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Dear fellow Aussie
I think it is very unlikely that you will see snow on the way in April/May, as it will be going towards summer in Europe. There is a lot of snow now, but by April it should be gone. I walked the camino on the same time of the year in 2016 and actually had to deal with my husband having a heat stroke in the middle of the way! == Average temperatures we got was around 22 C almost everyday. It was colder in the morning, but around 13C.
Maybe you may have too many long sleeved items... you have a merino hoodie, a long sleeve T-shirt, a long sleeved shirt, a fleece and a gortex jacket. Maybe leave the layering shirt and the hoodie behind? And also the gloves with liners. It wont be that cold, only take them if you indeed feel freezing at 10-15 degrees.
Of course each person has an ideal temperature and it will depend on where you start, but for us we only took 3 short sleeved tshirts and a jacket as tops. It was more than enough.
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
leave these and take a very light weight long sleeve t-shirt. a fishing shirt will protect from the sun & add a layer for warmth.
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
add one pair of leggings for cold weather to wear under hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
leave this one. 3 shirts + hoodie + jacket + rain coat = you will be warm.
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants (or use these for warmth and don't take leggings)
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
I took one of these ponchos, ok for light rain coming straight down, got soaking wet and frozen with this on in a bad rain/wind storm.
Water proof socks will keep your feet warm and dry. (wear over the socks you bring)
What will you sleep in?
How many socks? What kind work for you?
How much do the clothes weigh? How much weight do you want to carry?
Just a few more things to think about:
- Are you used to walking with sock liners?
- how long is your poncho? does it cover the legs? couldn't it work as a jacket?
- I know silk liners are super light, but you may not need both the sleeping bag and the liner. If you are walking a long camino and staying mostly in albergues, maybe take only the bag. If you are doing a shorter route, or stopping in little hotels/inns, the liner should be enough.
As a matter of comparison, this was my packing list for clothes, in April/May 2016:
- 3 short sleeved Tshirts
- 1 convertible pants
- leggings
- shorts
- 3 pairs of socks
- 3 underwear
- 1 sports bra
- 1 hat
- 1 lightweight puffy jacket
- 1 hairband (for ponytail)
- 1 plastic poncho (the cheap/light transparent one you wear in rainy soccer games)
- 1 pair of flipflops
added on second camino:
- 1 buff
One of the shirts and the shorts were mostly used as pajamas. The leggings could be layered with the pants for extra warmth, or used by themselves (or with shorts) when my pants did not dry in time. I would layer t-shirts if it got too cold (which happened rarely) and had to roll my towel around my neck a few times as I did not have a buff the first time.
My poncho was fragile, but I was quite careful using it. If it ripped, my plan was just buy a new one in the next city - there are stores everywhere in Spain. The risk was worth, considering the weight.
It may seem a short list, but I'm small and carrying more than 6kg was a no-no for me. So I kept my pack at 5.5kg and everything went fine.
Again, that was what worked for me - 35yo, 1,58m, 55kg, healthy but not fit person. Everyone is different
I have done numerous long walks (around 27-30km) hikes and Kokoda.
Thanks. That was taken in South Africa in 2015 at Springbok. I loved Kokoda. Trained hard beforehand and really enjoyed it. Still difficult but if you train and prepare it's not so bad. I highly recommend doing it.Kokoda is still in my list! And I have to say I love you profile photo, your outfit looks exactly like one of my camino ones!
Hi Africa...I'm envious you've walked the Kokoda!Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
I use spare socks as glovesIn April I find a pair of gloves essential.
Just shows how unpredictable weather can be. Mid April 2015 I was walking in snow on the Spanish side of the Pyrenees. A few days later, I was melted climbing Alto de Perdon. Then leaving Carrion first week of May, it was freezing cold and I had to pull out the gloves etc used for the Pyrenees. By that time I had thought the warm weather was here to stay so had sent my jacket home. May 15th at O Cebreiro, the temperature went from warm and pleasant to freezing in a matter of minutes. It is hard to forecast on the basis of previous yearsDear fellow Aussie
I think it is very unlikely that you will see snow on the way in April/May, as it will be going towards summer in Europe. There is a lot of snow now, but by April it should be gone. I walked the camino on the same time of the year in 2016 and actually had to deal with my husband having a heat stroke in the middle of the way! == Average temperatures we got was around 22 C almost everyday. It was colder in the morning, but around 13C.
