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Hi. I’ve just got back from SJPP to Burgos. Didn’t take a sleeping bag and everywhere had blankets which we actually didn’t need. Also loads of rooms on each day and didn’t encounter any bed race at all.Hi, four of us are starting out from St. Jean next Thursday 9th June to walk the Frances once more. We’ll be staying in the albergue in Roncevalles on Thursday night and are wondering whether we need lightweight sleeping bags rather than our ultralight silk liners. I can’t recall whether blankets are available at Roncevalles in which case we’d probably be fine with the liners. Comments and advice are much welcomed. Thanks.
Ah - good to hear, many thanksHi. I’ve just got back from SJPP to Burgos. Didn’t take a sleeping bag and everywhere had blankets which we actually didn’t need. Also loads of rooms on each day and didn’t encounter any bed race at all.
Mark @followtheyellowshell.com
If I was walking in June. Which I never would especially because I can pick and choose when I walk now. I would ONLY ever have a sleep sack. Who needs even a little extra weight and a more crowded bag.No blankets are available at roncesvalles, but it should be warm enough without them. If not just wear extra clothes.
It is just a matter of trading off price, weight, wash/dry-ability, and what feel you prefer.Are silk liners preferred over microfiber or cotton liners?
Silk liner works really well. I only used it twice on my recent camino. Just got back a week ago.Are silk liners preferred over microfiber or cotton liners? Looking for liner recommendations.
@Bill's_Walking Can you recommend the brand of silk sleep liner? I look on Amazon, but there are so many, who knows what to get. I want a zipper on mine, too - even, better, zipper on both sides. Thanks.The zipper on my silk liner broke after my Camino, so I decided to replace the liner with a less expensive polyester one. The new liner feels about twice as heavy, but it was less than half the cost. The silk liner will still be used since it had a full zip and did double duty as a sheet in those hotels that only have duvets and no sheets.
LifeAdventure silk liners are excellent, tough and reasonably priced. Tom@Bill's_Walking Can you recommend the brand of silk sleep liner? I look on Amazon, but there are so many, who knows what to get. I want a zipper on mine, too - even, better, zipper on both sides. Thanks.
I use Lifeadventure and they do the jobLifeAdventure silk liners are excellent, tough and reasonably priced. Tom
That would be me... :::ducking:::A lot of pilgrims don't want the window open so should be warm inside unless some American cracks a window when no one is looking!
I purchased "Yen's Mulberry Silk Sleeping Bag Liner" in extra wide. I got the extra wide because I was not using it as a liner and if it was cold, I was going to use a down blanket inside the liner. The nice thing about this one is the zipper is full length and goes across the bottom. I did not have to shimmy into it like other liners that do not have a full zip.@Bill's_Walking Can you recommend the brand of silk sleep liner? I look on Amazon, but there are so many, who knows what to get. I want a zipper on mine, too - even, better, zipper on both sides. Thanks.
That specific one you indicate seems to be out of stock but there is a "used - like new" one (which I'll pass on). However, @Marbe2 recommends: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078HQ12HV/?tag=casaivar02-20. I think that looks about the same... "mulberry silk," etc.I purchased "Yen's Mulberry Silk Sleeping Bag Liner" in extra wide. I got the extra wide because I was not using it as a liner and if it was cold, I was going to use a down blanket inside the liner. The nice thing about this one is the zipper is full length and goes across the bottom. I did not have to shimmy into it like other liners that do not have a full zip.
An army poncho liner, a down throw, a fleece liner bag? I have all three here at home. Have used the poncho liners a couple of Caminos.I'm walking on CF in October - silk sleep liner only, or include lightweight blanket, too? (I don't like sleeping bags.)
That specific one you indicate seems to be out of stock but there is a "used - like new" one (which I'll pass on). However, @Marbe2 recommends: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078HQ12HV/?tag=casaivar02-20. I think that looks about the same... "mulberry silk," etc.
Also: I was told I should also bring a blanket (or sleeping bag) for October... I'm one of the dislike mummy-enclosed type of sleepers (which is why I like the recommended extra-large liner), and so would opt for a blanket or at a sleeping bag that I would unzip into a square. What are some lightweight blanket ideas? (I'm a bit of a warm sleeper.) I've certainly looked at the "best of"s and comparisons, etc., but wanted to hear from you all. FWIW: I will be staying in private rooms, whether in albergues or hostals, CRs, etc.
