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You can also check ebay - they often come up there.I just found this website that sells Altus ponchos (Atmospheric Raincoat) with delivery to the US (and other countries). They are discounted (i.e., $47 vs $66 for a blue one, $50 vs $66 for a yellow one - the red one is not discounted at $66). I bought 2 - shipping was about $22. They said they will be delivered within the week.
Deporvillage (https://www.deporvillage.net/altus-atmospheric-raincoat-red) - an "online sports store" registered in Barcelona. They deliver via DHL. Lots of other items are on their website, many are discounted.
Thanks for the reply. Reserving it in SJPP will be my last resort.
Yup. I've done the technical wash/waterproof treatment thing for the jacket, but it seems to wear off pretty quickly. My Osprey pack got pretty wet even with the rain fly, so I think having everything covered is the way to go.I know that the Altus has features that may suit you better than your current jacket but you have a good chance to treat your Torrentshield to shed water again. This video describes wetout and how to get rid of it.
I ordered one from Amazon.es a few years ago. Amazon.fr also has themI'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
Yes, I saw it, too. Sadly, they are entirely out of stock.Just saw this link at the bottom of the page:
Thanks, but my sewing days are long behind me.If you sew, you can make a "Parcho" which is similar, and lighter weight.
Here's a thread I started about in 2021:
You can just wait and purchase in Pamplona or in SJPP. Caminoteca has a facebook page. You can contact them and ask them to hold an altus for you. I do it all the time for my walkers. You can also check the deportes store in Zubiri.I'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
You mentioned to another post wanting it in advance so you’ll know how it packs/weight, etc. I ordered mine from the store in SJPdP and had them hold it until I arrived. This poncho packs small and is very light weight. You should have no worries about packing if getting on arrival.I'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
I bought a really nice poncho at REI very similarI'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
Here's Caminoteca's webpage with a description. Not shown so well is how the back covers your pack.I have never seen the Altus poncho. What makes this brand better than anyother poncho? Just trying to understand. Thank you.
What was the name/brand of the REI poncho? Thanks!I bought a really nice poncho at REI very similar
The Altus poncho is a bit like a long raincoat with hood that fits over your backpack. It has sleeves, so wind is less of an issue for blowing your poncho around and you stay dry inside. It snaps down the front, also a nice feature. You don't need to take your backpack off to put it on, and it keeps your pack and straps nice and dry. It's made of a sturdy material and therefore less likely to rip. Only downside (in my view) is that it's relatively heavy (because sturdy material), but worth it if you're dealing with serious rain.I have never seen the Altus poncho. What makes this brand better than anyother poncho? Just trying to understand. Thank you.
We got ours fromI'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
Ah, good point about size - my Altus is a small. I've added that info to my original post.In case you can't find one anywhere but the pilgrim's store in SJPP and you need to consider its weight and dimensions as you pack at home... StellarB, above, mentioned that his/her Altus is 326 grams (size not specified). For comparison, the L/XL (biggest you could ever get) is 435 grams in its stuff sack, making for a cylinder 10" long and 4" in diameter.
I bought a Ferrino Trekker from an online US website years ago. It is high quality and heavier than the Altus. I bought it before my Camino de Levante, in 2015 or 2016. I was puzzled that every time I put it on, I was sweating within minutes. And I am not someone who overheats quickly. Someone (I think it was @SYates) explained to me that the Trekker has a metallic lining whose purpose is to prevent hypothermia. I would never use it again in spring or summer. But it does a great job of heating you up within minutes!My first Camino I purchased the Ferrino in SJPdP. It is almost exactly like the Altus. I have since purchased the Altus but actually prefer a few small things about the Ferrino. I like the way the wrist can be tightened. I have worn it on many Camino's and have never been wet. I have ordered from this site and it is reliable and shipped quickly.
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I use it in spring in early April when it is cold and I’ve had snow. It was great to have the warmth, but I agree I wouldn’t take it when it is warmer.I bought a Ferrino Trekker from an online US website years ago. It is high quality and heavier than the Altus. I bought it before my Camino de Levante, in 2015 or 2016. I was puzzled that every time I put it on, I was sweating within minutes. And I am not someone who overheats quickly. Someone (I think it was @SYates) explained to me that the Trekker has a metallic lining whose purpose is to prevent hypothermia. I would never use it again in spring or summer. But it does a great job of heating you up within minutes!
I purchased one online from deportvillage and never received itI'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
i purchased one online from deportvillage but never received it. I ended up buying on at the store near the pilgrim office in Saint Jean Pied de Port.I'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
Nothing lame about carrying an umbrella! I bring a handsfree umbrella on my Caminos - not only does it keep water off my face, it's great for sun protection.I was lame and carried a lightweight travel umbrella
Another option is the Packa - expensive but really a great looking product.
Have you looked at the packa? Made in the US?
Look at www.thepacka.com
Yes, I noticed that. I would size up to get more air flow. It does have large pit zips though.LOT more form fitting than the altus
It's been a few years, but I ordered a packa and found that it was much shorter then the Altus or the Ferrino. I like the long length.Have you looked at the packa? Made in the US?
Look at www.thepacka.com
I have a Camo colored one that I could send you. It's heavier than I think I need. Where do you live?I'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
I was lame and carried a lightweight travel umbrella (one week only but it rained hard every day). I don’t like the feel of the cold rain hitting me and nothing is truly waterproof with constant heavy rain. I used the umbrella a lot. Even when the winds threatened to invert it I held it like a shield.
