Drawstring bag to hold backpack

[cher99840]

Recently I have seen one thread and maybe two that had some links to inexpensive bags in which to place pack for checking. Can someone point me in the right direction? My searches are not coming up with the links that I think I remember.

 

[Jo Jo]

I think people are using IKEA bags. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90149148/

Or you could just get the pack wrapped at the airport (at least major international airports).

 

[cher99840]

I think people are using IKEA bags. http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90149148/

Or you could just get the pack wrapped at the airport (at least major international airports).

Thanks. I'm thinking there was something like a big colorful laundry type bag linked in the past. I've searched forum and googled laundry bags and not coming up with what I think I saw

 

[VNwalking]

I got super cheap duffel bag with a zipper from Sears. It worked great. It was sturdy enough to survive the baggage treatment and light enough to roll up and carry.

 

[Alan Pearce]

Thanks. I'm thinking there was something like a big colorful laundry type bag linked in the past. I've searched forum and googled laundry bags and not coming up with what I think I saw

This may not be much use to, being in Australia as I am. but I use a Zip Away tote bag that I bought from a Kathmandu store in Austalia. It is a bright yellow colour so is very easy to notice on the carousel, and it has enough room in it to take the backpack plus other loose items such as boots and clothes that I might want to access as soon as I land in Spain. When loaded the bag is roughly the shape of a duffel bag, and has both a shoulder strap or a handle so that you can carry it, and when not in use folds away into a small pouch that is attached to it and closed with its own zipper.

Hope I have been of some use. You only just caught me, I leave for Spain in 8 days!

Alan

Be brave. Life is joyous!

 

[grayland]

I do not need a bag.
I carry my pack on board.
I would like it to show up when I do.

 

[frasert]

It's ha

I do not need a bag.
I carry my pack on board.
I would like it to show up when I do.

It's hard to find a pack that fits the carry on dimensions and recently I had my carry one weighed and measured.
I think they are getting tougher with carry on luggage.

 

[bystander]

A tip as to carry on bag and weight. Yes, certainly in Europe, they are pretty strict as to case dimensions but, generally, less so about the weight; BUT if you look as if you are struggling to carry it easily they will weigh it.

What to do if you fear the case is going to be "overweight"?

Well, they don't, in general, weigh passengers. So wear more clothes and shove heavy items (cameras, books, gadgets etc) in pockets.

If you can afford it, consider buying something like a SCOTTeVEST (http://www.scottevest.com/index_international.shtml).

And no, I don't own one (but would like to!) and don't work for them but they strike me as a possible solution to possible carry on problems and, additionally, could obviate the need for cargo hold luggage.

 

[Al the optimist]

I couldn't even contemplate checking my pack in. To lose it on the way there would be a disaster.After my first Camino I caught an ALSA bus. When I had to leave my pack underneath I felt real pangs of separation. (Having said that I only have a waist bag now).

 

[bystander]

Having said that I only have a waist bag now.

The way you are going, Al, next year it will be just a wash-bag!

 

[Al the optimist]

Wash? Now let's not get into cleanliness is next to .....! Though I really am struggling to get down to anything less than now.

 

[Deleted member 3000]

http://www.target.com/p/jl-childres...A-12403813?lnk=Rec|pdp|viewed_viewed|pdp404h1

It is no longer on the Target shelves, but can be purchased online.

 

[petitewalker]

http://www.target.com/p/jl-childres...A-12403813?lnk=Rec|pdp|viewed_viewed|pdp404h1

It is no longer on the Target shelves, but can be purchased online.

I was lucky enough to pick one of these up for $4.00 on clearance just because. It may come in handy someday, bu I'm with Al. My backpack went in the cabin with me although my waiste pack is way too small to walk the Camino with.

 

[Deleted member 3000]

My backpack went in the cabin

I now begin caminos with a relaxed attitude. Delayed baggage is one among myriad challenges, and one I can deal with. I check my backpack and trekking poles. Twice in a couple dozen flights my bags have been delayed. I now plan for it with a bed reservation at my destination so that I have an address for delivery of my backpack. I take very few anxieties with me!

That is just me; I have met many pilgrims with a backpack full of anxiety. They try to leave them behind with a stone on each mojone, like a stone at the Iron Cross. I hope that works for them!

 

[t2andreo]

This is what I used for the Camino Portuguese I just finished.

http://www.containerstore.com/shop?productId=10035589&N=&Ntt=reisenthel+laundry+bag

My journey included five air segments, both intercontinental (US to Europe) and within Europe. It worked perfectly and is distinctive on baggage carousels.

