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Tevas and flip flops are one too many, get a pair that does both: Birkies EVAs or some Crocs models.
Really, if men din't need a sarong, why do Women? Can someone explain? haha... nope, cant explain except to say it looks pretty and is versatile.
No item to leave on the hill, unless you are volunteering for cleaning up the hill as well. Make an extra donation in a donativo or in a church instead. Easier on the locals, and after all it's all symbolic.
I really appreciate this suggestion. It's making me think of a different way to only bring what i need and just not to leave an object on the hill.
What are the clips for? for hanging things? in the shower to hang a bag or towel... got the idea from the forum.
I'm with @Anemone del Camino on this. I question the versatility. If you use it as a towel, it will be wet and not suitable as a skirt, unless you are on a sunny South Sea Island. Similarly it is no good as a blanket or shawl when wet. Yes, you can hang it as a privacy curtain while it dries, but who needs that? Maybe those people who don't get dressed in the shower stall and come to their bunks wearing a sarong, and need privacy while they dress. Then how will they hang it as a privacy curtain while they are wearing it?Really, if men din't need a sarong, why do Women? Can someone explain? haha... nope, cant explain except to say it looks pretty and is versatile.
... Really, if men din't need a sarong, why do Women? Can someone explain? ...
You've got an awful lot of clothing. I'd pare it down. The down vest is unnecessary. I'd take either the Teva sandals or the flip flops, but not both. I'd go with a lightweight water bottle rather than a Camelback. Typically, you'll only need one liter with you at any time. Two liters weighs about 4-1/2 pounds. There are plenty of fountains along the way. There are times when you need to ask the proprietor at a bar to refill water for you. I wouldn't want to hand them a Camelback...that would be awkward. A few items I didn't see: a knife, a cork puller, a cup. I used my knife every day to cut meat, cheese, bread and apples. The cork puller is necessary if you want to enjoy the vino tinto along the way. The cup is for the wine, or whatever your beverage of choice is. I didn't have a cup when I walked and wished I had.Dear Friends,
I'm so thankful for this forum and all that I have learned here. It's really just so amazing to have this kind of support before such a journey and I have really enjoyed reading and learning from everyone along the way. I leave my hometown (Victoria BC) on Friday and arrive in SJPP on Monday Sept 19 to begin my walk on the 20th. I was hoping to get your insights and suggestions to any modifications I could make to my packing list.... please and thank you!
40 litre pack (Vaude)
rain cover for pack
lightweight rain jacket (shell type)
hoka one one trail runners
teva sandals (good for hiking as an alternate)
flip flops
3 pairs merino smart wool socks
one wool light sweater (cashmere)
one long sleeved merino shirt
2 short sleeved merino shirts
one long sleeved sun protection button up shirt
hiking shorts
1 merino leggings
1 hiking skirt (I'm planning to hike in skirt/dress with leggings the whole way)
1 merino pull over dress (for hiking)
1 cotton shirt for sleeping
3 underwear
2 bra's
lightweight silk sarong for post shower, skirt and pillow making
lightweight down vest
small travel towel (now I have a linen one or a travel one... not sure which to bring but read that linen doesn't allow bacteria to build up... any other experiences with this?)
iphone with charger, headphones
ear plugs
headlight
tilly hat
one of those neck things that doubles as a toque... and a bunch of other configurations it seems.
light merino gloves (can't stand cold hands!)
money belt for important things (money, passport, etc).
short gaitors (does anyone use these? friends on the PCT have, but I'm not sure here)
lightweight journal - 2 pens
item to leave on the hill...
1 silk liner
1 lightweight sleeping quilt (which, interestingly enough, is also a 'poncho' with a hood, zippered pocket.. from MEC)
1 day pack (teeny) for little things and for sending my bag ahead on day 1-2 over the mountains..
2l camelback
safety pins
clips
travel scissors
toiletries ~ travel sized toothbrush, toothpaste, soap dry leaves, conditioner, hairbrush, floss, small tube of cream for skin. tissue paper
first aid ~ bandaids, moleskin, paper tape (the physiotherapist I work with swore by these as wraps for toes when she did the camino), antibiotic ointment, tylenol, muscle cream (forget name, starts with v), needle and thread, anti-chafing stick. tensor bandage.
Wow... ok! I'm hoping to be under 14lbs (excluding water) but have not weighed it full yet. But with most things was close to 11lbs.
Thank you all so much for having a look and offering your thoughts! So appreciated!
Buen Camino.... can't wait to be saying that along the way...
Leanne
Sounds like you have it pretty much together. I live near Seattle so our training weather is about the same. Just remember to layer. I use gaiters in the Cascades hiking, but I chose not to take them with me last March and was glad I did (less weight to carry) We had several days of snow, sleet and hail and much rain. A total of 5 days of sunshine in 35 days. Remember your traveling pack weight will be less traveling to and from. carrying snacks on the trail and water will add 2-5 lbs. depending on your water capacity. Enjoy your Camino experience.Dear Friends,
I'm so thankful for this forum and all that I have learned here. It's really just so amazing to have this kind of support before such a journey and I have really enjoyed reading and learning from everyone along the way. I leave my hometown (Victoria BC) on Friday and arrive in SJPP on Monday Sept 19 to begin my walk on the 20th. I was hoping to get your insights and suggestions to any modifications I could make to my packing list.... please and thank you!
