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Your list looks good.
I would add a sun hat of some sort, sun screen and a pack cover for rain.
I don't see foot specific care items for blisters, other than compeed, have you experience dealing with them? One of the quickest ways to slow or stop the Camino.
Yes, your list does look good. You will probably need only 1 pair of yoga leggings and 3 pairs of undies but that is just shuffling deckchairs. A lighter warm sleeping option would be good but only if at minimal cost. There were down throw blankets recently on sale at Costco. I managed without a solar charger and I downloaded a guide to my phone but every pilgrim has different priorities. If staying in albergues you do need something such as a silk scarf or sarong to cover the pillow though your sleeping sheet may incorporate a pillow slip in which case ignore this last advice.
Buen camino, peregrina.
If the pack fits well, has a good waist strap and you are not carrying the weight on your shoulders but on your hips then you should be fine. My pack usually weighs 4.5k but I can't really tell any difference when I have extra food and water and it weighs 6k it feels pretty much the same at the end of the day. If I carried much more then I think I would start to notice the difference after a while. For reference I weigh about 61kg.
The Camino Forum is quite easy going tooOf course I meant the Caminotrail
I think the 10% "rule", like the "8 glasses of water a day" rule should be taken with a pinch of salt (literally in the case of the water).Hi all! I will be going on my first Camino in September and am a bit concerned about the weight of my backpack. I weigh about 59kgs and my pack is currently 6kgs (without the weight of water or snacks). Just wanted to get some other opinions on the 10% rule and whether going over is alright. I'm pretty fit and did a few training sessions with a 10kg pack.
Love this! Will get one for my husband for the Camino del Norte next month! ThanksI really loved having a money belt for my passports (Pilgrim and otherwise), money, phone, etc. It made everything readily available and allowed me to carry things around town in the evenings. I have this one, but there are smaller, cheaper ones available. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ZS3DCPY/?tag=casaivar02-20
Can anyone give some more info on how to do this? Do you attach the liner to the quilt? I used both a liner and the Costco quilt on an late April Camino Frances. I fought with the liner all night (would wrap around me if I tried to change my position) and had to tuck the quilt down the side of the mattress or it slipped off.make sure you add snap bottons to it and your liner so it doesn't fall off the bed during the night.
Yes, half the snap botton on the side seam of the liner, the other half on the edge of the quilt. I think I have 4, maybe 5 snap bottons on it. This being said, as you know, thw quilt material is super light, so a bit delicate. I double the thickness of the material where the snap goes by applying a tiny square of thick material where the snaps are applied.Can anyone give some more info on how to do this? Do you attach the liner to the quilt? I used both a liner and the Costco quilt on an late April Camino Frances. I fought with the liner all night (would wrap around me if I tried to change my position) and had to tuck the quilt down the side of the mattress or it slipped off.
Buy some sew on snaps like these. Sew one side to the liner and the other side to the quilt. Don't buy the really small snaps, they aren't strong enough to hold it in place.Can anyone give some more info on how to do this? Do you attach the liner to the quilt? I used both a liner and the Costco quilt on an late April Camino Frances. I fought with the liner all night (would wrap around me if I tried to change my position) and had to tuck the quilt down the side of the mattress or it slipped off.
On my last walk, I realized how heavy my empty waist pack was. I found this at Carrefour in Paris and will be giving it a try this next walk. I've tested it out on my practice walks and so far so good. Looks like you can buy it just about anywhere.Love this! Will get one for my husband for the Camino del Norte next month! Thanks
Huh, they don't sell it in the UK
Looks good too. Thank you!On my last walk, I realized how heavy my empty waist pack was. I found this at Carrefour in Paris and will be giving it a try this next walk. I've tested it out on my practice walks and so far so good. Looks like you can buy it just about anywhere.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C96A7C8/?tag=casaivar02-20
I'll be starting on 3rd of September! I think I could handle it, but I want to be as comfortable as possible! My packing list is;
Sleeping bag (1kg...tossing up on this one)
Silk liner
Flip flops
Hiking shoes
1 pair Hiking pants
2 yoga leggings
2 t shirts
1 small tank top
Light weight fleece
Rainjacket
3 socks plus liner pair
2 sports bras
4 pairs of underwear
Small microfiber towel
First aid kit (few bandaids, compeed, imodium, asthma meds, strapping tape)
Toiletries (sml shampoo and conditioner, sml liquid soap, moisturiser, paw paw, sunscreen, deodorant, trek and travel laundry liq, toothbrush/paste, comb).