For whatever is worth, I wore a poncho I bought from the $ store and it lasted the CF last March/April. It kept me dry the whole time. I had a rain/wind jacket underneath and it did the job. I brought 2 in case one got ripped, but it lasted the whole trip. It weighs next to nothing. Wear a pair of pants that are able to repel water. I will approach the same when I do the Camino El Norte this March/April.
I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one
But maybe reconsider. I bought mine there and was really happy I did.I'd rather have it ahead of time to assess the weight and organization of my pack.
Yes! It was about 2000 when I first saw the packa. I was at an event and the person that designed them was making them on his sewing machine(probably in his garage). I bought mine about 10 years ago and it was mass produced with taped seams. I liked it, but I found it difficult to get into the pack without me and my pack getting drenched in the rain. Looking forward to trying it on the Camino. I think it will be better suited for this trek. Starting mid September 2023!On my first camino, I walked with a woman who had ordered a Packa. At the time, it was made in someone’s garage by hand, and she told me it had arrived absolutely reeking of cigarette smoke. Since then it has obviously ratcheted up its production line, maybe sold out, I don’t know. But it is surely no longer handmade by someone smoking in his garage.
Not sure if the design and materials have changed over the years, but it was no better than any of the other brands discussed on this thread. It is not breathable (which is true of all of them) and in fact my friend once took it off to find that a cup or two of water had collected in the bottom of the “pack bubble,” which is (or was) a LOT more form fitting than the altus, Ferrino, or Decathlon models. I think you will always get some condensation inside your pack from sweating, but this was really extreme.
As I said, though, my info is VERY old, from 2000 to be exact.
I'd love to gift you mine if you're interested. JanThanks for the reply. Reserving it in SJPP will be my last resort.I'd rather have it ahead of time to assess the weight and organization of my pack.
The link to that shop shows that they are out of stock, but the eBay idea is great. I'll check there. Happy New Year!
Yes! It was about 2000 when I first saw the packa. I was at an event and the person that designed them was making them on his sewing machine(probably in his garage). I bought mine about 10 years ago and it was mass produced with taped seams. I liked it, but I found it difficult to get into the pack without me and my pack getting drenched in the rain. Looking forward to trying it on the Camino. I think it will be better suited for this trek. Starting mid September 2023!
I found them on Amazon Prime. Just now.I'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
Can you share a link?I found them on Amazon Prime. Just now.
Hi Kasee! I bought my Altus poncho on-line from a store in Spain! They shipped it to me here in California! The store is: Caminoteca webshop & Store.I'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
It has a zipper in the front, sleeves, and is more fitted. So it won’t flap around in the rain and wind.I have never seen the Altus poncho. What makes this brand better than anyother poncho? Just trying to understand. Thank you.
Good idea to buy in advance and more importantly to try it out. Personally I don’t like the Altus. I’m small (5.2”) and was drowning (haha) inside that poncho. In windy conditions it flapped around my legs in a way that was annoying and cumbersome when stepping over rocks or fallen branches, etc. It’s not breathable so was uncomfortably hot. And as others mentioned. It’s heavy. I couldn’t wait to get rid of it…it went into it a church box for clothes donation. I bought a cheap lightweight version for 10euros in Ponferrada that worked like a charm. My current rain gear is lightweight rain pants from Arc’teryx and a rain jacket that doubles as a jacket for cooler mornings or evenings. Buen CaminoI'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
buy at.Good idea to buy in advance and more importantly to try it out. Personally I don’t like the Altus. I’m small (5.2”) and was drowning (haha) inside that poncho. In windy conditions it flapped around my legs in a way that was annoying and cumbersome when stepping over rocks or fallen branches, etc. It’s not breathable so was uncomfortably hot. And as others mentioned. It’s heavy. I couldn’t wait to get rid of it…it went into it a church box for clothes donation. I bought a cheap lightweight version for 10euros in Ponferrada that worked like a charm. My current rain gear is lightweight rain pants from Arc’teryx and a rain jacket that doubles as a jacket for cooler mornings or evenings. Buen Camino
I'm hoping to walk the Frances again in April/May. This past Fall when I walked, my Patagonia Torrentshield wetted out miserably on the way down from Cruz de Ferro in sleet and heavy rain. I'd like to try the Altus that I saw numerous times, but I can't find a place in the US to buy one. I did search the forum, but most of the posts were really old and many of the links didn't work.
I remember seeing the Altus in SJPP at the store across from the Pilgrim's office (and laughed at how goofy it looked) but I don't want to wait until I arrive in France to buy one. Caminoteca doesn't allow me to add one to my shopping cart, so that doesn't seem to be an option and the store in SJPP doesn't ship that I can tell. I don't mind paying for shipping from Europe, if necessary.
Anyone know of a place that will ship to the US?
Can you share a link?
Thanks!
I didn't know that Caminoteca would ship internationally. Would you mind sharing what the shipping cost was?Hi Kasee! I bought my Altus poncho on-line from a store in Spain! They shipped it to me here in California! The store is: Caminoteca webshop & Store.
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Thank you!Good idea to buy in advance and more importantly to try it out. Personally I don’t like the Altus. I’m small (5.2”) and was drowning (haha) inside that poncho. In windy conditions it flapped around my legs in a way that was annoying and cumbersome when stepping over rocks or fallen branches, etc. It’s not breathable so was uncomfortably hot. And as others mentioned. It’s heavy. I couldn’t wait to get rid of it…it went into it a church box for clothes donation. I bought a cheap lightweight version for 10euros in Ponferrada that worked like a charm. My current rain gear is lightweight rain pants from Arc’teryx and a rain jacket that doubles as a jacket for cooler mornings or evenings. Buen Camino
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