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  1. Minkey

    Equipment list and opinions from recent camino

    Re: Equipent list and opinions from recent camino Good stuff. I'm with you on the technical t's... They take up so little space and they dry quickly, although I get quite fed up with wearing them by the end, so tend to take a cotton one as well, just for a bit of variety.
  2. Minkey

    Backpacks again

    50 litres?! Blimey! Mine was a 33 litre pack from Osprey. Very comfortable, supportive, easy to adjust and had straps at the side to compress. expensive, but well worth it.
  3. Minkey

    Ankle-support: highly important or not

    I have a dodgy achilles and as a result, my calves and ankle muscles aren't what they used to be. I'd heartily recommend boots - Lightweight ones if you can find some that suit. The boots I wore for my last Camino were nigh on perfect for my needs - Nice, tailored fit, good ankle support and...
  4. Minkey

    Sleepwear??

    I sleep wearing the clothes I'll be wearing for the next day. and have a shower as soon as I get to the refugio. Tis the best way, I think.
  5. Minkey

    Equipment list and opinions from recent camino

    Re: Equipent list and opinions from recent camino My kit list for my last few Caminos is as follows: 33 litre pack Compact sleeping bag Gore-Tex Paclite jacket 3 x technical t-shirts 3 x pairs of underpants 3 x pairs of socks Shampoo Toothpaste Toothbrush Sun cream Paper Safety pins Pen Hat...
  6. Minkey

    Sleeping bag for a march camino

    In cold weather, I'd heartily recommend a down sleeping bag. Mine packs down to larger than a slimline bag, but it is noticeably lighter, so if you're prepared to concede to the fact that you'll have marginally less space in your pack in order to do this... Then I'd say it's worth it.
  7. Minkey

    temperature - fleece

    I recall being particularly cold on the way out of Carrion de los Condes... Brrrrrrr.
  8. Minkey

    temperature - fleece

    I use a fleece with a coolmax t-shirt for the pyrenees. It stops the drops of moisture penetrating the surface and isn't as sweaty as a waterproof. Further on, I think it's probably necessary (in my opinion) in very few places, but handy to have if the nights get a bit cooler as they tend to...
  9. Minkey

    Pack Size/Model Survey

    Hip belts will still help distribute the weight off the shoulders though, even if you're only carrying 6-7kgs... I've got a smaller pack that's got a hip and sternum strap.
  10. Minkey

    Pack Size/Model Survey

    That's my preference too... The Sigg bottles that is. Innov-8 eh? I've got some of their trail running shoes. They're fab. Ok.. When are you off, btw?
  11. Minkey

    Pack Size/Model Survey

    My Paclite jacket was on sale so managed to get it for £70. Bargain. Spursfan, if you're still looking for a new lightweight pack, I've gotta say that the Osprey Talon 33 rocks... Really... It's tough, light, comfortable, well designed so it doesn't wobble about and there are attachments for...
  12. Minkey

    Is 1 litre of water enough to carry?

    Tis a funny one. I've got a 1l Sigg bottle and tend to get another 500ml plastic bottle and tuck it away somewhere. I use a Camelbak when I'm biking, but it tastes horrible, so would only really want to use it for short stints.
  13. Minkey

    heavy boots

    I've got big Scarpas (which I love) for the UK and Meindl Softline GTX's for hotter climates, such as the Camino. They not only fit like a glove, but they're some of the nicest, most supportive lightweights I've ever worn.
  14. Minkey

    heavy boots

    Good stuff! I've got some heavy duty jobs, too, but swapped them for some nice, light Meindls... Which I think I may have to marry!
  15. Minkey

    Re Umbrellas?

    The reference to rosaries. If you've got a hat, a poncho/rain jacket, what is the point in having an umbrella? (bringing the thread back on topic)
  16. Minkey

    Re Umbrellas?

    I don't see the point of extra things to carry. Re: Rosary beads... A) they don't take up that much space and B) I think that remark is particularly unpleasant.
  17. Minkey

    Re Umbrellas?

    Surely this thread is a joke... SURELY...
  18. Minkey

    Flashlight??

    Or for those near a Decathlon store, they've got a fairly comprehensive range.
  19. Minkey

    thermarest???

    I've never needed a rollmat/thermarest. Leave it at home would be my advice!
  20. Minkey

    Pack Size/Model Survey

    I had a look at the Revo after your suggestion, Spursfan, but there ain't much too it. It's light, I grant you that, but there's very little to stop bits inside the pack piercing you in the back! The Osprey Talon I mentioned before is light. I think I'm gonna go for it! Oh... and I whole...

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