Technology (charger and converter, solar charger, phone, ipod - putting these inside a small waterproof sack)
Guidebook plus passports and travel documents
Let me know what you guys think! Thank you all again
I put both pieces in one stuff sack. Do whatever works best for you.Thanks! I have stuff sacks for each. Do you take apart in the morning or just wrap both up together?
Why the yoga leggings? Two pair travel pants (maybe zip off) & definitely a hat. I also would consider a "buff" for cold/windy conditions. Def leave sleeping bag behind. Does rain gear cover pack or maybe just a large garbage bag.I'll be starting on 3rd of September! I think I could handle it, but I want to be as comfortable as possible! My packing list is;
Sleeping bag (1kg...tossing up on this one)
Silk liner
Flip flops
Hiking shoes
1 pair Hiking pants
2 yoga leggings
2 t shirts
1 small tank top
Light weight fleece
Rainjacket
3 socks plus liner pair
2 sports bras
4 pairs of underwear
Small microfiber towel
First aid kit (few bandaids, compeed, imodium, asthma meds, strapping tape)
Toiletries (sml shampoo and conditioner, sml liquid soap, moisturiser, paw paw, sunscreen, deodorant, trek and travel laundry liq, toothbrush/paste, comb).
Technology (charger and converter, solar charger, phone, ipod - putting these inside a small waterproof sack)
Guidebook plus passports and travel documents
Let me know what you guys think! Thank you all again
Which route are you walking, and during which period?
I would ditch that heavy sleeping back for something lighther. Yes, like the Costco quilt if you can get one (also on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015D47MVW/?tag=casaivar02-20) but make sure you add snap bottons to it and your liner so it doesn't fall off the bed during the night.
I would ditch the solar pannel, 2 undies, 1 leggings and add a light long sleeve T.
Other than that, you are on business.
Why the yoga leggings? Two pair travel pants (maybe zip off) & definitely a hat. I also would consider a "buff" for cold/windy conditions. Def leave sleeping bag behind. Does rain gear cover pack or maybe just a large garbage bag.
My stuff sack that came with the quilt is too bog to really be compression bit knce the liner is in there... perfection.Thanks! I have stuff sacks for each. Do you take apart in the morning or just wrap both up together?
Brilliant load list perfect just take enough water to get you to the next town then top up this is probably the most important peice of advice, I was asked to loan a little water out and loved the fact I could help, never hesitate to ask for help because the people you meet on the way are your camino Family
That's Sydney my mate from Reno Nevada USA just arrived from winter to 44C and we were on the Manly ferry as I flew from Perth to Sydney to pick him up, having a nice cold carina enrouteNice photo of Perth in the background there Mick!
Ah but you're famed for your skills with needle and thread - us, mere mortals, have to fall back on KAM snapsBuy some sew on snaps like these. Sew one side to the liner and the other side to the quilt. Don't buy the really small snaps, they aren't strong enough to hold it in place.
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Somebody on this site suggested putting the down throw inside the liner.Can anyone give some more info on how to do this? Do you attach the liner to the quilt? I used both a liner and the Costco quilt on an late April Camino Frances. I fought with the liner all night (would wrap around me if I tried to change my position) and had to tuck the quilt down the side of the mattress or it slipped off.
I hadn't heard of KAM snaps, but I just Googled them. They look better than the sew in snaps, though the sew in snaps are readily available at any fabric store or Walmart.Ah but you're famed for your skills with needle and thread - us, mere mortals, have to fall back on KAM snaps
That was me. It works better to keep you warm inside the liner rather than outside. And it won't slide off.Somebody on this site suggested putting the down throw inside the liner.
I KNEW it was somebody with some common sense! The KAM snaps are good but you do need the special tool and they can become addictive . . . . I've got 250 of these things, what can I use them on now?I hadn't heard of KAM snaps, but I just Googled them. They look better than the sew in snaps, though the sew in snaps are readily available at any fabric store or Walmart.
That was me. It works better to keep you warm inside the liner rather than outside. And it won't slide off.
