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On the Frances, probably not. Any other Camino, any Camino city. Be prepared. If it looks like a “kilt” kilt they’ll figure you’re an Escoses if it doesn’t you’ll be “loco” at best.I doubt you’d be given a second look.
I wonder if any men on the forum have used [hiking skirts] (and I am conscious that a Kilt may fall into the category)
That's another reason for not wearing a kilt, because you don't wear anything underneath. When I walk I wear running shorts and mine are basically leggings with football shorts over the top. If I spend time nude (which I do sometimes) I chafe, and I can't imagine walking 15 miles or more with my legs apart. Probably more than most people want to visualiseI would, but it would definitely have to be a kilt type, with the kilt type pattern and useful pockets. As far as going commando? Hmmm, too many really good brands of breathable hiking skivvies out there, and I'd feel a bit vulnerable
I have both wool and polyester kilts. For hiking I use the polyester light weight and quick drying. My other kilts are for regular wear.I have my kilt here in Spain (I'm part Scottish) but it's like wearing a heavy woollen overcoat around your waist so I won't be wearing it to walk in anything over 20º. Which isn't going to happen often.
It wasn’t. But could be now !!!There's enough weird on the Camino that I doubt anyone would even notice, let alone care. Is it purple with silver polka dots?
Canada's bracing weather has long made this an optional practice. I have friends in kilted regiments who assure me that spandex has saved them from frostbite many a time and oft; avoiding chafing would to me sound like a reasonable excuse to modify traditional practice.That's another reason for not wearing a kilt, because you don't wear anything underneath. When I walk I wear running shorts and mine are basically leggings with football shorts over the top. If I spend time nude (which I do sometimes) I chafe, and I can't imagine walking 15 miles or more with my legs apart. Probably more than most people want to visualise
We are walking Le Puys now, 32-33 temps crazy!Reading a blog recently - one of the hikers was talking about his use of mens hiking skirts. When he listed the advantages they seemed really interesting.
I wonder if any men on the forum have used these (and I am conscious that a Kilt may fall into the category)
With a SJPP start next week and the talk of 35 degrees heatwave - the idea seems attractive and somewhat cooler when walking...
Cheers
Mick
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I wore rain hiking skirt instead of rain pants once and almost got hyperthermia. I won't try that again.Reading a blog recently - one of the hikers was talking about his use of mens hiking skirts. When he listed the advantages they seemed really interesting.
I wonder if any men on the forum have used these (and I am conscious that a Kilt may fall into the category)
With a SJPP start next week and the talk of 35 degrees heatwave - the idea seems attractive and somewhat cooler when walking...
Cheers
Mick
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thanks a lot for that. mickI have often worn kilts and skirts (more often skirts because they are lighter to carry) hiking in various places across the world for about 15 years with little comment or problem. Once I overcame the mental barrier to wearing them (which took about 6 months) and embraced them not as women’s clothes but my clothes, it was easy. Skirts are comfortable and light, easier to wash, and last longer than pants. And I have traveled without a pair of pants in my pack. On pilgrimage I also like a skirt makes a small statement that I’m different.
Wearing a kilt will not create any problems, particularly in Galicia. That said, in my experience society regards skirts as different than kilts. In today’s divided culture a man wearing a skirt can seem like a political statement to some and I have been confronted unpleasantly more often in the past year or two than in the past when I was rarely confronted except by the politely curious. Because of this wearing a skirt on the Frances during the summer rush of peregrinos will likely cause no problem. In contrast, a man wearing a skirt on less traveled routes ”off-season” may encounter some unpleasant (but probably not threatening) responses. As a result you may want to carry a pair of pants as a backup. I have always traveled the Camino as a pilgrimage and as such the goodwill and help of others is always essential and focusing on my inner life not outer conflicts is a part of that.
Yes - I love Macabi skirtsMacabi Skirt
This might be what you're looking for. In September I walked from Irún to Llanes cut through the the Picos on the Lebaniego to León and then to Santiago. 90% of my walk was in this Macabi Skirt. Hopefully when I go back to walk the Camino Primitivo I might bring a pair of shorts. This thing takes the place of all for me, even plane trip to and from.
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I love Purple Rain! I bought one of their skirts earlier this year and am eagerly awaiting the arrival of one of their dresses. Super comfy, incredibly lightweight and POCKETS!!! I can't wait to wear them on the trail next year!The wonderful Mandy at Purple Rain Adventure Skirts also makes kilts for guys and girls, with a wide yoga waist band and very handy pockets. I have a few of the skirts and *love* them for camino walking, so practical and cool!
I won't be wearing it to walk in anything over 20º
Silver polkadots on purple would be bangerThere's enough weird on the Camino that I doubt anyone would even notice, let alone care. Is it purple with silver polka dots?