I just pulled the cords shut, attached a luggage tag and double knotted a bow - like tieing shoes. Plus, it folds down to about the size of a deck of playing cards, weighs less than that and is easily machine or hand washable. I just threw mine in a washing machine as the chance presented itself.

This particular bag is available in varied patterns and colors from this source. I chose the green as it matched my rucksack.

BTW, it easily held my Osprey Kestrel 48 liter pack fully loaded, I mean fully overloaded...but that is another story...

I hope this helps.

 

[Elizabeth Alvarez]

This is what I used for the Camino Portuguese I just finished.

http://www.containerstore.com/shop?productId=10035589&N=&Ntt=reisenthel+laundry+bag

My journey included five air segments, both intercontinental (US to Europe) and within Europe. It worked perfectly and is distinctive on baggage carousels.

I just pulled the cords shut, attached a luggage tag and double knotted a bow - like tieing shoes. Plus, it folds down to about the size of a deck of playing cards, weighs less than that and is easily machine or hand washable. I just threw mine in a washing machine as the chance presented itself.

This particular bag is available in varied patterns and colors from this source. I chose the green as it matched my rucksack.

BTW, it easily held my Osprey Kestrel 48 liter pack fully loaded, I mean fully overloaded...but that is another story...

I hope this helps.

Andreo
How was your camino. Did you take a lot of rain. ? I am staring my Camino Portugues in May 2 and I am a little anxious about the rain.

 

[dariosilva]

You may want to use a airporter from Osprey that you can get at rei. Here is a picture of my kids that has been used on several of their trips.

 

[ELHS220]

Recently I have seen one thread and maybe two that had some links to inexpensive bags in which to place pack for checking. Can someone point me in the right direction? My searches are not coming up with the links that I think I remember.

I just ordered a canvas drawstring bag from "www.totebagfactory.com." Total price, including shipping, was $10.89. The bag also has a shoulder strap. It should arrive tomorrow. I am hoping to take it to a sewing place to see if they can put three or four metal reinforced holes in it, through which I could put either a small lock or at least a couple of those heavy plastic electrical ties. It won't stop a determined thief in an airport or an albergue, but it would probably tend to send your average pick pocket or other opportunist on to an easier target.

 

[t2andreo]

Andreo
How was your camino. Did you take a lot of rain. ? I am staring my Camino Portugues in May 2 and I am a little anxious about the rain.

I started at Porto on 1 April and finished on 10 April at Santiago. I hit intermittent rain ONLY on the last two days before Santiago I encountered NO RAIN in Portugal. The skies were cloudless, blue, with temperatures of 27/80 degrees.

I actually had a problem with heat stroke. Here are two, very general guidelines to making sure you are well hydrated.

1. If you are not having to "water the grass" along the way, you are not drinking enough. Once your body has enough it processes excess water into urine, and what naturally occurs does. But, if you are not taking in enough your body takes water from your skin, tissue and organs.

2. If you stop perspiring / sweating and it is sunny or warm, you are not drinking enough. The next step is heat prostration, or fainting. I did - three times. I am being medically evaluated for bad things because of my age (62).

I feel SO STUPID. I failed to follow my own advice and ended up eating soil in both Portugal and Spain...yuck!

I hope this helps.

 

[gidivet]

I have probably paid for my walking poles 3x over because they have to be checked into the hold. I have contemplated mailing them to my starting point next time.
Walking without them is just not an option, and the ones sold en route are not as good.

 

[movinmaggie]

T2andReo…..only 62?? So young yet.

 

[Rambler]

Recently I have seen one thread and maybe two that had some links to inexpensive bags in which to place pack for checking. Can someone point me in the right direction? My searches are not coming up with the links that I think I remember.

Cher, you may be referring to posts about professional laundry bags that you can use to protect your pack.
Poll: Which backpacks are most popular on the Caminos?
I actually still have several brand new ones of various colors and will send you one if you PM me. They are not all bright colors, but they are very sturdy. We use them for boy scouts going to summer camp on the plane. Great way to have the gear self-contained.
Rambler

 

[cher99840]

Cher, you may be referring to posts about professional laundry bags that you can use to protect your pack.
Poll: Which backpacks are most popular on the Caminos?
I actually still have several brand new ones of various colors and will send you one if you PM me. They are not all bright colors, but they are very sturdy. We use them for boy scouts going to summer camp on the plane. Great way to have the gear self-contained.
Rambler

Thank you so much for your generous offer. I wound up buying the Osprey Airporter and it met my needs fine.

 

[L Squared]

United Airlines provided me with a plastic bag to ship my pack as checked luggage on my return flight. I carried on my pack on my way to Spain.

 

[petitewalker]

target.com has this great bag
http://www.target.com/p/jl-childres...odSlot=medium_1_5&term=travel+bag+for+carseat