Walking Mad
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- SJDP to Burgos Sept 2018
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And a ziploc bag to put it in when it's dirty.One important item you may need that I don't think anyone has mentioned is some tissue paper.
And plastic sandwich bags to carry it out. For #1, just drip dry.One important item you may need that I don't think anyone has mentioned is some tissue paper.
One important item you may need that I don't think anyone has mentioned is some tissue paper.
Drip dry feels awful on my undies. I opt for wearing a small minipad each day. You don't feel the wetness at all.And plastic sandwich bags to carry it out. For #1, just drip dry.
Instead of TP, I just carry those packets of kleenex (whatever brand). Works for more than just nose and TP. And an empty plastic bag for carrying trash to the next receptacle.
My daypack is a Sea to Summit bag that I also use here at home. Weighs about 3 oz and folds into its own wee bag that's easy to tuck into a pocket until needed.
Oh yes, now I am envisioning what you are saying! Too funny!!!"folds into its own wee bag" raised a small chuckle here this morning.
Thanks so much Richard for your detailed and helpful reply! Can't wait now!!Walking Mad,
We also used a luggage service. Which was good and bad, good because everything was just taken care of, bad because it allowed us to pack too much stuff.
As for what to put in your daypack. I started with the 10 essential systems
Some will say I took too much but, it worked well for us.
- Navigation. I had the guidebook and a watch compass, (the WAY at least from Sarria is VERY WELL MARKED), so long as I was generally headed west I kept going.
- Sun protection. Sunglasses, sunscreen for lips and skin, hat, clothing for sun protection.
- Insulation. Depending on your season. I always had a packable waterproof raincoat and fleece with me. For us, it was cold once the sun went down. Hat, gloves, jacket, extra clothing for coldest possible weather during the current season.
- Illumination. I took a headlamp, never needed it, but would always take one because that's just the scout in me. Headlamp, flashlight, batteries. LED bulb is preferred to extend battery life.
- First-aid supplies + Blister care, I carried what my wife and I affectionately referred to as the pharmacy. It included a BSA spec-ed individual first aid kit, but a supply of anti-inflammatories (Advil * Aleve, Spanish KT Tape equivalent, anti-diarrhea (some of it was overkill) suffice to say be prepared.
- Fire. Yeah, I have a flint and steel, I didn't need it, but so what. Butane lighter matches in waterproof container.
- Repair kit and tools. For this category, I include a knife (leave yours at home and get one on the trail they are pretty cool, locking and functional, duck tape, sewing needle with a large eye, and floss. (floss is stronger than thread). Knives, multi-tool, scissors, pliers, screwdriver, trowel/shovel, duct tape, cable ties.
- Nutrition. Please take some extra food, just in case the cafe you are shooting for is closed. Add extra food for one additional day (for emergency). Dry food is preferred to save weight and usually needs water.
- Hydration. For the section I took (Sarria to Santiago) I took entirely too much water. I filled a 3L bladder every morning, and never drank more than 2L. At best I should have had a 2L bladder and filled it along the way. There were more than enough opportunities. That's for Sarria to Santiago, I've heard there are other stretches where 3L is probably appropriate (a veteran for the sections you are covering could better answer). Add extra 2 liters of water for one additional day (for emergency).
- Emergency Shelter. I had a poncho that would have doubled as a shelter. I never needed it, but would take it again. Tarp, bivouac sack, space blanket, plastic tube tent, jumbo trash bags, insulated sleeping pad.
- MONEY!!!
Richard
Buen Camino
Thanks so much for your input, it means so much having this forum and experts on hand when I have questions!20L should be enough. My normal walking pack was 25L and my day pack was 10L!
Things that are probably important to keep with you:
- documents / money
- phone for photos and emergencies (if using one)
- water
- snacks
- a pair of socks
- rain cover (if believed necessary)
- sunblocker
- medication/first aid
I probably missed something, but those are the ones I'd not be away from. Basically, kinda what you would carry in a lady's bag for a quick walk out
How about a little baggie to carry your tissue paper out? There is far too much TP on the Camino!One important item you may need that I don't think anyone has mentioned is some tissue paper.
So if you have all those things in your day pack, only thing left to ship is your sleeps sack? I had a 16 Litre osprey. It was adequate. It held almost everything you had in your day pack: plus cell phone charger and my sleep sack. I didn't need anything else. And somethings suggested in daypack like power bar and repair tools aren't required. Needle that can take your already packed dental floss for repairs is handy. Albergues will supply if required, however.I found the most important things to take are not only the things you need during the days walk, but also whilst waiting for your pack at the other end, and anything you couldn't replace easily if your pack was lost during transportation.
Lost or stolen pack - yes it happens. Last year we were lucky to have our packs returned. Someone reached into the van, tore off the envelopes containing the money, but also the address. And we had to wait for hours before after much phoning they were identified and we got them back. So if you have anything you cant replace easily, for me that was my charger adapter to a NZ purchased phone, and medications that are quite specific and necessary.
Also if your pack is late being delivered, you can be held up from showering and doing your laundry. I learned to take my change of clothes and a towel with me.
My phone, passport money etc all fit in my shorts pockets.
I fit everything into a small day pack.
So if you have all those things in your day pack, only thing left to ship is your sleeps sack? I had a 16 Litre osprey. It was adequate. It held almost everything you had in your day pack: plus cell phone charger and my sleep sack. I didn't need anything else. And somethings suggested in daypack like power bar and repair tools aren't required. Needle that can take your already packed dental floss for repairs is handy. Albergues will supply if required, however.
I carried some walking sandals hooked to my day bag in addition to those other items because a change of shoes gave my feet a break.Hi all, been trying to find a thread or topic about what to pack in day pack when your luggage is being transported every Day? I am walking from st. Jean to Burgos over two weeks. I would like to hear suggestions of essentials but want to carry as little as possible! Bought a ladies 20ltr osprey day pack and hoping all my daily bits will fit nicely including poles! Is this big enough or should I bring my 32ltr deuter instead as day pack? Want to enjoy the walk workout having to lug a heavy back pack, it's the reason I am sending luggage ahead each day. What you think? Heading this 8th sept
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