alaskadiver
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- May 2017-Camino Primitivo
April 2019-Camino de Invierno
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I don't use bar soaps, but that soap holder from Amazon looks great. I really like that it's a one piece, too, so you won't be as apt to drop the lid. For such a reasonable cost of $2.99 I doubt you'll find anything better!I need recommendations for a soap container. I'm cutting my Dr. Bronner's soap in half (half for the husband and half for me) and I need a case for it. I found this one on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLKOJY8/ref=crt_ewc_title_gw_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AFNMSFM6FKLM1 but I'd like other recommendations. Regardless of how leak proof they say these things are, I'm still going to put it in a small ziplock bag. What's worked for you? In the past for backpacking, I've used Sea to Summit but I've decided to go with a soap bar this time.
I don't shop at Walmart. May have to stop by and look at it. I wanted something small and light-and somewhat water tight. I'm over thinking this aren't I
You can find something similar at Target, Walgreens, CVS....I don't shop at Walmart. May have to stop by and look at it. I wanted something small and light-and somewhat water tight. I'm over thinking this aren't I
I thought about those but I'm using the soap on my hair too and I thought maybe that mesh would tear my hair. Or is it easy enough to pull the soap out?I cut my soap in half and put it in one of these mesh bags inside a baggie. I loved being able to scrub my body. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0068UZBHS/?tag=casaivar02-20
Well, Last week my obsession was panties. I finally decided that what I wear now for backpacking is just fine. I don't need a special Camino set of panties@alaskadiver yes, but we all have about something sometime! And usually the wrong thing. If I obsess about what hat to take, then my towel will be my Achillies heel. It's all fun.
I've used the little mesh bag that garlic sometimes come in. But then I put it in a plastic bag and it got soft and mushy. Now I use this http://www.coghlans.com/products/soap-caddy-8402. It's a bit bulky, but I put several small hotel-size soaps in it, and they can dry. I've replaced the rope with a piece of elastic.I cut my soap in half and put it in one of these mesh bags inside a baggie. I loved being able to scrub my body. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0068UZBHS/?tag=casaivar02-20
The great thing about those little bags is that you can carry dozens of them with almost negligible weight !!! We use them too !!!I used an everyday common ziplock bag for soap - one of the smaller ones and another slightly larger for toothpaste and toothbrush. They work just fine just shake as much water off the soap before you put it into the bag.
I need recommendations for a soap container. I'm cutting my Dr. Bronner's soap in half (half for the husband and half for me) and I need a case for it. I found this one on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLKOJY8/ref=crt_ewc_title_gw_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AFNMSFM6FKLM1 but I'd like other recommendations. Regardless of how leak proof they say these things are, I'm still going to put it in a small ziplock bag. What's worked for you? In the past for backpacking, I've used Sea to Summit but I've decided to go with a soap bar this time.
I read this tip in the book "To Walk Far, Carry Less." She recommends keeping bar soap in a sandwich sized ziplock bag. In between uses, the soap dries out nicely rather than getting all mushy. I tried this approach on my Camino and it worked perfectly. The larger sized bags don't allow the soap to dry out, so stick with either the snack size or sandwich size. A plastic case is unnecessary added weight in my opinion. Plus, your soap will get all mushy, which will cause you to go through it a lot faster, especially when washing clothes.I need recommendations for a soap container. I'm cutting my Dr. Bronner's soap in half (half for the husband and half for me) and I need a case for it. I found this one on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLKOJY8/ref=crt_ewc_title_gw_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AFNMSFM6FKLM1 but I'd like other recommendations. Regardless of how leak proof they say these things are, I'm still going to put it in a small ziplock bag. What's worked for you? In the past for backpacking, I've used Sea to Summit but I've decided to go with a soap bar this time.
I use a small plastic cash bag that banks use for coins
ha ha....Shave your head and forget the soap!
Okay, so forget that advice from a bald guy and ask yourself how many days a half bar of soap in a ziplock bag or a small plastic soap container will last you? Is your objective to take the remaining soap back home with you? I doubt it.
I read this tip in the book "To Walk Far, Carry Less." She recommends keeping bar soap in a sandwich sized ziplock bag. In between uses, the soap dries out nicely rather than getting all mushy. I tried this approach on my Camino and it worked perfectly. The larger sized bags don't allow the soap to dry out, so stick with either the snack size or sandwich size. A plastic case is unnecessary added weight in my opinion. Plus, your soap will get all mushy, which will cause you to go through it a lot faster, especially when washing clothes.
