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In WW2 the underbellies of some Spitfire fighter planes were painted duck egg blue (to make them harder to spot from underneath against the sky) - now aircraft are frequently called "she" but a fighter plane is definitely macho so do we have here an early example of unisex materiel?
Even more curiously some were painted PINK
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(as @davebugg said - not a serious thread!)
Turga, you use your computer "cgi skills" in hilarious ways!
They stopped buying them though because the cockpits were too small to put in anything useful.Even more curiously some [fighter planes] were painted PINK
Rick, is that a chauvinistic remark saying we women never have enough room for all our "important" things...or a compliment that we are small and petite.They stopped buying them though because the cockpits were too small to put in anything useful.
Okay, not serious.
See the copy of post #4 below:Rick, is that a chauvinistic remark saying we women never have enough room for all our "important" things...or a compliment that we are small and petite.
Ladies get the pretty colors, but gentleman get all of the useful pockets.
Those cockpits can be pretty small, or so I hear anyway.They stopped buying them though because the cockpits were too small to put in anything useful.
Okay, not serious.
See post #109!They stopped buying them though because the cockpits were too small to put in anything useful.
Okay, not serious.
Yes, those laydees are all small and petite!See post #109!
So, are you a male or female? Either way, you belong on the "Not a Serious thread"...seriously! Join us!ooohhh
maybe found in next year’s offerings for base layers featuring
lightweight suspension
(ahhh… post #109 and on came in while I was thinking about the rest of this, lost my timing)
Seriously though, I too have a love/hate feeling with regard to clothes when I’m shopping in my local outdoor shop. I see the men’s clothing racks number about half that of the women’s - with all the selection described.
I get it. men don’t shop. at least not in the eyes of marketing departments. maybe a different rubric should be considered? I’m shopping. I’m just not buying.
I also don’t have the fortune of going over to the women’s racks to see if something fits. Not to say I’m an elephant, but I was gifted with a muscular form (sometimes more squishy than fit). Oh to be an elephant! Some serious other worries, just not clothes.
There are some very cool colors over in the women’s clothing too. I would definitely wear something in hunter green or wine. Good luck finding that in men’s (well… the later could be extemporized…)
Pockets are cool too. When home I like having my cash and keys. When traveling I swap the keys for a small swiss army knife/corkscrew in pockets that don’t advertise its there. A closable side pocket just large enough for my cellphone and id/debit/credit card sleeve is a nice extra. When there is a chance of sitting, rear pockets are useless for the fragile bendable/breakables. When walking, my rucksack’s hip belt pockets take over the carry, just easier to access.
Lots of big pockets? I value and honor those of us who are first responders or in service.
But I’m not carrying a clotting kit or CPR mask. A demi-baguette or water bottle are not going to ride well. And though Hospitallers et al. are part of the early military history of Santiago I am not feeling a pilgrim’s vibe in something that feels like utilities.
If I was feeling commando I’d go for a Utilikilt, but the price and cotton content. Probably not
Though a rain kilt from Antigravity Gear looks good. I’m thinking about it. Depends on the season I walk.
What is it about what we wear that defines us?
I’ve been reading (lurking) there for awhile. A little bit each night to shape my dreams in mirth. I’ve mostly got a witty-nimble inferiority complex to just jump inSo, are you a male or female? Either way, you belong on the "Not a Serious thread"...seriously! Join us!
I thought you were probably a male because you talked about kilts, but not sure as you mentioned the women's clothing department, too! Hope I didn't offend to not know for sure.I’ve been reading (lurking) there for awhile. A little bit each night to shape my dreams in mirth. I’ve mostly got a witty-nimble inferiority complex to just jump in
myself, male
My goodness, I see you just joined the forum today! You are the newest of the newbies! Welcome @hartfull! You will find everything you need for a successful camino and even more than you need here on this forum. I lurked for two years before signing up! I just finished my 5th Camino, but am no addict...nooo, not me, never!I’ve been reading (lurking) there for awhile. A little bit each night to shape my dreams in mirth. I’ve mostly got a witty-nimble inferiority complex to just jump in
myself, male
I completely agree!!!!! Please do NOT tell me that you (SHO) are versed in EVERY nuance of EVERY slang word of EVERY language in the world.I really understand where you are coming from. For myself, I don't do PC. If I decide to use mariposa and am not intending it pejoratively, then if someone is offended that's their problem, not mine. I am not responsible, nor can I control someone else's offense nor how someone chooses to react.
I know, but it's never been fair to us females in the "bird world"! Quit rubbing it in!
You can get away with it on the Camino. Everyone is loved and appreciated for who they are and their own "special uniqueness".I am contemplating to wear one of these for my son's formal wedding
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if it goes well then I might contemplate on taking it into Camino
It was mainly for the guys. I thought they’d feel better.I know, but it's never been fair to us females in the "bird world"! Quit rubbing it in!
Point taken - the tread edited (insert Eyetalics)You are confusing me, Buffy. You just said you were the WIFE of the producer.