Thanks.
sorry i disagree! i took a only a liner this past april thru june on the CF from roncesvalles on and had many sleepless freezing nights in albergues who did not provide blankets or heat. there are pilgrims who insist on sleeping with windows open no matter how cold it is outside " to get fresh air" particularly in places with those old stone walls it gets pretty darn cold! if i ever go again i'll at least take a lightweight down quilt if not a sleeping bag!I carried a sleeping bag only for a January/February Camino. A silk liner is certainly fine from April to October unless you are particularly sensitive to the occasional cooler night. Tom
I don't think that Browint liner has a zipper. I see in the description is has gussets and they seem to be mutually exclusive with zippers. I used a down blanket that was really light weight.I'm walking on CF in October - silk sleep liner only, or include lightweight blanket, too? (I don't like sleeping bags.)
That specific one you indicate seems to be out of stock but there is a "used - like new" one (which I'll pass on). However, @Marbe2 recommends: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078HQ12HV/?tag=casaivar02-20. I think that looks about the same... "mulberry silk," etc.
Also: I was told I should also bring a blanket (or sleeping bag) for October... I'm one of the dislike mummy-enclosed type of sleepers (which is why I like the recommended extra-large liner), and so would opt for a blanket or at a sleeping bag that I would unzip into a square. What are some lightweight blanket ideas? (I'm a bit of a warm sleeper.) I've certainly looked at the "best of"s and comparisons, etc., but wanted to hear from you all. FWIW: I will be staying in private rooms, whether in albergues or hostals, CRs, etc.
Thanks.
They have one that is a silk and cotton blend with zippers. I just ordered two.I don't think that Browint liner has a zipper. I see in the description is has gussets and they seem to be mutually exclusive with zippers. I used a down blanket that was really light weight.
Some might be, and some won't. Honestly, this year in Burgos was the first time in my pilgrim life, going back 28 years, that I have seen anyone sleeping in just a liner.In the summer, you should be fine with liners
@Lisa98663 was it the same brownit brand? Can you send a link? Thanks.They have one that is a silk and cotton blend with zippers. I just ordered two.
Do you have a link of the name of the blanket? Thanks.I don't think that Browint liner has a zipper. I see in the description is has gussets and they seem to be mutually exclusive with zippers. I used a down blanket that was really light weight.
Agree that each person may need to decide for themselves. Silk keeps me warm enough in the Spanish summer. I have also used an Army poncho liner fashioned into a bag in summer which is made of a silky synthetic material.Some might be, and some won't. Honestly, this year in Burgos was the first time in my pilgrim life, going back 28 years, that I have seen anyone sleeping in just a liner.
At least a light sleeping bag is an essential for most people, although if you are one of the unusual exceptions, good for you.
Blankets are fewer and farther between than they were pre-covid, and despite the current heat generally in Spain, it is actually a cooler year, so that at certain altitudes and in certain weather, just a liner simply would not do.
Here's the link. They only have a few left.@Lisa98663 was it the same brownit brand? Can you send a link? Thanks.
lol i wonder if it was me! i was the only one i knew with just a linerSome might be, and some won't. Honestly, this year in Burgos was the first time in my pilgrim life, going back 28 years, that I have seen anyone sleeping in just a liner.
At least a light sleeping bag is an essential for most people, although if you are one of the unusual exceptions, good for you.
Blankets are fewer and farther between than they were pre-covid, and despite the current heat generally in Spain, it is actually a cooler year, so that at certain altitudes and in certain weather, just a liner simply would not do.
Embee12 there are a lot out there and this is what I purchased.Do you have a link of the name of the blanket? Thanks.
if you are staying in private rooms you only need the liner as they will provide sheets, blankets and towels.I'm walking on CF in October - silk sleep liner only, or include lightweight blanket, too? (I don't like sleeping bags.)
That specific one you indicate seems to be out of stock but there is a "used - like new" one (which I'll pass on). However, @Marbe2 recommends: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078HQ12HV/?tag=casaivar02-20. I think that looks about the same... "mulberry silk," etc.
Also: I was told I should also bring a blanket (or sleeping bag) for October... I'm one of the dislike mummy-enclosed type of sleepers (which is why I like the recommended extra-large liner), and so would opt for a blanket or at a sleeping bag that I would unzip into a square. What are some lightweight blanket ideas? (I'm a bit of a warm sleeper.) I've certainly looked at the "best of"s and comparisons, etc., but wanted to hear from you all. FWIW: I will be staying in private rooms, whether in albergues or hostals, CRs, etc.
