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Donna, some people swear by them and if you type "umbrella" in the search box you will find some info. I even saw some links to brands but I think you would be better served to do the search yourself as copying and pasting links is not a skill in which I excell.It's the 30+ km stages in southern Spain I am worried about - no shade, no water supplies on route and no towns inbetween. I'm going to assume a slow 4 km/hr allowing for breaks. And potentially an all day hike no matter what time you start. Ourense can get disgustingly hot but there are more towns to stop at.
I'm ambivalent about hats too. I have a large head - at least a 61 cm size plus there is The Hair which has a life of its own and tends to trap moisture.
Well Mary, you should be very grateful your hair has a mind of it's own! My mind has very little hair of its own, so I do appreciate something to cover my head from the sun I tried an Arab cotton scarf and got called someone else! So I too now have a very light cheap umbrella.Like you, I have hair with a mind of its own, and loathe hats as I get hotter wearing them than I do without. The umbrella I took was just a very light one I bought in a chemist, and though it promised UV protection, it wasn't expensive. I used it both on sunny days and days of torrential rain and found it a godsend. I did get called Mary Poppins though.
The hands-free Euroschirm umbrella might be an option for consideration. The silver metallic coating option offers a 50+ UV protection factor. http://www.euroschirm.com/schirm/Sw...i?session=QTvdXe4DGBy9V&sprache_land=englisch
Thanks everyone. I've just ordered the EuroSchirm Light Trek Automatic Umbrella Silver, the one without the LED light. It weighs 295g and opens up to 98 cm across. At least with it being an umbrella I will get a lot of use out of it during our Wet Season which is just as well as it is completely overpriced here in Australia!I definitely swear by using an umbrella. Under a strong sun, where there's no shade, the difference is like day and night. Even more so if you are going to walk the VDLP.
If you look at the little vignettes it tells you 13 ounces.Really interesting. I have emailed and asked about weight
If you look at the little vignettes it tells you 13 ounces.
I've been studying the umbrella issue for a few weeks now because as I wear glasses rain really is a pain on the Camino. Some companies market a "trekking umbrella" and I wondered how they differ from regular ones. I have seen the one made by Sea to Summit and do not see the difference, other than in the price.
On my first Camino I brought one of those that are just the canopy, no handle, and that you were on your head. Not hip, but convinient on that day out of SJPP in the rain. This year I will bring one again. The bit that goes around the head was not comfortable, so I will bring a bandana of some sort to protect my forehead. 113 grams!
Thanks everyone. I've just ordered the EuroSchirm Light Trek Automatic Umbrella Silver, the one without the LED light. It weighs 295g and opens up to 98 cm across. At least with it being an umbrella I will get a lot of use out of it during our Wet Season which is just as well as it is completely overpriced here in Australia!
Not a problem - I have looked at the Schwim site so much that I knew the weight information was there ;0) As for the photo with the handsfree umbrela, I have one, taken by the hospitalero in SJPP who thought it was the funnies thing ever and wanted me to send it to him, but I think I will keep it for myself ;0)Thanks for finding the weight...I could not see it.
Now for the important part....we need pictures of the umbrella on your head!
I really like that umbrella!! Thinking it could replace the poncho, too, which weighs approx. the same.....
Doing the VDlP same time as you Donna.
Hmmm, just noticed the price
Hi, Walking by faith. Love my sticks too , which is why we're thinking 'hand free' umbrellas. There must be a wayAs for me, I love waling sticks too much, so wouldn't sacrifice one hand for an umbrella. You will see, maybe you donate it after first two days. .
We bought these too, but not silver and not automatic. They are compact, very well constructed, good in rain and wind in addition to offering sun protection. They are a bit pricy but well worth it. It rains a lot in Galicia!Thanks everyone. I've just ordered the EuroSchirm Light Trek Automatic Umbrella Silver, the one without the LED light. It weighs 295g and opens up to 98 cm across. At least with it being an umbrella I will get a lot of use out of it during our Wet Season which is just as well as it is completely overpriced here in Australia!