Yes, Jane Fonda was quite controversial back in the day, especially when married to Tom Hayden.
The italics don't help me out! I coined Buffy cuz then I don't have to keep capitalizing all your initials on my phone keypad...I'm kinda lazy. I've never seen the movie you mentioned.Point taken - the tread edited (insert Eyetalics)
OK... I'll give her Barbarella (for all the RIGHT reasons....)
BUFFY! The vampire slayer!!!!! Hmmm... Buffy the Camino Vampire Slayer! This could be the start of something beautiful
Ohhh, I finally get it! Yes, Jane is the wife. The italics did help...duh!Point taken - the tread edited (insert Eyetalics)
OK... I'll give her Barbarella (for all the RIGHT reasons....)
BUFFY! The vampire slayer!!!!! Hmmm... Buffy the Camino Vampire Slayer! This could be the start of something beautiful
I forwarded the pictures to my daughters for comments:A special offer of Merrell sandals online so I took a look.
All straps adjustable for him:
Thin straps, no adjustment to speak of an pale blue with cross stitches for her
Don't miss the Brown Sugar / Pomegranate design. All with colour coordinated soles.
I'd take his sandals anytime, but his sizes start at 41.
Daughter #1 definately takes after her father.I forwarded the pictures to my daughters for comments:
Daughter No1: "I particularly like the unnecessary cross stitch decoration - presumably they thought a clip on butterfly or flower would be over the top? The "ethnic" design on the sole is a nice touch . . "
Daughter No2: "SEE! I TOLD you!
In the early days after our divorce Daughter No1 said "Mummy says 'every time you come back from seeing your Father you're more like him!' - I took it as a compliment but I'm not sure that's what she means"Daughter #1 definately takes after her father.
Yes, a compliment...Jeff, even though your marriage wasn't reconcilable, why don't you come back to the "Not serious" thread...we still want you!In the early days after our divorce Daughter No1 said "Mummy says 'every time you come back from seeing your Father you're more like him!' - I took it as a compliment but I'm not sure that's what she means"
Those are ancient and were removed from that pink WW2 airplane someone posted a couple of days ago...matchy matchy. You musta' been the highest bidder on Ebay to score them! They are awesome...but then I'm a laydee!Probably won't be as visible, but (just so I am still in the spirit of the topic) I shall buy me these packing cubes:
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Yep, you are correct. Nothing was made in China back then...their population back then was only 100 peeps.then they probably were Made in USA and not China and can withstand, like a 50-Richter scale earthquake and can survive living in, say, Winnie's War Rooms
No, noo, neva! And I have a whopping 5 to my name...that's Caminos. Not VB packs...me an Osprey gal!OH Wait.... methinks me found something
HOW, I ask you, did anyone EVER, went on Camino without Vera Bradley backpack?
Male or Female...
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you FLY, Girlfriend!!!No, noo, neva! And I have a whopping 5 to my name...that's Caminos. Not VB packs...me an Osprey gal!
Have you tried OR Ferrosi shorts? They come in 3 lengths, the longest being just about the knee.Dont get me started on womens hiking clothes. This September I'm taking my husband and my grandson with me to Spain. They had nothing in the way of hiking gear, absolutely nothing - so I have had to buy them everything. 13 year who hates shopping, is pretty happy to go shopping when he know its for him.
I started in Feb buying their stuff as the sales occur. So now they are sorted. And they love their gear, put it on and prance around the house in it.
I on the other hand cant find what I want - light coloured shorts with decent pockets.
I have been to every outdoor shop - I think I will have to buy mens, and then get them adjusted so they fit me. Makes me cross - yes I can buy skin tight, tiny pockets, calf length or really short. But no decent shorts.
It annoys me to have to buy something and then spend heaps having them altered.
Luckily I have everything else - although clearly I will look like a scruff in my old gear, whilst they are in their new shiny stuff.
I get most of my clothes at thrift too, including for outdoors. It does take patience but it pays off when I find Kuhl pants for $3, or quick-dry tops. My favorite trekking poles were .50 at thrift!I found a lot of my Camino clothing, here in the US, at thrift stores and on EBay. I love paying only $4 each for several quick drying shirts both long and short sleeve. I would try them all out on my practice walks and then narrowed down to the two lightest weight ones. I stumbled onto REI Sahara convertible pants for only $7 at a thrift shop and loved them so much I have found a couple more on EBay for only $15 each. New they are $80. I also found a great down vest that has been perfect for $5. And a rain jacket for $8. You do have to be patient and shop several stores multiple times but I found it worth the effort.
I’m just preparing for my first Camino walk - for months I’ve investigated clothing, packs etc - I’m beginning to believe the clothing companies are quite sizest (I know, new word and no, I’m not a women’s libber!). I’m a tad overweight but definitely not obese. The size 16 pant which most companies have, are all snug - but that is the largest size they make! Can anyone give me any advise on light weight, quick drying pants - without needing to go into a men’s pant?Have you tried OR Ferrosi shorts? They come in 3 lengths, the longest being just about the knee.
Fabulous! And sadly true....
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