The 10% rule is just an arbitrary number. Carry what you feel comfortable with. I am over 60 and last year walked the Camino and 1000 km of the Francigena to Rome carrying 12 kg plus water (15 % of my weight) with no issues. If you believe the 10% 'rule' the more overweight you were, the more you could carry.Hi all! I will be going on my first Camino in September and am a bit concerned about the weight of my backpack. I weigh about 59kgs and my pack is currently 6kgs (without the weight of water or snacks). Just wanted to get some other opinions on the 10% rule and whether going over is alright. I'm pretty fit and did a few training sessions with a 10kg pack.
I am about to head out on the Bibbulmun Track here in Western Australia. Have to carry 9 days of food plus camping gear. Hate to think what my new Osprey is going to weigh!
Next time I am on the Camino I'll feel like a trail runner.
As everyone says, the lighter the better. There is some awesome lightweight gear coming out of the USA. They have a big cottage industry over there dedicated to lightweight gear.
As for the 10% rule, I think it's nonsense. Totally an individual thing.
Hi longtrails,
I enjoyed your post and then I started thinking, I wish I was a bushman. He goes on walkabout with a spear, a knife, maybe a bow and a couple arrows and not much else. Carries no tent, sleeping bag, food but maybe a vessel to carry water. He's never heard of Osprey or would ever have need of one.
How can we get to that mindset? Yes, it takes a lot of learning about the local surroundings and how to fill our needs with what is available, something we have completely lost as urban dwellers.
Then I started thinking about peregrinos 1,000 years ago. Again, no Osprey or anything resembling a backpack. They would be a bit on the rich side if they had a bag similar to what we now call a Messenger Bag. Again, no food, maybe a blanket and what they wore on their back, and a staff.
Have we gone wrong somewhere?
Maybe this is something worth our time?
So curious how this turned out for you. I'm facing a similar issue. My pack is exactly 10 percent of my weight but without water or food or toiletries. I've tried three packs and I'm having such massive shoulder pain I'm rethinking what to do.Hi all! I will be going on my first Camino in September and am a bit concerned about the weight of my backpack. I weigh about 59kgs and my pack is currently 6kgs (without the weight of water or snacks). Just wanted to get some other opinions on the 10% rule and whether going over is alright. I'm pretty fit and did a few training sessions with a 10kg pack.
You can bin the sleeping bag, shampoo, conditioner extra pair of socks and only take your phone and charger with your songs on your phone and four pairs of underwear is over kill as you wash them each day unless your young and if you are then most are too lazy to do their washing each day. Travel laundry liquid is wasted just get a bar of soapI'll be starting on 3rd of September! I think I could handle it, but I want to be as comfortable as possible! My packing list is;
Sleeping bag (1kg...tossing up on this one)
Silk liner
Flip flops
Hiking shoes
1 pair Hiking pants
2 yoga leggings
2 t shirts
1 small tank top
Light weight fleece
Rainjacket
3 socks plus liner pair
2 sports bras
4 pairs of underwear
Small microfiber towel
First aid kit (few bandaids, compeed, imodium, asthma meds, strapping tape)
Toiletries (sml shampoo and conditioner, sml liquid soap, moisturiser, paw paw, sunscreen, deodorant, trek and travel laundry liq, toothbrush/paste, comb).
Technology (charger and converter, solar charger, phone, ipod - putting these inside a small waterproof sack)
Guidebook plus passports and travel documents
Let me know what you guys think! Thank you all again
I guess time have changed and as a race we are moving along at a rapid speed. When I look at all the wars and corruption in the world then for sure, we have gone wrong somewhere.
Surely the peregrinos of centuries ago would have had something to carry their stuff in? Would be cool to perhaps do a Camino as the 11th century pilgrim would have. Probably not much different apart from the Walkman.
You can bin the sleeping bag, shampoo, conditioner extra pair of socks and only take your phone and charger with your songs on your phone and four pairs of underwear is over kill as you wash them each day unless your young and if you are then most are too lazy to do their washing each day. Travel laundry liquid is wasted just get a bar of soap, I would get the e book for a guide and only take bough water for a top up and an extra 500 ml emergency. Going without personal beautifying stuff for six weeks is a small price to pay for a lightweight blisterless camino
It’s called progress and if you would like to go back a thousand years feel free, go wrong ? Really my head hurtsHi longtrails,
I enjoyed your post and then I started thinking, I wish I was a bushman. He goes on walkabout with a spear, a knife, maybe a bow and a couple arrows and not much else. Carries no tent, sleeping bag, food but maybe a vessel to carry water. He's never heard of Osprey or would ever have need of one.
