Cost very little, weigh very little and when I walk it’s often wet or snowy, so the few grammes is worth it.
The weight will not be an issue as you’ll stand up and leave it behind after a couple of days. Mine lives in the outside pocket of my Osprey Kestrel with a strip of day-glo fabric behind it. If I can see the day-glo, then something’s missing.
Nevertheless, it’s 50/50 whether I’ll manage not to lose the pad in a three week walk.
Double the length and fold it over and you'll have twice the "padding" for very little extra weight.I use a simple, but sturdy 3'x3' piece of tyvek as a sit pad. There is no cushioning, but it literally folds up into nothing, weighs nothing and practically costs nothing.
Didn't they used to be called buttocks? Mine are already attached ready for sitting on !I have a give-away by a certain bank that once sponsored a football match I attended. It’s perfect, it’s a polystyrene pad (bank logo stamped on the fabric covering), with four folds to concertina when not in use, and closed up it fits neatly tucked in an outside side pocket of my pack.
Why are you all so logical and sensible?
Not since Forrest Gump got them confused: "Ah got a shot of ma bo-tox" . . .Didn't they used to be called buttocks? Mine are already attached ready for sitting on !
Samarkand
When I was walking with a squeamish companion who didn't want to get a dusty bottom, I laid out my poncho as a picnic mat.
Why are you all so logical and sensible?
Robo, your comments let me start the day with a huge laugh! I love your wit! Thanks for posting this thread.Walks away muttering trying to think of at least 3 other uses for an 'Ass Pad' to justify taking it........
For me, not worth the money nor the time. I have had no problem finding a place to sit.OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I agree completely. I have always been able to find a rock or a dead tree trunk or a stone wall to sit on. If it is raining I never stop so that is not an issue. I guess if I had to stop in the rain I would be able to figure it out. I think you know I will be walking the VDLP hopefully in October. Thanks for the photos.That pad is not going to raise you more than 1 cm off the ground anyway.
One of the liberating things about the VDLP was to be alone, wanting a rest, and realizing that I should simply sit on the ground! How often do we as old people have nothing better to do that to plop ourselves on the ground for a rest?
Oo, ooh ooh! Send us a link please, dying to know how you're suppost to rest on it! Along? Across?I always struggle with thin pillows in albergues, I just recently bought an inflatable "ass pad" to cushion up pillows when needed. It weighs 3 oz. and is 29"x9"x1.5". Not delivered yet, I have no idea if will serve the purpose.
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If it was free...Deal!I have a give-away by a certain bank that once sponsored a football match I attended. It’s perfect, it’s a polystyrene pad (bank logo stamped on the fabric covering), with four folds to concertina when not in use, and closed up it fits neatly tucked in an outside side pocket of my pack.
trying to think of at least 3 other uses for an 'Ass Pad' to justify taking it....
Looks like this oneOo, ooh ooh! Send us a link please, dying to know how you're suppost to rest on it! Along? Across?
That's exactly what I use for hiking. I cut an old yoga mat into 8 pieces, so when one gets too worn out/ dirty, I have another one ready to go. Basically free, rolled up it takes up barely any space in my backpack and it's very lightweight. Great insulation from the damp ground whilst I have my tea and ham sandwiches!I made one for local hikes from a piece of cheap yoga mat. I rarely use it, if its wet I'm usually wearing wet gear, if its dry I don't need it anyway. Truth be told I'm sometimes lazy to fish it out.
But if you use it as a picnic table what do you sit on?Use it as a small ’table’ when having a picnic on the ground (I did that once, worked fine); use it to bash giant insects that have invaded your room at night (I did that once, worked fine), trade it for a glass of cerveza if you’re out of cash (didn’t do that but it might work?)
Good idea. I just weighed one - 0.8 ounce/24 gramsI use the Amazon Prime envelop. You can keep your lunch cool and use it to sit on. Maybe it is not as durable, but with care, it can last your whole Camino.