In the great blog, "A Good Walk Unspoiled" by "John and Robin," about their walk from Le Puy to Santiago, John writes of how they have become converts from heavy, hot rain gear to umbrellas. They used the trekking umbrella from Golite. In my research I have discovered that Golite went bankrupt, but one hiker said to check out the eruoSchrim Swing Lite Flex Trekking Umbrella as an alternative. It is believed to be modeled after the Golite umbrella. The Golite got great reviews (I believe the cost was around $25,) and euroSchrim gets very good reviews. On Amazon it costs around $40.I'm doing the VDLP in June/July and I read somewhere around these forums that the umbrella helped to drop the temperature by several degrees for that person. Given I have to expect anything from 28-40C, that makes an umbrella sound like a very good idea. Lower temps make for less water use and if you do need to pee where there are no trees you have a potential shield.
So can anyone recommend a good lightweight light coloured trekking umbrella that I can pick up here in Australia, online or even in Seville?
Solid shaft vs folding?
http://francistapon.com/Travels/Advice/10-Reasons-to-Go-Hiking-and-Backpacking-with-an-Umbrella
Euroschim was the manufacturer of Golite.In the great blog, "A Good Walk Unspoiled" by "John and Robin," about their walk from Le Puy to Santiago, John writes of how they have become converts from heavy, hot rain gear to umbrellas. They used the trekking umbrella from Golite. In my research I have discovered that Golite went bankrupt, but one hiker said to check out the eruoSchrim Swing Lite Flex Trekking Umbrella as an alternative. It is believed to be modeled after the Golite umbrella. The Golite got great reviews (I believe the cost was around $25,) and euroSchrim gets very good reviews. On Amazon it costs around $40.
If I hadn't already decided to take one, having been converted to umbrella-as-sunshade in southern India some years back, that use alone would persuade me.
And there's more... Though I don't think it would replace rain gear as the wind can sometimes blow rain right into you ...
But I'm thinking a non-folding one of the right length would make an ideal dog/cattle warding-off stick; maybe even a walking pole?
An added idea...
I have an Osprey Exos backpack...current redesigned model. It has an elastic pocket on each strap that is meant for things like glasses, phone, etc. I have used them for both.
I was looking at it with an umbrella hook up in mind and found that the bottom of my telescoping umbrella easily fits in it snugly. A simple tie or Velcro on the strap above it for the shaft holds it in place very well....at least at home and not walking.
I am a bit surprised that such a simple fix could be found to go hands free with my umbrella...at least at home and not walking.
Anyone else with an Osprey pack of any model with these strap pockets? On the upper middle of the straps...not hip belt.
Yes, @grayland, the built-in 'pocket' is too high up the pack strap. But if you slip the umbrella pole through the elasticized straps and fashion a 'pocket' of some sort lower down the pack strap - which I'm sure can be done - I'm fairly confident it will work. .......... I'm not prepared to give up on my Osprey Exos just yet.UPDATE:
Bummer.....It doesn't work....
The "pockets are high on the pack straps when loaded and worn. That puts the area above the pockets over the curve of the shoulder with no place to attach a stabilizer strap. Bummer...
Yes, @grayland, the built-in 'pocket' is too high up the pack strap. But if you slip the umbrella pole through the elasticized straps and fashion a 'pocket' of some sort lower down the pack strap - which I'm sure can be done - I'm fairly confident it will work. .......... I'm not prepared to give up on my Osprey Exos just yet.
Sorry, @domigee, but I think I can run you some close competition, if not have you beat. This is what I looked like in 2013. Now you see why my son told me I looked like a Swiss Army knife. Imagine adding an umbrella to that!!This is what I looked like last year.... just imagine.. With an umbrella as well
Shudder...
Ouch!!Just another possible work around. For pilgrims, the umbrella would go under the backpack, obvs.View attachment 17649
Sorry, @domigee, but I think I can run you some close competition, if not have you beat. This is what I looked like in 2013. Now you see why my son told me I looked like a Swiss Army knife. Imagine adding an umbrella to that!!
View attachment 17658 [Must stress though that the staff and gloves are not mine; they belong to the photographer.
And please note that I am standing next to blue jeans, the reason for the photograph!]