How can we get to that mindset? Yes, it takes a lot of learning about the local surroundings and how to fill our needs with what is available, something we have completely lost as urban dwellers.
Then I started thinking about peregrinos 1,000 years ago. Again, no Osprey or anything resembling a backpack. They would be a bit on the rich side if they had a bag similar to what we now call a Messenger Bag. Again, no food, maybe a blanket and what they wore on their back, and a staff.
Have we gone wrong somewhere?
Maybe this is something worth our time?
Hi, welcome.
When in Sept are you starting?
A packing list would be great. Are you concerned because your pack feels to heavy? Or something else?
Hi,My backpack feels too heavy and I am concerned. I have tried 5 backpacks so far-- Osprey Sirrus 24, OspreyTempest 30, Deuter 28l Aspen, and 2 different models of the Gregory Jade 28sl. They all hurt!
Here's my much abbreviated list:
wear:
socks
light trail shoes
yoga pants
undies
sport bra
shirt
scarf
sunhat
sunglasses
pack:
2 pair socks
flip flops
yoga pants
sweat pants to sleep in/ wear on the trail
short sleeve shirt
long sleeve shirt
undies
sport bra
Kindle
charger
adapter for Spain
phone
phone charger
headphones
brick charger- my only incidental and I would really like to take it, even though it's heavy
buff
comb
contacts
small bottle contact solution
glasses
ear plugs
eye mask
sleep sack
2 pens
journal
key chain flash light
advil
melatonin
Vit C, multivitamin, Zinc
tampons
shampoo bar soap
Scrubba to wash clothes
sunscreen
toothpaste 1 ounce!!!!!
toothbrush
passport
credit cards-- not even in a wallet!
tissues
lip goo with SPF
arm warmers-- bought light performance ones
nail clippers
2 protein bars
small packet of nut butter~~ 2 oz.
gum
not taking but want:
camera
light sleeping bag (light = 1.5 lb)
electric toothbrush
I don't feel like this is a lengthy list, and it's too heavy for me to carry. Not sure what to do. if you see anything on my list you don't think i need, let me know. It just seems like so little stuff to me. I wouldn't normally travel this light. (I see why people walk the AT naked!!!)
I know! A towel is a must have. I don't know if I will be bringing any rain gear given that my bag is already so heavy that I'm miserable carrying it. Ugh! I may have to pay a service to take my bag. I don't feel like I am over-packing but wow, it feels like a ton of bricks. How rainy will the Norte be in July? (please say not at all!)Hi,
I can’t see a towel or any type of rain gear....
My backpack feels too heavy and I am concerned. I have tried 5 backpacks so far-- Osprey Sirrus 24, OspreyTempest 30, Deuter 28l Aspen, and 2 different models of the Gregory Jade 28sl. They all hurt!
Here's my much abbreviated list:
wear:
socks
light trail shoes
yoga pants
undies
sport bra
shirt
scarf
sunhat
sunglasses
pack:
2 pair socks
flip flops
yoga pants
sweat pants to sleep in/ wear on the trail
short sleeve shirt
long sleeve shirt
undies
sport bra
Kindle
charger
adapter for Spain
phone
phone charger
headphones
brick charger- my only incidental and I would really like to take it, even though it's heavy
buff
comb
contacts
small bottle contact solution
glasses
ear plugs
eye mask
sleep sack
2 pens
journal
key chain flash light
advil
melatonin
Vit C, multivitamin, Zinc
tampons
shampoo bar soap
Scrubba to wash clothes
sunscreen
toothpaste 1 ounce!!!!!
toothbrush
passport
credit cards-- not even in a wallet!
tissues
lip goo with SPF
arm warmers-- bought light performance ones
nail clippers
2 protein bars
small packet of nut butter~~ 2 oz.
gum
not taking but want:
camera
light sleeping bag (light = 1.5 lb)
electric toothbrush
I don't feel like this is a lengthy list, and it's too heavy for me to carry. Not sure what to do. if you see anything on my list you don't think i need, let me know. It just seems like so little stuff to me. I wouldn't normally travel this light. (I see why people walk the AT naked!!!)
