NorwegianWalker
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- Plan to walk Camino de Santiago April/May/June 2016.
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Just the other day I was shopping with another member and came across the Marmot Precip jacket. It was a lot like another jacket that I already had and used on the camino (but not often; the weather was good.) The Precip was recommended 3 or 4 times on another thread and that was the one bought over a REI jacket. It cost more but the bang for the buck was much better.I need a jacket and reading alot of informative treads. I'm still not sure of what jacket I should get. I'm almost certain I will end up with a Gore -Tex but not sure what kind of jacket for the Camino Frances in March/April?
I can't speak to your question about specific shops other than to note the threads on this forum that note many of the shops along the Camino. I will however share with you that several times over the years I've learned the hard way not to take untested gear on big trips (rain gear, camera gear, etc). If you are in a position to get something and use/wear it in the expected conditions and with your pack on, you're much more likely to not have a nasty (and some times expensive) surprise along the way...!Thanks for responses so far, just the information I was looking for. Anyway, I'm most likely to fly to Paris then Biarritz airport, what I'm considering is getting my goretex jacket in a duty free shop or maybe even get my jacket in France or Spain? Anyone with information about this is most appreciated
I wore a Marmot Precip jacket for years (it was so old that it wasn't even called the Precip back then but it is the same jacket). Loved it and it never let me down (never got me wet) Somehow lost it in Seattle last year. Have since replaced it with a The North Face Venture because when I thought I needed it the Precip was backordered. I have yet to test the Venture. (and hopefully won't need to on the Meseta!!!)Just the other day I was shopping with another member and came across the Marmot Precip jacket...
I dont know about a goretex jacket but you can pick up an Altus poncho in SJPP for around 50 euros this year. They are a little less expensive at the shop in Pamplona at 42 euros. They are also carried at the sports shop in Zubiri. I remember them being even less there.Thanks for responses so far, just the information I was looking for. Anyway, I'm most likely to fly to Paris then Biarritz airport, what I'm considering is getting my goretex jacket in a duty free shop or maybe even get my jacket in France or Spain? Anyone with information about this is most appreciated
The color of your jacket is immaterial, your going to cover it up with a pack. Brite colored packs/pack covers or ponchos help during the day but at dawn or at night something reflective is best. I attach a small strobe light for road walking. It stands out. Buen CaminoHi, I'm almost done with my hiking gear and ready for my first Camino. I need a jacket and reading alot of informative treads. I'm still not sure of what jacket I should get. I'm almost certain I will end up with a Gore -Tex but not sure what kind of jacket for the Camino Frances in March/April? Price range is so varied so I would appreciate your guidance. Another thing is couleur? Should it be bright so you are visibil for cars/traffic etc. in the early mornings or late at night walk? Thanks for your input in advance.
If the seams are not waterproof taped or maintained Gore-Tex will leak at the seams. The other waterproof membrane materials are applied to the outer or inner surface and over time will wear off and leak. My beloved Eddy Bower gave up the ghost after 3 years of hard use. Took it back and they replaced it. Love lifetime guarantees.Hi - just my two cents worth. When I walked in September 2014, my friend was wearing what she was told was a waterproof Gore-Tex jacket. It was very expensive. For the last two and a half days walking into Santiago , and arriving on the 8th of October, the heavens opened up unmercifully. I live in the Pacific Northwest and believe me we have rain here, but I can still remember the water squelching in my boots. Suffice it to say, she was drenched and more than disappointed. (The weather almost all month had previously been stellar.) Luckily she had a good pack cover and this saved her belongings. The rest of us used ponchos and although our legs and feet were wet, the rest wasn't. For my next Camino, I will repeat a lightweight fleece, lightweight wind/rain jacket (only good as an extra layer, not for heavy rain), and plan to get an Altus poncho or some variation of rather than the cape-like poncho. Also, how heavy is the jacket? If you are carrying this and also need a poncho - weight?? Happy planning and Buen Camino.
Urban TrekkerIf the seams are not waterproof taped or maintained Gore-Tex will leak at the seams. The other waterproof membrane materials are applied to the outer or inner surface and over time will wear off and leak. My beloved Eddy Bower gave up the ghost after 3 years of hard use. Took it back and they replaced it. Love lifetime guarantees.
Amazon sells the Ferrino Poncho which is like the Altus. Mine has kept me dry on 2 caminos and I expect it to do the same in April. Buen Camino
Happy Trails
If I was exerting myself yes I would perspire profusely. You always perspire that's how the body controls body temperature. The reflective lining is intended to help you stay warm by reflecting body heat. Great idea if your just walking but not if you're exerting yourself walking the camino, especially with a packUrban Trekker
What is the purpose of the silver lining inside the Ferrino Poncho?
Did it make you sweat?
If I was exerting myself yes I would perspire profusely. You always perspire that's how the body controls body temperature. The reflective lining is intended to help you stay warm by reflecting body heat. Great idea if your just walking but not if you're exerting yourself walking the camino, especially with a pack. Ponchos don't breath and the jacket type do not ventilate well.
Breathable waterproof material is designed to keep outside moisture from getting in while transferring perspiration and heat out but exertion creates more perspiration and heat than the material can effectively transfer and you over heat and your clothing gets damp which is why layering of clothing and ventilation are so important. Its better to be cool and damp than hot and damp. Buen Camino
Happy Trails
Thanks for responses so far, just the information I was looking for. Anyway, I'm most likely to fly to Paris then Biarritz airport, what I'm considering is getting my goretex jacket in a duty free shop or maybe even get my jacket in France or Spain? Anyone with information about this is most appreciated
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