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Thanks. I was considering the sea to summit but this looks like a great option not only as a daybag but especially as a airline carry onHere is a very nifty shoulder bag for Camino use. I have one, love it and just discovered it is available from Decathlon in the US.
It is NOT as lightweight or as tiny when packed as the Sea to Summit Shoulder bag or day pack, but it is VERY well designed, and about 1/4 the price. When not on Camino, the two, side outer stretch pockets are idea for sunglasses, a water bottle, or a cell phone.
I have one, and swear by it. I purchased multiples when I was last at Santiago in August and gave them away to friends. In Europe the price is € 7.99.
https://www.decathlon.com/products/hiking-ultra-compact-satchel?adept_source=search-results#
The US price is $ 8.99. That is about right given the prevailing conversion rate. NOTE: it is available in three colors. My personal preference is the grey.
If in Spain, here is the link to the Spanish site:
https://www.decathlon.es/morral-ultra-compacto-gris--id_8356618.html
If you search any other European Decathlon website using the UPC code "8356618" you should find the bag. That is how I found it on the US site.
On Camino, this can be worn in the front, cross-shoulder to distribute weight better, and presents a very good way to keep 2 x .5 liter water bottles immediately at hand. It also gives you plenty of space for your poncho, guidebook, sunblock, snacks, etc., without having to remove your rucksack everytime you want something.
When you come into a town, it works well as a 'possibles' bag for shopping, touring, etc. It also holds enough to be useful as an enroute, carry-on bag in lieu of something else. I think the advertised capacity is 15 liters...
Hope this helps.
I have two of those bags - the pink one and the gray one. It's great for when I go on long walks around town, and for when I'm a tourist. I also have the 1.99 euro/$2.49 small Decathlon backpack, and have bought them for friends and family. And, I picked up the waterproof 20 liter backpack on my last Decathlon visit, which would be great for taking belongings into the shower area in albergues.Here is a very nifty shoulder bag for Camino use. I have one, love it and just discovered it is available from Decathlon in the US.
It is NOT as lightweight or as tiny when packed as the Sea to Summit Shoulder bag or day pack, but it is VERY well designed, and about 1/4 the price. When not on Camino, the two, side outer stretch pockets are idea for sunglasses, a water bottle, or a cell phone.
I have one, and swear by it. I purchased multiples when I was last at Santiago in August and gave them away to friends. In Europe the price is € 7.99.
https://www.decathlon.com/products/hiking-ultra-compact-satchel?adept_source=search-results#
The US price is $ 8.99. That is about right given the prevailing conversion rate. NOTE: it is available in three colors. My personal preference is the grey.
If in Spain, here is the link to the Spanish site:
https://www.decathlon.es/morral-ultra-compacto-gris--id_8356618.html
If you search any other European Decathlon website using the UPC code "8356618" you should find the bag. That is how I found it on the US site.
On Camino, this can be worn in the front, cross-shoulder to distribute weight better, and presents a very good way to keep 2 x .5 liter water bottles immediately at hand. It also gives you plenty of space for your poncho, guidebook, sunblock, snacks, etc., without having to remove your rucksack everytime you want something.
When you come into a town, it works well as a 'possibles' bag for shopping, touring, etc. It also holds enough to be useful as an enroute, carry-on bag in lieu of something else. I think the advertised capacity is 15 liters...
Hope this helps.
I have found some Decathlon items on Amazon, but the prices are generally higher. If you have time in Spain before starting the Camino you can pick up the items that you want then.Oh my, almost every single choice I made on US site is sold out. My guess is they have yet to import it here to begin with? Looks like great stuff at great prices though and I have some time before I leave so I will check back.
OK, does anyone know of a backdoor or other portal for the US site where 85% of the items are NOT sold out?
Decathlon do not ship to Australia but they are now here. You can buy online from here!Here is a very nifty shoulder bag for Camino use. I have one, love it and just discovered it is available from Decathlon in the US.
It is NOT as lightweight or as tiny when packed as the Sea to Summit Shoulder bag or day pack, but it is VERY well designed, and about 1/4 the price. When not on Camino, the two, side outer stretch pockets are idea for sunglasses, a water bottle, or a cell phone.