A towel is a must have. I don't know if I will be bringing any rain gear given that my bag is already so heavy that I'm miserable carrying it.
How much does your bag weigh?I know! A towel is a must have. I don't know if I will be bringing any rain gear given that my bag is already so heavy that I'm miserable carrying it. Ugh! I may have to pay a service to take my bag. I don't feel like I am over-packing but wow, it feels like a ton of bricks. How rainy will the Norte be in July? (please say not at all!)my pack does come with a built in rain cover.
Thank you. I did start with REI and had 3 different people help me on 3 different occasions. (I think the staff are sick of me by now!) The first one they fit on my felt great and it is a 26 liter and I couldn't fit all my stuff inside. I will go back this weekend and take the two best contenders and see if I am not adjusting properly. I have watched a few videos about how to pack and fit the pack. And agreed, the pros just know! Thanks.Is it too heavy? Or just hurts? (poorly fitted/adjusted) Two different things really.
What overall weight does this add up to?
When you try the packs in the store are you getting professional help to fit them?
And add in the weight you expect to carry when trying them on. Stores carry weights for that purpose.
Afternote:
I see on an earlier post you talked of shoulder pain.
There should be very little weight if any on your shoulders.
All the weight is on the hips.
My shoulder straps barely touch my shoulders and I can slide my hand under them easily.
Again......get a professional 'fitter' in an outdoor store to fit and adjust a range of packs for you to try.
Thank you. I did start with REI and had 3 different people help me on 3 different occasions. (I think the staff are sick of me by now!) The first one they fit on my felt great and it is a 26 liter and I couldn't fit all my stuff inside. I will go back this weekend and take the two best contenders and see if I am not adjusting properly. I have watched a few videos about how to pack and fit the pack. And agreed, the pros just know! Thanks.
adds up to 16 lbs. which doesn't seem like a lot but OMG heavy! I'm 5'5' and 140 lbs.
Thank you. I did start with REI and had 3 different people help me on 3 different occasions. (I think the staff are sick of me by now!) The first one they fit on my felt great and it is a 26 liter and I couldn't fit all my stuff inside. I will go back this weekend and take the two best contenders and see if I am not adjusting properly. I have watched a few videos about how to pack and fit the pack. And agreed, the pros just know! Thanks.
adds up to 16 lbs. which doesn't seem like a lot but OMG heavy! I'm 5'5' and 140 lbs.
My backpack feels too heavy and I am concerned. I have tried 5 backpacks so far-- Osprey Sirrus 24, OspreyTempest 30, Deuter 28l Aspen, and 2 different models of the Gregory Jade 28sl. They all hurt!
Here's my much abbreviated list:
wear:
socks
light trail shoes
yoga pants
undies
sport bra
shirt
scarf
sunhat
sunglasses
pack:
2 pair socks
flip flops
yoga pants
sweat pants to sleep in/ wear on the trail
short sleeve shirt
long sleeve shirt
undies
sport bra
Kindle
charger
adapter for Spain
phone
phone charger
headphones
brick charger- my only incidental and I would really like to take it, even though it's heavy
buff
comb
contacts
small bottle contact solution
glasses
ear plugs
eye mask
sleep sack
2 pens
journal
key chain flash light
advil
melatonin
Vit C, multivitamin, Zinc
tampons
shampoo bar soap
Scrubba to wash clothes
sunscreen
toothpaste 1 ounce!!!!!
toothbrush
passport
credit cards-- not even in a wallet!
tissues
lip goo with SPF
arm warmers-- bought light performance ones
nail clippers
2 protein bars
small packet of nut butter~~ 2 oz.
gum
not taking but want:
camera
light sleeping bag (light = 1.5 lb)
electric toothbrush
I don't feel like this is a lengthy list, and it's too heavy for me to carry. Not sure what to do. if you see anything on my list you don't think i need, let me know. It just seems like so little stuff to me. I wouldn't normally travel this light. (I see why people walk the AT naked!!!)
I'll be starting on 3rd of September! I think I could handle it, but I want to be as comfortable as possible! My packing list is;
Sleeping bag (1kg...tossing up on this one)
Silk liner
Flip flops
Hiking shoes
1 pair Hiking pants
2 yoga leggings
2 t shirts
1 small tank top
Light weight fleece
Rainjacket
3 socks plus liner pair
2 sports bras
4 pairs of underwear
Small microfiber towel
First aid kit (few bandaids, compeed, imodium, asthma meds, strapping tape)
Toiletries (sml shampoo and conditioner, sml liquid soap, moisturiser, paw paw, sunscreen, deodorant, trek and travel laundry liq, toothbrush/paste, comb).
