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There is a 2015 edition of the Brierley guidebook which will be out this March, can I just buy this in SJPDP?
I am seeing a lot of this full-body ponchos in the photo stream here and I could not find them in any shops near me
Also, regarding backpacks, which is better, one with thick hip support or just the normal size? I notice that the thicker the support, the heavier the backpack.
Guidebook - They do certainly stock it, but they might have run out of stock when you hit the shop or not.
Poncho - Do you mean the Altus? If you tell us where you are, we might be able to tell you where to buy it. In a pinch, Caminoteca in Pamplona is your friend!
Thick, comfy hip belt for me! The wait rests on your hip and that should be comfortable.
Buen Camino, SY
I am in Canada. ...
Contact these people, in Montreal, they have Altus ponchos in stock and may ship: www.centrelatienda.com. MEC also sells ponchos - different brand perhpas, but an Altus is not mandatory ;0)I am in Canada. I just hope it won't rain in the first few days until I reach Pamplona!
So far I have only bought the boots which I walk daily now to break in! Also I bought a pair of crocs and a 750ml water bottle. 1,567 items to goYdan, have you made the decision yet as to exactly when you'll walk? You had a detailed list on another thread and mentioned that you had bought your boots. How are they working out? If you don't enjoy retail therapy, then it doesn't make sense to deliberately plan it for your time in SJPP when you could be relaxing and enjoying that unique atmosphere.
I'm planning on buying my hiking poles in St Jean, as I don't want to check my backpack (with poles) on the flight. I have to fly through Heathrow and they're very strict about what they deem to be a potential weapon. At home, I use a cheap pair of poles to train with. Just wondering: I heard that there's a huge number of discarded poles in Santiago, left by pilgrims once they don't need them any more. Has anyone thought of taking them to St Jean for the rest of us? Recycling, and all that ....
I bought a poncho(ferrino though they had Altus), lightweight shirt and Brierley guide (lost mine just before leaving) at that store just downhill from the Pilgrim office in St Jean directioncompostelle.com and the prices and service were very reasonable.At first I thought I would enjoy shopping for all the stuff I would need for this trip.
But I am so overwhelmed with so many options out there. I have gone back and forth so many times to several sports shops and just could not decide which I should buy. I guess I don't enjoy retail therapy that much haha.
What are the things that I should just better get in SJPDP?
Can I buy the Altus poncho and the Brierley book in SJPDP?
The hat, the sunglasses and the first-aid kit?
One advantage of having the guidebook beforehand is that it will give you something relevant to read on the long airplane ride across the pond. While you've probably read a lot about the Camino as you've been preparing, most of it is pretty general stuff. You'll find that Brierley -- and other guidebooks as well -- contains a lot of specific information about the towns and villages you'll be walking through, which will greatly enhance your overall experience....
PS The only things I would perhaps buy at SJPDP are a pocket knife and any liquids you can't take on a plane as carry-on ...
You can buy the Altus poncho in Quebec City but unless you speak fluent french it will be tough. I gave up. I bought "The Packa" from the US and I think it will be great!! Check it out by googling it.I am in Canada. I just hope it won't rain in the first few days until I reach Pamplona!
For your info. MEC is great. I bought my Salomon 4D Quest boots there and they are awesome!! Make sure you buy ALL ultra light clothing. The weight adds up fast!!!! Really!!At first I thought I would enjoy shopping for all the stuff I would need for this trip.
But I am so overwhelmed with so many options out there. I have gone back and forth so many times to several sports shops and just could not decide which I should buy. I guess I don't enjoy retail therapy that much haha.
What are the things that I should just better get in SJPDP?
Can I buy the Altus poncho and the Brierley book in SJPDP?
The hat, the sunglasses and the first-aid kit?
I bought a Mountain Hardwear Lamina 45 from MooseJaw.com. Another Winnipeg Pilgrim recommends a MontBell UL Spiral Down Hugger Thermal Sheet.TODAY, I bought:
my daypack
pair of gloves (waterproof breathable)
hydro pants (to pair with poncho)
waterproof organizer (for wallet,passport etc.)
merino wool beanie
merino wool buff
Tiger balm
Almost done
I just need to fill up my first-aid kit and my bodycare kit which I think I can do once I'm in SJPdP
What kind of sleeping bag does one need? So many options too, with corresponding weather temperatures. The lightest is very thin, it's a coverbag, not really a sleeping bag
"I heard that there's a huge number of discarded poles in Santiago, left by pilgrims once they don't need them any more..."
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