Maybe you may have too many long sleeved items... you have a merino hoodie, a long sleeve T-shirt, a long sleeved shirt, a fleece and a gortex jacket. Maybe leave the layering shirt and the hoodie behind? And also the gloves with liners. It wont be that cold, only take them if you indeed feel freezing at 10-15 degrees.
Of course each person has an ideal temperature and it will depend on where you start, but for us we only took 3 short sleeved tshirts and a jacket as tops. It was more than enough.
I use spare socks as gloves
OMG I do the same! LOLI use spare socks as gloves
I agree with that...Focus on the layering. I carry a similar number of layers, but they are mostly extremely light/thin except for 1 merino zip jacket and the down vest. I hate to be cold, and have the following layers for walking, removing them as necessary, from the outer layer at the top of the list. On a cold morning I could wear them all.
On a pleasantly cool morning, I typically set out wearing #3, 4, 5, 6. After I get walking, maybe 30-60 minutes, I'll remove the buff and gloves without stopping. After another hour I stop for a break and remove #5 if the day is warm. Or I might add #1 if it is chilly.
- Rain jacket - As well as for rain, serves as wind break or for insulation on cold days
- Medium weight merino zip jacket - Rarely needed for walking; generally worn in evenings
- Buff and gloves
- Long-sleeve sun shirt - Usually my outer layer while walking
- Light long-sleeved base layer - Often removed once the day warms up
- Very light merino sleeveless shirt - As an undershirt
For pants, I wear regular walking pants and if it is cold, I pull my rain pants over them.
In my backpack I have for the evenings:
I have a total of three pairs of socks, 3 underpants, and 2 bras, including what I'm wearing.
- another t-shirt - for lounging/sleeping on warm evenings
- another very light long-sleeved base layer (90 g)- for lounging/sleeping on colder evenings
- medium weight merino pants, sweat pants style - for lounging/sleeping
- puffy sleeveless down vest - Love it in the evenings, and use it in my sleeping bag often.
I agree with the gloves but maybe 2 pairs are not necessary. I take 2 liner pairs, which I can wear together.
You don't need both a sleeping bag and liner. In all likelihood just the liner would be sufficient.I am bringing a very light weight sleeping bag and silk liner. I have three pairs of wool socks plus liners and plan on carrying no more than 7kg, which means I'm need to cut things out. The above list does not include toiletries, fist aid etc. I was more concerned about the clothing at this stage. Anything else will all depend on total weight.
Me too. Maybe it's an Edinburgh thing, huh?
The one thing I have learned about the Camino Frances is that the weather is changeable. We walked in May and June in 2014 and had cold, wet and misty over the Pyrenees, some hot days on the Meseta, more cold including snow flurries at the end of May at the Cruz de ferro and pouring rain in Santiago. We walked again in April and May 2016, and when we crossed the Pyrenees on 7th April had full on snow (see the start of our video blogFirstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
The one thing I have learned about the Camino Frances is that the weather is changeable. We walked in May and June in 2014 and had cold, wet and misty over the Pyrenees, some hot days on the Meseta, more cold including snow flurries at the end of May at the Cruz de ferro and pouring rain in Santiago. We walked again in April and May 2016, and when we crossed the Pyrenees on 7th April had full on snow (see the start of our video blog), and generally cold and wet conditions for the next 5 weeks. Many mornings were 1 or 2 degrees. Best is to prepare for rain, layer up if its cold and enjoy the sun if you get it.
Like you, we walked via Valcarlos. Yes, they hadn't opened up the high route at that time. For us, the last 5 km or so was really tough as the hard part of the Valcarlos route came at the end of a long day. We must have been thereabouts in 2016 as we stayed an extra day in Pamplona.My wife and I started from St.Jean on April 8th 2016, and since the Napoleon route was closed, we walked via Val Carlos and still ran into heavy snow the last couple of hours into Roncesvalles.