40 litre pack (Vaude)
rain cover for pack
lightweight rain jacket (shell type)
hoka one one trail runners
teva sandals (good for hiking as an alternate)
flip flops
3 pairs merino smart wool socks
one wool light sweater (cashmere)
one long sleeved merino shirt
2 short sleeved merino shirts
one long sleeved sun protection button up shirt
hiking shorts
1 merino leggings
1 hiking skirt (I'm planning to hike in skirt/dress with leggings the whole way)
1 merino pull over dress (for hiking)
1 cotton shirt for sleeping
3 underwear
2 bra's
lightweight silk sarong for post shower, skirt and pillow making
lightweight down vest
small travel towel (now I have a linen one or a travel one... not sure which to bring but read that linen doesn't allow bacteria to build up... any other experiences with this?)
iphone with charger, headphones
ear plugs
headlight
tilly hat
one of those neck things that doubles as a toque... and a bunch of other configurations it seems.
light merino gloves (can't stand cold hands!)
money belt for important things (money, passport, etc).
short gaitors (does anyone use these? friends on the PCT have, but I'm not sure here)
lightweight journal - 2 pens
item to leave on the hill...
1 silk liner
1 lightweight sleeping quilt (which, interestingly enough, is also a 'poncho' with a hood, zippered pocket.. from MEC)
1 day pack (teeny) for little things and for sending my bag ahead on day 1-2 over the mountains..
2l camelback
safety pins
clips
travel scissors
toiletries ~ travel sized toothbrush, toothpaste, soap dry leaves, conditioner, hairbrush, floss, small tube of cream for skin. tissue paper
first aid ~ bandaids, moleskin, paper tape (the physiotherapist I work with swore by these as wraps for toes when she did the camino), antibiotic ointment, tylenol, muscle cream (forget name, starts with v), needle and thread, anti-chafing stick. tensor bandage.
Wow... ok! I'm hoping to be under 14lbs (excluding water) but have not weighed it full yet. But with most things was close to 11lbs.
Thank you all so much for having a look and offering your thoughts! So appreciated!
Buen Camino.... can't wait to be saying that along the way...
Leanne
Okay, okay! I retract my comments about sarongs. I guess I am just not a sarong-sort-of-person.My sarong dries extremely quickly, far quicker than any high-tech-fiber-travel-towel or similar. I use it as a sheet/pillow case, light siesta blanket, skirt, dress, scarf etc. If some of these uses are not of use to men, why shouldn't I use it f.e. as a skirt? Buen Camino, SY
Okay, okay! I retract my comments about sarongs. I guess I am just not a sarong-sort-of-person.
Hi @C clearly I’m with you and @Anemone del Camino on this one. I’ve carried a sarong twice on a camino, for miles and miles and miles . . . . and never used it once. This time, it’s staying at home! Jill
Trade cashmere for washable polar fleece (synthetic, not Aussie fleece)
Really, if men din't need a sarong, why do Women? Can someone explain?
I think you have a little too much clothing
Thanks so much everyone so far!! Ok! I've got some things to eliminate.... flip flops are staying home, one tee shirt, one long, I've got a fleece vest so will leave the down one. Thanks for the soap ideas.. half a bar of dr bonners sounds better! I didn't think those flakes looked promising. And everything else suggested... thank you! I'm open to further thoughts too...
It might be OK as a sleeping quilt, but wouldn't really be dual purpose on the camino. It is "water resistant" and not waterproof, so it wouldn't work as a rain poncho.Hi Leanne,
I was curious about your MEC sleeping quilt / poncho. I googled it and found a Thermarest Honcho Poncho www.mec.ca/en/product/5047-991/Honcho-Poncho . Is this what you've got? It looks like a good "two birds, one stone" solution. Has anyone else used this? Any other thoughts / feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks
Janine (Newbie)
Janine,Hi Leanne,
I was curious about your MEC sleeping quilt / poncho. I googled it and found a Thermarest Honcho Poncho www.mec.ca/en/product/5047-991/Honcho-Poncho . Is this what you've got? It looks like a good "two birds, one stone" solution. Has anyone else used this? Any other thoughts / feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks
Janine (Newbie)
Hi Leanne,
I was curious about your MEC sleeping quilt / poncho. I googled it and found a Thermarest Honcho Poncho www.mec.ca/en/product/5047-991/Honcho-Poncho . Is this what you've got? It looks like a good "two birds, one stone" solution. Has anyone else used this? Any other thoughts / feedback would be appreciated.
Thanks
Janine (Newbie)
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