Can I start by saying, I just love this particular thread! I cannot remember seeing any men wearing kilts or skirts on my 2 (so far) pilgrimages, but it would have made me happy if I had.We are walking Le Puys now, 32-33 temps crazy!
My wife has been trying to stay cool and cover her legs, sun relentless out here.
She developed heat rash as did many hikers..
Today we discussed skirts, kilts, saris whatever and thought the idea was brilliant
When she gets home my wife is going to make one or buy one but either way we’re going to be getting them
Right now as we melt, to hell with convention and on the Camino you see it all…oh and we walk with sun umbrellas and we are the talk of the trail ! People take our pics
All this to say - get a skirt!
I brought my first of Amazon out of curiosity now have a ULA rain kilt from the states which for me is even easier than the original to use.I've worn a rain skirt (kilt) for a number of years, I can't stand waterproof trousers. The beauty of a rain skirt is that I can put it on, or take it off in about 20 seconds. I bought mine from Amazon, for less than £10. In order for it to work well, you need your preferred waterproof jacket, your rain skirt and waterproof gaiters, the rain falls to the ground like tiles on a roof. In my case my wife's friend sewed a 6" extension to the hem, it now works even better.
These are a very good option for those who are interested
I think my only concern with a REAL kilt would be it's ability to match the pockets i already have!
but it would have made me happy if I had.
Oh, such temptation! Man in kilt in Swiss setting....I can't give any specific dates, but ....
I am actively planning to return to my Via Francigena in mid September and hope to be striding around Lac Leman later that month.
Can I suggest you make camp at Parc de Vernex just before Montreux for as long as it takes!!
Kia kaha, kia māia, kia mana'wa'nui (take care, be strong, patient and confident)
Will this count? Today Ivar posted a video that included a walk to the new Casa Ivar. Here it is, set for 3m30s in.Can I start by saying, I just love this particular thread! I cannot remember seeing any men wearing kilts or skirts on my 2 (so far) pilgrimages, but it would have made me happy if I had.
Rick, it looks like Ivar is wearing shorts, but possibly he will order some unisex hiking skirts to sell in his new store if there is enough interest.Will this count?
He would be competing with the Galician Shop and its kilt with the Galician National tartan.Rick, it looks like Ivar is wearing shorts, but possibly he will order some unisex hiking skirts to sell in his new store if there is enough interest.
The American kilt makers USAkilts use a teflon treated polyviscose fabric for their two most inexpensive kilts (they also make 5 and 8 yard wool kilts). Polyviscose is a blend of polyester and viscose (a.k.a. rayon in the US). They say it is terrific for wearing in pubs because of its stain resistance and machine washability. They also say that it is good for hiking, especially in summer, due to its lightness. They've mentioned that their casual kilt with velcro closure, if made to hang at the hips, is best for hiking because you won't have the extra fabric holding in heat like with their high waisted traditional kilt in the PV fabric.Off to research, non-wool kilts (again).
Stewart of Appin is lovely but I don't believe it is available in PV.After a chat with my mother it seems our family can use Stewart (mothers side) or Black Watch (fathers side) tartan. So I had a look for PV kilts in those patterns and there are a few places that stock them over here. One for the future.
I would happily hike with a kilt, but not a wool kilt (allergic to wool). I think going commando is a requirement. I do in shorts. Learnt that lesson on my first camino. Had rashes in places you don't want rashes after 3 days of walking with underwear, in 30C temps. Got rid of said underwear and the rashes disappeared.
Off to research, non-wool kilts (again).
NYC, are you one of those meerkats David has posted about?As a single woman I must stop reading this thread here and now.
NYC, are you one of those meerkats David has posted about?
but not a wool kilt (allergic to wool)
I hiked the CDT last year 2022, and a lot of guys wore them and i asked them how good they were, THey all gave me the thumbs up, Never tried myself as i just hike in shortsReading a blog recently - one of the hikers was talking about his use of mens hiking skirts. When he listed the advantages they seemed really interesting.
I wonder if any men on the forum have used these (and I am conscious that a Kilt may fall into the category)
With a SJPP start next week and the talk of 35 degrees heatwave - the idea seems attractive and somewhat cooler when walking...
Cheers
Mick
Best Trail Running Shorts For Hiking 2024
This guide to the best trail running shorts for hiking focuses on models with zippered hand pockets and stretchy, breathable fabric.www.adventurealan.com
One advantage that the skirt has over shorts is that to get more ventilation you can pull up the middle of the front hem and tuck it under the waist band. A quick tug restores modesty. Best used in deserts, forests and mountains; this is not recommended for caminos.Never tried [hiking skirts] myself as i just hike in shorts
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