Donna, I have been considering an umbrella for this year's Camino. What is so different about this umbrella other than the reflective silver color? Anything in particular that makes it attach better than a regular umbrella? Looking forward to your feedback!https://vdlp2015.wordpress.com/2015/04/17/hiking-umbrella-the-euroschirm-light-trek-automatic/
The umbrella arrived yesterday (taking 10 days!). I need to test it out this weekend but so far, so good. And it fits on my everyday backpack I take to work and clips on so I'll always have an umbrella if needed now
Yes, this looks like a great trekking umbrella. Although the fabric looks the same, your umbrella weighs less and folds up shorter than does mine. Good, hefty price too! I'm sure you will be delighted with it.https://vdlp2015.wordpress.com/2015/04/17/hiking-umbrella-the-euroschirm-light-trek-automatic/
The umbrella arrived yesterday (taking 10 days!). I need to test it out this weekend but so far, so good. And it fits on my everyday backpack I take to work and clips on so I'll always have an umbrella if needed now
Talk about a walk on a hot day. Glad the umbrella helped. But do you think this model, with its heafty price tag, did something a regular umbrella would not have done?https://vdlp2015.wordpress.com/2015/04/19/first-camino-length-training-walk-22-62-km/ Tested the umbrella out today with a 20+ km walk. It makes a hell of a difference. It has 30-34 degrees all day with middling humidity (the Dry is starting to arrive). A hat would not have worked. Stopped a lot of sunburn given I was wearing a short sleeved T-shirt. I'm a convert.
Which model did you get Kanga? I'm assuming it's the small with telescopic handle called Light Trek (Total height is 61cm?).Mine has a long telescopic handle, so I can fix it to my backpack and have free hands for my sticks.
Talk about a walk on a hot day. Glad the umbrella helped. But do you think this model, with its heafty price tag, did something a regular umbrella would not have done?
I don't claim to be an expert here but, from my experience with my trekking umbrella, the heavy, silver fabric prevents the heat from the sun from getting through - an ordinary umbrella might shade one somewhat from the sun's direct rays, but not from its heat. I experienced this first hand walking into Santo Domingo de Calzada on an unseasonably hot day in mid-April when I was running short of water, wilting and fading fast in the heat. I dug out my umbrella and immediately felt relief - not only was there a noticeable drop in the temperature, but I could actually feel a cooling breeze which had hitherto been unnoticed. I must admit, if someone had related a story such as this to me before this happened, I probably would not have believed it - sceptic that I am - but I experienced this myself ....... with my silver, UV protection umbrella.Probably not. But it is incredibly well made. And at soccer I saw other umbrellas blow inside out and this one had hardly a rustle in that respect. And it is hard to hard to find a silver coloured reflective one. Personally I think that does make a difference.
Santa is bringing me the silver telescope Euroschrim. Collapsable, light, hands free and repels heat due to its silver covering. Yes, I will walk again, and again, and....Hi Everybody - I'm planning on walking the VdlP next April/May and am interested in a trekking umbrella. Does anyone know about/have one of these? http://www.helinox.com.au/trekking-umbrellas.php I'm sold on the idea of them - although I may take a poncho too...
Hi Everybody - I'm planning on walking the VdlP next April/May and am interested in a trekking umbrella. Does anyone know about/have one of these? http://www.helinox.com.au/trekking-umbrellas.php I'm sold on the idea of them - although I may take a poncho too...
Very light maybe, but comes in red or black, so good in the rain, not as good as the Euroschrim silver in the heat. And mine is the telescope, not no need to hold it by hand.View attachment 22681
Looks like a good one, Hikoi and very light. Mine is the Euroshirm. I swear by trekking umbrellas now
Yes, that is a concern I have - I´d like to be able to make it handsfree... I`ll look into the Euroschrim telescope. What´s the weight like?Very light maybe, but comes in red or black, so good in the rain, not as good as the Euroschrim silver in the heat. And mine is the telescope, not no need to hold it by hand.
389 grams.Yes, that is a concern I have - I´d like to be able to make it handsfree... I`ll look into the Euroschrim telescope. What´s the weight like?
Kia Ora Kiwi-d - do you remember/have available the brand? Or what chemist you bought it from? I imagine you wouldn't be able to attach it to your pack?I found the umbrella I took on the Camino at my local chemist. It cost $15, weighs 154 grams and had a good UV rating, so is excellent in both sun and rain. My point being, it's not necessary to go for 'top of the range, branded', unless, of course, that is your preference. I'm still using the same umbrella over a year later, so I've had my money's worth.
