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Hi Sofia, wisdom being your name... trawl through all the threads on packing lists, weigh it all up - literally - and be happy with what you decide you will carry.Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
Hello!Hi Sophia, I thought I would share my experiences with you;
Any thoughts on how much underwear? I took three pair of these AMAZING undies in the link below that were super-light and fast-drying (IF you choose to order these, make sure you get the SHEER versions);
https://www.underarmour.com/en-ca/womens-ua-pure-stretch-sheer-novelty-thong-3-for-33/pid1290948-980
And what about the bras? I took two sports bras, but would consider taking two tank tops with a built-in bra next time instead
Do I need a mirror - I wore light makeup everyday (I know, I know) so I did pick up an unbreakable mirror at a camping store
What about a light scarf - I took one and was so happy I did!! It was great to wear as a wrap in the cool evenings, or to wear for extra warm around my neck on those super-chilly mornings!! I also did take a buff too which was also very handy!!
Socks - I brought three pair of the merino wool socks with the built-in liners. I don't think two is enough because sometimes you have to change said socks enroute so it's always good to have an emergency dry pair, especially once you enter Galicia
As far as footwear goes, I took my hiking boots, a pair of hiking sandals and a pair of flip-flops to wear when I got to my destination, to walk around town. I wore the sandals ONCE and hated them, so never wore them again, but lots of people LOVE to wear them to hike in, so it's a very personal choice. If you decide you have too much footwear, you can always send them ahead to Santiago for holding.
Buen Camino!!
Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
I bring 3 pair of underwear just in case one goes missing from the clothesline.I wouldn't want to be left with just one pair!
I bring 3 pair of underwear just in case one goes missing from the clothesline.I wouldn't want to be left with just one pair!
Hi Sophia,. Of course you need a light scarf. This is my favorite item. It looks pretty in the evening if you go to Mass. You can hang them from a bunk for privacy, and they even make a sarong after a shower.Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
I have my walking boots ...
Hi Sophia !!!!Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
Every albergue I stayed in, and most bars where I used the bathroom had mirrors.Your phone’s camera makes a perfectly fine mirror. Bring a pair of crocs or flip flops as a second pair of footwear. Vital for those showers in the albergues. Carrying an extra pair of shoes just adds weight needlessly.
Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
Hi ShaLaw, how much did your pack weigh (not including the actual pack)? You have pretty much described the amount that I want to take and I’ve given up on the 10% of body weight guideline, but I’m wondering what I’m getting myself into…Hi Sophia, I thought I would share my experiences with you;
Any thoughts on how much underwear? I took three pair of these AMAZING undies in the link below that were super-light and fast-drying (IF you choose to order these, make sure you get the SHEER versions);
https://www.underarmour.com/en-ca/womens-ua-pure-stretch-sheer-novelty-thong-3-for-33/pid1290948-980
And what about the bras? I took two sports bras, but would consider taking two tank tops with a built-in bra next time instead
Do I need a mirror - I wore light makeup everyday (I know, I know) so I did pick up an unbreakable mirror at a camping store
What about a light scarf - I took one and was so happy I did!! It was great to wear as a wrap in the cool evenings, or to wear for extra warm around my neck on those super-chilly mornings!! I also did take a buff too which was also very handy!!
Socks - I brought three pair of the merino wool socks with the built-in liners. I don't think two is enough because sometimes you have to change said socks enroute so it's always good to have an emergency dry pair, especially once you enter Galicia
As far as footwear goes, I took my hiking boots, a pair of hiking sandals and a pair of flip-flops to wear when I got to my destination, to walk around town. I wore the sandals ONCE and hated them, so never wore them again, but lots of people LOVE to wear them to hike in, so it's a very personal choice. If you decide you have too much footwear, you can always send them ahead to Santiago for holding.
Buen Camino!!
Hi ShaLaw, how much did your pack weigh (not including the actual pack)? You have pretty much described the amount that I want to take and I’ve given up on the 10% of body weight guideline, but I’m wondering what I’m getting myself into…
Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
Always remember, you are carrying what you will live with and you do not need much. This is a very hard concept for most people. But, please, really think about this.... you do not want to leave a lot of items that you purchased with hard earned money behind in some alburgue even though the people there would probably love it. It is a waste of your money and when you get back, unfortunately you will have to reconcile all of your expenses and debt, so just take a lot less than you think. A backpacker's motto "take half your items and twice the money."
Everyone told me to take flipflops for the showers. I didn't and they wouldn't have helped as they would have been too slippy and my feet were submerged in the water sometimes as the showers don't always drain. I walked in my boots everyday, taking out the liners to air at night. The boots were the lightest ones Salomon make and they were great for the hard surfaces of the trails. I took a lightweight pair of skechers sandals with thick enough soles that I could have walked in them if necessary. Footwear is a very personal preference, so go with what works for you. I found 3 pairs of undies and socks to be sufficient. Be ruthless in your packing - a lot of people send stuff home. Also, the lighter your pack, less likelihood of joint strain and blisters. I have to admit that I did buy a compact mirror on the journey. Buen camino,Hi yall,
I have my walking boots to take and walk in; and I was planning to take my flip flops and nothing else. However my parents say I must take a second pair of shoes, at least to start with, and alternate, and then just throw, or leave behind on the camino, as I have settled in my boots.
What do yall think?
Also, slightly shifting from topic, but not quite: any thoughts on how much underwear? Everywhere I read: 3 pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks. How about four pairs of underwear? Given that probably two of them will be light thongs? And what about the bras? One or two? I'm thinking two.
Also, do I need a mirror?
What about a light scarf? I might take one.
Thanks for your help!!!! I really need it.
Sophia
Looks like you also carried a front fanny pack? Handy I think. Since I can't carry weight on my back, I use a large fanny pack in the back (it can hold 11 lbs) and a smaller fanny pack in the front. I love it.Hi Peregrinamaybe,
Even though I completely agree that you should aim for as light a pack as is possible, I too disregarded the 10% body weight rule. At the time of the Camino, I weighed about 140lbs and my pack weighed about 18-19lbs. Because I had a really great pack, (Black Diamond 55L from MEC that could be compressed - see pic below) it felt much lighter than that. Next time, I plan to take hiking shoes instead of boots (I have weird ankle bones and the way the boot rubbed it made it feel like a bee sting so I now have KEEN shoes instead of boots) and flip flops and that’s it. Next time I will take the same amount of socks, etc..referred to in this post, but would lighten things up by not taking the hiking sandals and less clothing. I took too many tops last time!! I also took two sports bras that were for really high impact sports so next time would take something way lighter or the tank tops with built in bra instead.
Buen Camino!!
Looks like you also carried a front fanny pack? Handy I think. Since I can't carry weight on my back, I use a large fanny pack in the back (it can hold 11 lbs) and a smaller fanny pack in the front. I love it.
Yes, and I've heard "belly bag" used too...that's where mine hangs! However, it does come with a waist strap.I try to avoid saying f@nny pack, as the word has different meanings in different countries. I think that waist pack is more descriptive.
Plus, most people wear them in front, not on the bum.Yes, and I've heard "belly bag" used too...that's where mine hangs! However, it does come with a waist strap.
That worked for me.I take my walking shoes and a pair of flip flops and for many trips, that has been quite enough.
I take 3 pair of underwear and wash them out.
I take 3 pair of socks.
I take 2 bras.
You will not need a mirror.
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