I purchased the Therm-A-Rest version of this which looks like your first photo, light as a feather and cost me less than $15. Was all booked to walk the Camino with my daughter in April last year when all was cancelled due to the pandemic so hopefully this will be used in 2022. For me this is a necessity after giving birth to Triplets years ago it damaged my sciatic nerve to where I can’t sit on any hard surface or risk a painful flare up so for me this is worth every cent I paid for it and the space in my pack. Some of us just can’t sit on hard surfaces and I’m one of them so this little pad is like gold to those of us who suffer from sciatica!OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
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A$9.94
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Line it with foil and you've got a DIY food cosy! Like this:I use the Amazon Prime envelop. You can keep your lunch cool and use it to sit on. Maybe it is not as durable, but with care, it can last your whole Camino.
I carry sufficient padding, whether I like it or not...OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
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A$9.94
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Butt what are the dimensions?Line it with foil and you've got a DIY food cosy! Like this:
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but with the foil on the inside.
(OK, I admit it, I've watched far too much YouTube in lockdown)
I always struggle with thin pillows in albergues, I just recently bought an inflatable "ass pad" to cushion up pillows when needed. It weighs 3 oz. and is 29"x9"x1.5". Not delivered yet, I have no idea if will serve the purpose.
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Can that one, Robo. When you need to rest and sit after an uphill climb and want a snack, you won't have any extra breath left to wanna blow that thing up!
Can that one, Robo. When you need to rest and sit after an uphill climb and want a snack, you won't have any extra breath left to wanna blow that thing up!
I dislike those hard sweaty pillows, too. They don't conform to your head at all, but possibly they have improved them in the last ten years.It's a pillow to use in Albergues.........
I found quite a variety of pillows in the albergues.I dislike those hard sweaty pillows, too. They don't conform to your head at all, but possibly they have improved them in the last ten years.
The plastic blow ups? Were they in the donation boxes?I found quite a variety of pillows in the albergues.
No, I meant the pillows that are provided. I've never used a plastic blow up pillow.The plastic blow ups? Were they in the donation boxes?
I liked the long pillows provided. I always put my own cheap lightweight pillowcase over them.
Or a baton to swat off thieves or flies or just more stuff to keep people employed. Personally I like to ground myself or go to a cafe.Just 25 gms. And it's a nice colour.
The other use is as a bolster. Between the knees when sleeping......
I'll try to think of others
Just donate it to your local charity shop before you go on Camino after trying it out at home first and hating it.The semi inflatable pillow looked like quite a good alternative. It has a nice shape, fabric cover etc.
Ass big as it needs to be!Butt what are the dimensions?
For Gawd's sake, man - - LET IT GO!Just 25 gms. And it's a nice colour.
The other use is as a bolster. Between the knees when sleeping......
I'll try to think of others
For Gawd's sake, man - - LET IT GO!
B
I bought this pad and didn't take it. It's very lightweight and takes up very little space. I'm taking it next time!OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
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A$9.94
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Great idea! I have one around here somewhere...I use the Amazon Prime envelop. You can keep your lunch cool and use it to sit on. Maybe it is not as durable, but with care, it can last your whole Camino.
Normally for a Camino I would say don't bother...but for you it's an excellent idea. Your paintings are lovely!At 14 ounces for the 17" I'm really considering taking this Ultra Light Stool (I paint when I travel and it is much easier if I am sitting slightly elevated so I can work on my lap, so this is already part of my sketch kit.). https://www.garagegrowngear.com/pro...tm_source=google&utm_medium=smart_campaignght,
Thank you!Normally for a Camino I would say don't bother...but for you it's an excellent idea. Your paintings are lovely!
OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
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A$9.94
View attachment 94180
I always just sat on a plastic bag I carried with me, I had enough of my own padding for that to be sufficientOK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
View attachment 94179
A$9.94
View attachment 94180
I use a piece of mylar cut to twice the size I need for sitting so that I can fold it in on itself it gets wet. Easy to wipe off. Weights almost nothing. Does not provide any padding.OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
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A$9.94
View attachment 94180
The child sized one isn’t that thick. With the handle, it could be tied to the outside of the pack.I have one of those sturdy, lightweight knee pads for the garden and it's great, but at an inch thick I don't have room to take it in my 34L backpack, as my lightweight sleeping bag hogs the extra room. It could certainly be a good option for some folks though.