Oh, and if forgot to say that no, I wasn't able to attach it to walk under, but it was so light it was no problem to hold overhead.Kia Ora Kiwi-d - do you remember/have available the brand? Or what chemist you bought it from? I imagine you wouldn't be able to attach it to your pack?
Do you have a link to that YouTube video?We are umbrella converts. Could not find a means of attaching it to the shoulder straps without it wobbling around. Eventually found a You Tube video showing how to thread the shaft through the "handle" on the top of the pack, which sits behind one's head, then to the front over one shoulder and pull down and tie the elastic on the bottom of the handle through the pack waistband. It works.
I wasn't at home with my backpack when I first watched the video. Unfortunately the loop at the center back of my backpack is down too low for this method. I could sew on a small loop up there for the umbrella.Do you have a link to that YouTube video?
Never mind. I found it in your other post. That method looks much simpler than attaching it to the backpack straps.
I bought a barely used Euroschirm handsfree umbrella from another member here, but after I received it, it seemed so heavy that I bought a smaller, lighter trekking umbrella. Now I'm not sure which one to take. I love how easy it is to attach the Euroschirm to my backpack, and how large the canopy is, but I'm just worried that at 13+ ounces (which is twice the weight of the small umbrella) it's pretty heavy. I think that I will wait until I have all my gear together to decide if the extra weight is worth it. I'm hoping that I won't encounter too much rain during my late August/September Camino, but I want the umbrella for the shade factor.I now have a Eurochirm handsfree umbrella. It has a long telescopic handle and attachments for the front of the shoulder straps of a backpack. It works beautifully, but it is heavy to my mind. I wish they made it in carbon fibre.
I LOVE my Euroschrim handsfree umbrella. It may be 100 grams heavier than other umbrellas but its size is perfect, the wind doesn't turn kt over, if you have the silver quoating, even better. And because of its size you don't need the attchment peices in case they break.I bought a barely used Euroschirm handsfree umbrella from another member here, but after I received it, it seemed so heavy that I bought a smaller, lighter trekking umbrella. Now I'm not sure which one to take. I love how easy it is to attach the Euroschirm to my backpack, and how large the canopy is, but I'm just worried that at 13+ ounces (which is twice the weight of the small umbrella) it's pretty heavy. I think that I will wait until I have all my gear together to decide if the extra weight is worth it. I'm hoping that I won't encounter too much rain during my late August/September Camino, but I want the umbrella for the shade factor.
Do you mean that the long handle makes it easier to attach to the backpack even if the attachment pieces break?I LOVE my Euroschrim handsfree umbrella. It may be 100 grams heavier than other umbrellas but its size is perfect, the wind doesn't turn kt over, if you have the silver quoating, even better. And because of its size you don't need the attchment peices in case they break.
Do you mean that the long handle makes it easier to attach to the backpack even if the attachment pieces break?[/QUOT
With the extra long handle all you need to do is to positionong it between yourself anf the packpack straps. But the handle needs to be long enough to go through both top and bottom straps.
Thanks, that's what I thought.With the extra long handle all you need to do is to positionong it between yourself anf the packpack straps. But the handle needs to be long enough to go through both top and bottom straps.
I just started selling this one here:
https://www.santiagodecompostela.me...la/products/swing-handsfree-trekking-umbrella
Is there a color choice? I have one in the cart but wondered about color choices before completing order.I just started selling this one here:
https://www.santiagodecompostela.me...la/products/swing-handsfree-trekking-umbrella
Yes, since I decided to sell the ones with UV protection, and they are only available in silver outside and black inside..NeverMind. I see the color now. Silver on outside and black on inside.
I'm so glad. Thank you. By "both backpack straps" which 2 please?
I'm so glad. Thank you. By "both backpack straps" which 2 please?
I now have a Eurochirm handsfree umbrella. It has a long telescopic handle and attachments for the front of the shoulder straps of a backpack. It works beautifully, but it is heavy to my mind. I wish they made it in carbon fibre.
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