NomadBoomer
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- Frances ( 2017, 2018,Aug 2023) Vdlp (2018)
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Friction and moisture cause blisters (or just skin irritation). Eliminate both if you can. Try lubricant on you back, like Vaseline or a silicone powder/ointment. If you waist belt is slipping, try to find a comfortable amount of tightening. Good luck!gradually (probably in conjunction with a sweaty top) caused skin iritation
I have an Osprey Exos 48 which I have used for two camino. It is a little bit too big for what I carry but I am happy with my choice on the whole except the bottom corners rub slightly on my lower back. This was not noticeable for the first few days but gradually (probably in conjunction with a sweaty top) caused skin iritation and became sore. I think I may have been the only pilgrim walking with compeed on my back
Does anyone else have this problem? Second walk on the vdlp this year I put some tape on my back and often walked with my fleece top around my waist under bottom of backpack. This reduced but didn't eliminate the slight discomfort.
I will be walking the CF from SJPdP August 21 and I am very reluctant to buy another pack. Any suggestions?
Cheers Paul
I have an Osprey Exos 48 which I have used for two camino. It is a little bit too big for what I carry but I am happy with my choice on the whole except the bottom corners rub slightly on my lower back. This was not noticeable for the first few days but gradually (probably in conjunction with a sweaty top) caused skin iritation and became sore. I think I may have been the only pilgrim walking with compeed on my back
Does anyone else have this problem? Second walk on the vdlp this year I put some tape on my back and often walked with my fleece top around my waist under bottom of backpack. This reduced but didn't eliminate the slight discomfort.
I will be walking the CF from SJPdP August 21 and I am very reluctant to buy another pack. Any suggestions?
Cheers Paul
Ha ha sorry to laugh, but competed on your back is a good imageI have an Osprey Exos 48 which I have used for two camino. It is a little bit too big for what I carry but I am happy with my choice on the whole except the bottom corners rub slightly on my lower back. This was not noticeable for the first few days but gradually (probably in conjunction with a sweaty top) caused skin iritation and became sore. I think I may have been the only pilgrim walking with compeed on my back
Does anyone else have this problem? Second walk on the vdlp this year I put some tape on my back and often walked with my fleece top around my waist under bottom of backpack. This reduced but didn't eliminate the slight discomfort.
I will be walking the CF from SJPdP August 21 and I am very reluctant to buy another pack. Any suggestions?
Cheers Paul
@NomadBoomer , sorry to read of your plight.
I would normally use a pack without a frame only for small part day trips.
For long haul I will always use a pack with an external frame.
But that does not mean heavy (mine of four years is lighter than most)
But a week to go suggests you should not try anything new.
So suggestions like those by @LaFlorida above make most sense
Kia kaha (you take care, be strong, get going)
I have an Osprey Exos 48 which I have used for two camino. It is a little bit too big for what I carry but I am happy with my choice on the whole except the bottom corners rub slightly on my lower back. This was not noticeable for the first few days but gradually (probably in conjunction with a sweaty top) caused skin iritation and became sore. I think I may have been the only pilgrim walking with compeed on my back
Does anyone else have this problem? Second walk on the vdlp this year I put some tape on my back and often walked with my fleece top around my waist under bottom of backpack. This reduced but didn't eliminate the slight discomfort.
I will be walking the CF from SJPdP August 21 and I am very reluctant to buy another pack. Any suggestions?
Cheers Paul
I too, start my caminos with rather annoying, itchy shoulder straps where they wrap around under my shoulders on my Osprey Sirrus 36 women's pack. After a week or more I stop noticing the discomfort and wonder if my skin has finally "toughened up". Thankfully I've never gotten blisters. Could you please send a link on the velcro product you are referring to? It sounds like it could be a goid option for me to try. Thanks!I've had difficulty with the shoulder harness straps rubbing against my upper arms and causing blisters. The pack fabric is so rough because it's meant to be durable, but hell on the skin. I found padded, soft velcro covers that actually are marketed for baby car seat straps or seatbelts...they fit nicely over the pack straps in offending areas, very inexpensive, lightweight, washable. I don't think this solves the issue of the OP, but might help others with a different rubbing area.
Looks like you are getting tons of good advice. My favorite thing that I brought on the Camino was a small packet of lambswool; a gift, but I used it for a lot of irritation spots....shoes, backpack straps, on my hipbones, etc. Even if you find another great answer for your back, you might consider some for the unexpected. It can be washed, is very light (no exttra weight) and can be pulled apart and shared with someone else. Try a pharmacy, perhaps even IN Spain, as I know that's where my friend (a long time Camino-ist) purchased mine.I have an Osprey Exos 48 which I have used for two camino. It is a little bit too big for what I carry but I am happy with my choice on the whole except the bottom corners rub slightly on my lower back. This was not noticeable for the first few days but gradually (probably in conjunction with a sweaty top) caused skin iritation and became sore. I think I may have been the only pilgrim walking with compeed on my back
Does anyone else have this problem? Second walk on the vdlp this year I put some tape on my back and often walked with my fleece top around my waist under bottom of backpack. This reduced but didn't eliminate the slight discomfort.
I will be walking the CF from SJPdP August 21 and I am very reluctant to buy another pack. Any suggestions?
Cheers Paul
I too, start my caminos with rather annoying, itchy shoulder straps where they wrap around under my shoulders on my Osprey Sirrus 36 women's pack. After a week or more I stop noticing the discomfort and wonder if my skin has finally "toughened up". Thankfully I've never gotten blisters. Could you please send a link on the velcro product you are referring to? It sounds like it could be a goid option for me to try. Thanks!
I have an Osprey Exos 48 which I have used for two camino. It is a little bit too big for what I carry but I am happy with my choice on the whole except the bottom corners rub slightly on my lower back. This was not noticeable for the first few days but gradually (probably in conjunction with a sweaty top) caused skin iritation and became sore. I think I may have been the only pilgrim walking with compeed on my back
Does anyone else have this problem? Second walk on the vdlp this year I put some tape on my back and often walked with my fleece top around my waist under bottom of backpack. This reduced but didn't eliminate the slight discomfort.
I will be walking the CF from SJPdP August 21 and I am very reluctant to buy another pack. Any suggestions?
Cheers Paul
Thanks! I found some good options on Amazon to consider...great idea!I bought mine in a store, but found a close version on amazon to give you an idea...there are some in every length and width...just search 'seat belt wrap'...mine are by DinoWrap and are about 6" long...
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