SarahTheKiwi
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- Planning 2024 Camino Frances
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Absolutely. I have bought a number of Camino things at the Dollar store. They have some zippered mesh laundry bags that would be great for packing.I guess what I'm trying to say is don't rule out your local Kmart, Target, $2 shop, or whatever it is in your area. I know there are people who insist on branded items, but there are options.
Ever since my first Camino in 2016 I only use shampoo bars. They are available at many different places and at many different price points. In fact, I've bought some at Dollar stores.Good for you! Another tip, a "shampoo bar" available at stylist shops can replace your body soap and shampoo. No, it isn't the best at either, but good enough for the Camino.
Yes got one of those previously so that I can air dry my towel on the outside my pack. I've heard of people using them to separate dirty shoes too.Absolutely. I have bought a number of Camino things at the Dollar store. They have some zippered mesh laundry bags that would be great for packing.
I use shower caps (from the Dollar store) for dirty shoes. I don't think that the mesh bags would work that well for that purpose.Yes got one of those previously so that I can air dry my towel on the outside my pack. I've heard of people using them to separate dirty shoes too.
As an aside, I also love the Mercado where you are in the your picture. So many good options to eat and drink. Something for everyone and the prices are not terrible.I love my hat, that I paid five bucks for on Temu. View attachment 155312
I'm hoping to find a lighter strap, so that I can still use the pouch as a cross body bag under a jacket when going out. I didn't want to wear a bum bag as I've already got the pack hip straps there - but then again everything is subject to testing before I leave! I'm tossing up between liquid soap and shampoo bar to do everything including laundry, but must admit I'm more shampoo bar curious now.Great finds! However, you might want to try that bag with the shoulder strap as is, since you'll want to keep your valuables with you at all times. Or are you planning on using a bumbag for that and this for something else? I personally prefer to use a cross-body bag for my passport, money, phone etc and put it on before/under the pack so it stays on even when I sit down for a coffee etc.
Oh and I totally agree with the shampoo bars, I use them at home now too. Being a kiwi you have probably got easy access to Ethique ones! Enjoy your prep and planning
I love my smallish zippered mesh laundry bags. I use them for packing nearly everything in my backpack as I use a white trash compactor bag to line the interior. They make no noise, so there is no annoying bag rustling when packing.Yes got one of those previously so that I can air dry my towel on the outside my pack. I've heard of people using them to separate dirty shoes too.
CC is this just to keep things clean, or for bugs??A white trash compactor bag to line the interior. .
If raining the trash compactor bag is extra protection to keep everything inside dry. Although my pack cover works pretty good, since I use a rain jacket instead of a poncho, things inside could still be compromised in a long lasting downpour. It also keeps bedbugs out of my things as I seal it shut at night. I prefer the laundry bags to stuff sacks. They are much easier to pack up and in addition.you can see what's inside.CC is this just to keep things clean, or for bugs??
Decent vegan options plus craft beer. Everyone is happy!!As an aside, I also love the Mercado where you are in the your picture. So many good options to eat and drink. Something for everyone and the prices are not terrible.
Which market is it?Decent vegan options plus craft beer. Everyone is happy!!
Which market is it?
Called La GalicianaIt is in Santiago just outside the old town.
Rúa de Gómez Ulla, 1, Bajo, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain
Are they plastic or silicone?I found these collapsible dog bowls on Amazon, 2 for US $5.99. A whole lot cheaper and still larger than the Sea to Summit cup I have.View attachment 155309
An idea for shampoo/conditioner is Lush sells a round bar that can be used for hair and body. If you purchase their square tin it makes it easy to get the round soap out and best part...lasts the entire camino. (I even used it to wash my socks in the sink!)How exciting to go shopping for my upcoming Camino Frances, April 2024. Here are some of my bargain finds.
* Mini sanitiser and the perfect sized carabiner - it will hang from my ribbon webbing.
* Mini shampoo/conditioner bottles.
* A pouch with shoulder strap.... I'm going to fashion it into a sternum pouch using the metal hoops either side... and do away with shoulder strap.
* S hooks... I'll just take one.
I guess what I'm trying to say is don't rule out your local Kmart, Target, $2 shop, or whatever it is in your area. I know there are people who insist on branded items, but there are options. I'll be going back for more carabiners
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soft plasticAre they plastic or silicone?
I am thinking about bringing a shampoo bar…but am perplexed with the best way to pack it. Any ideas for how to let it dry after use so you can pack it away?Ever since my first Camino in 2016 I only use shampoo bars. They are available at many different places and at many different price points. In fact, I've bought some at Dollar stores.
A good thing about buying inexpensive items for your Camino is that if you decide that they won't work for you, that you haven't spent a ton of money on them.
I made a mesh bag for mine. I can use it while it's in the mesh bag. Then I hang it on the clothes line after my shower. That doesn't get it completely dry though, so I wrap it in a small piece of microfiber towel and put it in a small ziplock baggie.I am thinking about bringing a shampoo bar…but am perplexed with the best way to pack it. Any ideas for how to let it dry after use so you can pack it away?
I have used @JillGat's shampoo and conditioner bars in the past, and the conditioner bar is the best bar type conditioner that I've used. I'm a little mad at myself that I gave one away to my daughter!BTW, I am making shampoo and conditioner bars again (I wasn't happy with the durability of the Lush versions, so have formulated my own). I'll post them in the commercial/for sale/what's that section called?
I like the "sternum pouch" idea. I tried something similar on one Camino. Just be sure it doesn't jiggle around too much as this can become quite annoying when walking. Buen Camino.How exciting to go shopping for my upcoming Camino Frances, April 2024. Here are some of my bargain finds.
* Mini sanitiser and the perfect sized carabiner - it will hang from my ribbon webbing.
* Mini shampoo/conditioner bottles.
* A pouch with shoulder strap.... I'm going to fashion it into a sternum pouch using the metal hoops either side... and do away with shoulder strap.
* S hooks... I'll just take one.
I guess what I'm trying to say is don't rule out your local Kmart, Target, $2 shop, or whatever it is in your area. I know there are people who insist on branded items, but there are options. I'll be going back for more carabiners
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Hi JMac - unfortunately this idea hasn't panned out for me. I've got my pack now and there's not a lot of webbing options on the front straps. It's still the best pack for me ergonomically and volume wise and those are pretty important too. So I think I'll go back to the idea of a pouch that can be worn across the shoulder, under the pack. Doubles as a purse/small bag when going out without the pack.I like the "sternum pouch" idea. I tried something similar on one Camino. Just be sure it doesn't jiggle around too much as this can become quite annoying when walking. Buen Camino.
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