So did you ignore the official closing and go via the Napoleon route anyway? My recollection is that it had not been open yet since the usual seasonal closing that goes to April 1st each year because of unusually high spring snow.
We walked through there the day before in 2016 and missed the snowI live in a cold climate, snow from November to mid-April each year. They key to staying warm is a warm head, hands and feet. A knitted ski cap is essential for early April as you lose a lot of heat from your head, at least for the first few hours each day and in the higher altitude parts of the Camino.. Ski gloves are nice to have for at least the first few hours each day as well until it warms up.
As far as your body dress in layers and adjust during the day staying warm, but being careful not to sweat through your layers which is very easy to do with the physical exertion of walking. At altitude, getting sweaty can lead to hypothermia which is not good.
We walked in snow the last few hours getting into Roncesvales via the Val Carlos route on April 8th-2016, not that cold, probably 2 to 3C. The snow was mostly gone by mid-day the next day of walking. No back pack in this picture because we had already secured a place for the night.
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Ha! I was there the day before you and it was a beautiful, warm, sunny day! I heard from some friends there was snow the next day, but hadn't seen a photo of it!Weather in April/May is unpredictable. Layers are your best option. I walked in heavy snow May 12th the day to Cruz de Fero. My friends who crossed the next day had sunshine. I'm not going to lie, my feet were wet and frozen and I didn't have gloves so I worried about frostbite. However, it ended up being one of my most memorable days and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Some pilgrims had to taxi and that was ok. Don't worry, just pack the best you can and go with an open heart to whatever the weather might be. It will be part of your experience.View attachment 39019
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
I walked March 27-May 12, 2016. I carried too much and jettisoned alot at Leon. What worked for me: I used poles. Because of the poles I needed gloves. I used lightweight fishing gloves with finger tips free. They were more than adequate, worn start to finish. I carried 5 pairs of socks, 3 PHD Smartwool, and 2 pairs ankle-high mid-weight socks for rainy days where wet feet were inevitable . Merrill Moab Ventilators non- waterproof, and croc sandals The Ventilators dried fast and I only got a little blister once (when I changed to a different pair that I had sent ahead.) Long sleeve light weight merino and pants. Wore until about the last week. Short sleeve merino shirt. Outdoor Research convertible pants. 1 pair leggings and one short sleeve cotton t-shirt for evenings/sleeping, 2 pairs cotton briefs, 1 pair patagonia undies (to walk in, washed ever day in the shower, dried overnight.) 1 jog bra, 1 sleep bra for evenings. I had a lightweight long sleeve fleece and a ultra light cheep (Costco) down jacket (they were a Godsend because after I stopped and showered I would be freezing cold before I had dinner (probably due to not eating enough during the day). Gortex jacket, rain pants (wore them almost every day through April), Altus poncho used more as a cape (got sick of having wet pack straps rubbing on goretex jacket), featherweight windbreaker, parachute nylon sleep sack (treated with natural bed bug repellant before leaving home), Deuter Dreamlite 500 sleeping bag (600 g), a buff, Floppy sun hat. I carried Brierly's guide and ripped out the pages as I went along. I was 59 at the time, overweight, and have asthma and sleep apnea. I carried 1/2 of an old Phyllips Respironics CPAP. I carried 1 liter full water bottle, plus small bottle. I also bought a stainless steel cup that I clipped to the front of my pack. I drank my fill at each fuente and never touched the 1 liter bottle. If I did Frances again I would only carry a small bottle on days where there was >10k between fuentes. It was a lot but I used it all. In April/May this year I will walk the Del Norte route. Considering not taking the goretex jacket, the poles and gloves, the lightweight fleece, adding another long sleeve lightweight merino shirt, and going with ball cap hat instead of floppy hat. May instead go with breathable rain hat. May wear Brooks Cascadia 11 trail runners instead of the lightweight hikers. Considering adding Keen sandals, and bringing $1 flip flops for shower. I plan to leave the pants at home and wear a midlength macabi skirt. I'm looking at the new mini CPAP, but haven't weighed the whole setup against what I used last time- it is wicked expensive.) I hope I didn't rattle on too long and that someone will find this helpful.Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
There will be no snowThank you. Your advice does help. I heat up quickly when walking so, you're right I won't need too many long sleeve tops.