Technology (charger and converter, solar charger, phone, ipod - putting these inside a small waterproof sack)
Guidebook plus passports and travel documents
Let me know what you guys think! Thank you all again
It looks good to me-- Here are few tweaks that I would make:
I'd take the 1 kg sleeping bag, and toss the liner. (There are places that do not have blankets.)
I'd decrease the load by not taking:
-silk liner, 1 pair leggings, 1 t-shirt, 1 pair socks, 2 pair underwear, solar charger.
For tech: Can you put your songs on your phone?
I'd increase the load by taking my kindle and a small journal and pen.
Buen Camino!
Kate
Good point. My warmer weather (3 season) down bag is 1#, so a little less than 0.5 kg. -- I got it mixed up with my cold weather bag I use for winter--.. OP bag was 1kg, and that is heavy.A 1kg sleeping bag seems quite heavy? Mine is 387 gms. (0.85 lbs)
A buff will help keep the earplugs in too.You will be amazed of how little you need. I remember meeting someone who told me they had halved the weight of their pack after a week when they realised how few things they truly needed.
Some quick thoughts:
-Vitamins: you should be able to get these from your diet. If you have concerns, opt for a multivit rather than three different varieties.
-Scrubba: definitely not needed
-Melatonin: is this an essential for you?
-1 (or none) protein bar instead of 2: you can get things are you go along.
-tissues: these are light but might you try a hankie instead?
-tampons: have you considered a menstrual cup instead (you have to change less often and there are no solid leftovers (sorry!) to deal with)?
-contacts+fluid and glasses: can you deal with just one of these?
-kindle + charger: are these an essential for you?
-scarf or buff but probably not both.
-1 pen only.
-eye mask: might the buff do the job?
I managed carrying 5kg (I'm 52kg) in late March/early April (so taking warm, bulkyish clothes). I did not miss anything and I'm definitely (if unfortunately) not the tough type.
Good luck!
When you say "brick charger" what exactly do you mean? What make is your phone - if it's modern and not an Apple chances are the Kindle and the phone can share a charger.My backpack feels too heavy and I am concerned. I have tried 5 backpacks so far-- Osprey Sirrus 24, OspreyTempest 30, Deuter 28l Aspen, and 2 different models of the Gregory Jade 28sl. They all hurt!
Here's my much abbreviated list:
wear:
socks
light trail shoes
yoga pants
undies
sport bra
shirt
scarf
sunhat
sunglasses
pack:
2 pair socks
flip flops
yoga pants
sweat pants to sleep in/ wear on the trail
short sleeve shirt
long sleeve shirt
undies
sport bra
Kindle
charger
adapter for Spain
phone
phone charger
headphones
brick charger- my only incidental and I would really like to take it, even though it's heavy
buff
comb
contacts
small bottle contact solution
glasses
ear plugs
eye mask
sleep sack
2 pens
journal
key chain flash light
advil
melatonin
Vit C, multivitamin, Zinc
tampons
shampoo bar soap
Scrubba to wash clothes
sunscreen
toothpaste 1 ounce!!!!!
toothbrush
passport
credit cards-- not even in a wallet!
tissues
lip goo with SPF
arm warmers-- bought light performance ones
nail clippers
2 protein bars
small packet of nut butter~~ 2 oz.
gum
not taking but want:
camera
light sleeping bag (light = 1.5 lb)
electric toothbrush
I don't feel like this is a lengthy list, and it's too heavy for me to carry. Not sure what to do. if you see anything on my list you don't think i need, let me know. It just seems like so little stuff to me. I wouldn't normally travel this light. (I see why people walk the AT naked!!!)
My backpack feels too heavy and I am concerned. I have tried 5 backpacks so far-- Osprey Sirrus 24, OspreyTempest 30, Deuter 28l Aspen, and 2 different models of the Gregory Jade 28sl. They all hurt!