Regarding cutting the bar of soap in half, I did the same and wished I hadn't. I ran out of that soap halfway through, and yes, you can buy soap along the way, but I couldn't find anything I liked nearly as well as the Dr. Bronner's. Next time I'll bite the bullet and bring an entire bar of Dr. Bronner's. For two of you, I suspect your one bar of Dr. Bronner's will run out, since you use it for washing clothes as well as showering. Some of the alburgues do have bars of soap out for washing clothes. Next time I'll make better use of their soap.
I need recommendations for a soap container. I'm cutting my Dr. Bronner's soap in half (half for the husband and half for me) and I need a case for it. I found this one on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLKOJY8/ref=crt_ewc_title_gw_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AFNMSFM6FKLM1 but I'd like other recommendations. Regardless of how leak proof they say these things are, I'm still going to put it in a small ziplock bag. What's worked for you? In the past for backpacking, I've used Sea to Summit but I've decided to go with a soap bar this time.
I use a soap that is multipurpose. Body, hair, clothes. I carry it in a mesh bag that can be used for scrubbing and then put on the line (soap still inside the bag) with my clothes to dry. It lasts longer that way. Once it is dry, it fits back into the cordura nylon bag and packs away. There are options like this out there or you can sew your own if you are handy. Check out BettyandBobos on Etsy. That is where I got mine. Every little detail matters.I need recommendations for a soap container. I'm cutting my Dr. Bronner's soap in half (half for the husband and half for me) and I need a case for it. I found this one on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLKOJY8/ref=crt_ewc_title_gw_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AFNMSFM6FKLM1 but I'd like other recommendations. Regardless of how leak proof they say these things are, I'm still going to put it in a small ziplock bag. What's worked for you? In the past for backpacking, I've used Sea to Summit but I've decided to go with a soap bar this time.
I like Dr. Bronners lavender and hemp. Super creamy but the bar doesn't disintegrate after being wet. Lathers up a lot and works great to wash clothes including wool. I used it for shampooing my hair and it was good. I have long, naturally straight, fine hair so just a little conditioning is all I need. I was going buy Lush but this is cheaper and I can buy it at REI or online quite easily.
I will probably take a trial size conditioner. I need it to keep my ends from splitting and just overall static control.Did you bring a secondary conditioner? I've been knocking around the idea of bringing a trial sized bottle of spray leave in conditioner...seems like it would be easier overall...
I always take conditioner travel sized. I have hair that tangels really easy and yet to find a bar that works for me without it becoming an uncombable mess. I think it really depends on individual hair type on whether its worth it or not.Did you bring a secondary conditioner? I've been knocking around the idea of bringing a trial sized bottle of spray leave in conditioner...seems like it would be easier overall...
I need recommendations for a soap container. I'm cutting my Dr. Bronner's soap in half (half for the husband and half for me) and I need a case for it. I found this one on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OLKOJY8/ref=crt_ewc_title_gw_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=AFNMSFM6FKLM1 but I'd like other recommendations. Regardless of how leak proof they say these things are, I'm still going to put it in a small ziplock bag. What's worked for you? In the past for backpacking, I've used Sea to Summit but I've decided to go with a soap bar this time.
Dr Bronner's soap has palm oil in it. It's devastating the rainforests and eliminating habitat for orangatans! Please try and find a different solution for the sake of our planet. Boycott all products that have palm oil in them pleaseI read this tip in the book "To Walk Far, Carry Less." She recommends keeping bar soap in a sandwich sized ziplock bag. In between uses, the soap dries out nicely rather than getting all mushy. I tried this approach on my Camino and it worked perfectly. The larger sized bags don't allow the soap to dry out, so stick with either the snack size or sandwich size. A plastic case is unnecessary added weight in my opinion. Plus, your soap will get all mushy, which will cause you to go through it a lot faster, especially when washing clothes.
Regarding cutting the bar of soap in half, I did the same and wished I hadn't. I ran out of that soap halfway through, and yes, you can buy soap along the way, but I couldn't find anything I liked nearly as well as the Dr. Bronner's. Next time I'll bite the bullet and bring an entire bar of Dr. Bronner's. For two of you, I suspect your one bar of Dr. Bronner's will run out, since you use it for washing clothes as well as showering. Some of the alburgues do have bars of soap out for washing clothes. Next time I'll make better use of their soap.
Dr Bronner's soap has palm oil in it. It's devastating the rainforests and eliminating habitat for orangatans! Please try and find a different solution for the sake of our planet. Boycott all products that have palm oil in them please
Thank you so much for clarifying that! I found it suprising as Bronner's is a well-respected brand. Much relieved!As I posted on the other thread, Dr Bronners do not use palm oil that contributes to destruction of rain forests: https://www.drbronner.com/media-cen...sustainably-fair-trade-organic-certification
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