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@Robo, I have found L/S shirts made by Lowe Alpine, Ex Officio and Snowgum all give good results. I wore Lowe Alpine on my first Camino (CF, 2010) and this year wore Ex Officio trekking shirts. They are all nylon/polyester blend fabrics that meet your other criteria, but if you are finding nylon a problem, they may not be suitable.
I have also used a Paddy Pallin knitted shirt, similar to the Marmot Saxon. This is form fitting, and doesn't provide as much ventilation as a conventional shirt style.
For me, the Ex Officio Airstrip style provides a reasonable compromise between hiking and travelling. It has large, cargo style pockets on both sides, and a zippered pocket behind one of the cargo packets. It is in a lightweight fabric, but its features may make it a little heavier than others like the more utilitarian Snowgum design.
You might find a 'best' shirt for a single purpose isn't all that great for all the uses it will have on the Camino, and you will need to accept some compromises.
As an aside, I have picked up most of my shirts at sales, and have been lucky enough that they have all worked pretty well for me. I can understand that your recent experience may have left you wary, but only you can work out what works for you. None of us really know what it best, let aside what will be best for you. There is a point where shopping at an outdoor retailer with experienced staff works. Unfortunately, I don't think sales staff at Kathmandu have the same depth of experience as the the other retailers in Australia.
We too both wear Rohan. Currently they have a sale on - weights and drying times etc are given on all items. Terry likes the Overland shirt and also the Equator shirt and I have the Leeway shirt. Long sleeved and also sun blocking. Worth checking round their website.
Rohan's overseas delivery fees don't make buying from Australia all that reasonable compared to local retailers.We too both wear Rohan. Currently they have a sale on - weights and drying times etc are given on all items. Terry likes the Overland shirt and also the Equator shirt and I have the Leeway shirt. Long sleeved and also sun blocking. Worth checking round their website.
I will point this out to the Rohan directors here in Yorkshire and see if they can come up with a better package for you folk in Oss . It also needs to be stated that their gear is quite expensive too, before packaging. But the quality and performance as wayfarer and Valeria has explained is superb especially their bags , wicking shirts and base T Shirts.Rohan's overseas delivery fees don't make buying from Australia all that reasonable compared to local retailers.
Hola Pilgrim B - overseas purchases (outside of Europe) would not attract VAT; maybe they could reduce the amount of packaging and even reduce the freight costs for 3 or more shirts!!I will point this out to the Rohan directors here in Yorkshire and see if they can come up with a better package for you folk in Oss . It also needs to be stated that their gear is quite expensive too, before packaging. But the quality and performance as wayfarer and Valeria has explained is superb especially their bags , wicking shirts and base T Shirts.
I agree, well worth their thinking about, will mention it to them Saint Mike.Hola Pilgrim B - overseas purchases (outside of Europe) would not attract VAT; maybe they could reduce the amount of packaging and even reduce the freight costs for 3 or more shirts!!
I am a big fan of Merino.
Hello you friends overseas I have been discussing your difficulties about acquiring Rohan Walking gear with the people who run the business here in Yorkshire. I have mentioned your interest in purchasing, your problems with high carriage costs, and they will be looking into the viability of working something out for you in Ozz and also the USA if you are interested. I guess they will probably look at the forum to see how much interest their really is in there quick drying Bags (I would about 10 mins from Soaked) their breathable base/and Shirts. Cant say a lot more moderators are friends I wouldn't want to fall out with for advertising so I do hope this is Ok Ivor /wayfarer.
Ps Just got myself some merino gear there too!
I for one totally agree with Wildflower Woman. Synthetic t-shirts might breathe but they end up stinking and pilling while the Merino wool t-shirts can go for days (as in walking overtime or in the rain with no way to dry clothing) without being washed; and once they are washed they smell like brand new. They only negatives they receive on this forum is how much they cost. (admittedly 70USD for a 15 euro t-shirt is a bit dear!)Check Icebreaker and Smartwool both have lightweight merino blends that are perfect for the Camino. The technical nylon style tend to smell, they dry quickly but can stink!
Ha ha....I did the same thing on my first Camino with a long-sleeved, vented 5.11 brand shirt. Forty bucks for that thing, and had it less than six months. Hope whomever found it appreciates it.I for one totally agree with Wildflower Woman. Synthetic t-shirts might breathe but they end up stinking and pilling while the Merino wool t-shirts can go for days (as in walking overtime or in the rain with no way to dry clothing) without being washed; and once they are washed they smell like brand new. They only negatives they receive on this forum is how much they cost. (admittedly 70USD for a 15 euro t-shirt is a bit dear!)
I always take a long sleeve vented Columbia (PFG type) shirt to wear out at night and without fail leave it on the back of a chair in some restaurant about half way along the Camino. I'm sure I've made some very lucky Spaniard happy over the past few years with my forgetfulness.
OK, I have just about completed all my gear purchases and have actually switched some gear during training. The last item I need to get are shirts.
I was leaving these till the last item, as I expected to have lost a fair bit of weight by "T minus 4 months"....
Looks like I'll just buy 'tight' and slim into them over the next 4 months
I have been training in cotton polo shirts. But I had bought a 'trial shirt' from Kathmandu. Tech fabric, ultra light weight. Exactly what I needed, or so I thought.
I tried it last week here in Sydney on a hot day......... It was like wearing a plastic bag
http://www.kathmandu.com.au/mens/tops/shirts/kangsar-nfz-long-sleeve-shirt-men-honey.html
I see on reading the website the shirt is 100% nylon!
So back to the drawing board. I'll need to start trialling another brand.
I'm looking for ultra light weight, easy to dry, long sleeve. You guys know all this stuff. I prefer long sleeves for sun protection. After all, they can always be rolled up.
So what are the brands you would recommend? When walking I get quite hot and I sweat a lot so need something that will not add to 'cooking me'. i.e. help keep me cool.
I actually recently bought a pair of trekking pants, that I will 'slim into' a bit more. Really great on training so far. Very lightweight. Again, I prefer long pants for weather protection and I'm not that great looking in shorts! Plus I'll burn easily... These were from Mountain Designs, but they did not stock lightweight shirts.
Any thoughts or tips most appreciated.
Hey Ruby...
your trip sounds amazing.
Definitely consider hiring a car. Public transport outside of the main centres is pretty bad.
We only have one train that runs daily between Auckland and Wellington and its only at certain times of the year. Our tracks are a lot slower too so trips take a long time.
A good car rental site is vroomrvroom If you want to see whats available.
I am so glad you will see my Mount Taranaki. He does tend to hide behind a cloud alot but is stunning. In a former life I use to Guide people up Mt Taranaki. March is a perfect time to climb to the top. But there are stunning tramps around the Mountain as well.
So excited for you!!!!
Ps. Checked out your Facebook page. A perfect photo!!! ☺☺☺☺
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