What to wear

[Carolina Porras]

Hi! I’m starting el camino on june, 5th, I’d like to know what do you think about wearing no sleeves shirts, maybe could be uncomfortable with the backpack?!! I am used to wear this kind of shirts in summer, but no experience with al the gear I have to take for the camino, thanks for your advices!!

 

[Robo]

I tend to go the other way.........
Long sleeves, wide brimmed hat, lightweight gloves.........
I burn easily

So if you are prone to sunburn, take lots of sunblock........

 

[Carolina Porras]

I tend to go the other way.........
Long sleeves, wide brimmed hat, lightweight gloves.........
I burn easily

So if you are prone to sunburn, take lots of sunblock........

Thank you Robo!

 

[RJM]

I walked the Camino Frances once from early June to mid-July. I found it to be the best one weather wise I ever walked. Almost everyday the weather was beautiful. Only two rainy days. Bit chilly, enough to warrant a fleece pullover, at night and first thing in the morning, but otherwise I wore tech t-shirts and shorts everyday I walked.
If you are comfortable wearing sleeveless t-shirts, and the pack straps don't rub your shoulders too much, go ahead and wear them. Maybe have a regular one handy in case, though.
During the warmer (hot) weather Caminos you see pilgrims wearing sleeveless shirts often and some of the younger guys go shirtless.

 

[Deleted member 67185]

Hi! I’m starting el camino on june, 5th, I’d like to know what do you think about wearing no sleeves shirts, maybe could be uncomfortable with the backpack?!! I am used to wear this kind of shirts in summer, but no experience with al the gear I have to take for the camino, thanks for your advices!!

I always wear long sleeved shirts when backpacking and walking.
1. If the sun is warm or hot, the sleeves will keep you cooler by keeping the direct energy of the sun from hitting your skin. Look at what is worn in desert conditions in sub-Saharan Africa as an example. It also eliminates the need for sun screen.
2. In cooler weather, long sleeves can increase the effective warmth of your base-layer (shirt).
3. In moderate temperatures, the sleeves can be rolled up if desired.

 

[Carolina Porras]

I always wear long sleeved shirts when backpacking and walking.
1. If the sun is warm or hot, the sleeves will keep you cooler by keeping the direct energy of the sun from hitting your skin. Look at what is worn in desert conditions in sub-Saharan Africa as an example. It also eliminates the need for sun screen.
2. In cooler weather, long sleeves can increase the effective warmth of your base-layer (shirt).
3. In moderate temperatures, the sleeves can be rolled up if desired.

Thanks!!

 

[Carolina Porras]

I walked the Camino Frances once from early June to mid-July. I found it to be the best one weather wise I ever walked. Almost everyday the weather was beautiful. Only two rainy days. Bit chilly, enough to warrant a fleece pullover, at night and first thing in the morning, but otherwise I wore tech t-shirts and shorts everyday I walked.
If you are comfortable wearing sleeveless t-shirts, and the pack straps don't rub your shoulders too much, go ahead and wear them. Maybe have a regular one handy in case, though.
During the warmer (hot) weather Caminos you see pilgrims wearing sleeveless shirts often and some of the younger guys go shirtless.

So usefull!! Thanks!!