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MMDDMy recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets. This will prevent your stuff from falling out when you sit down, which happened to me on several occasions.. It will also deter pickpockets if any exist on the Camino. One pocket for the phone, one for wallet, one for pocket change and one for misc like reading glasses, mask, heart pills.
Imagine you drop your pack and go into a bar, or hotel.. You want to avoid having to go back to your pack to get something. Those somethings are what you want in your pockets. I saw no need for cargo pants, 4 pockets is enough.
Although I started with three pair of shorts, I ended up with just one. That and a pair of trousers, which in late June were needed in the morning and the evening. I found these two pairs sufficient to go 4-5 days without washing. YMMD!
My recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets. This will prevent your stuff from falling out when you sit down, which happened to me on several occasions.. It will also deter pickpockets if any exist on the Camino. One pocket for the phone, one for wallet, one for pocket change and one for misc like reading glasses, mask, heart pills.
Imagine you drop your pack and go into a bar, or hotel.. You want to avoid having to go back to your pack to get something. Those somethings are what you want in your pockets. I saw no need for cargo pants, 4 pockets is enough.
Although I started with three pair of shorts, I ended up with just one. That and a pair of trousers, which in late June were needed in the morning and the evening. I found these two pairs sufficient to go 4-5 days without washing. YMMD!
I am a fan of Craghoppers or the cheaper knock-off versions sold by GoOutdoors or Sports Direct. I started buying trousers with zip pockets specially for my long distance walking but they are my everyday wear now. And the boots I wear on Caminos are also my default footwear. So when I do begin a long distance walk I am not doing so in unfamiliar or untested gear.English brand Craghoppers maybe?
Likewise I pretty much live my life in Rohan shorts or trousers and lightweight leather boots. The only difference between daily life and Camino life is presence of rucksack and absence of dog.I am a fan of Craghoppers or the cheaper knock-off versions sold by GoOutdoors or Sports Direct. I started buying trousers with zip pockets specially for my long distance walking but they are my everyday wear now. And the boots I wear on Caminos are also my default footwear. So when I do begin a long distance walk I am not doing so in unfamiliar or untested gear.
I agree with the the recommendation to have zip pockets, although my preferred summer trousers are a five pocket cargo style design, the Mont Adventure Light pants. These are made locally, and they have been my go-to summer trousers for years, and I have a pair of the Mont Adventure shorts as well. This means that I don't have to change my approach to what I carry if I decide to wear shorts rather than trousers.My recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets. This will prevent your stuff from falling out when you sit down, which happened to me on several occasions.. It will also deter pickpockets if any exist on the Camino. One pocket for the phone, one for wallet, one for pocket change and one for misc like reading glasses, mask, heart pills.
I have to look into the Mont Adventure for my husband. He likes the Clothing Arts (pick pocket proof?) pants, buy I like the way these look for off trail. He likes the Clothing Arts because the four pockets are zipped and buttoned, and there are also interior zipped pockets. There are also two outside pockets with buttons and snaps. The Mont Adventure looks like it has a little bit of elastic in the waist that he may like. Thanks.I agree with the the recommendation to have zip pockets, although my preferred summer trousers are a five pocket cargo style design, the Mont Adventure Light pants. These are made locally, and they have been my go-to summer trousers for years, and I have a pair of the Mont Adventure shorts as well. This means that I don't have to change my approach to what I carry if I decide to wear shorts rather than trousers.
I normally carry a guidebook in one cargo pocket, and miscellaneous items like my sunglasses, mask and lollies in the other. I stopped using my rear pocket for my wallet many years ago, and carry a small packet of antiseptic wipes in my rear pocket instead. I put a handkerchief in each side pocket, one I use for blowing my nose when I need to, and the other for cleaning my glasses. Any medications I need during the morning goes into one of the side pockets, along with any coins that I get in change.
I used these on my first pilgrimage walk in Norway, but more recently wore the Norrøna falketind flex, which I wear here as my winter walking trousers. These are a bit too warm to consider for a summer camino in Spain or Portugal, but are a great choice for colder climates, and would probably use these if I did a winter Camino.
On this subject, I find shirt selection just as important, as both trousers and shirt need to provide a complete solution. I have settled over the years to a choice of Ex Officio or Mont shirts for my pilgrimage walks, although I have a collection from several makers that I use when walking locally. For pilgrimage walks, the shirts I use have a 'hidden' zippered pocket where I keep my passport in a ziploc bag, as well as two chest pockets. Both have vents, either at the back or sides, and they both have a collar extension that can be flipped up to provide additional sun protection to the back of my neck.
I perhaps could have added that what I wear is always bought at sales, never at full price.I have bought very high quality gear for a great deal less money than their original cost.
Well, they do contain polyester - but so does virtually all outdoor clothing these days. They're a poly/cotton mix, (65/35) light and comfortable, treated to provide UPF40+ sun protection - and dry very quickly if you get caught in a shower. As I can personally testify. They have 9 pockets (5 zipped) - including phone and map pockets. And, most importantly for the mature peregrino, a "relaxed fit." I've never noticed mine rustling.Sorry but not Craghopper Kiwis. They are made of plastic and rustle as you walk.