I have one, and swear by it. I purchased multiples when I was last at Santiago in August and gave them away to friends. In Europe the price is € 7.99.
https://www.decathlon.com/products/hiking-ultra-compact-satchel?adept_source=search-results#
The US price is $ 8.99. That is about right given the prevailing conversion rate. NOTE: it is available in three colors. My personal preference is the grey.
If in Spain, here is the link to the Spanish site:
https://www.decathlon.es/morral-ultra-compacto-gris--id_8356618.html
If you search any other European Decathlon website using the UPC code "8356618" you should find the bag. That is how I found it on the US site.
On Camino, this can be worn in the front, cross-shoulder to distribute weight better, and presents a very good way to keep 2 x .5 liter water bottles immediately at hand. It also gives you plenty of space for your poncho, guidebook, sunblock, snacks, etc., without having to remove your rucksack everytime you want something.
When you come into a town, it works well as a 'possibles' bag for shopping, touring, etc. It also holds enough to be useful as an enroute, carry-on bag in lieu of something else. I think the advertised capacity is 15 liters...
Hope this helps.
Maybe they should try the West coastDecathlon shutdown all of its US stores in 2006 which were all located in New England area. This year, they are starting a second attempt at US market.
-Paul
Yes I have done that. When trying to add to cart they gave option to be notified when available.I recommend asking them to tell you by e-mail when they have stock again.
Apparently they have with a San Francisco store.Maybe they should try the West coast
ThanksThe first, and currently only, US store is at 735 Market Street in San Francisco. They are starting from the West Coast due to supply chain issues. It makes sense.
Spanish pilgrims wear Decathlon stuff head to toe, backpacks, poles, shoes everything. Just saying.
But many pilgrims are not serious hikers. They probably do just one or two caminos in their lives and are not found on forums like these. Many of course only do the last 100km.
Either way, you get what you pay for and good quality that lasts comes at a price.
It is ridiculous how cheap some of the goods are in their stores. I shudder to think how much the workers in their Indonesian or Cambodian sweat-shops are making.
I'd even go as far to say buying cheap crap like this is unethical.
decathlon is a very very very dangerous shop if you are a womanequally as dangerous as IKEA ... I'll just buy a t-shirt ... final price $499 ...
ha ha not just for hiking eitherSpanish pilgrims wear Decathlon stuff head to toe, backpacks, poles, shoes everything. Just saying.
Exactly what I though when reading @long trails posts and you even provide some evidence.I follow you but do know that the so called more expensive brands do sometimes even worse on the ethical scale.
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I'm not just the last 100km hiker as you can see from my signature and I found Decathlon equipment of fairly good quality and longevity for the price I paid.But many pilgrims are not serious hikers. They probably do just one or two caminos in their lives and are not found on forums like these. Many of course only do the last 100km.
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No Quecha walking boots not for long stay I have to replace mine every 18 months here in Tenerife the soles wear down very quickly.Exactly what I though when reading @long trails posts and you even provide some evidence.
I'm not just the last 100km hiker as you can see from my signature and I found Decathlon equipment of fairly good quality and longevity for the price I paid.
But I did hear that Quechua boots/shoes and backpacks aren't really good although I didn't try them. My experience is about clothes.
I saw tons of pilgrims with Quechua backpacks and other gear from Decathlon that was not falling apart. I had to buy a new towel after leaving mine at an albergue, and the quality of the one that I bought at Decathlon was just good as the much more expensive towel that I bought at REI.I had to buy a backpack once and it lasted about two weeks of trail. It was a seriously bad product.
If you are in the slightest bit ethical about where you shop then you'd avoid Decathlon.
I had to buy a backpack once and it lasted about two weeks of trail. It was a seriously bad product.
If you are in the slightest bit ethical about where you shop then you'd avoid Decathlon.
Evidence is for everyone to see. Go into one of their stores and see how cheap their gear is. How can they possibly profit from a $3 t-shirt without employing manufacturers who don't pay their staff fairly?
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