Here's my much abbreviated list:
wear:
socks
light trail shoes
yoga pants
undies
sport bra
shirt
scarf
sunhat
sunglasses
pack:
2 pair socks
flip flops
yoga pants
sweat pants to sleep in/ wear on the trail
short sleeve shirt
long sleeve shirt
undies
sport bra
Kindle
charger
adapter for Spain
phone
phone charger
headphones
brick charger- my only incidental and I would really like to take it, even though it's heavy
buff
comb
contacts
small bottle contact solution
glasses
ear plugs
eye mask
sleep sack
2 pens
journal
key chain flash light
advil
melatonin
Vit C, multivitamin, Zinc
tampons
shampoo bar soap
Scrubba to wash clothes
sunscreen
toothpaste 1 ounce!!!!!
toothbrush
passport
credit cards-- not even in a wallet!
tissues
lip goo with SPF
arm warmers-- bought light performance ones
nail clippers
2 protein bars
small packet of nut butter~~ 2 oz.
gum
not taking but want:
camera
light sleeping bag (light = 1.5 lb)
electric toothbrush
I don't feel like this is a lengthy list, and it's too heavy for me to carry. Not sure what to do. if you see anything on my list you don't think i need, let me know. It just seems like so little stuff to me. I wouldn't normally travel this light. (I see why people walk the AT naked!!!)
Thanks for the reminder about my phone light. The brick is a backup battery for both my phone and Kindle. I feel safer having it in case all the plugs are occupied in the hostel and I can't charge my phone.When you say "brick charger" what exactly do you mean? What make is your phone - if it's modern and not an Apple chances are the Kindle and the phone can share a charger.
There's possibly a flashlight app on your phone already?
You don't say which Camino you'll be on but if a sub-30 litre pack is causing you grief then it's either the wrong pack fitting or you need to consider luggage transfer by the Spanish Post Office or similar because you need to add they day's water and food weight to your list.
Ha. Yes. The correct fit makes all the difference.I advise you try other backpacks-- I am slight across the shoulders and I tried a number of packs before I found one (LLBean brand) that felt right. (LLBean, AT38)
Also-- adjust the various straps. The last time I walked I spend the first three days in pain by the afternoon on the right side of my back. A muscle just kept seizing up and feeling hard as a rock. This had never happened before, and I thought I must be getting old and/or not getting enough exercise. But then, as I lay on the ground trying to get my back to stop hiring (waiting for motrin to take effect), I was looking at my backpack and noticed that the strap that held the waistband close to the pack has loosened. Aha! I was hesitantly triumphant! I tightened up the strap and felt the difference immediately. I walked the rest of the way without any back pain.
I feel safer having it in case all the plugs are occupied in the hostel and I can't charge my phone.
On all my caminos I have always been able to recharge my phone...I feel safer having it in case all the plugs are occupied in the hostel and I can't charge my phone.
Progress, or is progress to be found in digressing a bit?It’s called progress and if you would like to go back a thousand years feel free, go wrong ? Really my head hurts
Possibly smaller. I think as a woman I feel safer with my brick, esp since I'll be on 3 different caminos for the first time. And you are right, it's heavy so it's a trade off.Then it is a matter of calculating what hurts more: carrying the brinck or spending a day without phone.
I totally recommend people to travel with their phones - can be used for bookings, taxis, etc. But while you are walking, you can just leave it in airplane mode and the battery will last much longer, as you wont be browsing or anything.
Like, I understand the brick is useful and I would carry one too if I could stand the weight - just seems to be a bit much for someone already concerned about weight. Would you maybe be able to find a smaller brick then?
A 387 g sleeping bag is not likely to be very warm. I'm curious what brand it is - I assume it must be down. At 450 g, mine is barely warm enough for chilly spring and fall conditions.A 1kg sleeping bag seems quite heavy? Mine is 387 gms. (0.85 lbs)
A 387 g sleeping bag is not likely to be very warm. I'm curious what brand it is - I assume it must be down. At 450 g, mine is barely warm enough for chilly spring and fall conditions.
That is light! Definitely worth going light (and non bulky) as long as you have layers when needed.It's a Sea to Summit. Down filled. Comfort 5C (41F) Lower 0C (32F)
If it's anything like last July the answer is a lot!How rainy will the Norte be in July?
(i put the quilt inside the liner and sewed the bottom edge in- works really well.)Buy some sew on snaps like these. Sew one side to the liner and the other side to the quilt. Don't buy the really small snaps, they aren't strong enough to hold it in place.
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