Mike Savage
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- Camino Francés,Inglés
Muxia/Finisterre
Português Coastal
Português Central
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Mike was asking about the weight of fleece, and we've suggested light since he has a long-sleeve T-shirt as well as the layers you plan. Again - it is more versatile to have 2 light layers than 1 heavy fleece.From the responses here I do get a bit worried: I will also be on CF in September and in Finisterre in October: is it really so chilly/cold in September that all these layers will be needed?
I assumed that one merino tee, fleece and wind breaker would be sufficient...
Mike was asking about the weight of fleece, and we've suggested light since he has a long-sleeve T-shirt as well as the layers you plan. Again - it is more versatile to have 2 light layers than 1 heavy fleece.
I've done two Sep/Oct Camino's and a lightweight fleece was fine when used over either a shirt, or a base layer plus a shirt.
The next layer used was a Altus poncho whether the requirement was due to rain, wind, or cold temperature.
Regds
Gerard
September-October is most likely to be fine warm weather most of the time. September could be hot. However, if you hit a chilly period while going over one of the higher elevations in late October, you could happily wear 4 light layers or more. I found myself wearing 5 layers (all my clothes) in central Europe for a few days last month in late May. I would not call it a standard outfit, but weather isn't standardized! If I had taken a heavier fleece, perhaps I would not have used so many layers. This is not a journey-changing decision!Thanks, if that is the standard outfit for Galicia in September it sure sound like it can be freezing cold.
I will probably change plans for my Camino.
From the responses here I do get a bit worried: I will also be on CF in September and in Finisterre in October: is it really so chilly/cold in September that all these layers will be needed?
I assumed that one merino tee, fleece and wind breaker would be sufficient...
I have most of my equipment but am confused on what weight fleece for an outer layer of warmth. This will be for the Camino Francés from September 7th-October 16th this year. I was thinking of the North Face Canyonwall but it is listed as a heavy weight and weighs 20oz (567grams) This will be layered over a lightweight merino short sleeve t-shirt and midweight long sleeve t-shirt which both seem pretty light to me. I also have a lightweight windproof outer layer.
Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated!
(Yes I tried multiple searches and could not find an answer)
Mike
I used a Patagonia r3. It was super light but plenty warm especially over layered capillene or merino. In fact, all of my Patagonia gear did so well, I'm still wearing it 1 1/2 years later and planning to take it back to the Camino in September.I have most of my equipment but am confused on what weight fleece for an outer layer of warmth. This will be for the Camino Francés from September 7th-October 16th this year. I was thinking of the North Face Canyonwall but it is listed as a heavy weight and weighs 20oz (567grams) This will be layered over a lightweight merino short sleeve t-shirt and midweight long sleeve t-shirt which both seem pretty light to me. I also have a lightweight windproof outer layer.
Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated!
(Yes I tried multiple searches and could not find an answer)
Mike
I have a similar pattern, although I use a rain jacket rather than a poncho. My camino walks have been in Mar/Apr/May, so I don't have experience of the specific time of year. The most I have used in Spain is four layers, which included a light weight fleece (~200gm) rather than a heavier fleece.I've done two Sep/Oct Camino's and a lightweight fleece was fine when used over either a shirt, or a base layer plus a shirt.
The next layer used was a Altus poncho whether the requirement was due to rain, wind, or cold temperature.
I used a Patagonia r3. It was super light but plenty warm especially over layered capillene or merino. In fact, all of my Patagonia gear did so well, I'm still wearing it 1 1/2 years later and planning to take it back to the Camino in September.
I have a similar pattern, although I use a rain jacket rather than a poncho. My camino walks have been in Mar/Apr/May, so I don't have experience of the specific time of year. The most I have used in Spain is four layers, which included a light weight fleece (~200gm) rather than a heavier fleece.
We started the CF Sept 12th and finished in Santiago on the 18th of October with an extra week added on for Finisterre and Muxia. A lightweight fleece was more than enough with a long sleeve baselayer under if needed.
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