You say there will be no snow, yet if you look at the posts many people experienced all sorts of extremes both hot and cold. Probably best to say that the weather along the Camino can be unpredictable in April and May.There will be no snow
You will be walking for a month so the end will be in mid May , great month to finish and there will be rain in Galicia , 10000 per cent but by then mate you will just have a smirk on your face.
Just get a dress shirt or two from Kathmandu for after the shower and a few t/ shirts to walk in under your fleece . This will be on the outside of the bag after a few hours when you warm up.
And do what's hard for you mob up there , leave you hair dryer at home
Have a great Camino and take your time , only when you return will you appreciate where you have been. Logrono equals Macleay St , great food .
AgreeThis is a great thread.
Yes, you will be hot / cold/ wet / ...... You will figure out how to use what little is in your pack to make life work. You will leave behind, along the way, what doesn't work. There are stores in Spain. Take something that makes you happy and makes you smile.
You say there will be no snow, yet if you look at the posts many people experienced all sorts of extremes both hot and cold. Probably best to say that the weather along the Camino can be unpredictable in April and May.
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
In April I find a pair of gloves essential.
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
I'm wondering why you're not taking the poles for the Norte. It's pretty hilly. Can you explain what the problem was exactly with the backpack straps in the rain? Do the straps soak up the water, or slip or what exactly? Thanks.I walked March 27-May 12, 2016. I carried too much and jettisoned alot at Leon. What worked for me: I used poles. Because of the poles I needed gloves. I used lightweight fishing gloves with finger tips free. They were more than adequate, worn start to finish. I carried 5 pairs of socks, 3 PHD Smartwool, and 2 pairs ankle-high mid-weight socks for rainy days where wet feet were inevitable . Merrill Moab Ventilators non- waterproof, and croc sandals The Ventilators dried fast and I only got a little blister once (when I changed to a different pair that I had sent ahead.) Long sleeve light weight merino and pants. Wore until about the last week. Short sleeve merino shirt. Outdoor Research convertible pants. 1 pair leggings and one short sleeve cotton t-shirt for evenings/sleeping, 2 pairs cotton briefs, 1 pair patagonia undies (to walk in, washed ever day in the shower, dried overnight.) 1 jog bra, 1 sleep bra for evenings. I had a lightweight long sleeve fleece and a ultra light cheep (Costco) down jacket (they were a Godsend because after I stopped and showered I would be freezing cold before I had dinner (probably due to not eating enough during the day). Gortex jacket, rain pants (wore them almost every day through April), Altus poncho used more as a cape (got sick of having wet pack straps rubbing on goretex jacket), featherweight windbreaker, parachute nylon sleep sack (treated with natural bed bug repellant before leaving home), Deuter Dreamlite 500 sleeping bag (600 g), a buff, Floppy sun hat. I carried Brierly's guide and ripped out the pages as I went along. I was 59 at the time, overweight, and have asthma and sleep apnea. I carried 1/2 of an old Phyllips Respironics CPAP. I carried 1 liter full water bottle, plus small bottle. I also bought a stainless steel cup that I clipped to the front of my pack. I drank my fill at each fuente and never touched the 1 liter bottle. If I did Frances again I would only carry a small bottle on days where there was >10k between fuentes. It was a lot but I used it all. In April/May this year I will walk the Del Norte route. Considering not taking the goretex jacket, the poles and gloves, the lightweight fleece, adding another long sleeve lightweight merino shirt, and going with ball cap hat instead of floppy hat. May instead go with breathable rain hat. May wear Brooks Cascadia 11 trail runners instead of the lightweight hikers. Considering adding Keen sandals, and bringing $1 flip flops for shower. I plan to leave the pants at home and wear a midlength macabi skirt. I'm looking at the new mini CPAP, but haven't weighed the whole setup against what I used last time- it is wicked expensive.) I hope I didn't rattle on too long and that someone will find this helpful.