Thanks.
That's good to know. No possibility of bedbugs in private accommodations' blankets? Also, I will sometimes stay in private rooms at albergues - would they be providing blankets and would they be prone to bedbugs?if you are staying in private rooms you only need the liner as they will provide sheets, blankets and towels.
Oh pilgrim. Please use the search facility here on the forum to learn about bedbugs. The public or private nature of your accommodation, communal sleeping or all on your ownsome lonesome will make no difference to our ancient companions. Blankets, sheets, silk pajamas or two shots of Orujo before bedtime: no difference.That's good to know. No possibility of bedbugs in private accommodations' blankets? Also, I will sometimes stay in private rooms at albergues - would they be providing blankets and would they be prone to bedbugs?
see what sort of setup it is when you book the room. i found that usually the private rooms at albergues still provided sheets/blankets/towels but couldn’t say that holds true across the boards as i only stayed in a few private rooms. i’d say 50 percent of the albergues provided blankets. never heard or saw anything about a bedbug the whole way.That's good to know. No possibility of bedbugs in private accommodations' blankets? Also, I will sometimes stay in private rooms at albergues - would they be providing blankets and would they be prone to bedbugs?
I haven't but have a decathlon near me, so will check it out. cheersI have been looking at a merino wool liner from Decathlon as an alternative to a sleeping bag. Just for late spring or early autumn months.
Weighs 400g.
Has anyone tried one who could give feedback?
Will do. Already got my permethrin.Oh pilgrim. Please use the search facility here on the forum to learn about bedbugs. The public or private nature of your accommodation, communal sleeping or all on your ownsome lonesome will make no difference to our ancient companions. Blankets, sheets, silk pajamas or two shots of Orujo before bedtime: no difference.
I got this off Amazon, it is half the price of the equivalent blanket / poncho from Thermarest, and is a better design (though 100 grams more due to a long zipper).I'm walking on CF in October (most of the month) - silk sleep liner only, or include lightweight blanket, too? (I don't like sleeping bags.)
I too get cold and hate to have a free night…I am debating on sleeping bag or liner heading on July 11!sorry i disagree! i took a only a liner this past april thru june on the CF from roncesvalles on and had many sleepless freezing nights in albergues who did not provide blankets or heat. there are pilgrims who insist on sleeping with windows open no matter how cold it is outside " to get fresh air" particularly in places with those old stone walls it gets pretty darn cold! if i ever go again i'll at least take a lightweight down quilt if not a sleeping bag!
Freezing*I too get cold and hate to have a free night…I am debating on sleeping bag or liner heading on July 11!
the sea to summit traveller sleeping bag/blanket looks like a good option if you can afford it! i already bought one for next time. at least it provides more options not possible with the liner and it packs down to the same size. i used a friendly swede polyester liner that was totally great except for the freezing circumstances already described.Freezing*
I wouldn't say that. The only time we had bedbugs was in a private hostel. You have to look under the mattress, on the walls -- really scrutinize the sleeping area. I would also advise keeping your stuff in your backpack (unpack as little as possible) and not leaning it against the walls or putting it on the bed.That's good to know. No possibility of bedbugs in private accommodations' blankets? Also, I will sometimes stay in private rooms at albergues - would they be providing blankets and would they be prone to bedbugs?
2.9 lbs is heavy!Following up: I got one of the browint silk/cotton bag liners, the bigger size with zippers. Texture is thin and slippery for my taste (I love percale), but will be fine.
As for a lightweight blanket, do you have any thoughts about the following two? I'm walking on the CF from Leon-Santiago in October, and will be staying in private rooms (in hostels or albergues):
At 2.9 pounds, seems quite heavy, but seems warmer than the below? (But no warmth specs on either)L.L.Bean Cabin Fleece Sleeping Bag | Sleeping Bags at L.L.Bean
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2 lbs.
Thanks for any thoughts!
So much better! Thanks!
Thanks again for the helpful info. I did take a look at army poncho liners online, and felt they would be too slippery atop the already slippery silk sleep sack.As mentioned earlier, either a small down blanket for inside the bag or an Army poncho liner. The poncho liner is warm, easily laundered and usually cheaper than down. Is synthetic so stays warmer even if wet.. Buy one already used at Army surplus.
You might even be able to find something lighter.So much better! Thanks!
Whatever you choose, try putting it inside the silk.Thanks again for the helpful info. I did take a look at army poncho liners online, and felt they would be too slippery atop the already slippery silk sleep sack.
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