Hi Robo I can't really comment on Ass Pads as I had never heard of them before but I can say that you will be amazed at just how little you need. I have done 4 Caminos and on my first one my backpack weighted 13 kilos. When I go home I threw to one side the stuff I never used. On the next 3 trips my pack weighed 8 kilos and everything i packed I used at some point. It is obviously personal choice what you think you need and I have seen some huge packs. You are never so far away from somewhere you can buy something if you suddenly find that you need it, Buen Camino VinceOK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
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A$9.94
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Walking 20km is never the problem. However, walking the 3m to the bar (after sitting for 10 min) is pure agony! Go figure. I'm not even going to think of sitting cross legged!!Maybe I'm just a gear junkie
I was only thinking of those wide open places on the VdlP.
No cafes, benches, walls.......
Why are you all so logical and sensible?
I now have to practice being able to sit crossed legged on the ground.
Not easy for someone who is used to chairs and being overweight!
At our wedding 20 years ago I had to sit cross legged for what seemed like 3 hours............
I could barely walk when I stood up
Have to start some stretching exercises I think.
Walks away muttering trying to think of at least 3 other uses for an 'Ass Pad' to justify taking it........
SI have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
View attachment 94179
A$9.94
View attachment 94180
We have various things we can pull out if needed, but generally, I just sit on my Sunday Afternoons hat. (I can't remember any time that I had to sit when it was muddy, and most muddy stretches are relatively short). Sometimes I just sit on my backpack--many thousands of miles and no harm done yet.OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
View attachment 94179
A$9.94
View attachment 94180
Tut, tut. They are popular and rather necessary in cold, wet climes such as Scotland.OK, End of Thread.
Ass pads are obviously one of my really dumb ideas!
Even dumber than a sushi mat it seems
I have one of those sturdy, lightweight knee pads for the garden and it's great, but at an inch thick I don't have room to take it in my 34L backpack, as my lightweight sleeping bag hogs the extra room. It could certainly be a good option for some folks though.
In my long ago girl guiding days we called those “sit upons.” I was loaned one part way through my Frances walk and found it useful so purchased one for my next Caminos. Took an extremely light weight one which didn’t take up much room but proved great especially for the picnic lunches on rough or wet terrain, including gravel road shoulders.OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
View attachment 94179
A$9.94
View attachment 94180
OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Hmmm ... I didn't know such a thing existed.rain skirt
Now that makes sense.I have an extra pair of underwear, socks and shirt in a zip-loc bag. Perfect soft cushion for sitting in wet or uncomfortable spot. It adjusts very well to bottom and ground. Cost nominal. I have several things in my pack in these bags to protect against wetness.
Sounds like a solution in search of a problem....OK, I have too much time on my hands...obviously
I'm going over and over my packing list, looking to improve it by:
And inevitably, all this research uncovers items I never dreamed of taking.
- Taking items out.
- Swapping in lighter items.
- Making sure items are at least dual purpose.
What? that's actually a 'thing'?
There has been a constant stream of courier deliveries over the last few weeks, as various goodies have been dropped off at my door.
I feel like an Amateur version (very amateur) of @davebugg with all the gear testing going on!
The latest?
Ass Pads!
Who would have thought?
For those days when you want to sit down the trail, in the middle of nowhere, and the ground is wet, or uncomfortable.
I was thinking of a square of bubble wrap. But No. Ass pads are a 'thing'. And lightweight!
But what to take? I need to weigh up comfort, size, and weight.
Two have arrived for testing. Just tested by 2 Pilgrims.
The Rolls Royce. A$65 47 gms Comfort factor 8/10
And.......... The Kia A$9.94 25 gms Comfort factor 9/10
Both are a similar size and fold up to similar size.
Guess which one is going with me?
"You get what you pay for"? Hmmm. Not always.
In fairness I have not tested resilience to wear and weather........
A$65
View attachment 94179
A$9.94
View attachment 94180
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