Hi MackI'm possibly leaving Sydney around the same time as you. What airline/route are you going by? I'm thinking Syd to Paris, trains to SJPdP and return to Syd via Madrid, using Cathay.
I promise I will be honest and provide a weather report while I'm thereThere will be no snow guys and i will rely on Africa's honesty to win a **bottle of Red
Yes there will be all types of weather and there will never be a wetter May than in 08 when we got drenched for the first week [ Mountain pass closed , ferries from UK to Spain cancelled , planes mistaking the wrong runway .. 300 dead, albergues in P La Reina under water etc] but;
There was always the Gant section in Madrid / Oviedo to replace all the old stuff we leave behind at 70% discount to back home.
**Will it be a Jacobs Creek Mike or Brokenwood ?
Keep well
Hey Thornley, I can't see anywhere in my packing list where I mentioned a hairdryerThere will be no snow
You will be walking for a month so the end will be in mid May , great month to finish and there will be rain in Galicia , 10000 per cent but by then mate you will just have a smirk on your face.
Just get a dress shirt or two from Kathmandu for after the shower and a few t / shirts to walk in under your fleece . This will be on the outside of the bag after a few hours when you warm up.
We take oldish t/shirts because Africa they never come home.
And do what's hard for you mob up there , leave you hair dryer at home
Have a great Camino and take your time , only when you return will you appreciate where you have been. Logrono equals Macleay St , great food and atmosphere thus kid spend a fraction more that night , a room for one or two and enjoy that city.
Hey Thornley, I can't see anywhere in my packing list where I mentioned a hairdryer
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
Firstly, I want to thank Ivar for this amazing forum. The information on here has been invaluable to assist me in preparing for the walk commencing April 6 this year.
Reading many posts regarding packing lists, weights etc, I am still confused as to what clothing I need to pack. From previous post, images on the forum and YouTube videos, I noted there is a high possibility of snow along the way. Yet the packing lists for Spring don't really allow for this.
I would really appreciate some advise on clothing required for starting the walk on April 6.
My clothing at this stage (not including socks and underwear) is:
2 short sleeve Icebreaker Cool-Lite Sphere SS t-shirts
1 long sleeve driMOTION Women's Long Sleeve Active T-Shirt
1 long sleeve light weight marino hoodie
I light weight fleece
1 buff
1 wide brim hat
2 pair convertible light weight hiking pants
1 pair wool gloves (and liner gloves)
1 long sleeve shirt (for layering)
1 gortex jacket
1 pair light weight rain pants
1 light weight sea to summit poncho
thanks for this thread! I have no advice but may see you my husband and me as we are planning on leaving SJPP on Apr 7th. We are doing the same juggling of warm, cool, waterproof and layering.
I have been walking/hiking since Sept. Without poles and am getting along ok. Fly fishing and using poles cross country skiing for me often times leads to tendonitis (tennis elbow). I don't need the poles on flat pavement, but they are definately a plus on steep rugged terrain. I HATE the sound if poles clicking on the pavement (especially other peoples, but my own as well). I will bring the fishing gloves. Still haven't decided. On the pack straps, they got soaked, as well as the hip belt and pouches on the belt. I had a brand new goretex jacket am concerned with the wear from rubbing, wet or dry.I'm wondering why you're not taking the poles for the Norte. It's pretty hilly. Can you explain what the problem was exactly with the backpack straps in the rain? Do the straps soak up the water, or slip or what exactly? Thanks.
My husband’s response, “beer’s too heavy!”This is a great thread.
Yes, you will be hot / cold/ wet / ...... You will figure out how to use what little is in your pack to make life work. You will leave behind, along the way, what doesn't work. There are stores in Spain. Take something that makes you happy and makes you smile.
I HATE the sound if poles clicking
I promise I will be honest and provide a weather report while I'm there
In 2013 April 17-May 17 Camino Frances we had snow going over the mountains from SJPDP. We had snow again just before Burgos.Thank you. Your advice does help. I heat up quickly when walking so, you're right I won't need too many long sleeve tops.
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