You would make my wife proud Doug being a great bargain shopper. My wife loves to come home with 10 things I can't believe she bought and then she proudly tells me how much money she saved buying her 25th sweater on sale!!!! Buen Camino my friend.I perhaps could have added that what I wear is always bought at sales, never at full price.
Reminded of the old joke about the man who just missed his bus and ran all the way home behind it. He told his wife how much money he'd just saved. She told him he was an idiot and would have saved 10 times as much if he'd run behind a taxi instead....You would make my wife proud Doug being a great bargain shopper. My wife loves to come home with 10 things I can't believe she bought and then she proudly tells me how much money she saved buying her 25th sweater on sale!!!! Buen Camino my friend.
Checkout Kuhl.comMy recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets. This will prevent your stuff from falling out when you sit down, which happened to me on several occasions.. It will also deter pickpockets if any exist on the Camino. One pocket for the phone, one for wallet, one for pocket change and one for misc like reading glasses, mask, heart pills.
Imagine you drop your pack and go into a bar, or hotel.. You want to avoid having to go back to your pack to get something. Those somethings are what you want in your pockets. I saw no need for cargo pants, 4 pockets is enough.
Although I started with three pair of shorts, I ended up with just one. That and a pair of trousers, which in late June were needed in the morning and the evening. I found these two pairs sufficient to go 4-5 days without washing. YMMD!
My recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets
My partner's finds these from Mark's and Spencers very comfortable for long distance walking.
Yes, pants is another of those words that can be exploited for dramatic or comic effect depending upon which side of the Atlantic one is from, or perhaps even which side of the Tasman!I fear the Tower of Babel syndrome has descended.
Good advice.My recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets. This will prevent your stuff from falling out when you sit down, which happened to me on several occasions.. It will also deter pickpockets if any exist on the Camino. One pocket for the phone, one for wallet, one for pocket change and one for misc like reading glasses, mask, heart pills.
Imagine you drop your pack and go into a bar, or hotel.. You want to avoid having to go back to your pack to get something. Those somethings are what you want in your pockets. I saw no need for cargo pants, 4 pockets is enough.
Although I started with three pair of shorts, I ended up with just one. That and a pair of trousers, which in late June were needed in the morning and the evening. I found these two pairs sufficient to go 4-5 days without washing. YMMD!
Just FYI - the "F-word" can be offensive in some countries. I have learned to use waist pack instead, as the Camino and this forum are multicultural.And a Fanny pack for my phone, wallet, cash and passport, credential.
Speaking as a Brit I think that most of us are so heavily exposed to American English vocabulary through tv, films and books that we are unlikely to be offended by such differences in usage. Though we might well be immature enough to snigger a little.Just FYI - the "F-word" can be offensive in some countries. I have learned to use waist pack instead, as the Camino and this forum are multicultural.
We have always heard Americans use the word fanny pack, sure it has different connotations in some places but in this day and age we need to get past that.Just FYI - the "F-word" can be offensive in some countries. I have learned to use waist pack instead, as the Camino and this forum are multicultural.
I grew up calling them pants. My dad, a career military man called them trousers. Later I joined the military and they were still referred to as trousers, and to my surprise our camouflage utility shirts were called "blouses".Yes, pants is another of those words that can be exploited for dramatic or comic effect depending upon which side of the Atlantic one is from, or perhaps even which side of the Tasman!
Zip off bottoms and water resistant... 15 days of walking Portugues between Porto and SdC used bottoms once but glad I had them... Only needed 2 pair of shorts and these 2 pair of zip offs for my 2 month stay in EuropeMy recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets. This will prevent your stuff from falling out when you sit down, which happened to me on several occasions.. It will also deter pickpockets if any exist on the Camino. One pocket for the phone, one for wallet, one for pocket change and one for misc like reading glasses, mask, heart pills.
Imagine you drop your pack and go into a bar, or hotel.. You want to avoid having to go back to your pack to get something. Those somethings are what you want in your pockets. I saw no need for cargo pants, 4 pockets is enough.
Although I started with three pair of shorts, I ended up with just one. That and a pair of trousers, which in late June were needed in the morning and the evening. I found these two pairs sufficient to go 4-5 days without washing. YMMD!
I have to look into the Mont Adventure for my husband. He likes the Clothing Arts (pick pocket proof?) pants, buy I like the way these look for off trail. He likes the Clothing Arts because the four pockets are zipped and buttoned, and there are also interior zipped pockets. There are also two outside pockets with buttons and snaps. The Mont Adventure looks like it has a little bit of elastic in the waist that he may like. Thanks.
I was checking out the pants from this website and found this:My recommendation for pants is to have four zip or velcro pockets. This will prevent your stuff from falling out when you sit down, which happened to me on several occasions.. It will also deter pickpockets if any exist on the Camino. One pocket for the phone, one for wallet, one for pocket change and one for misc like reading glasses, mask, heart pills.
I grew up calling them pants. My dad, a career military man called them trousers. Later I joined the military and they were still referred to as trousers, and to my surprise our camouflage utility shirts were called "blouses".
So, you're a Marine. Semper Fi.
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