scribblingdavey
New Member
Hello Folks,
I'm flying into Pau on 25th April and turning my feet to the West for a Camino adventure. Can't wait. Having looked through the entries here, I've got a few questions that I haven't been able to rummage out answers for. If anyone can help with any of them (not necessary all of them), then it would be much appreciated...
Footwear: Seems to be fairly subjective. I'm edging towards getting a good pair of trainer-style solid soled shoes, as opposed to boots with ankle support. I was thinking of combining them with some SealSkinz socks. Anyone had any experience with these? Are they better than a pair of good old-fashioned hiking socks? They feel a bit wierd
Backpack: I'm thinking 45 litres and try to carry as little as possible. Too small?
Sleeping bag: I've got a tiny weeny little one that barely weighs anything. It's too old for me to track down its specification (Blacks Dupont Microloft 1000), but it probably won't cope with much cold. How good does the bag need to be? 2 season or 3? Haven't found anything relating to this.
And... what are prices like if I decide to pick up equipment in Pau or St Jean-Pied-de-Port? I presume there's good, reliable shops there with the Camino passing through, but is equipment much cheaper than in England?
That's quite a few questions. If anyone can chip in anything in response to any of them, I'd be grateful.
Cheers muchly,
Davey G
I'm flying into Pau on 25th April and turning my feet to the West for a Camino adventure. Can't wait. Having looked through the entries here, I've got a few questions that I haven't been able to rummage out answers for. If anyone can help with any of them (not necessary all of them), then it would be much appreciated...
Footwear: Seems to be fairly subjective. I'm edging towards getting a good pair of trainer-style solid soled shoes, as opposed to boots with ankle support. I was thinking of combining them with some SealSkinz socks. Anyone had any experience with these? Are they better than a pair of good old-fashioned hiking socks? They feel a bit wierd
Backpack: I'm thinking 45 litres and try to carry as little as possible. Too small?
Sleeping bag: I've got a tiny weeny little one that barely weighs anything. It's too old for me to track down its specification (Blacks Dupont Microloft 1000), but it probably won't cope with much cold. How good does the bag need to be? 2 season or 3? Haven't found anything relating to this.
And... what are prices like if I decide to pick up equipment in Pau or St Jean-Pied-de-Port? I presume there's good, reliable shops there with the Camino passing through, but is equipment much cheaper than in England?
That's quite a few questions. If anyone can chip in anything in response to any of them, I'd be grateful.
Cheers muchly,
Davey G